Senior Makeup Artist & Beauty Educator

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary growth potential

Product discounts

Travel opportunities

Growth opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Makeup Artist & Beauty Educator for a cosmetics brand location in Benoni. You will craft editorial looks, lead training programs for staff and clients, and share expertise through tutorials and presentations.

The role combines advanced makeup artistry with education, requiring strong communication, leadership, and collaboration with marketing and product teams. Physical events and shoots may require flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Proven professional makeup artist with a strong portfolio.
• Experience in beauty education, training, or workshops.
• Knowledge of skin care and makeup techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior artists.
• Flexibility for evenings and weekends as required by events.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-quality makeup artistry for shoots, events and client consultations.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive makeup training programs and workshops for staff and clients.
• Create educational content, tutorials, guides, and presentations on makeup techniques.
• Stay current with trends, techniques, and product innovations.
• Represent the brand ethos and aesthetics at events and demonstrations.
• Provide personalized makeup consultations and services to clients.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams on launches and campaigns.
• Maintain makeup kits and ensure high hygiene standards.
• Mentor junior makeup artists and support their development.
• Contribute to creative direction for brand makeup looks.

Skills

Makeup artistry

Beauty education

Client consulting

Public speaking

Training program development

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious cosmetics brand known for its innovative and high-quality products, is seeking an exceptional Senior Makeup Artist & Beauty Educator for their location in Benoni . This role is ideal for a highly skilled artist with a passion for teaching and sharing their expertise. You will be responsible for creating stunning makeup looks for editorial shoots, marketing campaigns, and client events, while also developing and delivering engaging training programs for internal staff and external clients. This position demands not only technical artistry but also strong communication and leadership skills to inspire and educate. You will be a brand ambassador, embodying the values and aesthetic of the company. The goal is to elevate the brand's image through exceptional artistry and to empower individuals with makeup skills through comprehensive education. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional looking to blend creative application with impactful instruction.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute high-quality makeup artistry for photoshoots, video productions, brand events, and client consultations.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive makeup training programs and workshops for retail staff, freelance artists, and consumers.
• Create educational content, including tutorials, guides, and presentations, on makeup techniques and product application.
• Stay current with the latest makeup trends, techniques, and product innovations.
• Serve as a brand ambassador, representing the company's aesthetic and values at events and demonstrations.
• Provide personalized makeup consultations and application services to clients.
• Collaborate with the marketing and product development teams on new product launches and campaigns.
• Maintain and organize makeup kits and supplies, ensuring a high standard of hygiene.
• Mentor and guide junior makeup artists and assist in their professional development.
• Contribute to the creative direction of makeup looks for brand initiatives.

Requirements

• Extensive professional experience as a makeup artist with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse skill sets.
• Proven experience in beauty education, training, or workshop facilitation.
• In-depth knowledge of various makeup techniques, color theory, and product formulations.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.
• Strong understanding of skincare and its importance in makeup application.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by events and photoshoots.
• A passion for the beauty industry and a commitment to continuous learning and skill development.
• Experience with digital content creation (video, photography) is a plus.
• Professionalism, punctuality, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, opportunities for performance-based bonuses, and generous product discounts.
• You will be part of a renowned brand with a supportive and creative work environment.
• This role provides significant opportunities for professional growth, skill enhancement through ongoing training, and the chance to work with a highly regarded team in the beauty industry.
• You will have the chance to travel for assignments and represent a leading cosmetics company.
• We believe in fostering talent and providing our employees with the resources to excel in their careers.
• This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact as a key member of our client's creative and educational team.