I am a highly creative makeup artist with a degree in Media Makeup, Special Effects, and Hair Design. Trained in period hair and makeup, airbrush makeup, prosthetics, wig design and making, and creative makeup artistry, I blend artistic vision with technical skill to conceptualise and deliver bold, high-impact looks from idea to execution. Over the past decade I have had the privilege of working on series and films such as BBC Riot Women & Sirius. Also previously working on independent short films, and theatre productions. I occasionally run a festival-focused brand that specialises in face/body art, airbrushing, body marbling, glitter designs, and custom festival fashion. I thrive in dynamic environments, collaborating on-set and at events across the UK and overseas to bring creative concepts to life.

Megan Hale

I am a highly creative makeup artist with a degree in Media Makeup, Special Effects, and Hair Design. Trained in period hair and makeup, airbrush makeup, prosthetics, wig design and making, and creative makeup artistry, I blend artistic vision with technical skill to conceptualise and deliver bold, high-impact looks from idea to execution. Over the past decade I have had the privilege of working on series and films such as BBC Riot Women & Sirius. Also previously working on independent short films, and theatre productions. I occasionally run a festival-focused brand that specialises in face/body art, airbrushing, body marbling, glitter designs, and custom festival fashion. I thrive in dynamic environments, collaborating on-set and at events across the UK and overseas to bring creative concepts to life.

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I am a highly creative makeup artist with a degree in Media Makeup, Special Effects, and Hair Design. Trained in period hair and makeup, airbrush makeup, prosthetics, wig design and making, and creative makeup artistry, I blend artistic vision with technical skill to conceptualise and deliver bold, high-impact looks from idea to execution. Over the past decade I have had the privilege of working on series and films such as BBC Riot Women & Sirius. Also previously working on independent short films, and theatre productions. I occasionally run a festival-focused brand that specialises in face/body art, airbrushing, body marbling, glitter designs, and custom festival fashion. I thrive in dynamic environments, collaborating on-set and at events across the UK and overseas to bring creative concepts to life.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Hair & Makeup Artist at BBC – Riot Women
October 1, 2024 - Present
Hair, makeup, and special artistry for glitter/face paint on cast members.
Makeup / Hair Artist at BBC Riot Women
October 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Hair, makeup, and special artistry for glitter/face paint on cast members.
Founder at Solstice Sparkle
January 1, 2023 - Present
Creative brand offering face/body painting, airbrushing, body marbling, glitter design, and custom festival fashion including hats and accessories. Traded at events across the UK and internationally. Worked with UK event/music brands and for corporate events.
Makeup Artist at Urban Decay / Benefit Cosmetics
January 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025
Customer-facing role focused on high-impact sales, confident beauty looks.
Makeup Artist at Urban Decay / Benefit Cosmetics
January 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025
Customer-facing role focused on high-impact sales, confident beauty looks.
Makeup, Hair & SFX Artist at Illume Artistry at Self-Employed (Freelance)
January 1, 2016 - Present
Short Films, Theatre, Photographic Studios, Collaboration for Brand Shoots, Client Occasions. Roles include prosthetics, wounds, character design, ageing effects, and hair styling for performance.

Education

Degree in Media Makeup, Hair and Special Effects & Prosthetics for TV, Film and Theatre at York University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
National Extended Diploma in Art & Design - Fine Art, Fashion, Interior Design, Graphics, Photography at Leeds College of Art
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

T1 Diabetes Education
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025
Health & Safety / Mental Health Awareness
January 11, 2030 - September 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services