Meet the Iver Academy Tutors

A BAFTA and EMMY nominated makeup & hair artist with over 40 years’ experience working in the film & television industry.

An acclaimed makeup & hair artist specialising in film, with 35 years’ experience working on some of the biggest British & Hollywood releases in recent years.

A BBC-trained hair and makeup artist who has worked with some of the most famous actors, actresses, models and sports personalities in the industry.

A freelance hair & makeup artist with 35 years’ experience in the industry, working on well-loved TV dramas and iconic films.

A makeup and hair artist specialising in recreating iconic looks for period dramas and Hollywood blockbusters.

An experienced industry prosthetic artist working on leading productions including Game of Thrones, The Mummy and Shaun of the Dead.

Siân Miller is a BAFTA nominated Hair and Make-Up Designer with over 30 years experience in the British Film and Television industry

Paul Gooch is a BAFTA-winning hair and makeup artist with 40+ years in film and TV. He has worked with stars like Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt, and now shares his expertise at The Iver Makeup Academy.

Multi-award winning face/body painting makeup artist.

A seasoned Prosthetics, Hair, and Make-up Artist, SJ brings over 15 years of on-set and backstage experience across theatre, film, and TV—specialising in SFX and wig design.

Natalie Rodney-Powell, founder of MO ISO, is a master stylist and educator with 23+ years’ experience, known for her work in TV, film, and theatre, and her advocacy for Afro-textured hair.

Tamara Tott is a multi award winning Hair and Makeup Artist working in Fashion,Editorial and Beauty .

Jess Heath is a prosthetic artist who has worked in Film and TV since 2007, starting out during her degree in Model Design and Special Effects. Jess began self taught, working mainly as a sfx artist on low budget horror films.

Cinta London is highly sought after by celebrities, photographers and commercial and music directors.

A hairdresser/session hairstylist with over 15 years experience heading shows for the likes of Viven Westwood, Stephen Jones and Mathew Williamso. With clients such as Google, Harvey Nicholas, Urban Outfitters and John Lewis.

A qualified teacher with a love of special effects and creative prosthetics, who has worked on some of the most recognisable films in recent years.

With 26 years experience as a makeup and hair artist and 15 years as an educator whilst working on television and film productions.

Cherelle Lazarus is an internationally acclaimed makeup artist with over 20 years of experience, celebrated for her radiant, editorial style and global impact on beauty, artistry, and inclusivity.

An experienced SFX and Prosthetics artist working alongside leading brands such as Kryolan, Boots & Screenface London.

IMA alumni whose work includes, Fantastic Beasts – The Secrets of Dumbledore, Saltburn, Black Mirror

Nicola Buck is a makeup artist working in film and Television. Nik has worked on some of the biggest films made in the UK over the past 20 plus years.

A Bafta and RTS winning makeup and hair designer with over 30 years’ experience in the film, TV, fashion & music industry.

Vanessa trained in TV at Granada Studios, having over 40 years of experience in this industry. She has designed some of TV’s longest running series, such as “Doc Martin”, “Lewis”, “Silent Witness”.

Award winning makeup and Hair designer for Film and Television

With over 30 years of experience in the hair and make-up industry, Sophia Sestanovich has built a career at the intersection of creativity, education, and textured hair expertise—spanning high-profile TV productions, international fashion events, and hands-on mentorship.

IMA Social Media Administrator and Admin Assistant who joined IMA in 2023.

Make up artist Ariane Poole’s career has spanned over 30 years. A leading name in her field, Ariane works with many of the top fashion beauty photographers and an impressive list of celebrities. Well known for her on screen make-overs on This Morning and QVC.

Makeup and Hair Artist for Film, Television and Theatre

From his early days, Ernesto displayed a remarkable ability to uplift spirits and offer comfort to those in need. His role involves spreading joy and providing emotional support to students and staff alike.