The Makeup Technicians

CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-up Services)

This course is subsidised by the NSW Government under the Smart & Skilled program, however, please note it is not Fee Free.

Further, there are costs involved in purchasing makeup and hair kits.

The Diploma of Screen & Media reflects the role of individuals who have a theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialized, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate the work by themself and/or in a team, in the film, television, radio and interactive media industries.

Our course content selection provides you with the knowledge, attitude and skills to work in the entertainment industry as a professional makeup & hairstylist/designer or with our advanced course competency units, further, your skill set to work as a special effects artist/ designer. From day one you will develop a broad range of competencies, opening doors to the entertainment industry – from fashion and television to theatre or film! Even build your own bridal business, makeup artistry is a wonderful and ever-growing international business and as a TMT graduate through our quality training and industry work placement program, you’ll gain extensive experience and valuable contacts to give you the confidence to make your way in the creative world of Makeup Artistry. Be a part of our ever-growing Makeup Alumni, sharing work high lights and experiences from graduates to inspire and motivate current students.

We believe that gaining exposure to a wide range of styles and industries helps students find their niche. You will benefit from the guidance of your own personal tutor while learning about topics as diverse as High Fashion, Contemporary Bridal Makeup, and Special Effects and Prosthetics.

The course also covers Business and Marketing, including résumé skills and how to promote yourself through social media – essential skills for any modern freelancer. To help build your portfolio and document your improvement, we will photograph your work every day. There are no prerequisites for this course – just a love of makeup!

On Campus Delivery

Our campuses are located in Sydney and Melbourne.