Andayah Laramee
Toronto,ON
Summary
Hardworking, dynamic and imaginative Multidisciplinary Artist with exceptional team commitment, strong attention to detail and outstanding communication skills. Thorough understanding of makeup application techniques, hairstyling, and beauty trends. Passionate about helping others discover personal beauty. Qualified to perform various makeup application for any occasion. Patient, service-minded and can adapt well in any environment. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Makeup/Hairstylist
Get Up Aisha
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Consistently maintained cleanliness of workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
- Processed payments, creating invoices
- Reduced makeup application time by implementing efficient techniques, allowing more time for rehearsals and filming.
- Developed custom color palettes tailored to individual actors'' skin tones, enhancing their on-screen appearance.
Key Makeup Artist
MLSE
09.2023 - 09.2023
- Created Makeup looks for 9 models/Athletes for Toronto Raptor Indigenous Heritage month shoot.
- Collaborated with directors and costume designers to create cohesive character looks that contributed to overall visual storytelling.
- Provided exceptional client satisfaction by delivering flawless makeup applications in high-pressure environments.
- Sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
- Prepared skin for makeup application by cleaning, moisturizing and priming.
- Assessed customer skin tone and complexion to determine appropriate products and materials to use.
Lead/Key HMU
CBC Television
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Lead makeup and hair artist, responsible for creating, and executing, and leading team of 5 artists.
- Introduced innovative special effects makeup techniques to elevate production value and improve overall visual impact.
- Collaborated with directors and costume designers to create cohesive character looks that contributed to overall visual storytelling.
- Contributed to award-winning projects as key member of creative team, showcasing exceptional talent as Key Makeup Artist.
- Provided exceptional client satisfaction by delivering flawless makeup applications in high-pressure environments.
- Assisted in script breakdowns, identifying required makeup changes and efficiently scheduling applications accordingly.
- Facilitated continuity within productions by documenting detailed records of each character''s unique look throughout filming sessions.
Lead/Key HMU
DADA Productions
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized makeup consultations and product recommendations.
- Fostered positive relationships with 8 cast members, earning trust as essential component during long hours spent together in makeup chair.
- Adapted to ever-changing shooting schedules and locations, maintaining punctuality and professionalism at all times.
- Reduced makeup application time by implementing efficient techniques, allowing more time for rehearsals and filming.
- Conferred with producers, customers and performers to determine desired appearance.
Lead/Key HMU Artist
Mustache Productions Inc.
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Managed tight deadlines while maintaining consistent quality across multiple characters makeup applications.
- Enhanced actor transformations by skillfully applying makeup and prosthetic's for various productions.
- Improved budget efficiency by researching and sourcing cost-effective yet high-quality products for use in various productions.
Key HMU -
Slo Pitch - Shaftesbury Films
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with writers, actors, producers, and director, to create dynamic, and fun character looks for all cast members.
- Provided access to detailed hair & makeup breakdown.
- Maintained character hair & makeup continuity throughout Season 2, duplicating makeup looks on a daily basis.
- Ensured Talent was sun protected at all times. Followed, and practiced Proper Covid-19 regulations, and precautions for Season 2 of Brovaries, directed by J. Stevens.
Key HMU - SOS 2Spirit Fashion Shoot
- APTN
03.2021 - 03.2021
- Designed contemporary new makeup looks for 'Indigiqueer', 2Spirit fashion shoot.
- Executed, and maintained makeups throughout shoot day on multiple models.
- Worked closely with project coordinator, other artists, and designers to create, and ensure dynamic makeup, aesthetic, and artistic vision.
Key HMU - NCFD PSA -
-Reel Canada
03.2021 - 03.2021
- Styled hair, and applied makeup to talent for National Canadian Film Day PSA commercial shoot to cover imperfections and create a "natural" makeup look for both actors, and clientele satisfaction.
- Thoroughly Sanitized equipment and workstation to reduce risk of infection, mask and gloves worn at all times. Covid-19 safety precautions followed.
Key HMU
Greatness- Filmcoop INc
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with talent, producers, and director to create and Apply character makeup, and styled hair for short film Greatness.
- Character looks maintained and touched up throughout the shooting day. Directed by Sarah Deakins.
Assistant HMU - IFWTO
Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto
08.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted lead hair and makeup artist Summer and Isreal Garcia for Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto.
- Assisted hair & makeup application.
- Maintained, and touched up both hair & makeup on set throughout shoot days.
- Upheld all proper Covid-19 precautions.
Key HMU- Receiver
- Interlock Pictures
05.2020 - 05.2020
- Created, executed, and maintained all makeup looks for multiple actors.
- Successfully managed to Adapt to, and problem solve makeup application time and scheduling errors.
- Worked closely with director and writer Cavan Campbell to create looks that best suited his characters, story, and vision.
Assistant HMU
- Running Home - Telefilm Canada
09.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted lead hair and Makeup artist. Maintained, created, and applied character looks on set for feature film 'Running Home' directed by Zoe Hopkins.
Key HMU -
Method to my Madness - @ Productions
09.2019 - 09.2019
- Created, Applied, and Maintained Hair & Makeup for all cast, following proper sanitation regulations and procedures.
Daily HMU -
Christmas Duets - C/P XMAS SPEC I PRODUCTIONS -
09.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted with on set touchup's, and makeup application.
- Maintained makeup and hair throughout the day.
Assistant HMU -
Mehcinut - Younger Daughter Films
06.2019 - 06.2019
- Assisted with the creation, and application of unique and beautiful fashion looks for Jeremy Dutcher's music video, Mehcinut.
Key HMU
Uberflip Ad - Media One
10.2018 - 10.2018
- Applied, and maintained corrective Makeup on talent creating a natural look, for Uberflip commercial.
