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Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance
SOC 39-5091.00
Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.
Zone 3
Personal Care and Service
8
Skills
8
Knowledge
3
Job Zone
No
Green
Top Skills 8
Speaking
3.5
Reading Comprehension
3.2
Active Listening
3.2
Critical Thinking
3.1
Judgment and Decision Making
3.1
Active Learning
3.0
Monitoring
3.0
Social Perceptiveness
3.0
Knowledge Areas 8
Customer and Personal Service
4.0
English Language
3.6
Administration and Management
3.5
Fine Arts
3.3
Design
3.2
Communications and Media
3.0
Education and Training
2.7
Sales and Marketing
2.7
Key Tasks
1Apply makeup to enhance or alter the appearance of people appearing in productions
such as movies.
2Select desired makeup shades from stock, or mix oil, grease, and coloring to achieve
specific color effects.
3Duplicate work precisely to replicate characters' appearances on a daily
basis.
4Cleanse and tone the skin to prepare it for makeup application.
5Assess performers' skin type to ensure that makeup will not cause break-outs or
skin irritations.
Also Known As
Beauty Therapist
Body Make-Up Artist
Commercial Makeup Artist
Hair and Makeup Designer
Makeup Artist
Prosthetic Makeup Designer
Special Effects Designer
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Special Effects Technician
Special Makeup Effects Artist
Tools & Equipment
Airbrushing tools
Angle brushes
Angle liners
Brow brushes
Chisel brushes
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