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A Special Effects Makeup Artist uses make up to create particular looks for movies, television or stage productions. You’ll apply make up to performers to achieve a desired effect such as a zombie face or an aged character. Special Effects Makeup Artists also use make up to display a feature like an injury or a scar. You might also use your skills for fashion photo shoots or special events.
Special Effects Makeup Artists should be passionate about their profession and have highly developed skills. You’ll need good fine motor skills and strong attention to detail. It’s important that you can work to a brief and understand your instructions. Special Effects Makeup Artists should be flexible and able to work irregular hours when required.
There are 4 courses available for people who want to become a Special Effects 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.
Looking for an exciting career in film, TV, or screen media? How about the nationally recognised CUA41220 Certificate IV in Screen and Media. This awesome qualification prepares you for supervisory roles in the creatives arts industry and allows you to gain specialist skills in any of seven different industry sectors. Specialisation areas include: animation and visual effects, specialist make-up services, radio and podcasting, journalism, content creation and production, film and video production, broadcasting. The course has a broad spectrum covers: understanding copyright, drawing to communicate ideas, producing digital images, developing personal work priorities, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, the availability of course specialisations in your region, and upcoming enrolment dates..
In Australia, a full time Special Effects Makeup Artist generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 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.
The number of people working in this industry has grown strongly over the last five years. There are currently 2,500 people employed as a make up artist in Australia and some of them specialise as a Special Effects Makeup Artist. Special Effects Makeup Artists may find work in larger towns and cities where media productions are based.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Special Effects Makeup Artist interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services). This course will prepare you to apply makeup and hair effects for movies and television productions. You could also further your studies with a Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services).
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