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A Hair and Makeup Artist uses their skills to create particular looks for performers in film, television and theatre productions. You might style hair to suit a character and use specialist make up techniques to create performance looks. Hair and Makeup Artists might style performers for live or recorded events or you might prepare clients for photographic shoots.
Hair and Makeup Artists should have strong technical skills and be able to adapt their skills to suit a range of productions. You’ll need to have strong attention to detail and be able to recreate looks for the performers you work with. Hair and Makeup Artists should be able to follow instructions and work with production briefs. You may have to work irregular hours in this role.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Hair and Makeup Artist.
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The Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-up Services) is designed to equip students with the skills and techniques essential for all facets of professional makeup artistry including screen and media, theatre, fashion and bridal. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical training, this diploma prepares aspiring make-up artists to excel in creating captivating looks which includes the use of wigs, hairstyling and prosthetics. Enquire now to find a course provider near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
Explore the artistry and technical skills required for the entertainment industry with the Advanced Diploma in Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services). This comprehensive program equips students with advanced makeup techniques and industry knowledge, preparing them to excel in film, television, and theatrical productions..
Want to learn makeup artistry for the screen and media industries? Try the CUA41220 Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services). This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the creative arts industry in Australia and deliver a mix of specialist technical skills in both hair and make-up. Competencies include: styling hair for productions, creating classic long hair up-styles, designing remedial camouflage make-up, applying make-up for photographs, applying airbrush make-up, designing creative makeup, removing makeup. Enquire now for entry requirements, makeup artistry career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
In Australia, a full time Hair and Makeup Artist generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has experienced strong growth in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 16,800 people working in this industry in Australia and many of them specialise as a Hair and Makeup Artist. Hair and Makeup Artists may find work in all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services) is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Hair and Makeup Artist. This course covers a range of topics including styling hair for productions, creating classic long hair up styles, designing remedial camouflage makeup, applying makeup for photographs, designing creative makeup, applying airbrush makeup and removing makeup.
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