Cape Town Production Makeup Artist

Makeup forTV ads, commercials and film in Cape Town.

Amy Morgenrood provides polished, production-ready makeup and hair for commercials, film, TV, branded content and agency shoots, while still offering bridal and private bookings across Cape Town.

If you are searching for a makeup artist in Cape Town for a TV commercial, film production, private appointment or bridal booking, this site is built to make the fit clear quickly.

TV Ads & CommercialsFilm & TVOn-Set ContinuitySFXBridal & Private

Based In

Cape Town, Western Cape

Production Focus

TV commercials, film, branded content, agency shoots and production support

Working Style

Efficient on set, continuity-aware and polished on camera

Amy Morgenrood portrait

Built For The Brief

Calm, clean and efficient support for commercial shoots, set days, bridal mornings and private appointments.

Commercial-ready

Built for TVCs, campaigns and fast-moving production days.

Efficient on set

Clear prep, touch-ups and practical support around call times.

Trusted credits

Film, TV and agency-facing experience with real production teams.

What I Do

Makeup Services in Cape Town

Clear service options for productions, agencies, weddings, editorials and private clients. Every booking is built around the job, location and schedule.

Film & TV Makeup

Professional on-set makeup and hair support for feature films, television, streaming, commercials and branded content in Cape Town.

  • Continuity Support
  • Call Sheet Ready
  • Cast & Crowd Work
  • HD / 4K Friendly

SFX & Prosthetics

Special effects work for character transformations, prosthetics, wounds, ageing, horror looks and production-led concepts.

  • Prosthetic Application
  • Wound FX
  • Aging Effects
  • Character Transformation

Private Makeup

Simple, polished makeup for private clients in Cape Town including birthdays, dinners, functions, shoots and special occasions.

  • Natural Glam
  • Soft Glam
  • Photo Ready Finish
  • Mobile Appointments

Commercial & Editorial

Reliable makeup support for agencies, campaigns, lookbooks, editorials, tests, e-commerce shoots and branded content teams.

  • Agency Friendly
  • Shoot Day Efficiency
  • Brand Consistency
  • Camera Ready Skin

Bridal Makeup

Wedding makeup designed to last beautifully in person and on camera, from trial sessions through to the full wedding morning.

  • Bridal Trials
  • Wedding Day Makeup
  • Bridal Party Bookings
  • Long-Wear Finish

Hair Styling

Hair styling support for productions, editorials, bridal mornings and private appointments, including polished finishing and period styling.

  • Styling & Updos
  • Period Hair
  • Set Styling Support
  • Wig Application

Need a day rate, private booking, or production quote? Send the brief and I will reply with the best fit.

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Filmography

Productions & Credits

A selection of productions, series, commercials and screen work that show Amy's experience on real sets and fast-paced departments.

HELP
Feature Film
2025Makeup & Hair Coordinator / Key Makeup & SFX Artist

HELP

Blue Ice Africa production - Lead coordinator managing hair and makeup department with special effects expertise.

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Alphas
Feature Film
2024Key Makeup & SFX Artist

Alphas

Moonlighting production - Key artist responsible for principal cast makeup and special effects.

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Recipes for Love and Murder S2
TV Series
2024Makeup & SFX Artist

Recipes for Love and Murder S2

Both Worlds production - Season 2 of the beloved South African mystery drama series.

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Shaka iLembe
TV Series
2023-2024Makeup & SFX Artist

Shaka iLembe

Epic Mzansi Magic/Showmax production telling the story of the legendary Zulu king.

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The Woman King
76
Feature Film
2022Makeup Artist

The Woman King

TriStar Pictures epic historical action drama directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, starring Viola Davis.

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American Monster S7-9
TV Series
2023Hair & Makeup Artist

American Monster S7-9

Trilogy Creative Studios production - Multiple seasons of the true crime documentary series.

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Black Sails
81
TV Series
2017Crowd Makeup Daily

Black Sails

Critically acclaimed Starz pirate drama series, prequel to Treasure Island.

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Tomb Raider
51
Feature Film
2018Crowd Makeup Daily

Tomb Raider

Action adventure film starring Alicia Vikander as the iconic Lara Croft.

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The Dark Tower
42
Feature Film
2017Crowd Makeup Daily

The Dark Tower

Fantasy western film based on Stephen King's novel series, starring Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey.

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The Kissing Booth
Feature Film
2018Crowd Makeup Daily

The Kissing Booth

Popular Netflix romantic comedy film shot in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Troy: Fall of a City
58
TV Series
2018Crowd Makeup Daily

Troy: Fall of a City

BBC/Netflix epic miniseries retelling the story of the Trojan War.

