Makeup Artists (Theatrical and Performance)

Top 3 makeup artists Jobs

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    Ecommerce Photographer - Abercrombie & Fitch Co. The Abercrombie & Fitch team is looking for a photographer that has a passion for studio e-commerce photography. This person will be responsible for shooting studio on-figure e-commerce...

  • Remote Equity Research Analyst - AI Trainer ($50-$60 per hour) - Data Annotation - Columbus,OH

    DataAnnotation is committed to creating high-quality AI. Join our team to help train the next generation of AI while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and the freedom to set your own schedule. This role is designed to fit a variety of...

  • Retail Associates - Hobby Lobby - Columbus,OH

    Hobby Lobby - JobID: 843701 [Retail Sales / Team Member] As a Retail Associate at Hobby Lobby, you'll: Work in departments such as Art, Crafts, Custom Frames, Fabrics, Floral, and Hobbies; Focus on the customer by giving a warm and friendly...

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What Makeup Artists Do

Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.


Makeup artist Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 3,100
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $134,750

Job Outlook for Makeup artists

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 1,100
  • Growth rate: 37 percent (Much faster than average)

How to Become a Makeup artist

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary nondegree award
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: None

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