Shannon K. Young

Highly motivated, detail-oriented and creative professional makeup artist with a stellar record of success in sales, artistry, and consumer education. Strategic problem-solver who is able to multi-task, handle pressure, work as part of a team and most importantly possesses a ‘can do’ attitude while executing with urgency.

Professional Skills

▪  Meets challenges head on; works well under stressful situations and in a fast-paced setting.

▪  Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships through establishment of trust.

▪  Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Makeup & Hair Artistry Skills

▪ Deep knowledge of the importance of client relationships as it correlates to a healthy environment on set.

▪  Well versed in all skin types and understands multicultural makeup application.

▪  Knowledge of Male Grooming for TV Production and Press.

▪  Knowledge of wig making, hair pieces and maintenance.

Production Skills

▪ Able to reach and surpass personal and business deadlines.

▪  Understands the importance of lighting and camera angles as it pertains to makeup and hair.

▪  Able to understand the client’s needs and execute under strict deadlines.

▪  Handled major beauty budgets of clients, Television Networks and Production Companies.

RECENT WORK

Hair and Makeup - Bevy Smith Dinner with Bevy Ep 1

Hair - U by Kotex Teen Vogue

Hair and Makeup Dept.- BET’s The Rundown w/Robin Thede         

Hair and Makeup For Brittany Atkins-  Growing Up Hip Hop NY

Makeup- Shea Moisture Campaign

Hair and Makeup - AirBnb Commercial

Hair and Makeup- Intelliswab

Key Make Up- B-boy Blues short film

Male Grooming- Jussie Smollett

EDUCATION

Brittant Beauty Academy | 2016-2017