Michael Burnett, a two-time Emmy-nominated makeup artist, has been crafting exceptional special makeup effects for over three decades in the film, television, and haunt industries. His impressive career has seen him collaborate with renowned Academy Award-winning makeup artists such as Rick Baker, Greg Cannom, and Michael Westmore.
Michael's extensive portfolio boasts a range of credits in film and television, including notable projects like The Ben Stiller Show, Universal Soldier, The Forsaken, Star Trek Enterprise, Passions, and Mad TV.
Notably, between 1997 and 2016, Michael designed and operated the makeup for Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights an unprecedented 17 times, a testament to his expertise and dedication to his craft.
In October 2016, Michael took on a new challenge as the Director of Design & Development for FrightNight Studios, a Florida-based company specializing in makeup and effects for motion pictures, television, and theme parks, including Bush Gardens, Universal Studios, and Disney.