• Application Deadline: Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Makeup Artist


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification OND , Vocational


• Experience


• Location Lagos


• City Victoria Island


• Job Field Art / Crafts / Languages 
  

Role Objectives

• As a make-up artist, your work will involve creating images and characters through the medium of make-up, hairstyles and prosthetics according to a brief.


• You'll interpret the make-up requirements of clients to produce both a creative and technically accurate visual representation.

Essential Duties

• Communicate with clients to clarify visual requirements


• Read scripts to ascertain the materials and look required, considering budget implications and identifying areas where research is required


• Ensure continuity in hair and make-up, liaising with other members of the design team to ensure the overall look/effect is consistent and coherent


• Demonstrate and implement a practical understanding of lighting, the photographic process, colours and the impact of special effects/make-up processes on the skin


• Maintain awareness of health and safety issues and legislation


• Be effective with your time management - knowing how long a client will take to be made up


• Work quickly and accurately in time-pressured conditions


• Take detailed notes and photographs of work to maintain an up-to-date portfolio of work


• Understand requirements from a visual and technical standpoint


• Determine the correct material and application according to lighting, setting etc.


• Apply simple and complex makeup as required


• Having knowledge of different color palettes and design styles.


• Maintaining an awareness of the latest trends in beauty.


• Using models and fashion magazines as reference points.


• Select the best material (cosmetics and tools) and create budgets to purchase


• Clean and maintain makeup applicators and tools

Requirements / Skills / Qualifications

• Diploma from a Vocational School in Cosmetology, Makeup or relevant study


• Proven experience as makeup artist


• Knowledge of makeup and hairdressing techniques


• Great communication and interpersonal skills


• Artistic personality and manual dexterity


• Attention to detail


• Patient with a positive attitude


• Experience in prosthetics and special effects is a plus


• Technical understanding of lighting, photography, styles, dramatization etc.


• Ability to balance quality and budget restraints


• Understanding of health and safety rules