{"id":19830,"date":"2017-06-14T07:00:46","date_gmt":"2017-06-14T11:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=19830"},"modified":"2017-06-14T07:00:46","modified_gmt":"2017-06-14T11:00:46","slug":"become-makeup-artist-chicago","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/become-makeup-artist-chicago","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Makeup Artist in Chicago"},"content":{"rendered":"Ever thought of moving to the beautifully diverse city of Chicago? Well, now would be the time! It\u2019s a fantastic place to start your makeup career. There are plenty of unique industries ready to teach you new skills, and a vast market of potential clients.\n\nNo matter what industry you\u2019re looking to specialize in, follow along on our trip to Chicago and see if this is where you need to be!\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/become-makeup-artist-chicago\/#Where_to_Work_in_Chicago\" >Where to Work in Chicago<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/become-makeup-artist-chicago\/#Chicago_Makeup_Artists_to_Follow\" >Chicago Makeup Artists to Follow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/become-makeup-artist-chicago\/#An_Makeup_Artists_Salary_in_Chicago\" >An Makeup Artist\u2019s Salary in Chicago<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Work_in_Chicago\"><\/span>Where to Work in Chicago<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> Wicker Park\n<strong>Preferred Makeup Jobs:<\/strong> Theatrical makeup artists, performance makeup artists\n<strong>Preferred Makeup Style:<\/strong> Evening, special occasion, stage makeup\n\nIn the northern area of the Windy City, you can expect to find a lavish dining and entertainment experience for a night on the town. For makeup artists, this is the area you want to patrol if you\u2019re looking to break into theatre and stage makeup! Whether you\u2019re working at one of the big theatre companies or freelancing for musicians, there are plenty of events to keep you busy.\n\nWorking in Wicker Park will give you the opportunity to freelance, work with clients for a big date night, or get hired by a performer coming to town. You\u2019ll certainly be able to taste the diversity the Chicago makeup industry has to offer!\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Chicago-Beauty-Districts.jpg\" alt=\"Makeup careers in the city\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19835\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Chicago-Beauty-Districts.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Chicago-Beauty-Districts-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\n<strong>\nLocation: <\/strong>Magnificent Mile\n<strong>Preferred Makeup Jobs:<\/strong> Beauty counter makeup artists, salon makeup artists\n<strong>Preferred Makeup Style:<\/strong> Daytime, high-end makeup\n\nFor a makeup artist looking to inch her way into the Chicago beauty scene, the Magnificent Mile might seem daunting. But there are so many opportunities for makeup artists in this thriving downtown neighborhood that you can\u2019t pass up the chance! This area is loaded with shopping malls, so it\u2019s a great place to start your makeup career with a cosmetic company. Sephora and M.A.C. Cosmetics are, of course, in the vicinity!\n\nPlus, Magnificent Mile has a plethora of salons and spas that you can work your way into. Most salons offer makeup services to their clients, and the looks they go for can range from everyday natural to full glam makeup! This is definitely the place to expand your techniques and styles.\n<strong>\nLocation:<\/strong> South Shore\n<strong>Preferred Makeup Jobs:<\/strong> Bridal makeup artists, performance makeup artists\n<strong>Preferred Makeup Style:<\/strong> Bridal, stage makeup\n\nWorking in South Shore will make you feel presidential \u2013 literally! This is the spot where Barack and Michelle Obama were married, and it\u2019s no wonder why it\u2019s such a hot spot for weddings. From the beach to the beautiful architecture and venues, this is every Chicago bride\u2019s dream. \n\nMore than this, you can take your shot at landing a high-profile job with one of the performance centers. There\u2019s both a cultural center and an opera company that host performances, which you know they\u2019ll want the best makeup for!\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Bridal-Makeup-Techniques.jpg\" alt=\"Bridal makeup artist in Chicago\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Bridal-Makeup-Techniques.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Bridal-Makeup-Techniques-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\n<strong>\nLocation:<\/strong> Boystown\n<strong>Preferred Makeup Jobs:<\/strong> Theatrical makeup artists\n<strong>Preferred Makeup Style:<\/strong> Drag makeup, glamour makeup\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for an energetic new place to work, head to the always bustling Boystown! Known for its welcoming neighborhood and lively nightlife, you won\u2019t be disappointed by the makeup jobs available. Freelancing in Boystown means you\u2019ll get to practice working on different faces and creating new looks, including male makeup and drag makeup looks. Plus, you get to delve into the nightlife industry! Catch some clients who are heading onstage to perform and you\u2019ll be sure to get some great recommendations for your looks.