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Makeup Artist

Personal Services
Stylists and Cosmetologists
Makeup Artist

Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.

At a Glance

Makeup Artist. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2–3 years. Top skills: Point Of Sale, Visual Merchandising, Customer Service.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

High school or GED

Experience

2–3 years

Job Postings

13

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Median Wage

$50,280/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+8.1%

Education

Postsecondary nondegree award

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (2)

Point Of Sale

5.0

Visual Merchandising

4.2

Common Skills (1)

Customer Service

3.4

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