How to Become a Makeup Artist

Makeup artists play a key role in creating the look for the actors on stage, television and film. When the make up artist has mastered the craft fully, he or she has entered a legendary field that is rewarding artistically and financially. Read on to learn more.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Study make up applications for theater, film and television. You can go to your local library and rent a book or DVD.
2. Peruse your local telephone book to find a list of theaters, television and film production companies. Start with community theaters and independent production companies.
3. Call the community theaters and independent production companies. Tell them you are studying to be a make up artist. Volunteer for a play or production to build your credits. Ask if you can meet with them for an interview.
4. Prepare for the interview. Bring a resume. If you have performed in any of the arts, acting, dancing or stagecraft, add that to your resume.
5. Get to know the cast and crew. Hand out business cards if someone asks you for one. Be helpful. Demonstrate that you want to work. Be available day and night. Be ready to work long hours.
6. Arrive early for work. If asked to arrive at 7:30 A.M., arrive at 7:15 A.M. Get to know the crew and network for future work.
7. Learn as you go and always pay attention. Find out who your immediate boss is. Listen and do as you are told. If you do not do as you are told, you may be asked to leave.
8. Keep a great attitude. You have made it. The work is hard with long hours, but you meet talented actors and crew. You are working in one of the most creative fields.

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