Q. What jobs are available as a Makeup Artist?
A. Our graduates will find a vast amount of employment opportunities in several different areas of artistry, depending on their interest. Some past graduates have chosen to enter the field of cosmetic retailing, which offers a great chance to start building your makeup kit with products and learning to apply makeup on several faces a day. Others will find that they are better suited for freelance work, with an emphasis on bridal makeup, or with the possibility of working with a dermatologist and/or plastic surgeon office with clients that are looking for beauty applications. Another common option is to work with photographers, models, or designers applying makeup for their print advertisements, fashion magazines, music videos, and/or runway shows. And finally, some artists will enjoy traveling as a professional beauty consultant or applying makeup on celebrities or affluent clients.
Q. What kind of money can I make as a Makeup Artist?
A. The quality of your work and your commitment to excellence are the two deciding factors in how much you will be able to quote and demand for your work. It can also depend on which industry you choose to focus on, beauty or film. The cosmetic retail industry is the entry level for many makeup artists and can averages from $15 - 35 per hour, depending on the company and can also include variable commissions. Bridal makeup application can vary from $40 - 150 per person, depending on the artist’s experience and physical location. A freelance gig for a group for women requiring makeup for an event can vary from $40 - 100 per makeup application. Production work is usually paid by a “day rate,” which can average between $350 - 1000 per day for video, print and runway work. Film work can pay between $350 - 800 per day, with overtime pay possible.
Q. Do you help graduates with job placement?
A. At Chic Studios, we believe in each of our graduates, and when employers of businesses are in need of an artist or team of artists for an event, we only refer and recommend our artists. We also help give the tools to each student while enrolled at Chic Studios to prepare a resume, make business cards, design a website and develop a professional portfolio.
Q. What should I do next if I am interested in enrolling?
A. If possible, we encourage you to visit our school and meet with one of our staff for a tour. At this time we can answer any further questions you may have, including with the enrollment form and payment options for your desired course(s). If you are not able to visit us in person, due to scheduling or you are a travelling student, we ask that you fill out the enrollment form and submit it back to us with your deposit to hold your spot.
Q. How can I pay for my tuition costs?
A. We ask that you come see the school, and at that time, we can discuss your payment options. Chic Studios accepts tuition payment in cash or certified checks/money orders, as well as direct deposit if requested. In the instance that you are unable to visit us until your first class date, we require you to mail your deposit in advance to hold your spot and once we have received payment, we will notify you of your course details. The remainder of your course fees, (photo shoot and/or makeup kit), are due on the first day of class.
Q. I have my own brushes, makeup or products. Do I still need to pay for a kit?
A. Due to sanitary concerns, we do not allow outside products into the school. However, you may bring your own makeup brushes.
