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- Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
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- Theatrical and Performance Makeup Artists apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.
What do they typically do
- Assess performers' skin type to ensure that makeup will not cause break-outs or skin irritations
- Apply makeup to enhance or alter the appearance of people appearing in productions
- Analyze a script, noting events that affect each character's appearance, so that plans can be made for each scene
- Cleanse and tone the skin to prepare it for makeup application
- Alter or maintain makeup during productions as necessary to compensate for lighting changes or to achieve continuity of effect
- Duplicate work precisely to replicate characters' appearances on a daily basis
- Study production information to determine makeup requirements
- Select desired makeup shades from stock, or mix oil, grease, and coloring to achieve specific color effects
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Average AnnualJob Growth 0.0%Job Opening 2Education & Training
- Education Most occupations require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
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