Senior Makeup Artist

Placements24

Centurion

Hybrid

ZAR 221,000 - 424,000

Part time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Makeup Artist for contract-based opportunities in Centurion, with potential remote work or on-location shoots beyond the area. The role requires creativity, technical skill, and a strong portfolio to deliver editorial, bridal, and special events looks.

You will collaborate with clients to realize their vision, provide expert application, and ensure a seamless, professional experience.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience as a professional makeup artist with a diverse portfolio.
  • Proficiency in various makeup application techniques and styles.
  • Strong understanding of color theory and skin tones.
  • Excellent client communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • A comprehensive kit of professional makeup products and tools is required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional makeup application for events including bridal, editorial, and personal consultations.
  • Consult with clients to understand desired looks and offer expert advice.
  • Create customized makeup looks tailored to features, skin types, and event requirements.
  • Ensure all makeup tools and products are sanitary and organized.
  • Stay current with industry trends, techniques, and product releases.
  • Manage client bookings and communication efficiently.

Skills

Extensive experience
Makeup techniques
Color theory
Client communication
Time management
Professional kit

Tools

Professional makeup kit

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and imaginative Senior Makeup Artist for contract-based opportunities, potentially serving clients remotely or on-location within the Centurion area and beyond. This role demands creativity, technical expertise, and the ability to enhance natural beauty or create transformative looks for various clients, including editorial, bridal, and special events. You will work closely with clients to understand their vision, provide expert application, and ensure a seamless, professional experience. This is a freelance position suited for a makeup artist with a robust portfolio and a passion for delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide professional makeup application for various events and clients, including bridal, editorial, and personal consultations.
  • Consult with clients to understand their desired look and offer expert advice.
  • Create customized makeup looks tailored to individual features, skin types, and event requirements.
  • Ensure all makeup tools and products are kept sanitary and organized.
  • Stay current with industry trends, techniques, and new product releases.
  • Manage client bookings and communication efficiently.
Requirements
  • Extensive experience as a professional Makeup Artist with a diverse portfolio.
  • Proficiency in various makeup application techniques and styles.
  • Strong understanding of color theory and skin tones.
  • Excellent client communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • A comprehensive kit of professional makeup products and tools is required.
Benefits
  • Competitive rates per project or per day, based on experience and scope.
  • Opportunity to build a diverse professional portfolio.
  • Flexibility in scheduling and project selection.
  • Potential for repeat bookings and referrals from satisfied clients.
  • Exposure to a variety of clients and creative opportunities.
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