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Ella Healy

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Philadelphia based professional Makeup Artist with over 7 years of experience working with varying skin tones, styles and face shapes. Client sensitive, passionate and dedicated specialist with evolving knowledge of makeup styles, personal preferences and industry trends. Licensed PA Cosmetologist experienced in application of makeup for special effects, weddings, film and photography.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Makeup Artist

PAINTED DOLLFACE
03.2017 - Current
  • Apply makeup to enhance, and/or alter the appearance of people appearing in productions such as movies or music videos
  • Contracted under several different production companies such as Paradigm, Scythian, Slam Worldwide and more.
  • Assessed customer skin tone and complexion to determine appropriate products and materials to use.
  • Conducted consultations to understand client's desired outcome and assessed skin type and face structure.
  • Used makeup and prosthetics to alter appearance of actors, models and performers.
  • Conferred with producers, customers and performers to determine desired appearance.

Special FX Makeup Artist

TERROR BEHIND THE WALLS AT EASTERN STATE PENITENTIARY
08.2017 - Current
  • Select desired makeup shades from stock, or mix oil, grease, and coloring in order to achieve specific color effects
  • Assess performers' skin-type in order to ensure that make-up will not cause break-outs or skin
  • Attach prosthetics to performers and apply makeup in order to create special features or effects such as scars, aging, or illness
  • Provide performers with makeup removal assistance after performances have been completed
  • Wash and reset wigs.
  • Maintained full stock of inventory and properly sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.

Salon Assistant/Receptionist

HEAVY METAL HAIR SALON
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Apply toner, was and style clients hair, prep and check out clients
  • Maintain store cleanliness, run errands for salon and stylists, greet clients
  • Scheduled appointments for clients through email, telephone, or in person.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.

Prestige Beauty Advisor

Fashion
01.2020 - 10.2021
  • Match foundation and makeup products to skin and undertones, recommend skin care products through assessing skin type, climate and lifestyle, and answer any questions client may have
  • Keep up to date with brand and product knowledge through education and hands on experience.
  • Taught customers how to apply makeup and recommended optimal products.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Music Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology

University Of The Arts
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
12.2017

Pennsylvania Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

The Beauty Institute
Ambler, Pennsylvania
09.2021

Special FX Makeup Taught By Rod Maxwell And Ve Neill - Special FX Makeup

Cinema Makeup School
Los Angeles, California
03.2017

Skills

  • Organization Skills
  • Social Media
  • Airbrushing Application
  • Sanitize Tools
  • Film and Television Makeup
  • Eyebrow Shaping
  • Color Principles
  • Hair Coloring Techniques
  • Theatrical Looks
  • Special Effects

Timeline

Salon Assistant/Receptionist

HEAVY METAL HAIR SALON
11.2021 - 08.2022

Prestige Beauty Advisor

Fashion
01.2020 - 10.2021

Special FX Makeup Artist

TERROR BEHIND THE WALLS AT EASTERN STATE PENITENTIARY
08.2017 - Current

Freelance Makeup Artist

PAINTED DOLLFACE
03.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Music Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology

University Of The Arts

Pennsylvania Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

The Beauty Institute

Special FX Makeup Taught By Rod Maxwell And Ve Neill - Special FX Makeup

Cinema Makeup School
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