Make-up artist
The work of a make-up artist includes doing make-ups and masks, as well as doing and styling hairstyles and wigs. Make-up artists work in theatres, television and film productions, photography and fashion shows, for example. The profession requires manual skills, artistic vision and knowledge of styles from different eras.
As entrepreneurs and freelancers, as well as in theatres, film and television companies, as well as in fashion and media companies.
Make-up artists are required to have manual skills, artistic vision, good colour-eye and precision. Make-up products and techniques must also be well mastered. The work of a make-up artist requires knowledge of different periods and styles, as well as continuous monitoring of trends. Good common knowledge is an advantage in the profession.
The profession requires sociability and teamwork skills. Make-up artists must be able to reconcile their views with those of the theatre production staff, for example. Make-up artists must also be able to react quickly and flexibly to different situations. One must succeed also in a hurry.
The work of a make-up artist is done standing. Night and weekend work is also possible, which sets its own challenges.
Training for make-up artists is provided by private training companies and vocational institutions. In vocational institutions in upper secondary education and training, you can complete a Vocational Qualification in Hair and Beauty Care. Once competence has accumulated, a Further Vocational Qualification in Presentation and Theatre Technology and a Specialist Vocational Qualification in Hair and Beauty Care can be completed. You can also complete qualifications through an apprenticeship.
Median salary
2338 €/mo
The data is based on the median income, meaning the amount of salary which is the middle of the salary amounts arranged in order of magnitude.
Source: Statistics Finland's structural statistics on wages and salaries