Maria Melo
I am a proactive and motivated individual, used to working in fast-paced, high-profile environments while producing quality work. I am currently finishing my hairdressing apprenticeship at Errol Douglas, which has been essential in further developing my skill set both in the salon and on set. My qualification in makeup artistry has also enabled me to work as their on-call makeup artist in the salon and in luxury hotels in Knightsbridge, including The Peninsula London, The Berkeley, and The Emory. While my recent work has been very fashion-focused, I have a deep love for film and am eager to return to the industry. Throughout different environments, I maintain a positive, productive, and professional work ethic.
Work Experience
Modern Barber Magazine
Male Grooming
2024
Published, July/September Issue 2024 (page 50 & 51)
Errol Douglas Hair Salon
Junior Senior Hairstylist Assistant
2022-present | Belgravia, United Kingdom
Assisting Errol Douglas & team with all clients such as but not limited to:
(names cannot be disclosed due to client privacy)
• Formula 1 race car driver
• Royal Members: Princesses, Ladies, Baronesses
• International Models
• Star Wars Franchise Actor
Working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring services are completed to the highest standards. Responsible for placing orders, delegating tasks, and guiding newer/younger junior staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
Lan Nguyen-Grealis (MUA Designer)
Jenn Lee Show – London Fashion Week
09/2023
Freelance MUA
Shortfilms
2021 – 2022
• All the Little Things – (HMUA Assistant)
• HMUA Designer for 8 NFTS Short Films – work included prosthetics and sfx and was shown at several film festivals
Education
Hair Project Online, Apprenticeship Hairdressing Level 2 NVQ Diploma
03/2023 – present | London, United Kingdom
The Iver Makeup Academy, Advanced Certificate in Makeup and Hair Artistry
04/2021 – 11/2021 | United Kingdom
Years of Experience
- Make-Up 4 years
- Hair Dressing 4 years
- SFX 2 years
- Prosthetics 2 years
- Colourist 2 years
- Barbering 3 years
- Wig Dressing 4 years
- Knotting 4 years
- Airbrushing 1 year
- Body Art Less than a year
Other
- IT Skills Photoshop Advanced use of MS Office and Linux
- Languages Portuguese (Native), English (Fluent), Italian (Proficient), Spanish (conversational)
- Areas can work in UK, European & Brazilian Passport
- Driver License No drivers licence but open to travel
- References “Whom it may concern, I have known Maria for some time (2022) now and she never ceases to impress me with her enthusiasm and passion for her craft. She excels at everything that she puts her mind to and ensures that her work is always of the highest standard. She is like a fine artist and very detailed in her work ethic which is always exciting and exhilarating to watch. It was clear to me from the offset that Maria has always had the firm intention to be the next big female name in the industry. Maria has the drive and determination to succeed with her ambitions. Maria's achievements in the industry have been outstanding, her achievements she’s a veteran for someone so young, fashion week, many shoots and collections assisted me in live shows. Maria’s very competitive but also a good person to have in your team. She has been part of my team for many years. She is an incredible make-up artist and speaks many languages. Maria is a super person to be around and has a natural and easy manner about her making it a pleasure for those around her. She always gives back which is really important for this incredible industry which is always evolving. I believe that she is definitely the one to watch, her energy and approach to hair has always been refreshing, she has a massive future, which is motivational. It’s so important to have a love for people, a passion for what you do, to care, this is what Hairdressing is about, helping others. Maria Melo is a STAR.” Errol Douglas MBE More references on request: Liz Tagg-Wooster & Tamsin Barbosa | The Iver Make-up Academy | info@iveracademy.co.uk Errol Douglas MBE | errol@erroldouglas.com
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