Michelle Beeckman is a Belgian makeup and hair designer based in Ghent, working across film and television productions worldwide. Her portfolio spans feature films, television series, short films and commercials.
She trained in Special Makeup Effects and Cinema Makeup at ACMUSE in Sydney, Australia, complemented by a hairdressing education in Ghent and a Bachelor's degree in Audiovisual Arts from RITCS Brussels. Michelle works in Dutch, English and French.
Combining creativity with technical skill, Michelle is known for her collaborative approach, strong communication skills and the ability to lead teams while bringing each production's creative vision to life.
Awards & Nominations
- WINNER Best Production Design — Ensor Awards — Girl (2019)
- NOMINEE Best Make-up — Ensor Awards — Julie Keeps Quiet (2025)
- NOMINEE Best Make-Up (International Competition) — CinEuphoria Awards — Girl (2019)
Selected Work
- • Makeup and Hair Designer on Steal Away (2024)
Education
- Diploma Special Makeup Effects — ACMUSE, Sydney2014
- Certificate IV in Makeup — ACMUSE, Sydney2013–14
- Long Hair & Hair Design — Pivot Point, Sydney2014
- Hairdressing — Schoonheidsschool, Ghent2015
- BA Audiovisual Arts — RITCS, Brussels2009–12
- Graphic Arts — Sint-Lucas, Ghent2009
Recognition
- • Finalist, Character/Prosthetic make-up competition — IMATS New York (2015)
- • Demo artist, ACMUSE booth — IMATS London (2015)