Makeup Artists (Theatrical and Performance)

Top 3 makeup artists Jobs

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    Caregiving is more than a job; it's a career making a difference in the lives of people who truly need your help. If you're looking for an opportunity to experience something more personally fulfilling and that makes...

  • Established Hire Esthetician + Makeup Artist - Penzone Salons - Columbus,OH

    Established Hire Esthetician + Makeup Artist Employment Type: Part + Fulltime available Location: Short North, 967 N High Street, Columbus OH Are you looking for a new adventure? Do you love makeup, skin care and all...

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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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