EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Curriculum Vitae
PROFILE
Special Effects Makeup Artist with a focus on Film and TV Production. Currently completing a BA (Hons) Degree in Media Hair and Makeup, with practical experience in prosthetics, character design and on-set SFX application.Â
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Skilled in silicone prosthetic creation, application, and colouring, alongside wig styling, postiche, and basic life casting. Strong understanding of continuity, collaboration, and on-set work flow within fast paced environments.
KEY SKILLS
- Special Effects Makeup (cuts, burns, infections, wounds)
- Time Management
- Silicone Prosthetics (sculpting, moulding, application, colouring)
- Character Design and Visual DevelopmentÂ
- On-Set Makeup Application and Continuity
- Wig Styling and Postiche (facial hair knotting and application)
- Basic Life Casting (face and ears)
- Bald Cap Application
- Collaborative Production Workflows
- Kit Management and Preparation
EXPERIENCE
Supervising Makeup Artist (Viking Comedy Short Film ( In Post Production) 2026)
- Guided and supported Student Makeup Artists, ensuring all work was camera ready and consistent.
- Assisted with preparation and organisation of makeup for efficient work flow.
- Maintained continuity across scenes and upheld on-screen standards.
- Applied prosthetic work when required to support time management throughout production.
Makeup Artist (Among Wolves - Short Film 2025)
- Applied 'Dirty Dystopian' makeup looks for character based scenes.
- Provided on-set touch ups and continuity maintenance throughout filming.
Bald Cap Masterclass (Professional Training 2026)
- Developed practical skills in bald cap application, blending, and colouring for on-screen realism.Â
QUALIFACATIONS
BA (Hons) Degree in Media Hair and Makeup (TV and Film) - June 2026
Foundation Degree in Media Hair and Makeup (Hybrid - Fashion and Film) - June 2025
Level 3 Diploma in Media Makeup - June 2023
Level 2 Certificate in Makeup - June 2022
BUSINESS CARD
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