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Creature design + concept development.
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ABOUT ME
DEMI KAY SCHLEHOFER
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For over a decade, I’ve cultivated a dynamic creative practice that bridges visual storytelling, hands-on fabrication, digital design + new technology, and community building. My diverse background spans special effects for film and television, brand development, art direction, and art administration; allowing me to bring a collaborative and detail-oriented approach to every project.
In the realm of practical effects, I have contributed to a variety of productions, both managing and participating in departments, that specialize in things such as lifecasting, mold-making, makeup artistry, and overall costume/prop/silicone fabrication. These roles have honed my ability to blend my creativity with technical precision, resulting in realistic and immersive effects, as well as maintained quality control and operational efficiency.
On the art direction, design, and branding side; I’ve developed compelling visual identities and marketing strategies for various projects, ensuring consistency and engagement across multiple platforms. For many years I'd worked extensively with two stationery product companies where I oversaw product production and web development, while also creating custom designs and illustrations for both the business itself and their individual clients.
My experience in art, office, and academic administration includes developing grant-funded programs, creating and leading teams and student organizations, while overall fostering creative growth within academic communities via community projects, programs, and events. This experience also includes overseeing teams during event and scenic build while also managing office related responsibilities.
I thrive at the intersection of traditional craft, cutting-edge technology, and community/team building. At the core of my work is a dedication to intentional storytelling and a commitment to fostering creativity in every endeavor.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
There You Have It 3D — Body Shop Technician & Fabrication Specialist (Aug 2025 – Present)
• Fabricate production-quality props using silicone, urethane, resin, and mixed media.
• Process, refine, assemble, and finish 3D printed components for production.
• Deliver production-ready assets within demanding production deadlines.
Morphology FX — Special Effects Fabricator (Jun 2025 – Present)
• Fabricate silicone props, articulated armatures, and specialty effects components. • Perform silicone patching, seaming, finishing, and paint preparation.
• Collaborate closely with fabrication teams to meet accelerated production timelines.
Tinsley Studio FX — Prop Maker • Silicone/Life Casting & Lab Technician (Feb 2024 – Jun 2025)
• Fabricated production-quality props and prosthetics using silicone, urethane, foam, resin, and mixed media.
• Performed life casting, mold making, body shopping, blood rigging, patching, seaming, paint finishing, and quality control.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to consistently deliver production-ready work under tight film schedules.
• Recognized for technical versatility, efficiency, and creative problem solving.
Vincent Van Dyke Effects — Special Effects Silicone Technician (2025 – Present)
• Performed silicone patching, seaming, and finishing for production assets.
Quantum Creation FX — SFX Casting Technician / Department Lead (May 2022 – Nov 2023)
• Led casting workflow while fabricating silicone, resin, and urethane components for film production.
Fractured FX — SFX Casting Technician / Department Lead (Aug 2021 – May 2022)
• Led casting workflow while fabricating silicone, resin, and urethane components for film production.
Onyx Forge Studios — SFX Casting Technician / Department Lead (Oct 2021 – March 2024)
• Led casting workflow while fabricating silicone, resin, and urethane components for film production.
Creative Character Engineering — SFX Casting Technician / Department Lead (Oct 2021 – Nov 2023)
• Led casting workflow while fabricating silicone, resin, and urethane components for film production.
KNB EFX — Mold Maker • Lab Technician • Practical Effects Artist (Apr 2019 – Apr 2020)
• Fabricated practical effects, molds, props, blood, and prosthetics while supporting multidisciplinary production teams.
Paper Source — Typesetter & Custom Stationery Specialist (Aug 2017 - May 2018)
Columbia College Chicago — Academic Affairs, Art + Activism Project Coordinator
(Aug 2012 - June 2016)
SELECTED FILM & TELEVISION CREDITS
Fallout • Terrifier 3 • The Boys • Five Nights at Freddy's • Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities • The Walking Dead • Aquaman 2 • The Fall of the House of Usher • Shazam! Fury of the Gods • Alexander McQueen 'Slash Bag'
EDUCATION
Columbia College Chicago — Bachelor of Fine Arts
Cinema Makeup School — Master Makeup Program
Pasadena City College — Fusion 360 & Digital Fabrication
Gnomon — ZBrush 101: Character Modeling and Development
Studio Arts — 3D Illustration & Generalist Program