Education:
9/16-5/19 Savannah College of Art and Design Atlanta, GA
Studies: Visual Communication concentration in Photography. Awarded SCAD Achievement Honor Scholarship. Dean’s List 2018 and 2019. Graduated Cum Laude.
2/14-4/14 Studio Crush-School of Makeup Atlanta, GA
Studies: Makeup artistry for beauty, fashion, photography, bridal, special occasions and men.
Work Experience:
9/16-present Photographer, Erica Angelica Photography. Atlanta, GA
Hired by modeling agencies to take portraits of their models. I specialize in portraiture, fashion, and event photography. Taken photos for start up fashion companies such as DASDUO and Siani Alexa. Knowledge of different lighting equipment and situations such as natural light and studio lighting.
4/14-present Creative Director and Makeup Artist, Erica Angelica Artistry. Atlanta, GA
Hired to work on photoshoots with models in agencies or freelance models to do their makeup. Sometimes I assist on photoshoots as the Creative Director in addition to being the Makeup Artist. I also have styled shoots as well, and assisted hiring other team members for photoshoots. Also hired by small boutiques to do makeup for their clothing campaigns.
10/17-present Makeup Artist and Brand Ambassador for Kjaer Weis Beauty, Aillea. Atlanta, GA
Works as a Makeup Artist specializing in non-toxic and cruelty free makeup. Selling products, doing social media, and managing inventory. In charge of teaching makeup classes and lessons and planning them.
5/16- 6/17 Makeup Artist, Anastasia Beverly Hills. Atlanta, GA
Visit retail stores such as Sephora, Ulta, Macy’s and Nordstrom to assist in selling company’s products. In charge of achieving sales goals given, maintaining operations such as signage, and making sure given location is good on stock. Applying makeup for events and clients. Maintaining good relationships with staff and management. Report back to Account Executive on visits and sales.
6/13-6/15 Makeup Artist, The Glamatory. Smryna, GA
Use makeup artistry skills to apply makeup to clients to achieve the vision. Also serves as a makeup artist for high-stakes events such as weddings and other special occasions. Opening and closing the store, making sure all products are in stock, operating the register, keeping the store clean and neat. Administrative duties such as answering the telephone, booking appointments, responding to emails, and posting to social media.
1/12-5/12 Beauty Intern, Lucky Magazine, New York, NY
Pitched editorial concepts for online and print, organized the beauty closet, and selected products for photo shoots. Researched, selected and scheduled the events for the editors. Performed various office tasks.
Other work experience:
9/17 Photographer for Skypitch F.C at Imagine Festival. Atlanta, GA
Hired to take a series of photographs for a soccer organization and was also provided the opportunity to do media coverage at the music event Imagine Festival.
4/14-5/14 Lead Makeup Artist “Clark Bail Bonds 2.”Lithonia, GA
Was in charge of getting all actors and actresses camera ready by skin prepping, concealing and doing different makeup looks depending on their role. Also, had to apply special effects makeup that included bruising, cuts, and aging.
10/13 Lead Makeup Artist for a Student Short Film. Dunwoody, GA
Had to apply zombie special effects makeup to the actors.
10/11 Assistant for Beauty/Fashion shoot Ebony Magazine. New York, NY
Assisted the fashion stylist, photographer, makeup artist and other crew members. Got all supplies that were needed for the team, assisted all crew members as needed, ran errands for everyone, and made sure the photo shoot was running smoothly.
5/11 Makeup Artist/ Backstage Assistant CUNY Fashion Show. New York, NY
Did makeup looks for the fashion show, assisted dressing the models, and helped direct the models during the show.
Clients: Hippie Kids, Shop T. Boutique, Ursula Wiedmann Models, Salt Model, Ludlow Scout, Siani Alexa, Skypitch F.C, DASDUO.
Skills: knowledgeable of fashion and beauty trends, very creative, excellent communication skills. Strong team player, great multi-tasking skills, good writer, proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, HTML, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, and Indesign. Knowledge of Canon DSLR cameras and lighting equipment such as Broncolor and Profoto lights.
Exhibitions:
Current Exhibitions:
Atlanta Photography Group, Francis Thompson SELECTS, October 17, 2020- November 28, 2020.
Marietta Arts Council, M2R Fence Gallery, May 2020-March 2021
Past Exhibitions:
Blue Heron Nature Preserve, Art of Nature, July 2020-August 2020
Atlanta Photography Group, Choice 2020, April 2020
Arts and Heritage Center of North Augusta Springfest Art Show, March 2020
Atlanta Photography Group, Push-Pin up Show, January 2020
Mint Gallery, Postcard Pin up Show, December 2019
Accomplishments:
Editorial Publications: “Americana” for Yume Magazine, July 2014. “Ferris Wheel” for Flawless Magazine, August 2014. “Think Pink” for C’est Moi Magazine, September 2014. Beauty Segment for C’est Moi Magazine, October 2014. “The Red Room” for Jute Magazine, February 2015. “The Bee’s Knees” for Like A Lion Magazine, March 2015. “Rebellious Youth” for Imute Magazine, May 2014. “Sun Kissed” for Ellements Magazine, June 2015. “Rock Chic” for Elegant Magazine, March 2016. “Golden Shimmer” for B-Authentique Magazine, July 2016. “Just Sara” for Dreamingless Magazine, February 2017, “Loyalty” in Atlas Magazine, December 2017.
Erica Angelica CV