Ashley Outram
Glasgow,Select
Summary
Accomplished hairstylist and makeup artist with extensive expertise in hair styling, hair colouring techniques, and theatrical hair styling. Proficient in skincare analysis and cosmetics product familiarity, with a strong foundation in hygiene practices. Skilled in the use of hair extensions, prosthetics designing, and special effects makeup, complemented by a deep understanding of colour theory. Adept at creating professional updos, applying false lashes, and executing character based looks. Career aspirations include advancing within the makeup industry for TV Film and Theatre.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Makeup artist & hair designer
Shame Parade part 2,
Stirling Castle location
2025.12 - 2026.12
- Demonstrated professionalism whilst working under pressure during busy fashion weeks.
- Maintained hygiene standards in work station, ensuring client safety and comfort.
- Created unique makeup looks for clients by understanding their style and needs of era.
- Showcased versatility by creating both dramatic and natural looks as per client request.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes, ensuring smooth workflow at all times.
- Facilitated successful filming by providing touch-ups when necessary.
- Fit and maintained wigs, hairpieces and prosthetics to attain desired appearances.
Makeup artist & hair designer
Theatre school of Scotland
Glasgow, North Lanarkshire
2025.12 - 2025.12
- Maintained hygiene standards in work station, ensuring client safety and comfort.
- Developed relationships with suppliers, maintaining a well-stocked inventory of top-end products.
- Facilitated successful photo shoots by providing touch-ups when necessary.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes, ensuring smooth workflow at all times.
- Transformed clients' appearance using creative colour techniques-enhancing overall look and boosting confidence levels.
Assistant hairdresser
ELM hair and beauty
Glasgow, Glasgow City
2023.06 - 2024.12
- Increased overall hygiene levels with regular cleaning and sterilisation of tools.
- Assisted in handling cash register duties at the end of shifts, ensuring correct transactions were made.
- Managed appointments effectively to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
- Enhanced client comfort during their visit by preparing beverages or reading materials whilst they waited.
- Provided assistance during complex styling sessions for better results.
- Gained proficiency in latest hairstyling trends by attending workshops and training sessions.
- Assisted with colouring jobs to achieve desired look for clients.
- Answered phone calls politely, scheduling appointments efficiently without disrupting ongoing work.
- Regularly restocked products and supplies to maintain salon's inventory needs.
- Assisted senior hairdressers for enhancing salon efficiency.
- Washed, shampooed, and conditioned customers' hair to improve their salon experience.
Education
HND - Makeup for TV Film and Theatre
City of Glasgow College
Glasgow 2024.09 - 2026.06
HNC hairdressing - Hairdressing, colouring and styling
City of Glasgow College
Glasgow 2022.09 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Arts - English and Drama
Lancaster University
1999.10 - 2002.06
Skills
- Textured hair styling
- Hair colouring techniques
- Hygiene practices
- Theatrical hairstyling
- Skincare analysis
- Cosmetics product familiarity
- Use of hair extensions
- Prosthetics designing
- Application of false lashes
- Professional updos
- Flat iron techniques
- Blow-Drying styles
- Skin camouflage
- Colour theory knowledge
- Special effects makeup
- Theatrical makeup
Languages
French
Intermediate
Italian
Upper intermediate
Affiliations
- Swimming
- Circus fire skills
- Acting
- jewellery making
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Makeup artist & hair designer
Shame Parade part 2,
2025.12 - 2026.12
Makeup artist & hair designer
Theatre school of Scotland
2025.12 - 2025.12
HND - Makeup for TV Film and Theatre
City of Glasgow College
2024.09 - 2026.06
Assistant hairdresser
ELM hair and beauty
2023.06 - 2024.12
HNC hairdressing - Hairdressing, colouring and styling
City of Glasgow College
2022.09 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Arts - English and Drama
Lancaster University
1999.10 - 2002.06