I'm a creative makeup and hair designer based in the Midlands with a passion for TV & film makeup, photography, and fashion shoots. I started building my portfolio during sixth form and began freelance work as a makeup artist while studying at university, collaborating on projects and bridal looks. Currently I work as a Beauty Expert for Charlotte Tilbury and I’m growing my freelance career with private makeup work, editorial shoots, and social media content creation. I love helping clients feel confident and bringing creative visions to life on set and on the page.…

shannon addison

I'm a creative makeup and hair designer based in the Midlands with a passion for TV & film makeup, photography, and fashion shoots. I started building my portfolio during sixth form and began freelance work as a makeup artist while studying at university, collaborating on projects and bridal looks. Currently I work as a Beauty Expert for Charlotte Tilbury and I’m growing my freelance career with private makeup work, editorial shoots, and social media content creation. I love helping clients feel confident and bringing creative visions to life on set and on the page.…

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I’m a creative makeup and hair designer based in the Midlands with a passion for TV & film makeup, photography, and fashion shoots. I started building my portfolio during sixth form and began freelance work as a makeup artist while studying at university, collaborating on projects and bridal looks.

Currently I work as a Beauty Expert for Charlotte Tilbury and I’m growing my freelance career with private makeup work, editorial shoots, and social media content creation. I love helping clients feel confident and bringing creative visions to life on set and on the page.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance MUAH Artist
October 1, 2022 - Present
Freelance makeup artist working on TV & film makeup, photography shoots, collaborations and bridal makeup & hair; includes editorial makeup and content creation for social media.
Retail Assistant at Primark
September 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Customer service, till operations, fittings, deliveries and stock replenishment.
Retail Assistant at Boux Avenue
May 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Customer service, sales, till operations, stock management; store tasks and events.
Bar Worker / Bartender at Pow World
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
Bar work including night shifts, bartending, alcohol service, front-of-house, plus store maintenance and stock handling.
MUA Artist & Content Creator at GUNK
February 1, 2024 - Present
Event makeup artistry and content creation for social media; personalized luxury makeup consultations and driving sales through product recommendations.
Beauty Expert at Charlotte Tilbury
June 1, 2025 - Present
Providing personalized luxury makeup consultations, delivering exceptional customer service and driving sales; content creation for the counter's social media platforms.

Education

Secondary School and Sixth Form at Rushden Academy
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2022
BA (Hons) Degree at Solent University, Southampton
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services