Shathana Satkunaseelan
Dartford,UK
Summary
Dedicated and ambitious junior media makeup artist currently completing Level 4 qualification in Costume, Hair, Makeup and Prosthetics qualification. Passionate about the beauty and creative industries with hands-on experience in salon work, hospitality, and customer service. Demonstrates strong teamwork, adaptability, and the ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced environments. A confident communicator with a flair for music and the arts, driven by creativity, excellence, and a commitment to delivering outstanding client experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Student
Pinewood Studios (CMS)
Iver Heath, UK
2025.09 - 2026.07
- Learned from industry recognised professionals across makeup, hair, costume, and prosthetic design departments.
- Developed skills in character building and creating period-specific hair and makeup looks for film.
- Explored techniques for both contemporary and historical styling, focusing on authentic on-screen transformations.
- Gained experience in sculpting, moulding, and applying prosthetic pieces used in sci-fi, horror, and fantasy genres.
- Practised costume breakdown techniques including fabric ageing, dyeing, and distressing to enhance storytelling and character development.
Team Leader/ Bar Staff
The Wharf
Kent
2025.04 - 2026.07
- Joined as Team Leader after demonstrating strong teamwork, reliability, and customer service skills.
- Worked busy shifts in fast-paced hospitality environment with daily sales reaching up to £13,000.
- Served customers efficiently and operated tills, handling cash-up procedures.
- Ran food and ensured excellent customer service during high pressure service periods.
- Prepared desserts and maintained high presentation and hygiene standards.
- Collaborated with team members during busy periods and helped maintain smooth day-to-day operations.
- Assisted with opening and closing duties, including cash handling and till reconciliation.
- Skilled in coffee preparation and creating latte art.
- Private bartender for private room hire events, delivering professional and personalised customer service.
Waitress / Bartender / Barista
Leo Lounge
Kent
2024.06 - 2026.07
- Delivered high-quality service in busy lounge environment, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities, including barista duties, serving tables, and managing bars during peak hours.
- Created warm and welcoming environment through exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Developed strong latte art techniques, contributing to café’s presentation standards.
- Collaborated closely with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth operations.
Student
Midkent College
Kent
2023.09 - 2025.07
- Studied professional health and safety practices within hair and media makeup environments.
- Developed strong client care and communication skills through practical salon and studio work.
- Trained in airbrush makeup application for face and body.
- Applied camouflage makeup techniques for corrective and specialist makeup looks.
- Created media, fashion, and photographic makeup looks for different creative briefs.
- Learned styling, fitting, and maintenance of postiche pieces.
- Applied prosthetic pieces including bald caps, ears, and noses using industry techniques.
- Practised body art and special effects makeup applications.
- Worked collaboratively in creative team environments while meeting deadlines and presentation standards.
Waitress / Bartender
Holiday Inn
Kent
2024.10 - 2025.01
- Provided warm, professional service to guests in fast-paced hotel restaurant and bar setting.
- Handled guest inquiries and resolved complaints with confidence and care, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
- Assisted with daily setup and closing duties, maintaining seamless operations and welcoming atmospheres.
- Upheld strict hygiene standards in both front- and back-of-house areas in line with health and safety regulations.
- Worked flexibly across roles, demonstrating strong teamwork and adaptability.
- Supported with event setup and closing procedures in line with brand standards.
Salon Assistant
Boniface Hair and Beauty
Kent
2023.09 - 2024.02
- Assisting in maintenance and cleanliness of salon, including sweeping hair clippings and keeping reception area tidy.
- Greeting clients, answering phone calls, and handling inquiries and appointment bookings.
- Provide information on salon services and pricing.
- Provide basic salon services such as blow-drying, washing and styling hair.
- Provide exceptional customer service and make clients feel welcome and comfortable including making them tea or coffee.
- Adhere to strict health and safety regulations and standards.
Education
Level 4 - Costume, Hair, Makeup and Prosthetics
Pinewood Studios - CMS
Slough, UK 2025.01 - 2026.07
Level 3 - Hair and Media Makeup
Midkent College
Gillingham, UK 2024.01 - 2025.01
Level 2 - Hair and Media Makeup
Midkent College
Gillingham, UK 2023.01 - 2024.01
5 GCSEs - Grades 4-6 including Mathematics, English Language and Biology
Rainham School for Girls
Rainham, UK 2018.01 - 2022.01
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- High-level customer service and client care
- Time management and multitasking under pressure
- Skilled in hair styling, blow-drying, and basic salon services
- Proficient barista/bartender with latte art experience
- Strong knowledge of food & beverage service
- Organised, reliable, and quick to learn
- Strong presentation skills
- Creative mindset with strong presentation skills
- Confident operating tills, coffee machines and bar equipment
Timeline
Student
Pinewood Studios (CMS)
2025.09 - 2026.07
Team Leader/ Bar Staff
The Wharf
2025.04 - 2026.07
Level 4 - Costume, Hair, Makeup and Prosthetics
Pinewood Studios - CMS
2025.01 - 2026.07
Waitress / Bartender
Holiday Inn
2024.10 - 2025.01
Waitress / Bartender / Barista
Leo Lounge
2024.06 - 2026.07
Level 3 - Hair and Media Makeup
Midkent College
2024.01 - 2025.01
Student
Midkent College
2023.09 - 2025.07
Salon Assistant
Boniface Hair and Beauty
2023.09 - 2024.02
Level 2 - Hair and Media Makeup
Midkent College
2023.01 - 2024.01
5 GCSEs - Grades 4-6 including Mathematics, English Language and Biology
Rainham School for Girls
2018.01 - 2022.01