{"id":21207,"date":"2017-08-10T07:00:13","date_gmt":"2017-08-10T11:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=21207"},"modified":"2017-08-10T07:00:13","modified_gmt":"2017-08-10T11:00:13","slug":"become-freelance-makeup-artist-step-step-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/become-freelance-makeup-artist-step-step-guide","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Freelance Makeup Artist: A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]<em>Updated 2024<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221;][vc_column_text]If you\u2019re pursuing a career in makeup artistry, you\u2019ve very likely considered freelancing (of course you have!). Becoming a freelance makeup artist is highly desirable \u2013 you can set your own hours and pay rate, choose your clients, and build a fabulous brand that you can be proud of. What\u2019s not to love?[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]But everyone who\u2019s earned their makeup certification is in the same boat as you. Actually landing those <a href=\"\/2019\/02\/how-to-get-freelance-makeup-artist-jobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">freelance makeup artistry jobs<\/a>\u00a0is hard when everyone\u2019s fighting for work.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>Don\u2019t worry \u2013 we\u2019ve put together a step-by-step guide to becoming a freelance makeup artist!<\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Full Width Line&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;1&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;accent-color&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;75&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 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\/08\/become-freelance-makeup-artist-step-step-guide\/#1_Learn_How_to_do_Makeup_Properly\" >1. Learn How to do Makeup Properly<\/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\/08\/become-freelance-makeup-artist-step-step-guide\/#2_Reflect_on_your_Services_and_Makeup_Skills\" >2. Reflect on your Services and Makeup Skills<\/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\/08\/become-freelance-makeup-artist-step-step-guide\/#3_Build_a_Professional_Freelance_Makeup_Kit\" >3. Build a Professional Freelance Makeup Kit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/become-freelance-makeup-artist-step-step-guide\/#4_Set_Boundaries_for_Your_Makeup_Business\" >4. Set Boundaries for Your Makeup Business<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/become-freelance-makeup-artist-step-step-guide\/#5_Be_Assertive\" >5. Be Assertive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/become-freelance-makeup-artist-step-step-guide\/#6_Stay_Current_with_Makeup_Trends_and_Keep_Learning\" >6. Stay Current with Makeup Trends and Keep Learning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Learn_How_to_do_Makeup_Properly\"><\/span>1. Learn How to do Makeup Properly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1722545321048{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-[2px]\" dir=\"ltr\">Freelance makeup artists seriously benefit from professional training. It both enhances their skills and boosts their credibility in a competitive industry. Attending a reputable institution like QC Makeup Academy equips artists with the latest techniques, trends, and essential knowledge about skin types and products, ensuring they deliver exceptional results to clients. Professional training also offers invaluable networking opportunities and insights into the business side of makeup artistry, enabling freelancers to market themselves effectively and attract a broader clientele.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-body font-regular leading-[24px] pt-[9px] pb-[2px]\" dir=\"ltr\">In a field where artistry can profoundly impact personal confidence and self-expression, investing in professional education is crucial for those looking to elevate their craft and stand out in the ever-evolving beauty landscape.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][nectar_cta btn_style=&#8221;see-through&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;h4&#8243; text_color=&#8221;#ff0069&#8243; button_color=&#8221;default&#8221; link_type=&#8221;regular&#8221; alignment=&#8221;left&#8221; display=&#8221;block&#8221; link_text=&#8221;Get Started With A Free Course Catalog!&#8221; url=&#8221;\/catalog-learn-makeup-online\/&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Reflect_on_your_Services_and_Makeup_Skills\"><\/span>2. Reflect on your Services and Makeup Skills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1631209074515{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]The key to reflection is being honest with yourself. When you\u2019ve just graduated from makeup school, you\u2019ve probably got a decent skill set that\u2019s work-ready. But you\u2019ve still got a ways to go before you can call yourself a master in the industry. Ask yourself these questions: What are you good at? What are you not good at? Where can you improve? What\u2019s one thing you can offer that other makeup artists in your area can\u2019t?[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;55377&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1722548563764{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3>In addition to practical skills, you\u2019ll also need the following things to succeed:<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>1. Organizational Skills<\/h4>\nThese are huge when it comes to managing your time, keeping track of your clients, and ensuring you\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2018\/08\/how-to-price-yourself-as-a-freelance-makeup-artist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">turn a profit in freelance jobs<\/a>. Think about it \u2013 if you can\u2019t keep a proper schedule of your appointments, you could end up being late, or missing them altogether! This will affect your reputation as a makeup artist, and you\u2019ll lose clients in the process. And if you can\u2019t\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2018\/06\/a-professional-makeup-artists-guide-to-budgeting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">keep an organized budget<\/a>, how will you know if you\u2019re actually making money? What if you\u2019re undercharging for your makeup services or overspending in other areas? Being your own boss sounds like a dream, but it takes an extremely organized individual to be fully responsible for themselves, their business, and their clients.