Makeup Artist Resume Sample

Makeup artists have variety of career scopes in entertainment, fashion and cosmetic service industries. Their job duties are same for all industries with slight variation. They are required to interpret before hand, the type of makeup requirements that will suit skin texture and attire worn by artists or models.

It is also the responsibility of these professionals to ensure best visual representation while preparing artists for different live shows and photographic shoots. Makeup artists are continuously getting hired by different agencies. If you too are looking for similar profiles, below is a resume sample that can help you take the first step in the hiring process.
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Harry Smith
165, Western Phase
Brooklyn, NY 11256, United States
M: 718 444 7777
E: harrysmith@frontfocus.com

Objective: Looking for a position of makeup artist to employ my education and professional training related to this field.

Skills:

• Strong sense of creativity with a good eye for color combination
• Expertise in using advanced makeup tools like airbrushes and prosthetic body parts
• Capable of using cleansing, toning and moisturizing techniques suiting different skin types
• Skilled in administering different types of makeups based on light and camera settings

Professional History:

Exotic Studio, Brooklyn
Designation: Makeup Artist
Duration: June 2013 - Present

Responsibilities:

• Producing and sketching design ideas for hair style and makeup
• Communicating with clients to know their requirements for different shows
• Assisted in developing prosthetic parts required for different theatrical shows
• Reading scripts and investigating sets to decide on the type of makeup

Glow Makeup studio, Brooklyn
Designation: Junior Makeup Artist
Duration: August 2012 – April 2013

Responsibilities:

• Assisted senior professionals with hairstyling and preparing the skin before applying makeup
• Maintained portfolio of different assignments with daily reports and photographs
• Conducting research on new makeup trends and submitting reports to superiors
• Placed orders for different makeup tools when required

Educational Details:

University of Brooklyn
Bachelors degree in Cosmetology
Graduated: 2012

Certificate on professional makeup
Duration - 6 months