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PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
A passion for creative excellence, an intense commitment to deliver to deadline, and the vision to inject creativity into everyday tasks, are performance characteristics that have underscored work ethic throughout cosmetic studies, and hands-on freelance assignments in special effects makeup. Acknowledged by industry professionals, and clients as a meticulous trouble-shooter, rapid-paced learner, and independent thinker. Dedicated to enriching and maintaining the integrity of special effects design and creation, and making a high-impact ‘behind-the-scenes’ contribution. Confident professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and teamwork skills. Advanced knowledge of make-up brands, various applications and techniques. Computer proficient. Adobe Indesign 4.0, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) Internet, Email, MS Windows 98, XP, Mac OS 9.0-9.2.2, Mac OS X 10.1-10.5.6
WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / CONTINOUS LEARNING
Special Effects Makeup Artist Assistant 2009
Paul Jones Effects Studio ( www.pjfxstudio.ca ) whose selected motion picture credits include:
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· SHOOT EM UP - New Line Cinema
(Prosthetic and Animatronic Effects Design and Creation)
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· FEVER PITCH - 20th Century Fox
(Prosthetic Make-up Design and Application)
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· SKINWALKERS - Lionsgate Films
(Key Special Make-Up Effects Application for Stan Winston Studio)
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· ASSAULT ON PRECINCT - 13 Rogue Picture
(Prosthetic and Special Make-up Design and Application)
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· Clive Barker’s THE PLAGUE - Sony Pictures
(Prosthetic and Special Make-up Effects Design and Application)
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· RESIDENT EVIL - APOCALYPSE - Screen Gems
(Special Make-up and Animatronic Design
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· SILENT HILL - Tristar Pictures
(Prosthetic and Special Make-up Effects Design and Application)
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· HAROLD AND KUMAR - New Line Cinema
(Prosthetic and Special Make-up Design and Application)
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Sheridan College 2009
Advanced Special Effects Makeup, Prosthetics and Props Certificate Program
This rigorous creative program is designed to address the identified need in a variety of cultural sector industries, including film and television, theatre, museums, events entertainment, exhibits and theme parks.
Sheridan College 2008-2009
Cosmetic Techniques & Management Diploma
Year of graduation: April 2009 in Oakville, Ontario. Trained in a full range of make-up applications including advanced skills for black and white/colour photography, special effects, and television, film and theatre applications. Have excellent marketing, advertising, and business entrepreneurship and sales skills.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
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Cosmetic Technician 2009
Shoppers Drug Mart
Marketed and sold cosmetic products to a diverse client base and provided value added services such as makeup application techniques. Ensured the highest levels of customer service and satisfaction.
• Monitored receiving, check-in, and stocking of merchandise to verify accuracy.
• Created displays to attract customers to the beauty boutique.
• Assisted store manager in merchandising and store layout to feature new items and best sellers
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Santa Claus Parade & Fire Prevention Week - Volunteer Face Painting 2008
AWARDS
• Silver Medal for 4.0. GPA at Sheridan College 2009
• Honour Roll certificates in grades 9, 10 and 11
• English award in grade 10 and 11
• CO-OP placement program award and was awarded bursaries for college
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