How to Get Teen Stage Makeup Experience

Stage makeup can range from traditional applications to full face makeup.

As a teenager interested in the world of stage makeup and presentation, gaining experience is possible during high school through a variety of different methods depending on your own interests and your school's available clubs. Whether you are interested in joining your school's drama club as a stage makeup artist or you are in search of an internship, you have the possibilities of achieving your desired career in stage makeup with enough experience.

Instructions

1. Write a list of the type of stage makeup you enjoy working with, ranging from full face paint to traditional makeup and beauty items for actors and singers. Keep in mind your future career plans and desired job to help with finding suitable experience as a teen.

2. Sign up for your school's drama or acting club to work behind the scenes in makeup and costume preparation, depending on the available positions.

3. Call your city's local community or recreational center if you have one available to inquire about upcoming plays and other local groups that may be interested in or looking for stage makeup artists.

4. Build your portfolio by keeping your resume updated and current. Include photos of all the stage makeup you complete to highlight and demonstrate your skills when applying for colleges and future jobs or positions.

5. Practice stage makeup techniques on family members and friends to take photos which will help to build your portfolio material.

Tips & Warnings

• Research makeup tutorials and techniques by browsing through beauty and fashion magazines and viewing various online makeup guides for applying various types of makeup.

References

• The Stage; Be a Make-up Artist; Paul Vale
• Super Scholar: Theatrical Makeup Artist Career Information: Salary, Education Requirements & Job Description