FILM AND TV MAKE-UP DESIGN

The Higher Certificate in Film and TV Make-up Design develops & refines artistic and technical design skills to potential employees.

The Make-Up Artist is a highly skilled and creative individual who can only be satisfied once they have transformed the ordinary into the extraordinary. Make-up Artists work on feature films and on some commercials and pop promos or work for the chief make-up artist. Make-up and hair are key elements in the overall design of films or television productions, creating a look for the character’s in relation to social class, time periods, and any other elements required to create the desired illusion. Make-up Artists should be experienced in using a wide variety of professional make-up products. When graduating, you will have the ability to make-up people and meet production requirements. You will also work with facial hair, and may be required to affix any required small prosthetics. You will oversee make-up continuity on your performer(s) during the shoot, and remove products as required.