Makeup & Special Effects Artist

We are hiring a Makeup & Special Effects Artist to deliver high-quality makeup, prosthetics, and special effects looks for film, television, and live event productions. This is a creative and technically demanding role that requires equal parts artistry and precision to bring characters and concepts to life.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio spanning beauty, character, and SFX makeup, and the professionalism and adaptability to thrive in fast-paced production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply beauty, editorial, character, prosthetic, and special effects makeup for film, TV, commercial, and live event productions

• Collaborate with directors, costume designers, and production teams during pre-production to develop character looks and SFX concepts

• Create and maintain detailed continuity records and makeup bibles for multi-day productions

• Source and manage makeup kit supplies and SFX materials within production budget parameters

• Perform skin preparation, color matching, aging techniques, injury simulation, and creature makeup as required by scripts

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary makeup station compliant with set safety and health standards

• Mentor junior makeup artists and set PAs on techniques and on-set best practices

Requirements

• California Cosmetology or Esthetician license (or equivalent)

• 4+ years of professional makeup artistry experience, including SFX or character work

• Strong portfolio demonstrating range across beauty, editorial, prosthetic, and special effects looks

• Familiarity with a broad range of products, materials, and application techniques

• Ability to work long hours, weekends, and irregular production schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training in prosthetics fabrication or advanced SFX techniques

• IATSE union membership or eligibility

• Experience on union film or television productions