Makeup artists are responsible for consulting with clients and creating custom looks based on their specifications, determining which materials and colors are the most suitable, and having knowledge of different color palettes and design styles, among other duties. Ability to alter appearances and tell visual stories with makeup and hair. Strong understanding of technical makeup artist skills, such as the creative use of shading, blending, and building to achieve a finished look. Ability to work independently and with others. Great communication and leadership skills. As a make-up artist, your work will involve creating images and characters through the medium of make-up, hairstyles and prosthetics according to a brief. You'll interpret the make-up requirements of clients to produce both a creative and technically accurate visual representation.