Makeup | Prosthetics | Special Effects
Makeup | Prosthetics | Special Effects
Welcome to Giene FX
We are passionate about creating realistic and stunning special effects for film and television productions. With our founder and make-up master Cayley Giene at the helm, Giene FX continues to grow and work on some of the most recognized film and television projects in North America.
From short production and one off prosthetic requests, to multi-season and full motion picture special effect and make-up requests, Giene FX tackles some of the industries toughest projects. Being specialized in abstract effects and modifications, the team at Giene FX tackle out of this world and unnatural visual effects, including gore and fantasty.
Want to get to know Giene FX? Check out our about us page or click the link below!
A HISTORY OF LEADING INDUSTRY PRODUCTION WORK
We are passionate about creating realistic and stunning special effects for film and television productions. With our founder and make-up master Cayley Giene at the helm, Giene FX continues to grow and work on some of the most recognized film and television projects in North America.
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You may recognize some of the leading titles that Cayley Giene has has the privilege of working on throughout her career. Now with her own studio and dedicated team, she continues to support leading productions across North America with a variety of services including character design and implementation, prosthetic fabrication and installation, and on set make-up and special effects support. Giene FX is here to support your next production from start to finish.
Cayley has gained experience working with some of the top talent in the industry, on some of the most recognized film and television productions in North America. The work of Cayley and the Giene FX team members can be found the below productions.(Please note that the work of many pieces of the production are an accumulation of a wide array of talented and experienced artists, from a variety of organizations, Listing of these features does not insinuate that Giene FX was the sole group of artists working with this production, but is an example of places you can see the talent from their team members)
INTERNATIONAL FILM & PRODUCTION
Remote Services & Travel
At Giene FX, we are regularly tasked with creating out of this world pieces and prosthetics for international clients, creating items that can be shipped to set for use, or molded for characters on the other side of the planet! In addition to our prosthetic and special effects services, we are also available for international contracts across the globe where our make-up and special effects artists will dispatch to your filming location. Click below to learn more about our travel and remote services
When Should I Book My Special Effects & Makeup?
Having your Make-Up and Special Effects teams engaged at the start of the project is the best way to establish a budget that will match the expectations of your visual tools. The time for proper character development, design and body casting, and collaboration with resources is required to ensure that your project deadlines are never missed or modified as a result of effects.
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Have questions regarding the process? Click below, or complete the form in the footer to reach out to our team and discuss your implementation timelines!
Testimonials From Our Producers
Giene FX has had the privliege of supporting some of the top producers in the industry, helping them bring a vision to life (within the timeframe and budget they are looking for). Read what they have to say about our work below!
I have worked with Cayley over the last 5 years where I have seen her emerge from a Makeup Lab Technician to a MUFX Artist and eventually a Special Effects Makeup Supervisor. Cayley has impressed me with her vast skill set and was instrumental in the success of the WB/CW's "The Flash" and most recently NBC/Syfy/Hulu's production of "Reginald the Vampire".
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I consider Cayley an invaluable asset to production. She was always readily available going above and beyond the call of duty to managing tasks remotely and travelling to ensure that the entire process ran smoothly.
Her quality of work, coupled with her efficiency and dedication to her craft, that is what every producer looks for. She always delivered on time and on budget. Cayley is masterfully skilled not only as an artist but a team leader. I endorse Cayley's capabilities as an artist and business professional on and off set and hope to work with her again.
Brent Crowell, Producer "The Fash", "Reginald The Vampire"
Cayley Giene has been the makeup FX coordinator on “Resident Alien” since the beginning of Season 2 and I can’t say enough about the wonderful work that she and her whole team have done for us on the show.
Their professionalism and artistry on set, not to mention the speed at which they work, is incredible. Our show presents a lot of demands — from alien builds, to our beloved Number 42 octopus, to aging our star 60 years into the future. Every time I see something new, I’m in awe of Cayley’s attention to detail and the hyper-real nature of her work — working with her has been an absolute joy.
Chris Sheridan, Creator/Executive Producer “Resident Alien”
Cayley has always been my first call for any prosthetics or makeup effects since we first met and worked together in 2011. She has always been exceptionally hard working to ensure the equality of what she is providing while coming in on time and on (if not under) budget.
She is always great with everyone from set PA's to the cast and producers. She treats everyone with highest level of respect and professionalism and runs an amazing team that does well. In fact, I respect Cayley's knowledge and professionalism in the field that I had her as one of our main advisors on the creation of a heavy practical makeup effects based television series that we created for a studio earlier this year.
Lisa Ovies, President Rogue Studios
"Sleep Tight"
I’ve known Cayley for over 6 years, firstly as an up-and-coming MUFX artist on the set of WB/CW’s Arrow and most recently on NBCU/Sci-Fi’s Resident Alien Season 2, where Cayley ran the MUFX for the show as Lead MUFX Production Coordinator.
Cayley managed the process throughout the entire production schedule, starting with Directors’ and Producers’ visions - providing realistic and accurate budgets - followed by designs for approvals, ongoing work-in progress reports, pre-viz and the managing of in-shop builds.
She and her team delivered amazing results, always on time and on budget! For Resident Alien they created an ultra-realistic Octopus puppet (rod controlled) and an amazing animatronic Alien Baby!! Character makeups were also in the mix.
I respect Cayley’s skill at running her team on and off set and look forward to working with her again on any future projects.
Todd Pittson, Producer "Resident Alien" , "Arrow"