Senior Makeup Artist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 207,000 - 413,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Remote contractor

Diverse clientele network

Creative autonomy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Makeup Artist to work remotely on a contractor basis, servicing clients in Rustenburg and beyond. You will apply expert makeup for weddings, shoots, and events, while conducting virtual consultations and building a strong portfolio.

You will guide clients on techniques, products, and skincare, maintain a clean, sanitary kit, and collaborate with photographers and stylists to deliver stunning looks across diverse skin tones and ages.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a professional makeup artist with a diverse portfolio.
• Proficiency in contouring, highlighting, and color theory.
• Experience with different skin tones, types, and ages.
• Excellent communication and client-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time for remote engagements.
• Strong sanitation protocols for makeup application and tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional makeup artistry for bridal, editorial, commercial, and events.
• Conduct virtual consultations to assess client needs and aesthetics.
• Educate clients on makeup techniques and skincare.
• Maintain organized, sanitary makeup kit.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and planners to achieve cohesive looks.
• Develop an online portfolio showcasing diverse makeup styles.

Skills

Makeup artistry

Client management

Sanitation protocols

Time management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly creative and technically skilled Senior Makeup Artist to join their team on a remote contractor basis, serving clients in the Rustenburg area and beyond. This position involves providing expert makeup services for a variety of occasions, including photoshoots, special events, and client consultations. You will leverage your artistic talent and product knowledge to create stunning looks that enhance natural beauty or achieve specific thematic requirements. This role is perfect for a seasoned professional seeking flexibility and the opportunity to work with diverse clients and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide professional makeup artistry services for clients, including bridal, editorial, commercial, and special events.
• Conduct virtual consultations to assess client needs, skin types, and desired aesthetics.
• Educate clients on makeup application techniques, product selection, and skincare routines.
• Maintain a meticulously organized and sanitary kit of professional makeup products and tools.
• Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and event planners to achieve cohesive looks.
• Develop and curate a strong online portfolio showcasing diverse makeup styles and capabilities.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a professional makeup artist with a diverse portfolio.
• Proficiency in various makeup techniques, including contouring, highlighting, and color theory.
• Experience with different skin tones, types, and ages.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively for remote client engagements.
• Strong understanding of sanitation protocols for makeup application and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience.
• Flexible work schedule, allowing for excellent work-life integration.
• Opportunity to build a diverse clientele and expand professional network.
• Creative freedom in executing a wide range of makeup looks.
• Potential for repeat business and referrals through exceptional service delivery.