Airbrush Makeup Artist - Vampirates

Salon Renter Inc.; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Pirates Dinner Adventure in Buena Park, CA is seeking an Airbrush Makeup Artist for Vampirates, a seasonal Halloween production. You will apply airbrush and traditional makeup to create vampire looks and maintain quality between performances.

Ideal candidates have experience in theatrical makeup, body painting, or special effects, with strong sanitation practices and the ability to work quickly under time constraints. Positions are seasonal with evening/weekend performances.

Qualifications

• Previous airbrush makeup experience required.
• Experience in theatrical, haunted attraction, body painting, film, or special effects makeup preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation and makeup safety practices.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under time constraints.
• Strong attention to detail and color blending skills.
• Availability for selected evening and weekend performances in September and October.
• Reliable transportation to Buena Park, California.

Responsibilities

• Apply character makeup using airbrush systems and traditional techniques.
• Recreate Vampirates designs with consistency and attention to detail.
• Perform touch-ups and maintain makeup quality throughout the pre-show process.
• Prepare, clean, and sanitize all makeup tools and workstations.
• Work efficiently within designated timelines to ensure cast readiness.
• Collaborate with performers, wardrobe, and stage management teams.
• Maintain a professional and positive backstage environment.

Skills

Airbrush makeup experience

Theatrical/haunted makeup

Sanitation and safety practices

Time management under show deadlines

Detail-oriented and color blending

Evening/weekend availability

Reliable transportation

Job description

# Airbrush Makeup Artist - VampiratesPirates Dinner AdventureBuena Park, CACompensation55–65 an hourPostedJuly 20, 2026## The RoleAirbrush Makeup Artist – Vampirates Pirates Dinner Adventure – Buena Park, California Pirates Dinner Adventure is seeking talented Airbrush Makeup Artists to join our makeup team for Vampirates, our seasonal Halloween production running on selected dates throughout September and October. This position is ideal for artists with experience in theatrical makeup, body painting, and fast-paced live entertainment environments. Artists will be responsible for creating and maintaining vampire character looks using airbrush techniques while ensuring consistency, quality, and timely application for each performance. Responsibilities · Apply character makeup using airbrush systems and traditional techniques · Recreate established Vampirates designs with consistency and attention to detail · Perform touch-ups and maintain makeup quality throughout the pre-show process · Prepare, clean, and sanitize all makeup tools and workstations · Work efficiently within designated timelines to ensure cast readiness · Collaborate with performers, wardrobe, and stage management teams · Maintain a professional and positive backstage environment Qualifications · Previous airbrush makeup experience required · Experience in theatrical, haunted attraction, body painting, film, or special effects makeup preferred · Knowledge of sanitation and makeup safety practices · Ability to work quickly and efficiently under time constraints · Strong attention to detail and color blending skills · Availability for selected evening and weekend performances in September and October · Reliable transportation to Buena Park, California Preferred Experience · EBA Endura or alcohol-based airbrush makeup systems · Special effects makeup and prosthetic application · Live entertainment or theatrical productions · Body painting and character makeup Location Pirates Dinner Adventure – Buena Park, California Schedule Seasonal position with performances on selected dates in September and October. Join our crew and help bring the world of Vampirates to life through immersive character makeup and theatrical storytelling. Must have airbrush gun, hose and air compressor Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour Work Location: In person