Sasha Natalie Cortez - Special Effects / Makeup Artist - Freelace

Summary

Makeup Artist with knack for style and eye for detail. Proficient in consultation services and art of makeup application. Offers excellent communication and organizational skills. Always open to learn new skills and products.

Overview

16

years of professional experience

Work History

Special Effects / Makeup Artist

Freelace

Palm Desert

01.2014 - Current

Assisted in applying makeup and prosthetics to create realistic abrasions, wounds, and deformities for performers. Supported transformation of actors into various characters, including aging effects and fantastical creatures.
Collaborated with production teams to ensure makeup aligns with character requirements.
Delivered comprehensive verbal instructions to students on seamless prosthetic application techniques.
Instructed students on advanced makeup blending techniques.
Trained and mentored junior artists in advanced techniques and product application methods.
Managed inventory of makeup supplies, ensuring all materials were available for production needs.
Developed new techniques to improve efficiency in makeup application processes for various performances.
Conducted assessments of makeup durability under stage conditions, refining products used for performances.
Implemented detailed painting techniques that accentuated prosthetic features, resulting in more convincing visual effects.
Consulted with medical professionals on accurate depictions of injuries or illnesses when necessary for narrative accuracy.

Volunteer

Desert Sands Unified School District

La Quinta

01.2011 - 01.2014

Filing
Answering phones
Greeted customers and guided them to the correct departments.
Some typing, faxing, making copies, shredding, assisted staff for Dr. Suess night.
Separated and handed out books by children's age.
Provided child care while parents were in training

Skills

Foundation color matching
Highlighting techniques
Airbrush techniques
Makeup blending
Skin texturing

Attention to detail
Sanitation practices
Teamwork and collaboration
Multitasking