Carla Vicenzino

With over 30 years of professional experience, I am an accomplished Australian-Italian makeup and hair designer working at the highest levels of international film and television. My career has taken me across Italy, the UK, Europe, Australia, and Canada, where I’ve contributed to a wide range of productions—from intimate indie films to large-scale studio features—collaborating with world-class directors, actors, and creative departments.

I bring a deep understanding of character creation through hair and makeup, honed over decades of hands-on work across genres, formats, and periods. My approach is both rigorous and intuitive: rooted in solid technical craft and driven by a sharp artistic instinct. I pride myself on my adaptability, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to elevating the visual storytelling process.

I’ve had the privilege of working as a personal artist for celebrated performers including Mark Ruffalo, Hilary Duff, Jeff Goldblum, Rebecca Ferguson, Emilia Clarke, Tessa Thompson, and Ethan Hawke. My work has supported the visions of directors such as Ridley Scott, Fede Álvarez, and Michelangelo Antonioni, and I’ve worked with major studios including Disney, Marvel, 21st Century Fox, and Paramount.

In addition to designing, I frequently lead crowd teams and bring a highly organized, detail-focused approach to large-scale coordination. My comprehensive skillset encompasses salon hairstyling, editorial and beauty makeup, character and prosthetic effects, wig work, period hairstyling, and the highly specialized technique of facial hair layering—particularly for feature film, television, and commercial work.

Beyond the set, I’m passionate about mentoring the next generation of artists. I lecture at Royal Holloway University in the UK, where I emphasize the critical role of the hair and makeup department in the early stages of film development and character design. I also teach at the Christine Blundell Makeup & Hair Academy, leading specialist training in beard layering and advanced character techniques.

My strength lies not only in my experience, but in my ability to collaborate, lead, and contribute meaningfully to the creative core of every project. I understand what it takes to bring a character to life—and I bring that dedication and precision to every frame.