Contact Us

Phone 818-759-0609
Fax 818-982-1905
7243 Coldwater Canyon Ave.
N. Hollywood California 91605

For all inquiries please email

Breanna S. Livie

CEO

About Breanna and The Golden Closet

Sierra Bay Robinson

Vice President / Production Coordinator

Job Description: Research, authentication, inventory management, digital photography and Photoshop, presentations, copywriting, customer relations, order processing, administration, shipping, Girl Friday.

Education: Bachelor of Arts (Theatre/Costume Design), Grinnell College

Background: Background: Sierra graduated in 1997 with a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Costume Design, which led her to a number of distinguished jobs. She was the resident costume designer at a San Francisco theatre, a corsetiere, a custom drapery maker, and is now a successful motion picture costumer. Sierra is also the web editor for the internationally circulated Inside GNSS magazine and was previously a contract auditor for CNET Networks.

Sierra found her way to The Golden Closet in 2007. A devoted fan of vintage Hollywood films and wardrobe since childhood, she was an asset from the start! Sierra’s background as both a theatrical and as a professional motion picture and television costumer has proven to be a great resource here at The Golden Closet. Her knowledge of costume construction, textiles, fabrics, and industry practices has given her the invaluable tools to be an expert in the documentation of historic costumes and props.

Links:
www.imdb.com/name/nm1016668
www.insidegnss.com
gummag.com/2009/06/02/sierra-robinson-dress-detective

Favorite Films: Citizen Kane, Manchurian Candidate, Shall We Dance

Favorite Actors: Gregory Peck, Carol Lombard, Alan Rickman

Allen Brokate

Website Master / VP of Marketing

Job Description: Website management, Research/Documentation, Copywriting, Viral Marketing, Customer Relations

Education: Associate of Arts, Orange Coast College. BFA Communication Design, Otis School of Art and Design.

Background: Allen Brokate started working for The Golden Closet in 1999, after previously gaining experience with the motion picture costuming industry while briefly working for Eastern Costume Company. His time at The Golden Closet has only served to increase his admiration for the artistry involved in creating film and television productions.

Because of his artistic background in graphic design and illustration, his eye for detail has proven to be a powerful asset in the fields of research and documentation. His extensive knowledge of classic to contemporary cinema, music, and his natural writing ability provide The Golden Closet with invaluable tools for professionally documenting and marketing entertainment memorabilia items to the global collecting community.

Apart from his duties with the company, Mr. Brokate does freelance Illustration/Graphic Design for a wide variety of clients. His articles and reviews have appeared in several print and online publications and he also plays and records music in his spare time. He currently resides in Portland, Oregon and operates an artist studio / retail space with his wife.

Links:
www.slipenterprises.com

Favorite Films: Aliens, Time Bandits, Delicatessan, Fight Club, Raising Arizona

Favorite Musician/Bands: Tubeway Army, The Damned, Flaming Lips, William Shatner

Favorite TGC Memorabilia Items: The Golden Idol from the opening sequence of “Raiders Of The Lost Ark”, Arnold Schwarzeneggar’s grenade launcher used in “Terminator 3 : Rise of the Machines”

Kimberly Amo Brokate

Graphic Designer

Job Description: Graphic design, print collateral, advertising, web design

Education: Fashion Design, Otis School of Art and Design

Background: Kimberly Amo Brokate has provided freelance graphic / web design services to The Golden Closet since 2006. Kim’s background in fashion design has proven to be an asset when creating our advertisements and featured web art. Through Kim’s creativity and knowledge of costumes The Golden Closet is able to showcase our memorabilia in a classic and artistic manner. In addition to her work for the company, Mrs. Brokate is an experienced fashion designer that also provides freelance graphic and web design services to a wide variety of clients. She resides in Portland, Oregon and operates an artist studio / retail space with her husband and is currently working on developing a clothing line and is writing a book of original crochet designs.

Favorite Films: Footlight Parade, Nacho Libre, City of Lost Children

Favorite Musicians/Bands: Elvis Presley, T. Rex, Rufus Wainright

Favorite TGC Memorabilia Items: Maureen O’ Hara’s period dress worn in “Lady Godiva of Coventry”

Links:
www.kimamo.com
www.slipboutique.com

De Eldridge

Web Development / Hosting

Background: Founder and CEO of 5D Spectrum, De Eldridge has provided graphic design and web hosting services to The Golden Closet since 2008. De's web and social media expertise have helped to guide The Golden Closet to streamline their marketing processes and maximize their internet presence. In addition to being an internet guru, De is an experienced photographer and musician, playing bass and singing for the band: 5 o'clock shakedown.

Favorite Films: Blue Velvet, 5th Element, Moulin Rouge

Favorite Musicians/Bands: Elvis Presley, XTC, R.E.M., Johnny Cash, David Bowie

Favorite TGC Memorabilia Items: Jan Valek (Thomas Ian Griffith) principle vampire wardrob, Evelyn Salt (Angelina Jolie) prop Sig 55X machine gun