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Connor Hayes

Orlando,,FL

Summary

Highly skilled professional with expertise in painting, airbrushing, sculpting, and molding, bringing a proven track record of success in skilled labor roles. Adept at thriving in fast-paced, high-volume environments by excelling in multitasking and maintaining productivity. Recognized for delivering exceptional results both independently and collaboratively within team settings. Known for a strong work ethic, impeccable attendance, and unwavering dedication to meeting deadlines and achieving goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Character Craft Worker

Disney World
02.2024 - Current
  • Restore and paint the mascot’s heads, shoes, helmets, and armor with in exact specifications.
  • Properly trained to use Spectra Chrome machinery and products
  • Conducted routine maintenance for optimal equipment performance.
  • Operated machinery to support production goals and maintain quality standards.

Freelance Makeup Artist

Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
  • Award-winning makeup artist who has worked on local productions, haunted houses, commercials, and TV shows.
  • Various skill set that ranges from simple beauty to making advanced prosthetics.
  • Maintained a hygienic workspace by adhering to strict sanitation practices, ensuring client safety and comfort.
  • Conducted makeup workshops and demonstrations, educating clients on current trends and techniques.

Scenic Artist

Tales of Terror Haunted House
05.2024 - 09.2024
  • Applied advanced shop techniques to fabricate lage puppets.
  • Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
  • Developed art and design concepts.

Scenic Artist

Hillside House of Hell
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Work closely with the owner to understand the artistic vision

and color scheme for each production.

  • Execute large-scale painting projects efficiently and with attention to detail.
  • Maximized available resources by repurposing existing materials whenever possible without compromising creative vision.

Scenic Artist

Blood Rush Haunted House
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Enhanced walls and props with state of the art painting and repairing technique to the owners' needs.
  • Elevated event aesthetics by designing custom backdrops and installations tailored to client specification.
  • Applied a keen attention to detail in creating realistic props for stage performances, enhancing the overall experience for audiences.

Education

Modern Effects Makeup Artistry Diploma -

Vocational Academy of Makeup And Prosthetics
Orlando, FL

Associate degree - Robotic Engineering

Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA

Skills

  • Natural Beauty
  • Camera Ready Makeup
  • Foam and Silicone Prosthetics
  • Enhanced Scenic Design
  • Detailed Air Brush Artist
  • Large Scale Mold Making
  • Intricate Sculpting Techniques
  • Custom Character Denture and Eye Creation
  • Leading Stone and Fiberglass Mold Makin
  • Professional On Set Etiquette
  • Painless Face Casting Experience
  • Pros Aide Transfers
  • Blood Effects of Blood Canons, Blisters and Slit throats
  • Latex Mask Design, Sculpt, and Creation
  • Soldering Complex Circuits
  • 3D Printing, Modeling, and Sculpting
  • Repair Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
  • Programmable Animatronics
  • Advanced PLC Programming

Project Highlights

  • WWE Wrestlemania Diamond View Studios
  • It's Florida Man S1 E2 HBO Max
  • Karate Combat Universal Studios Back Lots
  • Not Involved Fail Better Studios
  • VHS Summer Camp High Five Across Time LLC

Timeline

Scenic Artist

Tales of Terror Haunted House
05.2024 - 09.2024

Character Craft Worker

Disney World
02.2024 - Current

Scenic Artist

Hillside House of Hell
02.2022 - 05.2022

Scenic Artist

Blood Rush Haunted House
08.2021 - 10.2021

Freelance Makeup Artist

Self Employed
01.2019 - Current

Associate degree - Robotic Engineering

Iowa Western Community College

Modern Effects Makeup Artistry Diploma -

Vocational Academy of Makeup And Prosthetics
Connor Hayes