Jessica Fulmer
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished academic leader, educator, and professional makeup artist with over 20 years of experience in the film and television industry and higher education. Adept at curriculum development, instructor training, and student mentorship, with a proven track record of enhancing academic programs to align with industry standards. Skilled in leading administrative operations, fostering collaboration between faculty and leadership, and ensuring compliance with institutional policies. Extensive hands-on experience in film and television makeup artistry, including department head roles on high-profile productions. Passionate about combining real-world industry expertise with education to prepare the next generation of artists and professionals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Academics
CMU College of Makeup Art & Design
02.2022 - 02.2025
- Scheduled, hired and trained instructors
- Led curriculum updates that aligned with industry standards; improving student outcomes
- Confirmed instructor's day to day needs were met in the classroom; acted as a liaison between instructors and upper management
- Organized a skill sharing and training workshop for instructors to ensure skills were developed and upgraded
- Managed students' needs within the classroom, monitored attendance, ensured compliance and maintained academic standards; working closely with the Senior Vice President and Student Services
- Acted as a spokesperson with local media outlets when special events at the college were covered and performed the duties of Master of Ceremonies at graduation ceremonies
- Worked with Purchasing Officer to maintain the student kit and classroom materials that were cost effective whilst maintaining a high level of professional grade and leading edge products
Film & TV Instructor and Department Head
CMU College of Makeup Art & Design
08.2020 - 02.2025
- Taught makeup artistry techniques for the film and television industry, including beauty/straight, decades, out of kit effects and prosthetic appliance application
- Educated students on working in the industry, resume formatting, how to find work, film unions and guilds and on set etiquette
- Maintained classroom stock materials, kept inventory of supplies, collaborated with Prosthetics department on design of appliances
- Updated curriculum including assignments and exams within Canvas, and ensured they were up to date and met with industry standards
- Responsible for adjudicating and scoring assignments, examinations and photo shoots
Senior Vice President
NABET 700-M UNIFOR
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Oversaw the running of the organization and worked closely with the President, Secretary/Treasurer and office staff to ensure work was secured and available to members
- Maintained industry standards within the workforce and ensured that sets were safe, healthy and barrier free work environments
- Founded NABET's first Women's Committee and sat as co-chair
- Active in the creation of a Women's rep on film and television sets to ensure more inclusivity within the workplace
- Attended and co-chaired monthly executive board meetings and quarterly general meetings
Makeup Artist
NABET 700-M UNIFOR
08.2005 - Current
- Head of the Makeup department for various films and television series shot in the GTA and northern Ontario
- Led a team of makeup artists on high-profile film productions, ensuring continuity and artistic integrity
- Collaborated with actors such as Tom Holland, Kiana Madeira, Minnie Driver, the Jonas Brothers, Meatloaf and Joel Kinneman as well as directors and producers to ensure the vision of the projects were brought to life; on time and on budget
- Maintained the budget for the makeup department; making purchases and submitting expense reports
- Ensured a collaborative, safe and welcoming work environment was always present
Education
Diploma - Makeup Artistry in Film and TV, Prosthetics, Fashion, Theatre and Hair
CMU College of Makeup Art & Design
06.2005
Bachelor's - Communication Studies with minors in Anthropology and Religion & Culture
Wilfrid Laurier University
04.2004
Skills
- Public speaking
- Leadership
- Learning
- Information sharing
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork
- Independence
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- LMS (Canvas)
Timeline
Head of Academics
CMU College of Makeup Art & Design
02.2022 - 02.2025
Film & TV Instructor and Department Head
CMU College of Makeup Art & Design
08.2020 - 02.2025
Senior Vice President
NABET 700-M UNIFOR
03.2016 - 03.2018
Makeup Artist
NABET 700-M UNIFOR
08.2005 - Current
Bachelor's - Communication Studies with minors in Anthropology and Religion & Culture
Wilfrid Laurier University
Diploma - Makeup Artistry in Film and TV, Prosthetics, Fashion, Theatre and Hair
CMU College of Makeup Art & Design
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