About
With more than 20 years' experience, Zoe Karlis is a Melbourne based Hair and Makeup Artist specialising in fashion, editorial, commercial, television and corporate productions across Australia and internationally.
After beginning her career in Australia, Zoe relocated to London to further develop her skills, undertaking advanced training and working alongside leading artists within the UK's fashion and beauty industry. Her international experience includes London and Milan Fashion Weeks, where she collaborated with respected designers, photographers and creative teams in fast-paced, high-performance environments.
Today, Zoe partners with brands, creative agencies, production companies, photographers and corporate clients to deliver polished, camera-ready hair and makeup for advertising campaigns, fashion editorials, television, e-commerce, brand activations and executive productions. Known for her calm, professional approach, she works efficiently under pressure while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and consistently delivering high quality results.
Zoe Karlis - Makeup & Hair Artist
Zoe Karlis - London Fashion Week
Alongside her creative expertise, Zoe holds a degree in Marketing and Business, providing a strong understanding of brand identity, commercial objectives and client experience. This unique combination of creative and commercial knowledge allows her to contribute beyond hair and makeup, ensuring every look aligns seamlessly with the vision of the campaign and the goals of the client.
Her work has been featured in leading publications including Vogue Italia, Vogue Vietnam, ELLE Vietnam, Stellar Magazine, The Australian Women's Weekly, Peppermint Magazine, Melbourne Brides and New Idea. She has collaborated with globally recognised brands including MYER, Amazon, YSL Beauty, Scanlan Theodore, Pandora Jewellery, Universal Music, Sony Music, The Australian Ballet, Bonds, Priceline, Sportsgirl, Network 10, Foxtel, Kmart and many more.
Whether on location, in studio or backstage, Zoe is recognised for delivering refined, modern hair and makeup with professionalism, efficiency and a collaborative approach. She is available for commercial, editorial, fashion, television and corporate projects throughout Melbourne, Australia and internationally.
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