Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance
General Information
Description
Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.
Workplace at a Glance
What you can expect to experience while on the job
- Responsibility
- Exposure to job hazards
- Physical activity
- Decision making
- Repetitiveness
- Level of competition
- Time pressure
Industry areas
- Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
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Salary
Salary Information
Median Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$96,370
State-by-state Salary
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Education & Interests
Most Common Education Levels
People in this career achieve this level of education.
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Post-secondary certificate 43%
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Less than high school 17%
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Some college 13%
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Bachelor's degree 13%
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High school 8%
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Associate's degree 4%
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Master's degree 0%
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Doctoral degree 0%
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Post baccalaureate 0%
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Post-doctoral training 0%
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Post-master's certificate 0%
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First professional degree 0%
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PERSONALITY CHARACTERISTICS
You may find this career fulfilling if you consider yourself to be:
- Artistic — You have an interest in creating visual artwork, performances, written works, food or music.
- Realistic — You have an interest in physically working with equipment, materials or structures.
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Skills at a Glance
Skills helpful in this career
- Verbal skills
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Equipment operation & maintenance
- Math & science skills
- Technology design & control
- Leadership
Knowledge
- Customer and Personal Service
- Fine Arts
- English Language
- Administration and Management
- Design
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