Lead Makeup Artist & Special Effects Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

State-of-the-art equipment

Diverse high-profile projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a Lead Makeup Artist & Special Effects Specialist to lead a talented makeup team across beauty and prosthetics projects for film, TV, and stage. You will design and apply makeup, sculpt prosthetics, and manage budgets and supplies on diverse productions.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio in both beauty makeup and realistic SFX, proven leadership, and the ability to collaborate with directors and designers in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Professional makeup artist with a strong SFX portfolio.
• Ability to create wounds, scars, aging effects, and prosthetics.
• Experience leading a team in high-pressure productions.

Responsibilities

• Design and apply beauty makeup for various productions.
• Design and apply special effects makeup and prosthetics.
• Lead and supervise a team of makeup artists.
• Collaborate with directors, costume designers, and production staff.
• Manage makeup supplies, equipment, and budgets.
• Stay updated on trends in makeup artistry and SFX.

Skills

Makeup artistry

Special effects

Leadership

Team management

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned beauty and media production house in Randburg, is seeking a highly skilled Lead Makeup Artist & Special Effects Specialist. This role requires a blend of artistic talent in traditional makeup application and expertise in creating realistic special effects for film, television, or stage. You will lead a team of makeup artists, collaborate with production crews, and bring creative visions to life through transformative makeup artistry. This is an exceptional opportunity for a creative professional to work on diverse and exciting projects in the Randburg area.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and apply both beauty and special effects makeup for various productions.
• Lead and supervise a team of makeup artists, delegating tasks and ensuring quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with directors, costume designers, and other production personnel.
• Create prosthetics, molds, and other special effects components as needed.
• Manage makeup supplies, equipment, and budgets for assigned projects.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in makeup artistry and special effects.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a professional Makeup Artist with a strong portfolio in special effects.
• Proven ability to create realistic wounds, scars, aging effects, and character transformations.
• Proficiency in a range of makeup application techniques for beauty, film, and stage.
• Experience with sculpting, molding, and applying prosthetics.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and adaptability to fast-paced production environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and project-based bonuses.
• Access to state-of-the-art makeup and special effects equipment.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and high-profile projects.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment within the entertainment industry.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities in the field of special effects artistry.