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

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.
Makeup Artist at Urban Decay / Benefit Cosmetics
January 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025
Customer-facing role focused on high-impact sales, confident beauty looks.
Hair & Makeup Artist at BBC – Riot Women
October 1, 2024 - Present
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, 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.
Makeup Artist at Urban Decay / Benefit Cosmetics
January 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025
Customer-facing role focused on high-impact sales, confident beauty looks.

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