Lead Makeup Artist (Hybrid)

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Access to high-quality makeup products

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Makeup Artist to join our beauty and wellness team in a hybrid role, balancing in-studio client sessions with remote consultations and content creation.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of makeup artistry experience, strong leadership, and a passion for empowering clients through transformative makeup artistry. The role offers collaboration with photographers and stylists on shoots and ongoing development of trends.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional makeup artistry experience.
• Proven leadership or project-management experience.
• Expert knowledge of makeup products, tools, and techniques for diverse skin tones.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in-studio and remotely.
• Certification from a recognized makeup artistry school is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert makeup applications for editorial, bridal, and personal styling.
• Lead and mentor junior makeup artists.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and other professionals on shoots.
• Develop new makeup looks and contribute to artistic direction.
• Conduct virtual consultations and remote tutorials as needed.
• Maintain a professional makeup kit with hygiene and inventory control.

Skills

Leadership

Makeup artistry

Editorial/bridal makeup

Remote consultation

Team mentoring

Communication

Education

Makeup artistry certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly creative and experienced Lead Makeup Artist to join their esteemed beauty and wellness team in Cape Town . This hybrid role requires a blend of in-studio client sessions and remote consultation or content creation. You will be responsible for leading makeup application services for various clients, including editorial, bridal, and personal styling, while also contributing to the development of new beauty trends and product lines. The ideal candidate is a trendsetter with a keen eye for detail and a passion for empowering clients through transformative makeup artistry, working within a flexible hybrid model.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform expert makeup application for diverse client needs, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to brand standards.
• Lead and mentor junior makeup artists, providing guidance on techniques and client management.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and other beauty professionals on photoshoots and events.
• Develop and present new makeup looks and techniques, contributing to the company’s artistic direction.
• Conduct virtual consultations and provide remote makeup tutorials or advice as needed.
• Maintain and manage a professional makeup kit, ensuring hygiene and product inventory.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (7+ years) as a professional Makeup Artist , with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse styles.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in managing a team or projects.
• Expert knowledge of makeup products, tools, and application techniques for various skin types and tones.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at building rapport with clients and team members.
• Ability to work effectively in both an in-studio environment and remotely, managing time efficiently.
Certification from a recognized makeup artistry school is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with opportunities for performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Access to a wide range of high-quality makeup products and professional tools.
• Ongoing training and professional development in the latest beauty trends and techniques.
• A vibrant and creative work environment within the beauty and wellness industry.