Make-up artist, Ringatoi whakapaipai
Also known as
- Theatrical make-up artist, special effects make-up artist, make-up consultant, prosthetics specialist
Make-up artists apply make-up to change or enhance the way people look. They may work in fashion, film, theatre or personal services.
Duration
02:29 mins
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $41
Most common
$59
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
0-1 year
Make-up artists
- usually work irregular business hours, including early mornings, evenings and weekends
- may work on location and may travel locally, nationally and internationally
- need to be creative, communicate well and work well under pressure
Tasks
- apply make-up to clients
- create special make-up effects
- discuss make-up needs with clients
- assess client skin before applying make-up
- clean and prepare skin for make-up
- order make-up and beauty supplies
- keep make-up tools clean and safe
- recommend skincare and beauty products
- work with photographers and stylists
- keep up with beauty trends and techniques
Creative
Practical
Social
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need experience to become a make-up artist and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a New Zealand Certificate in Skin Care and Cosmetics (Level 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Makeup Artistry and Hairstyling (Level 4) or similar
- examples of your work
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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