Makeup Artists (Theatrical and Performance)

Top 3 makeup artists Jobs

  • Project Intern - IGEL - Obetz,OH

    George J. Igel & Co., Inc. Project Intern Reports to: Project Manager or Assistant Project Manager (George J. Igel & Co., Inc.) FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (One (1) Hour Lunch); 40-45 hours...

  • VFX Pipeline Technical Director - Aquent Talent - Columbus,OH

    VFX Pipeline Technical Director In this Pipeline TD project, you will: Help shape the build, development, and maintenance of the company's internal product visualization pipeline using Houdini and Solaris. Collaborate with other...

  • Organist - First Community Church - Columbus,OH

    Who We Are: First Community Church is a forward-thinking part of the global Body of Christ, historically christened "the church of the infinite quest." We are affiliated with The United Church of Christ and The Christian Church...

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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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