- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
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Additional Requirements:
- Are you willing to travel?
We are looking for a Movie Makeup Artist to create unique looks for our cast.
This position includes designing each character’s look. Experience with prosthetics to create special makeup effects is preferred. Please include a photo portfolio or your social media pages to show previous works along with your application.
Responsibilities
Coordinate with the film director and lighting technicians to get briefed on character descriptions and shooting conditions
Sketch makeup looks for all actors, based on character descriptions
Calculate the time required for makeup and inform actors and director in advance
Create makeup effects using prosthetics/latex masks
Coordinate with costume designers to create cohesive looks
Ensure makeup/hair style is consistent during the entire shooting of the film
Cover scars, tattoos, blemishes as needed
Help actors remove makeup and prosthetics
Ensure all makeup products are stored safely at the end of each shoot day
Requirements
Proven work experience as a Makeup/Hair Artist in film
Portfolio with some work samples
Experience with various makeup styles, like period, contemporary, natural and horror
Understanding of makeup requirements for characters (sculpting techniques and FX prosthetics)
Time-management skills
Attention to detail
Flexibility to work long hours
Availability to travel, as needed