Registered Migration Australia

MAKE UP ARTIST

ANZSCO 399514 - Registered Migration Australia




Description

A make up artist designs and applies make up to actors, presenters and other performing artists. In Australia a make up artist is a Skill Level 3 occupation.

  

 

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Group: 3995 Performing Arts Technicians

 

 

 

 

 

Job Description - Registered Migration Australia

 

A makeup artist in Australia provides technical and other assistance for the production, recording and broadcasting of artistic performances.

 

 

Tasks

  • operating microwave equipment to transmit video information to transmitter sites and receiving video signals from remote locations
  • maintaining and repairing radio and television transmitters and associated equipment
  • selecting and attaching equipment to cameras, positioning cameras, and following the action of scenes being photographed while adjusting controls
  • positioning equipment, such as spotlights, floodlights and cables, and operating lights during filming, broadcasting and stage performances
  • applying and retouching make up during shooting and performance, including special effects make up such as scars and wounds
  • designing and making musical instruments and instrument parts using specially selected materials and techniques similar to those used in cabinetmaking, metal pipe making, silver smithing and wood carving, and tuning and repairing musical instruments
  • setting up and adjusting equipment such as microphones, and operating sound mixing consoles and associated equipment to regulate volume and sound quality
  • selecting and setting up television recording, editing and mixing equipment, and adjusting and monitoring their operation

 

 

Skill Level

Most occupations in the make-up artist unit group (Group 2995) have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. 

 

In Australia: 
AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) 

In New Zealand: 
NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) 

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

 

 

Occupations within the Make up Artist Group

 

 

Note: Whilst a similar occupation may appear in the make up artist group if not specifically listed in the STSOL or MLTSSL the ANZSCO description should be used for reference purposes only.

 

English Requirement

 

  • IELTS result with a minimum score of 6 (L, R, W), 7 in speaking and 7 overall;
  • OET result with a minimum grade B in all sections;
  • TOEFL iBT with a minimum score (L:12 R:13 W:21 S:23 overall L93);
  • PTE Academic with a minimum score of 50 (L, R, W), 65 in speaking and 65 overall

Exceptions

  • Australian Graduate exceptions apply in some states/territories
  • Priority Skilled Lists may apply a specific requirement in some states/territories
  • Countries exempt from submitting IELTS or OET include the UK; Canada; New Zealand; US; and Ireland

 

Where mandatory licensing or registration is required you must demonstrate a level of English either sufficient to meet licensing / registration or a minimum IELTS, or equivalent, whichever is higher.

 

 

Assessment Authority

 

  • Make Up Artist is currently assessed with TRA (Trades Recognition Australia); more info regarding assessment bodies.

 

Average Income

The average salary for a Make Up Artist in Australia is $ 50,758 for male employees and $ 54,515 for female employees per year. Average Age: Males: 37.3 Females: 35.0 Persons: 36.8

Source: www.abs.gov.au (Group 3995) Performing arts technicians - Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia, May 2016

 

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