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Caroline Hernandez

Harbor City,CA

Summary

Confident and accomplished makeup artist with almost 30 years of experience in television, runway, red carpet, music, beauty editorial and teaching. Possessing professional demeanor and extensive knowledge of makeup brands. Aware of safety and health issues and highly-skilled in traditional makeup, and skincare regimens. Hard working and proficient with great understanding of makeup artistry. Patient, service-minded and can adapt well in any environment. I am currently signed with the agency Cloutier Remix, though understand this would be a part time calling where I'd answer direct to the TV station, should I be successful in my application.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Makeup Artist

Self-employed
Los Angeles
07.2019 - Current
  • Red carpet
  • Editorial
  • Provided personal makeup services for television appearances
  • Live performances
  • Advertising
  • E-comm
  • Photo shoots
  • Press junkets

Senior Makeup Artist

MAC Cosmetics
Los Angeles, CA
11.2013 - 07.2019
  • Served as a global brand ambassador across various industries including fashion, TV, education, and theatre.
  • Gained extensive experience working in fast-paced environments during fashion weeks held in London, New York, Milan, Paris, and India. Successfully executed precise makeup applications that looked impeccable on camera as well as both up-close filming and to live audiences. Worked under intense pressure at a very high speed during these times.
  • Conducted global makeup demonstrations to beauty press, other makeup artists, and consumers, showcasing diverse techniques for television, fashion, bridal, theater and editorial.
  • Was key makeup artist for a global campaign for MAC Cosmetics
  • Red carpet, photoshoot, talent on air and on stage
  • Trained and mentored new makeup artists.
  • Created brand awareness through sharing and demonstration of product knowledge.
  • Collaborated with/led other makeup artists to achieve goals
  • Attended trade shows, conventions, workshops and seminars related to cosmetology field.
  • Assisted in the development of new beauty products by providing feedback during product testing sessions.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with health regulations.
  • Researched current trends in beauty industry while staying informed about new technologies available.

Senior Makeup Artist

MAC Cosmetics
London, UK
08.2003 - 10.2013
  • MAC Cosmetics transferred me to Los Angeles in 2013, where my role and responsibilities mirrored those from my time in London.
  • Led international makeup teams globally, to execute high-profile event makeup looks to the expected standard

Makeup Artist

MAC Cosmetics
London, UK
08.2001 - 08.2003
  • Experienced part-time retail makeup artist at London's MAC Cosmetics Pro store, simultaneously working as a freelance artist

Makeup Artist

Self Employed Services
London, UK
08.1995 - 03.2001
  • Successfully balanced work as a freelance makeup artist whilst pursuing education at London College of Fashion, where I had gained a scholarship

Makeup Artist

BBC Television Centre
Newcastle, UK
06.1993 - 08.1995
  • Worked as a combined hair and makeup artist on a drama show for the BBC

Education

Fashion Styling For Hair And Makeup

London College of Fashion
UK.
06-1995

Theatrical Hair And Makeup

Gateshead College
England.
06-1993

Skills

  • Makeup that reads well in all aspects of the industry On air, video, stills, live performance and live events
  • Being able to work quickly and efficiently within a set time frame
  • Can work equally well with every skin tone and on any age group and all genders
  • Maintaining a clean, hygienic, organized kit
  • Discrete and professional behavior at all times

Timeline

Makeup Artist

Self-employed
07.2019 - Current

Senior Makeup Artist

MAC Cosmetics
11.2013 - 07.2019

Senior Makeup Artist

MAC Cosmetics
08.2003 - 10.2013

Makeup Artist

MAC Cosmetics
08.2001 - 08.2003

Makeup Artist

Self Employed Services
08.1995 - 03.2001

Makeup Artist

BBC Television Centre
06.1993 - 08.1995

Fashion Styling For Hair And Makeup

London College of Fashion

Theatrical Hair And Makeup

Gateshead College
Caroline Hernandez