
Background
Amanda Prescott is an independent, multidisciplinary filmmaker, performer, and special effects makeup artist whose work spans screenwriting, directing, producing, editing, sound design, and practical effects. With over 12 years of experience in special effects makeup and formal certification through Online Makeup Academy, she brings a hands-on, detail-driven approach to every stage of production.
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Best known for creating the original horror character Jester’s Scream, Amanda develops projects within collaborative production environments, leading work from pre-production through final cut. Her work includes short films, narrative skits, and digital projects produced for online platforms, demonstrating consistency, adaptability, and a strong command of visual storytelling.
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Her background is rooted in independent production workflows, where she balances creative vision with practical execution—overseeing story development, performance, visual effects, and post-production to deliver cohesive, character-driven horror projects across multiple formats. She approaches filmmaking with a focus on originality, craft, and long-term character development.

Education
2023
Online Makeup Academy
2017 - 2021
Southern Connecticut State University
Special Effects Makeup Course & Certification
Bachelor of Arts
Experience
Role
Film
Makeup Artist
Screenwriter;
Director; Makeup Artist; Actress; Editor
"How Do You Sleep"
April 2024
Directed by Rafael De Moura
When Monsters Camp
Skills
Special Effects Makeup:
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3rd Degree/Scar Wax/Modeling Wax
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Liquid Latex/Pros-Aide
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Spirit Gum/Adhesives
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3D Transfers/Prosthetic Applications
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Bald Cap Application
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Aging Effects
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Crepe Hair
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Paints (Cream & Alcohol Activated)
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Blood FX
Tech. & Software Skills:
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Adobe Premiere Pro
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Canva Pro
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CapCut
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Photography / Cinematography




