Working as a Professional Makeup Artist | Set Talks with Nick Fiorella and Becky Donnelly

On this episode of Set Talks, host Nick Fiorella sits down with Becky Donnelly to talk about her 12-year journey as a professional makeup artist working in the Colorado film, TV, and video production industry. Becky, a Local IATSE 7 Licensed Artist, shares insights into what it takes to work in makeup, collaborate on narrative films, and bring characters to life through both beauty and special FX makeup. She also discusses her experience as the in-house FX artist for Raptor House, her work on award-winning indie films, and what it’s like to balance creative artistry with the fast-paced demands of production.Whether you’re a filmmaker, producer, or crew member in the Colorado film community, this episode offers an inside look at the artistry and professionalism that make on-set makeup such a vital part of storytelling. Tune in to hear Becky’s advice for up-and-coming artists, her favorite on-set moments, and how she continues to grow her craft while navigating the local production scene. Check out Becky’s website: www.beckydonnellymakeup.comFollow Becky Donnelly on Instagram @becksdonnelly_ Purchase your Halloween Makeup here 😊https://www.makeupmania.com/ Connect with the Local Colorado Film community!Become a member of WIFMCO - https://www.wifmco.org/membersBecome a Member at CFVA - https://www.cfva.com/memberships #SetTalks #NickFiorella #BeckyDonnelly #ColoradoFilm#ColoradoFilmmaking #DenverFilmIndustry #IATSELocal7 #MakeupArtistInterview#ProfessionalMakeupArtist #FilmMakeup #SpecialFXMakeup #SFXMakeup#MakeupDepartmentHead #BehindTheScenesFilmmaking #RaptorHouse#ColoradoVideoProduction #IndieFilmmaking #ColoradoFilmmakers #FilmCrew#MakeupForFilmAndTV #SpecialEffectsMakeupArtist #ColoradoProductionCommunity#ColoradoFilmPodcast #SetTalksPodcast #MakeupArtistryTips #OnSetMakeup#DenverProductionScene #WomenInFilm #ColoradoCreatives #BeautyMakeup#FXMakeupArtist #AwardWinningMakeupArtist  00:00 Introduction 03:46 Becky Donnelly Makeup Artist08:02 Breaking into Makeup Professionally 10:43 Welcome to the Fishbowl 13:21 Becky’s favorite makeup14:16 Prosthetic Makeup15:30 Working on a film set19:05 Makeup Kit Essentials 21:10 Makeup Set Bag22:50 Everyday Makeup vs Film Makeup25:08 Advice for Makeup Artist’s starting their career28:45 The Colorado Film scene36:13 Follow Becky Donnelly on Social Media36:58 Halloween Makeup Tips