2. General Info
Makeup artists apply cosmetics, powders, paints, gels and
other products to the faces of actors and performers.
Use makeup to make sure guests look natural when their
on television screen .
artists are always present on the sets of theatre productions
and during the filming of movies or television programmes.
task is to see to it that the actors' and presenters' hair and
make-up are done correctly and touched up when necessary.
also responsible for wigs, whiskers and special effects.
work closely with directors, costume and lighting
designers.
3. Salary Range
$15,000 to $80,000 a year for most.
Those who work in film tend to make more than those who
work in theatre.
Makeup artists who are working in the movie industry, are
the highest earners among all.
Average makeup artist salary ranges from $400 to $2000 on
a daily basis.
It basically depends on the type of client and the project and
the popularity of the makeup artist.
4. Education
Completion of a post-secondary make-up artistry or
cosmetology program is recommended.
On-the-job training.
Volunteering at a local theatre or television station is one
of the best ways to get experience and training as a makeup
artist.
successful completion of a Workplace Hazardous
Materials Information System (WHMIS) course.
Successful completion of several art courses.
5. Stress level
Work very long hours (especially in the beginning).
Make-up artists may stand for many hours at their work.
work under pressure to finish their work in a set
timeframe.
may be required to travel to fairly remote location shoots
for television or film.
Lifting requirements are considerably more for artists
who also must carry items such as stools and lighting
equipment
6. Job availability
Job opportunities are high since there are
new actors and actresses for new movies.
Artists who work in big cities tend to have
more job opportunities .
There are many hair and makeup Artists
needed in the united states (since there are
many celebrities).
7. Attributes and
Compassionate
Abilities
creativity and imagination
Good colour vision
Communication skills
Willing to continually upgrade
knowledge and skills
Respect
Work many hours
Energetic
8. Personal Attributes needed to be successful
the ability to work independently and with others in a team
environment.
the proper care and use of make-up and related equipment and
accessories such as wigs, and facial hair pieces
Most importantly you have to know what you are doing.
Why I want to be a Makeup Artist ? &What
skills make me successful as a Makeup
I love using cosmetics on other people.
Artist?
I have some experience on using cosmetics .
I like to put different kinds of makeup on celebrities.
