Creativity at its best, you need to develop an instinct that reflects the character or image of an individual under given circumstances. If not films, still there are opportunities galore for a professional makeup artist, right from working in salons, television industry, live theater and fashion photography. A makeup artist's job is highly rewarding with options to even operate as a freelancer. A rapidly growing profession, in today's scenario top makeup artists earn up to hundreds or thousands of dollars a day in recognition of their services.
Makeup Artist Job
Make up artist job entails working on the skin and hair of people to bring a cosmetic or artistic effect. The challenge lies in transforming an individual's look. Makeup can improve, enhance or alter the appearance of individuals. From weddings to beauty pageants, from music videos to theater, from runway shows to advertisements, professional makeup artists can find plenty of opportunities. Make up is used to
Accentuate overall appearance
Effect required skin color, hair, feature changes
Effect age modification - old/young
Create special effects
Transform an individual all together.
A professional makeup artist is truly an artist - who works on your face and transforms it. The flaws are concealed, the strong features are enhanced and the makeup is done to suit the ambience, be it harsh photography lights or an Academy Awards night. A professional makeup artist is trained to analyze face structures, color palettes and skin tone. Hygiene is of utmost importance with use of good quality cosmetics and tools. Some of the skills that go into making a successful makeup artist:
Love working with people
Possess excellent interpersonal skills
Have an optimistic, positive attitude
Have an inherent passion
Have enough patience
Enjoy working under pressure
Mind to work long, irregular hours
Have the talent with strong visual sense and creative expertise
