About this role
The Make-up Artist will work on principal and supporting Actors, applying make-up and overseeing make-up continuity. Primary duties and responsibilities will be to:
• Negotiate terms with appropriate suppliers and prosthetic makers, provide them with design specifications, and ensure that they deliver to specific deadlines
• Collaborate with Production and Costume Designers to decide colour palettes
• Make appointments for, and if necessary, go with actors to facial hair fittings, prosthetic castings, optician and dental appointments
• Ensure that any allergies or sensitivities are taken into consideration, and report them to the relevant Head of Department
• Apply make-up, affix prosthetics, apply products and use specialised techniques to create specific designs
• Work with facial hair and false pieces, such as beards and moustaches
• May also apply special effects make-up, e.g. grazes, cuts and bruises, and bald caps
• Remove performers' make-up, facial hair and small prosthetics, ensuring that they are cleaned and prepared for further use
• May be required to assist with publicity shots
Key qualifications and competencies include:
• Certification/ license in Cosmetology
• At least 6 years’ experience in theatre, commercials, film or television
• Experience in theatre or with prosthetics makers is preferable
• Familiarity with both period make-up and contemporary looks
• Knowledge of the anatomy of the human skull and facial muscle structure
• Some foreign language skills preferable
• Physical fitness to cope with many hours of standing or bending over Actors
• Flexibility and creative problem solving skills
• Special effects make-up skills
• Keen eye for detail to oversee continuity
• Strong communication and diplomacy skills
• Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety laws and procedures when dealing with facial and topical skin products and chemicals
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.