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Makeup
Makeup

Responsible for all facial and body makeup, including bruising and wounds, and facial hair on the performers. They are also responsible for any prosthetics required for special effects.

The Make-Up department works with the director(s) and performers to develop the desired look for each character. Special Make-Up effects includes prosthetics and other make-up effects such as airbrushing.

Jobs

Legend:


Entry Level

In-demand

Entry Level & In-demand

What kind of jobs are available?

Skills

 

What those who work in this department usually bring to the work.

Knowledge

  • Make-up training from accredited school with a portfolio demonstrating skills in various make-up forms: corrective, glamour and effects.
  • Knowledge of applying make-up to diverse skin tones

Experience

  • Make-up work experience with diverse skin tones.
  • Work experience in make-up for stage, film, television or commercials.

Special Makeup Effects Artist

Assistant Makeup Department Head

Makeup Department Head

Make-Up Artist

Assistant Make-Up

2nd Assistant MakeUp Artist

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