Beauty & Makeup Artist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 344,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Portfolio building

Networking

Flexible schedule

Diverse clients

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Beauty & Makeup Artist for freelance and project-based work across Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas. This role suits a creative professional with a flair for transforming looks for editorial shoots, weddings, special events, and commercial projects.

You will provide exceptional makeup services, understand client needs, and create looks that enhance natural beauty or fulfill artistic visions. Travel to client locations will be required.

Qualifications

• Proven makeup artist with a diverse portfolio.
• Expertise in various makeup techniques across skin tones.
• Excellent communication and client service.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional makeup applications for events, shoots, and personal styling.
• Consult with clients to determine looks and product choices.
• Create a range of looks from natural to glam per client needs.
• Maintain a clean, well-stocked, hygienic makeup kit.
• Stay updated on trends and product innovations.
• Manage bookings and client communications for assignments.

Skills

Makeup artistry

Portfolio building

Client consultation

Travel flexibility

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Beauty & Makeup Artist for freelance and project-based work across Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas. This role is ideal for a creative professional with a flair for transforming looks for various occasions, including editorial shoots, weddings, special events, and commercial projects. You will be responsible for providing exceptional makeup application services, understanding client needs, and creating stunning looks that enhance natural beauty or fulfill specific artistic visions. We are looking for a makeup artist who is passionate about their craft, reliable, and adaptable to different working environments and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional makeup application services for clients for events, photoshoots, and personal styling.
• Conduct client consultations to determine desired looks, discuss preferences, and select appropriate products and techniques.
• Create a wide range of makeup styles, from natural and subtle to glamorous and dramatic, as per client requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked makeup kit, ensuring all products are up-to-date and hygienic.
• Stay current with the latest makeup trends, techniques, and product innovations in the beauty industry.
• Manage bookings, scheduling, and client communication effectively for contracted assignments.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Makeup Artist with a diverse portfolio showcasing different styles.
• Expertise in various makeup application techniques and product knowledge across different skin types and tones.
• Strong understanding of color theory and facial anatomy for effective makeup application.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to make clients feel comfortable and confident.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel to various client locations in and around Port Elizabeth .
• Professional demeanor and commitment to punctuality and client satisfaction.

Benefits

• Competitive freelance rates per project or per hour.
• Opportunity to build a diverse portfolio and work on exciting creative projects.
• Networking opportunities within the photography, fashion, and event industries.
• Flexibility to choose projects that align with your schedule and artistic interests.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and creative challenges.