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Additional Credits

Music Videos • Commercials • Short Films • Prosthetics Work

ProjectThis Water - Evelyn HartTypeMusic VideoRoleHead Makeup & Hair Artist
ProjectBaas se HonneTypeShort FilmRoleHair & Makeup / SFX Artist
ProjectOf Kings & ProphetsTypeTV SeriesRoleCrowd Makeup Daily
ProjectBlood DriveTypeTV SeriesRoleCrowd Makeup Daily
ProjectPEP ValentinesTypeCommercialRoleMakeup & Hair Artist
ProjectPavesiniTypeCommercialRoleMakeup & Hair Artist
ProjectCoronaTypeCommercialRoleMakeup Artist
ProjectCastle Double MaltTypeCommercialRoleHair & Makeup Assistant
ProjectToyota EventTypeEventRoleMakeup Artist
ProjectNetflix Rebel MoonTypeEventRoleMakeup Artist & Body Painter
ProjectCape Town CarnivalTypeEventRoleBody Painter
ProjectSanlam TVCTypeCommercialRoleHead Makeup Artist
ProjectBread Financial TVCTypeCommercialRoleHair & Makeup Assistant
ProjectBIG JOHN - Chicken LickenTypeCommercialRoleAssistant

Industry Profiles

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Portfolio

Featured Work

A fast look at Amy's work across beauty, bridal, film, editorial and special effects so clients can see style and range immediately.

Beauty Makeup by Amy Morgenrood, Cape Town beauty makeup portfolio
Beauty

Beauty Makeup

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SFX Prosthetics by Amy Morgenrood, Cape Town sfx makeup portfolio
SFX

SFX Prosthetics

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Bridal Beauty by Amy Morgenrood, Cape Town bridal makeup portfolio
Bridal

Bridal Beauty

312
Film Production by Amy Morgenrood, Cape Town film makeup portfolio
Film

Film Production

567
Editorial Look by Amy Morgenrood, Cape Town editorial makeup portfolio
Editorial

Editorial Look

289
Fashion Editorial by Amy Morgenrood, Cape Town editorial makeup portfolio
Editorial

Fashion Editorial

423
About Me

Meet Amy

Amy Morgenrood - Cape Town makeup artist
50+
Film & TV Credits
8+
Years Experience
Yes
ITEC Certified
5.0
Client Rating
Cape Town, SA

I'm Amy Morgenrood, a Cape Town-based makeup and hair artist with 8+ years on-set experience in film and television.

I'm ITEC certified and specialize in SFX, prosthetics, continuity-driven character work, and camera-ready beauty.

Selected credits include The Woman King, Recipes for Love and Murder (S2), King Shaka, and American Monster (S7-9).

My strongest focus is production work for film, TV, commercials and branded content, with bridal, private and beauty bookings available around that work.

Best Fit For

Production companies, agencies, coordinators and brands looking for a Cape Town makeup artist who can handle TV commercials, on-set work, campaign shoots and continuity-aware makeup support without overcomplicating the booking process.

Selected Credits

  • Blue Ice Africa - "HELP"
  • Moonlighting - "Alphas"
  • Film Afrika - "King Shaka"
  • TriStar - "The Woman King"
  • "Recipes for Love and Murder" S2
  • "American Monster" S7-9

Expertise

Makeup & HairSFX MakeupProsthetics ApplicationContinuity & On-Set WorkflowFilm & TelevisionBeauty & BridalPrivate MakeupPeriod & Character MakeupWig & Hair StylingBody Painting

Journey

2016Started professional makeup career
2018Obtained ITEC International Qualification
2020Joined Call a Crew roster
2022Worked on "The Woman King"
202450+ productions completed
Qualifications

Certifications

Internationally recognized qualifications and professional certifications

ITEC Media Make Up Diploma

ITEC International

AMY MORGENROOD
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2018ITEC International

ITEC Media Make Up Diploma

Testimonials

What Clients Say

Feedback from production teams, private clients and bridal bookings who have worked with Amy in Cape Town.

"Amy kept our department calm, organised and camera-ready throughout a demanding shoot. Her continuity and speed made a real difference on set."

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Zanele Dlamini

Production ManagerCape Town Studios

"Working with Amy on our SFX scenes was excellent. She understood the brief quickly and delivered makeup that looked strong on camera and held up through the day."

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Pieter van Rooyen

DirectorIndependent Films SA

"Amy made the whole morning easy. My makeup still looked beautiful hours later and felt like me, just more polished and photo-ready."

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Annelie Botha

BrideWedding Client

"Amy understood the visual direction right away and translated it into a clean, strong look that worked perfectly for video and stills."

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Thabo Mokoena

Music ArtistSony Music Africa

"Amy is efficient, warm and very steady under pressure. Long shoot days felt easier because the makeup always looked right and touch-ups were never a scramble."

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Lindiwe Nkosi

Lead ActressFeature Film

Get In Touch

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Booking Information

Availability

Cape Town bookings available by enquiry

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