Freelance Makeup Artist - Bridal & Events

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 78,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive project-based rates

Flexible schedule

Travel stipends on bookings

Diverse portfolio opportunities

Work with high-end products

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Freelance Makeup Artist to serve clients in and around Paarl, Western Cape. You will collaborate with clients to understand their vision and deliver personalized bridal and event makeup that enhances natural features.

This hybrid, project-by-project role offers scheduling flexibility, travel opportunities, and exposure to high-end clientele while maintaining professional hygiene and style across diverse occasions.

Qualifications

• A professional makeup artistry qualification or significant demonstrable experience.
• Proven portfolio showcasing bridal and event looks.
• Expertise in contouring, highlighting, and color theory.
• Proficiency with professional makeup brands and tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliable transportation to travel to client locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional makeup application for bridal parties, special events, and photoshoots.
• Consult with clients to discuss look, preferences and occasion.
• Create custom makeup looks tailored to skin tones and features.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation of all tools and products.
• Stay current with trends, techniques and product innovations.
• Manage booking schedules and client communications for events.

Skills

Makeup artistry

Bridal makeup

Event makeup

Client consultation

Communication

Education

Professional makeup artistry qualification

Tools

Contouring techniques

Color theory

Hygiene protocols

Brushing techniques

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and versatile Freelance Makeup Artist specializing in bridal and event makeup to serve clients in and around Paarl, Western Cape . This role requires creativity, technical skill, and the ability to make clients feel confident and beautiful on their special occasions. You will work directly with clients to understand their vision, providing personalized makeup application that enhances their natural features. This hybrid contract role allows for flexibility in scheduling, working on a project-by-project basis, ideal for an artist seeking diverse clientele and creative freedom while delivering exceptional artistry for significant life events.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional makeup application for bridal parties, special events, and photoshoots.
• Consult with clients to discuss their desired look, preferences, and the occasion's theme.
• Create custom makeup looks tailored to individual skin types, tones, and facial features.
• Ensure hygiene and sanitation of all makeup tools, brushes, and products used.
• Stay current with the latest makeup trends, techniques, and product innovations.
• Manage booking schedules and client communications efficiently for contracted events.

Requirements

• A professional makeup artistry qualification or significant demonstrable experience.
• Proven portfolio showcasing a range of makeup styles, particularly bridal and event looks.
• Expertise in various makeup techniques, including contouring, highlighting, and color theory.
• Proficiency in using a wide array of professional makeup brands and tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Reliable transportation to travel to client locations within the designated service area.

Benefits

• Competitive project-based rates with potential for travel stipends on specific bookings.
• Flexibility to set your own schedule and choose your assignments.
• Opportunity to build a diverse portfolio and expand your professional network.
• Work with high-quality professional makeup products and tools.
• Exposure to a high-end clientele and prestigious events in the Western Cape.