Lewis Bavister
Wootton,Bedford
Summary
Professional Summary
A highly skilled and experienced makeup artist specializing in theatrical and media makeup, with a proven track record in leadership roles. I hold a Second Class Honours degree from Arts University Bournemouth, where I specialised in theatrical makeup, wigs, prosthetics, and beauty makeup.
During my time with Shrek the Musical, I progressed from WHAM Assistant to Deputy Head and ultimately Head of Department, overseeing the makeup department in the latter stages of the production and for its London run. Following this, I transitioned to Now That’s What I Call a Musical with Royo Productions, where I currently serve as Deputy Head of WHAM. This production is set to conclude in mid-April.
Beyond my theatrical work, I was honored to serve as a judge for the UK Beauty Awards in the Media Makeup category, evaluating industry innovations and recognizing emerging talent. Passionate about my craft, I bring reliability, creativity, and a meticulous approach to every project, ensuring exceptional results in fast-paced, high-profile environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
22201
22201
years of post-secondary education
Work history
NOW That's What I Call a Musical - Wham Deputy
Royo Entertainment
Touring Production - UK & Irland
2024.09 - 2025.04
Production company:
- ROYO (Room On Your Own) Entertainment
Designer:
- Wig's & Hair Designer - Sam Cox
Shrek the Musical London - Head of department
Shrek London Ltd
Hammersmith
2024.06 - 2024.09
Production company:
- Mark Goucher Productions
Designers:
- Makeup designer - Craig Forest-Thomas
- Hair designer - Diana Estrada Hudson
Shrek The Musical - WHAM
Shrek on Stage Ltd
UK & Irland Tour
2023.07 - 2024.03
Production company:
- Mark Goucher Productions
Job roles during the tour:
- Wham Assistant - July 2023 - November 2023
- Wham Deputy Head of Department - November 2023 - February 2024
- Wham Head of Department - February 2024 - March 2024
Press:
- Blue Peter - Shrek the Musical - December 2023
- Dancing on ice - Shrek the musical - Febuary 2024
Designers:
- Makeup designer - Craig Forest-Thomas
- Hair designer - Diana Estrada Hudson
Beauty Associate
Bobby's Bournemouth
Bournemouth
2022.10 - 2023.04
Makeup designers & Head MUA - Alkis short film
Ula Rubazeveviciute
Bournemouth
2023.02 - 2023.02
Money Mule - Designer & Head of Wham
Red Mirror Productions
Winchester
2023.01 - 2023.01
WHAM Assistant- Jayne Eyre
AUB University Production
Bournemouth
2022.11 - 2022.11
Beauty Associate - Counter manager Estée Lauder
Bobby's Bournemouth
Bournemouth
2022.05 - 2022.10
Makeup designer and Head MUA
Zachariah Jacques
Bournemouth
2021.04 - 2021.04
London Fashion Week - Makeup Artist
Studio 50 Makeup School
London
2020.02 - 2020.02
- Head MUA - Francesco Lo Cascio
Hair and makeup artist - Product images
Hair Necessity
Bedford
2019.11 - 2019.11
One young world Charity event - Makeup artist
Studio 50 Makeup School
London
2019.10 - 2019.10
- Head MUA - Francesco Lo Cascio
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Makeup for Media and performance
Arts University Bournemouth
Poole Oct 2020 - 2023.05
A-Levels - Level 3 Diploma In Performing and production arts
Bedford College
Bedford Sep 2018 - 2020.06
A-Levels - Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Media Makeup
Bedford College
Bedford Sep 2017 - 2018.06
GCSEs - English
Bedford College
Bedford Sep 2017 - 2018.05
GCSEs - Math
Bedford College
Bedford Sep 2017 - 2018.06
GCSEs - Science
Sharnbrook Academy
Bedford Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Religious eduction
Sharnbrook Academy
Bedford Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Geography
Sharnbrook Academy
Bedford Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Business
Sharnbrook Academy
Bedford Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Product design
Sharnbrook Academy
Bedford Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Betec - IT Practitioner
Sharnbrook Academy
Bedford Sep 2015 - 2016.06
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Inventory control
- Wig Construction & Knotting
- Postiche
- Standard makeup & hair skills
- Theatrical makeup & Hair Skills
- Special Effects Makeup
- Foam Latex
Affiliations
- Gaming
- Travelling
- Fashion
- Theatre
- Art
- Cooking
Accomplishments
Bedford collage 2019 - Rising Star award
The Bedford Collage Group 2019-2020 - Outstanding student of the year
Brush Wars Fashion Makeup 2019 - 2nd Place
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
NOW That's What I Call a Musical - Wham Deputy
Royo Entertainment
2024.09 - 2025.04
Shrek the Musical London - Head of department
Shrek London Ltd
2024.06 - 2024.09
Shrek The Musical - WHAM
Shrek on Stage Ltd
2023.07 - 2024.03
Makeup designers & Head MUA - Alkis short film
Ula Rubazeveviciute
2023.02 - 2023.02
Money Mule - Designer & Head of Wham
Red Mirror Productions
2023.01 - 2023.01
WHAM Assistant- Jayne Eyre
AUB University Production
2022.11 - 2022.11
Beauty Associate
Bobby's Bournemouth
2022.10 - 2023.04
Beauty Associate - Counter manager Estée Lauder
Bobby's Bournemouth
2022.05 - 2022.10
Makeup designer and Head MUA
Zachariah Jacques
2021.04 - 2021.04
London Fashion Week - Makeup Artist
Studio 50 Makeup School
2020.02 - 2020.02
Hair and makeup artist - Product images
Hair Necessity
2019.11 - 2019.11
One young world Charity event - Makeup artist
Studio 50 Makeup School
2019.10 - 2019.10
Bachelor of Arts - Makeup for Media and performance
Arts University Bournemouth
Oct 2020 - 2023.05
A-Levels - Level 3 Diploma In Performing and production arts
Bedford College
Sep 2018 - 2020.06
A-Levels - Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Media Makeup
Bedford College
Sep 2017 - 2018.06
GCSEs - English
Bedford College
Sep 2017 - 2018.05
GCSEs - Math
Bedford College
Sep 2017 - 2018.06
GCSEs - Science
Sharnbrook Academy
Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Religious eduction
Sharnbrook Academy
Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Geography
Sharnbrook Academy
Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Business
Sharnbrook Academy
Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Product design
Sharnbrook Academy
Sep 2015 - 2016.06
GCSEs - Betec - IT Practitioner
Sharnbrook Academy
Sep 2015 - 2016.06