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>2. Work Ethic<\/h4>\nHaving a strong work ethic is an essential aspect of freelance makeup artistry that isn\u2019t mentioned enough! Any business owner must work hard. But in the makeup industry, you\u2019ll need to work even harder. Prepare to really hustle as you build a name for yourself. You\u2019ll need to master the art of\u00a0networking and\u00a0<a href=\"\/2016\/10\/5-cheap-marketing-tips-boost-makeup-artistry-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">marketing<\/a>\u00a0so you can gain important\u00a0experience and grow your client list. The good news is, if you\u2019re passionate about your career, this will be a labor of love and a journey you\u2019ll enjoy. Be honest with yourself about the work involved \u2013 your current lifestyle will change and your freelance makeup jobs will become the priority, so know what you\u2019re getting yourself into.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>3. Tech Knowledge<\/h4>\nYou don\u2019t need to be totally tech-savvy to become a makeup artist, but you certainly need to be comfortable with\u00a0<a href=\"\/2017\/04\/social-media-freelance-makeup-artist\/\">social media<\/a>\u00a0and online culture. If you don\u2019t already have a strong presence on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, create accounts as soon as you can. The same goes for a professional website\u2014this is the central hub where all your marketing will point to. It\u2019s where people will look first to find out your story and book their appointments.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4>4. Professional Makeup Artistry Portfolio<\/h4>\nEvery reputable makeup artist needs a standalone\u00a0<a href=\"\/2017\/06\/instagram-new-makeup-artists-portfolio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">makeup portfolio (that\u2019s\u00a0<em>not<\/em>\u00a0on Instagram<\/a>)! Invest in a\u00a0<a href=\"\/2018\/12\/5-things-you-need-to-take-amazing-makeup-portfolio-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">good camera or arrange a shoot<\/a> with others. Fashion stylists,\u00a0 hairstylists, photographers, and set designers who are also in the early stages of their careers may be willing to trade their skills for professional photos.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Build_a_Professional_Freelance_Makeup_Kit\"><\/span>3. Build a Professional Freelance Makeup Kit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1723488549889{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]A makeup artist kit is a professional MUA\u2019s most prized possession. As a result, it can be a huge source of stress for newly certified makeup artists who know how much of an investment these products can be. Those color palettes and skincare products are certainly not cheap![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1723488557144{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Luckily, there are many ways to build your kit on a budget, with many products that can be purchased at the drugstore rather than at your local Sephora. The plus side of being thrifty while building your kit? You\u2019ll gain invaluable experience with a variety of different products, and will develop a sense of which ones to splurge on and where to save![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1722616795704{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Taking a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/online-makeup-courses\/master-makeup-artistry\/#kit\">makeup certification course<\/a> can teach you how to build the perfect makeup kit. This means learning about freelance makeup kit essentials, what to buy, and where to buy it. You would also learn how to build a kit based on your niche and clientele. 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Most schools don\u2019t include a kit in their tuition, but places like QC Makeup Academy do!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Set_Boundaries_for_Your_Makeup_Business\"><\/span>4. 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Burnout is real, and you must take the necessary steps to avoid it!<\/h4>\n <\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Be_Assertive\"><\/span>5. 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This means putting yourself out there by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2015\/07\/how-to-find-makeup-models\/\">reaching out to\u00a0models and photographers<\/a> who are looking for a makeup artist, approaching event and wedding venues, wedding planners, hair salons, etc. Never underestimate the power of industry connections![\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1722614057937{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h4>2. Maintain an Online Presence<\/h4>\nHaving an online presence will increase the visibility of your makeup business to potential clients. And if you\u2019re looking to network with other professionals, you\u2019ll show them that you\u2019re not just sitting around! Schedule an hour or two each day to add new photos to your website and social media accounts, chat with potential clients, and <a href=\"\/2017\/06\/get-dream-job-networking-makeup-artists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">network online<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1722614228626{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h4>3. Get Referrals from Clients<\/h4>\nWord-of-mouth is a key element to beginning a successful career in makeup. A happy client will tell their friends about you or share a review on your Facebook page. Be sure to have business cards ready so those happy clients can pass along your information, and encourage them to follow you on social media. These kinds of referrals can seriously impact your career as a makeup artist, and quickly! 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