Assistant HMU -
ClaireVoyant - Shaftesbury Films
10.2018 - 10.2018
- Maintained characters hair and makeup throughout the day.
- Assisted in on set touch-ups, and de-processing of talent and work stations at the end of the shoot day. Directed by Micaela Whittman.
Key HMU -
Daffodils - Shoofly Films
09.2018 - 09.2018
- Worked closely with writer and director Adrien Benson to create character looks for his short film Daffodils.
- Provided makeup look breakdown.
- Maintained consistent character aesthetics and replicated makeup work on a daily basis.
Key HMU - Torching the Dusties
- Filmcoop Inc.
08.2018 - 08.2018
- Created, Applied, and Maintained all hair and makeup for lead actors Eric Peterson, Clare Coulter, and Aris Tyros, for Short film 'Torching the Dusties', directed by Margaret Atwood.
Key HMU
Subaru Ad -Media one
08.2018 - 08.2018
- Applied and maintained corrective makeup on talent for Subaru commercial
Key HMU
Diva cup Ad - Media One
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Applied and maintained corrective makeup for Diva Cup commercial.
Assistant HMU -
Born Ruffians Music Video "Miss You"
03.2018 - 03.2018
- Assisted in Applying, painting, and maintaining Extreme old age makeup, and silicone prosthetics to the Born Ruffians, for their music video "Miss you".
- Assisted in removing silicone prosthetics and de-processing the band.
Assistant HMU - Bullseye
Vice Studio Canada Inc.
02.2017 - 02.2017
- Assistant hair and makeup artist for short film "Bullseye" directed by Julia Henderickson.
- Assisted, applied, and Maintained makeup and hair for talent.
Education
Tattoo Fundamentals -
Toronto Tattoo School
FilmcoopMclellanAnnickWabanoLarameeAndayah4300 Steeles Ave East04.2020
Certificate -
Health And Safety Certificate
Toronto, ON2020
Associate of Arts - Complete Makeup Artist
College Of Makeup Art And Design (CMU)
110 Lombard , Toronto ON, M5C1M309.2017
Skills
- High understanding of colors and color Theory
- Proficient in Makeup application for film, and Theatre, Editorial and high-fashion makeup, Period makeup, Corrective makeup
- Prosthetics, out of kit effects, Blood effects/ application, Tattoo coverage, injury simulation, makeup removal, sanitation
- Hair Styling, and Wig/Facial Hair application
- Cosmetology principles and skincare knowledge
- Strong interpersonal social skills
- Excellent communication, both written, and verbal
- Reliable, trustworthy, hard working,
- Quick Learner
- Client consultation
- Schedule Management
- Sales expertise
- Business Management
- Creativity and Originality
- Adaptable Techniques
- Detail-orientated
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Complete Makeup Artist, CMU - 2017
Accomplishments
- Nominated for best Hair and Makeup award for RBBF, and Homeschooled, 2 CBC Gem productions.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of RBBF.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsPaid time offPaid sick leaveCareer advancement4-day work weekCompany CultureQuote
I always remember an epitaph which is in the cemetery at Tombstone, Arizona. It says: “Here lies Jack Williams. He done his damnedest.” I think that is the greatest epitaph a man can have.
Harry S. Truman
Software
Microsoft word
Interests
Painting, Drawing, Sketching, Sculpting, Sociology, Bush Crafting, Ecology, Farming
Timeline
Makeup/Hairstylist
Get Up Aisha
02.2024 - 02.2024
Key Makeup Artist
MLSE
09.2023 - 09.2023
Lead/Key HMU
CBC Television
11.2022 - 12.2022
Lead/Key HMU
DADA Productions
09.2022 - 10.2022
Lead/Key HMU Artist
Mustache Productions Inc.
07.2022 - 08.2022
Key HMU -
Slo Pitch - Shaftesbury Films
07.2021 - 08.2021
Key HMU - SOS 2Spirit Fashion Shoot
- APTN
03.2021 - 03.2021
Key HMU - NCFD PSA -
-Reel Canada
03.2021 - 03.2021
Assistant HMU - IFWTO
Indigenous Fashion Week Toronto
08.2020 - 08.2020
Key HMU- Receiver
- Interlock Pictures
05.2020 - 05.2020
Assistant HMU
- Running Home - Telefilm Canada
09.2019 - 09.2019
Key HMU -
Method to my Madness - @ Productions
09.2019 - 09.2019
Daily HMU -
Christmas Duets - C/P XMAS SPEC I PRODUCTIONS -
09.2019 - 09.2019
Assistant HMU -
Mehcinut - Younger Daughter Films
06.2019 - 06.2019
Key HMU
Greatness- Filmcoop INc
01.2019 - 01.2021
Key HMU
Uberflip Ad - Media One
10.2018 - 10.2018
Assistant HMU -
ClaireVoyant - Shaftesbury Films
10.2018 - 10.2018
Key HMU -
Daffodils - Shoofly Films
09.2018 - 09.2018
Key HMU - Torching the Dusties
- Filmcoop Inc.
08.2018 - 08.2018
Key HMU
Subaru Ad -Media one
08.2018 - 08.2018
Key HMU
Diva cup Ad - Media One
07.2018 - 07.2018
Assistant HMU -
Born Ruffians Music Video "Miss You"
03.2018 - 03.2018
Assistant HMU - Bullseye
Vice Studio Canada Inc.
02.2017 - 02.2017
Tattoo Fundamentals -
Toronto Tattoo School
Certificate -
Health And Safety Certificate
Associate of Arts - Complete Makeup Artist
College Of Makeup Art And Design (CMU)
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