Freelance Advanced Beauty & Makeup Artist — East London

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 207,000 - 551,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive freelance rates

Potential bonuses based on bookings

Flexible working hours

On-site work in East London

Portfolio building opportunities

Work with high-quality makeup products

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, is seeking an Advanced Beauty & Makeup Artist. You will perform makeup for bridal, editorial, fashion and events, consult with clients, and deliver a flawless finish on-site at studios or client locations.

This freelance contractor role offers flexible hours, high-profile projects, and opportunities to build a diverse portfolio while working with top-quality products and collaborators in East London.

Qualifications

• Professional makeup artist certification or equivalent training.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a makeup artist.
• Proven portfolio showing bridal, editorial, and event makeup.
• Excellent communication and client consultation skills.
• Ability to work independently on-site and travel to client locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional makeup application for bridal, editorial, fashion, and events.
• Conduct thorough client consultations to understand desired looks.
• Advise on makeup techniques, product selection, and skincare.
• Create artistic and trend-setting makeup looks.
• Maintain high hygiene standards of tools and products.
• Stay up-to-date with makeup trends and products.
• Manage makeup kit and inventory.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and other artists.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Contribute to the studio's brand and reputation.

Skills

Makeup artistry

Bridal makeup

Editorial makeup

On-set experience

Customer consulting

Education

Professional makeup artist certification

Job description

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, is seeking an Advanced Beauty & Makeup Artist. You will perform makeup for bridal, editorial, fashion and events, consult with clients, and deliver a flawless finish on-site at studios or client locations.

This freelance contractor role offers flexible hours, high-profile projects, and opportunities to build a diverse portfolio while working with top-quality products and collaborators in East London.