Bridal & Editorial Makeup Artist — Creative Studio Growth

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + commissions

Staff discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, South Africa, is seeking a talented Certified Makeup Artist to join a premier beauty studio. You will craft stunning looks for brides, special occasions, editorials and everyday glamour, tailoring each application to enhance clients' features in a welcoming studio environment.

The ideal candidate holds a recognized makeup certification, brings a diverse portfolio, and excels in client communication while maintaining hygiene.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Makeup Artist from a recognized institution.
• Proven experience with a diverse portfolio.
• Expertise across bridal, editorial, and everyday looks.
• Strong client communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of cosmetics and skincare applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform makeup applications for brides, formals, editorials, and everyday looks.
• Conduct client consultations to understand preferences, skin type, and desired aesthetics.
• Apply contouring, highlighting, and colour matching techniques.
• Advise on product selection, techniques, and skincare relevant to makeup.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic makeup station and kit.
• Stay updated on makeup trends and techniques through continuous learning.

Skills

Makeup artistry

Client consultations

Hygiene & sanitation

Communication

Education

Makeup artistry certification

Tools

Professional makeup kit

Brush set

Cosmetics products

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane, South Africa, is seeking a talented Certified Makeup Artist to join a premier beauty studio. You will craft stunning looks for brides, special occasions, editorials and everyday glamour, tailoring each application to enhance clients' features in a welcoming studio environment.

The ideal candidate holds a recognized makeup certification, brings a diverse portfolio, and excels in client communication while maintaining hygiene.