Makeup Artists (Theatrical and Performance)

Top 3 makeup artists Jobs

  • Sheeter Assistant - Graphic Packaging International - Groveport,OH

    Graphic Packaging International - - Responsibilities: Safely operate and maintain Marquip sheeter to cut quality sheets; Perform machine setup and run production jobs, including make ready and knife changes; Conduct daily maintenance and...

  • Retail Cosmetics Sales Associate - Trend Beauty, Easton - Part Time - Macys - Columbus,OH

    *Be part of an amazing story* Macy's is more than just a store. We're a story. One that's captured the hearts and minds of America for more than 160 years. A story about innovations and traditions…about inspiring stores and irresistible...

  • FT Beauty Associate - Marshalls - Columbus,OH

    Marshalls - 379 Stoneridge Lane, Gahanna, OH 43230, United States of America [Retail Sales / Team Member] As a Beauty Associate at Marshalls, you'll: Accurately ring customer purchases/returns and count change back to customer according to...

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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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