Special Effects Makeup Artist Career

*A job as a Special Effects Makeup Artist falls under the broader career category of Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance : Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.


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Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performanc Career

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