Job description
Join Lumina Beauty Collective, a premier makeup artistry studio in the heart of Los Angeles. We partner with fashion brands, celebrities, and high-profile events to create flawless looks that photograph beautifully and endure long shoots. We are seeking a Senior Makeup Artist who combines technical excellence with creative vision and outstanding client care.
As a key member of our artistic team, you will deliver customized makeup artistry for bridal, editorial, and on-set assignments, mentor junior artists, and contribute to our growing content library.
Responsibility
- Provide makeup artistry services for weddings, events, editorial shoots, and on-camera appearances, ensuring flawless, camera-ready looks that photograph beautifully.
- Consult with clients to determine desired looks and select suitable products and techniques for diverse skin tones and features.
- Apply makeup for weddings, events, photoshoots, and on-set productions with attention to longevity, color balance, and lighting considerations.
- Maintain strict sanitation and hygiene standards, cleaning brushes/tools and sanitizing workstation between clients.
- Collaborate with photographers, stylists, and wardrobe teams to achieve cohesive, magazine-quality results.
- Manage appointment flow and client experience, delivering professionalism and a premium service feel.
- Mentor and support junior artists, sharing techniques and product knowledge to elevate the entire team.
- Create and contribute to social media content and portfolio updates featuring signature looks.
Qualification
- 5+ years of professional makeup artistry experience with a proven portfolio across bridal, editorial, and fashion looks.
- Strong proficiency in complexion work, contouring, color theory, and skincare for diverse skin tones.
- Cosmetology or formal makeup artistry training; certification preferred.
- Experience with multiple makeup product lines and tools, including airbrush systems and lash application.
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills; ability to translate client vision into a finished look.
- Ability to work under pressure on set and events; flexible scheduling including weekends/evenings.
- Hygiene, sanitation, and safety practices with attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel for shoots or events as required.