Makeup Artist

Responsibilities

• Understand requirements from a visual and technical standpoint
• Determine the correct material and application according to lighting, setting etc.
• Apply simple and complex makeup as required
• Use FX prosthetics to create the desired special effects
• Do appropriate hairstyling to complement makeup
• Assist in appropriate removing of makeup and prosthetics
• Collaborate with crew members (costume designers, production assistants etc.)
• Select the best material (cosmetics and tools) and create budgets to purchase
• Clean and maintain makeup applicators and tools
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as a makeup artist
• Knowledge of makeup and hairdressing techniques
• Experience in prosthetics and special effects is a plus
• Technical understanding of lighting, photography, styles, dramatization etc.
• Ability to balance quality and budget restraints
• Understanding of health and safety rules
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• Artistic personality and manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Patient with a positive attitude
• Diploma from a vocational school in cosmetology, makeup or relevant study

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