Makeup Artists (Theatrical and Performance)

Top 3 makeup artists Jobs

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  • Summer Work Crew - Ohio Department of Education - Columbus,OH

    SEASONAL WORKERSummer Work Crew 2026This position will run from approximately June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026Duties may consist of painting, light maintenance work, grounds work, moving classroom furniture/boxes.See attached job description for...

  • Accounts Payable Associate - ROSES - Columbus,OH

    Roses - - Responsibilities: Review, verify, and process vendor invoices, ensuring proper coding and approvals.; Match purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices to validate accuracy.; Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor...

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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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