Makeup Artists (Theatrical and Performance)

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    Dave & Buster's - Columbus/Hilliard is looking for a full time or part time Register Clerk to join our team in Hilliard, OH. As a Register Clerk, you'll manage a high volume of transactions while providing a seamless experience for customers. You...

  • Photo Studio Producer - Calculated Hire - Columbus,OH

    Calculated Hire is hiring for Photo Studio Producer for a top fashion brand in Columbus, Ohio. Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies,...

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    Walmart Stores | Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx + 401(k) with match + PTO + 100% Reimbursement of Tuition & Books | 5900 Britton Parkway | Responsibilities: Fill and dispense online orders; Locate, prepare, and package merchandise; Ensure...

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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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