Jim Parks

Jim Parks is an accomplished costume designer and manager with extensive experience in the entertainment industry. Currently serving as the Costume Shop Manager at Rider University since September 2021, Jim previously held key roles including Owner and General Manager of Roxy & Dukes Roadhouse, where management of up to ten associates and talent buying for high-profile artists was pivotal. Jim's background also features significant achievements as Design Manager at Costume Collection, doubling mail order revenue, and over 120 productions as Costume Designer for Jim Parks Designs, encompassing a variety of genres. Notable earlier roles include Associate Creative Director at Triumvirate Productions and Costume Designer for Costume Collection, showcasing a diverse skill set from design execution to graphic elements. Jim's academic foundation includes a Bachelor of Arts in Illustration from Spectrum Art Institute.