| Detail | For this role |
|---|---|
| Department | Hospitality |
| Level | Entry level |
| Reports to | Salon Manager |
| Direct reports | None |
| Experience | Fresher or up to 4 years |
Makeup Artist job description template
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Job title: Makeup Artist
Department: Hospitality
Reports to: Salon Manager
Location: [City], [office, branch or site]
About the role
A Makeup Artist creates looks for clients for weddings, events and everyday occasions. They understand the client's needs, apply makeup to suit the face, skin and occasion, and keep hygiene high. The role reports to the Salon Manager and is in demand for bridal and event work. A good Makeup Artist reads the client and the occasion, delivers a look the client loves, works to time under pressure and builds a following through skill and consistency, often through referrals and photos.
Key responsibilities
- Consult clients on the look they want for the occasion and their skin.
- Apply makeup for bridal, party, event and everyday looks to a high standard.
- Prepare and prime skin and choose products suited to the client and setting.
- Handle bridal and event makeup to time, often on location.
- Keep brushes, tools and products clean and sanitised between clients.
- Recommend and sell suitable makeup and skin products to clients.
- Manage bookings and timing so clients are ready on schedule.
- Handle client feedback and adjust the look until they are happy.
- Maintain a kit of products and flag what needs restocking.
- Build a client following through skill, referrals and portfolio work.
Requirements
- Certification in makeup or cosmetology
- Makeup portfolio and skills
- Bridal or event experience is an advantage
- Fresher or up to 4 years
KRAs and KPIs for a Makeup Artist
Key result areas for the appraisal form, each with a KPI you can measure every month or quarter.
| Key result area | How to measure it |
|---|---|
| Client satisfaction | Client satisfaction on makeup services held above the agreed score |
| Service revenue | Personal service and package revenue meets the monthly target |
| Bridal delivery | Bridal and event looks delivered on time for every booking |
| Retail sales | Product sales meet the personal monthly target |
| Hygiene | Tools and products kept sanitised with no hygiene lapse |
Skills and tools
Tools used day to day: Professional makeup kit, Brushes and applicators, Salon booking software, Retail product range, Sanitising supplies.
Reporting line and career path
Next roles: Senior Makeup Artist, Salon Manager, Freelance Makeup Artist
Interview questions for a Makeup Artist
- How do you decide a look for a bride on her wedding day?
- How do you match makeup to different skin tones and types?
- How do you work to time for a bridal booking on location?
- How do you keep your kit and tools hygienic?
- How do you handle a client unhappy with the look?
- How do you build a client following for makeup work?
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What does a Makeup Artist do?
A Makeup Artist creates looks for clients for weddings, events and everyday occasions. They consult clients, prepare skin, apply makeup to suit the face and occasion and keep hygiene high. They handle bridal and event work, sell products and build a following through skill, reporting to the Salon Manager.
What skills make a good bridal Makeup Artist?
A good bridal Makeup Artist reads the bride and the occasion, matches makeup to skin and lighting, and works calmly to time on the wedding morning. Long lasting application, hygiene, clear consultation and the ability to deliver a look the bride loves under pressure are essential.
What qualifications does a Makeup Artist need?
Most Makeup Artist roles ask for a certification in makeup or cosmetology with a portfolio and good application skills. Freshers with training are welcome. Bridal or event experience is an advantage, along with colour matching, hygiene and the creativity to deliver looks clients love.