Summary

Local IASTE 706 Union Makeup Artist with over 14 years experience in TV & Film. Currently accepting Union and Non Union positions. Able to work as a local just about anywhere around the globe. Resident Lead HMU and HMU staffer for Lululemon.

Credits

2/22 – 2/23

Makeup Department Head ( ) Lululemon

Lululemon internal / Media exposure — Live/Special Event — Little Red Dog Productions Details
2/22 – 2/23

As owner of Little Red Dog Productions, I hire local HMU in various cities for Lululemon live events, shows, photoshoots and launches. I have successfully lead 3 events; 2 in New York and 1 in Las Vegas. Currently working on more events in the near future!

5/22 – 5/22

Key Makeup Artist National Anthem

Film (Feature-length) — House of Splendor LLC
5/22 – 5/22
3/22 – 3/22

Makeup Department Head Harness Your Power

adidas — Advertising — Traveler Films Details
3/22 – 3/22

HMU for stunt and body doubles.

2/22 – 2/22

Key Makeup Artist Nickelodeon Slime Cup (Season 1)

Nickelodeon — TV
2/22 – 2/22
10/21 – 1/22

Makeup Assistant Minx (Season 1)

HBO Max — TV — Bottom Dollar Productions
10/21 – 1/22
9/21 – 1/22

Makeup Artist (Additional Makeup Artist ) The Flight Attendant (Season 2)

HBO Max — TV — Berlanti Productions
9/21 – 1/22
8/21 – 9/21

Makeup Artist Real World Homecoming (Season 2)

Paramount Network — TV — Bunim/Murray Productions
8/21 – 9/21
8/21 – 8/21

Makeup Artist Vanderpump Rules (Season 9)

Bravo — TV — Evolution Media Details
8/21 – 8/21

Makeup for show bumpers and opening credits.

Unions

  • IATSE Local 706 Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild (MAHSG)

Self ID

I identify with the following groups:

  • Ethnicity: White or Caucasian
  • Gender: Woman
  • Member of the LGBTQ+ Community

Recos

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Richard Sankey
Production Manager
Brought Melissa on to handle MUA for multiple A list music performers and speakers for live event. She dealt wonderfully with all talent, and the results were great. Would absolutely bring back on future projects! ...MORE...
Alisha Baijounas
Key Makeup Artist
Melissa’s super power is her ability to work quickly while putting talent at ease. Talent always gravitates towards her warm and fun personality. She always considers their long term health by focusing on using green and clean beauty products. She ...MORE...

Education

Class of '10

Almost Human Special FX Studio

My Gear

  • LED Light Panels
  • Hair Kit
  • Airbrush Kit
  • beauty makeup
  • Chair
  • Travel Gear
  • Light Special FX Kit

Skills

  • Editorial
  • Glamour
  • Beauty makeup
  • Light special FX
  • Hairstyling
  • makeup
  • HD makeup
  • Updos
  • Dept Head
  • ethnic beauty
  • fashion makeup
  • quick worker
  • Men’s grooming
  • Period look
  • green screen makeup
  • Hair trimming