\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chicago_Makeup_Artists_to_Follow\"><\/span>Chicago Makeup Artists to Follow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Paula Heckenast<\/h3>\nPaula Heckenast has worked on countless celebrity faces, including that of Stan Lee and Tom Felton. And it\u2019s clear why Paula\u2019s a top choice! Her makeup applications are clean, yet creative. From her editorial work to her flawless bridal clients, this is one makeup artist you can\u2019t NOT follow.\n\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.paulaheckenast.com\/portfolio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check out her portfolio<\/a> and get inspired by her success!\n\n<h3>Shannon O\u2019Brien<\/h3>\nAspiring to work with celebrities? Take some pointers from Shannon O\u2019Brien\u2019s career \u2013 she\u2019s worked on the gorgeous faces of Sophia Bush and Meghan Markle, <em>and <\/em>has dipped her toes into a range of fashion work. Shannon\u2019s classic looks are what make her stand out. Her makeup applications don\u2019t stray too far from the norm, but there\u2019s a personality behind them that makes you do a double take!\n\nView <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/shannicat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">her Instagram profile<\/a> to get a peek into her daily life.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Makeup-artists-in-Chicago.jpg\" alt=\"Applying celebrity makeup\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Makeup-artists-in-Chicago.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Makeup-artists-in-Chicago-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\n<h3>Sonia Roselli<\/h3>\nIf you want to break into the bridal makeup industry in Chicago, you\u2019ll need to be up-to-date on Sonia\u2019s work. As a renowned bridal makeup artist, Sonia brings every bride\u2019s dream to life. From timeless elegance to modern and sleek, Sonia builds a look that compliments her bride as much as it does the wedding!\n\nKeep track of the bridal beauty world <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/soniarosellibeauty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">by following her on Instagram<\/a>!\n\n<h3>Jenny Patinkin<\/h3>\nA great inspiration for celebrity and editorial makeup artists is Jenny Patinkin\u2019s gorgeous portfolio. She\u2019s created countless makeup looks for the cover of Splash Magazine, and has worked on editorial campaigns for various companies. Her looks are always elegant, giving her clients a notable rosy glow on a flawless complexion.\n\nThere\u2019s more than meets the eye <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jennypatinkin.com\/portfolio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">when it comes to Jenny\u2019s work<\/a> \u2013 less truly is more!\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"An_Makeup_Artists_Salary_in_Chicago\"><\/span>An Makeup Artist\u2019s Salary in Chicago<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\nDepending on where you choose to work in Chicago, your makeup artist salary will likely be in the range of $35,000. The average for a freelance makeup artist is just over $33k, where an employed artist is about $36.5k. This is a pretty high range, considering how competitive the market can get!\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Celebrity-makeup-techniques.jpg\" alt=\"Celebrity makeup artist on set\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19838\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Celebrity-makeup-techniques.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Celebrity-makeup-techniques-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/>\n\nIn order to boost your salary, test out a few different niches to expand your makeup services. Work your way up and practice so you can start landing high-end clients in the ritzy areas of Chicago. Attracting bridal clients is a great way to get recommendations anywhere \u2013 but with Chicago\u2019s gorgeous parks and views of the water, you\u2019ll want to capitalize on this bridal epicenter to build your name!\n\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>Are you ready to make the move? Find out how you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2016\/04\/start-makeup-career-new-york-anywhere\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">become a makeup artist anywhere in the world<\/a>!<\/h3><\/i>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Learn how to kick off your makeup career right in the thriving city of Chicago!","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":19834,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[418],"class_list":{"0":"post-19830","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-your-makeup-career"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to Become a Makeup Artist in Chicago - QC Makeup Academy<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dreaming of moving to the Windy City but don&#039;t know what to expect? 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