Makeup Artist Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Makeup Artist:

  • Diploma from a vocational school in cosmetology, makeup or relevant study
  • Proven experience as makeup artist
  • Knowledge of makeup and hairdressing techniques
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills
  • Artistic personality and manual dexterity
  • Attention to detail
  • Patient with a positive attitude
  • Experience in prosthetics and special effects is a plus
  • Technical understanding of lighting, photography, styles, dramatization etc.
  • Ability to balance quality and budget restraints
  • Understanding of health and safety rules

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Makeup Artist skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Makeup Artist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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