{"id":22236,"date":"2017-10-16T07:00:53","date_gmt":"2017-10-16T11:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=22236"},"modified":"2017-10-16T07:00:53","modified_gmt":"2017-10-16T11:00:53","slug":"changing-makeup-careers-from-beauty-counter-to-bridal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2017\/10\/changing-makeup-careers-from-beauty-counter-to-bridal","title":{"rendered":"Changing Makeup Careers: From Beauty Counter to Bridal"},"content":{"rendered":"No matter what profession you\u2019re in, changing careers can be tough. Some of the initial hurdles you worked hard to overcome are back again, and you may find yourself having to start from the ground up. But it doesn\u2019t mean all that blood, sweat, and tears you had already put in are for naught! I mean, you\u2019re not going from working as a server to working as a neurosurgeon\u2026there are some transferable skills between working at the counter and being a freelance makeup artist. What you have to do is identify what you can take from your old career and bring with you as you move forward into uncharted waters!<p><\/p>\n\nMaking any sort of career change takes guts, but it\u2019s not just a leap of faith. You have to make sure that you\u2019re not only educated in the field you want to make a name for yourself in, but also have the technical and soft skills to back yourself up. Think you\u2019ve got what it takes? Keep reading to find out how to change makeup careers from beauty counter to bridal makeup artist!\n<p><\/p>\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\/10\/changing-makeup-careers-from-beauty-counter-to-bridal\/#Amount_of_time_spent_actually_doing_makeup_differs\" >Amount of time spent actually doing makeup differs<\/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\/10\/changing-makeup-careers-from-beauty-counter-to-bridal\/#What_kind_of_bridal_makeup_do_you_wish_to_do\" >What kind of bridal makeup do you wish to do?<\/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\/10\/changing-makeup-careers-from-beauty-counter-to-bridal\/#Make_good_use_of_your_time_behind_the_counter\" >Make good use of your time behind the counter<\/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\/10\/changing-makeup-careers-from-beauty-counter-to-bridal\/#Learn_how_to_schedule_and_prioritize\" >Learn how to schedule and prioritize<\/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\/10\/changing-makeup-careers-from-beauty-counter-to-bridal\/#Build_a_strong_portfolio\" >Build a strong portfolio<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amount_of_time_spent_actually_doing_makeup_differs\"><\/span>Amount of time spent actually doing makeup differs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><\/p>\n\nThere are many obvious differences between working behind a counter and working as a freelancer for bridal makeup. Besides the different schedules (and mandatory dress code!), the most obvious difference is how much time you actually devote to doing makeup! \n<p><\/p>\n\nWhen you work at a beauty counter in the mall, your number one goal is to meet sales targets. You\u2019ll spend only a fraction of your time on the floor actually applying makeup, as that part of the job is a sales and marketing technique to sell the brand\u2019s products. Some companies prefer you to have more leading experience in sales and customer service before makeup artistry, and others prioritize product knowledge and practical makeup skills. All of these skills are necessary in the freelancing world, but you aren\u2019t selling products when you\u2019re working in bridal makeup\u2014you\u2019re selling your skills and services to make the bride-to-be feel radiant on her special day! \n<p><\/p>\n\nYou may want to consider taking makeup classes or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2017\/02\/online-makeup-artist-certification-bridal-makeup\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">getting a certification<\/a> to refine your skills before you start offering pricy bridal makeup services. Often your attitude transition will require you to rejig your priorities and get used to selling yourself and letting your work speak for itself! \n<p><\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kind_of_bridal_makeup_do_you_wish_to_do\"><\/span>What kind of bridal makeup do you wish to do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><\/p>\n\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty1.jpg\" alt=\"makeup artist classes\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty1.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><p><\/p>\n\nConsider the different techniques you\u2019ll have to bring to the table. Maybe you\u2019re super confident in your brush and sponge application skills and want to delve into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/online-makeup-courses\/airbrush-makeup-workshop\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">airbrush makeup<\/a> &#8212; while regular makeup application is still going strong in the bridal makeup world, airbrush makeup is accruing a large and loyal following!<p><\/p>\n\nAirbrush makeup feels feather-light on the face and provides clients with a truly luxurious experience while achieving a flawless HD complexion that lasts all day. It is worth looking into if you are serious about doing bridal makeup full-time, but make sure that you round out your skills with manual application as well. Practice working with your hand\/sponge\/brush to reasonably duplicate the airbrushed effect without the fancy machinery just in case your bride prefers traditional application.<p><\/p>\n\nAlternatively, maybe you prefer to expand your client base by tackling South Asian bridal makeup. This type of bridal look marries culture with aesthetic. Traditionally, these bridal looks are heavy and caked on, but with western influences, current South Asian bridal trends tend to be more natural when it comes to the face instead of the traditional mask-like appearance. It certainly isn\u2019t boring though! Think thick black lashes and dramatic lips &#8211; -they\u2019ll always be bold in our books!\n<p><\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_good_use_of_your_time_behind_the_counter\"><\/span>Make good use of your time behind the counter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><\/p>\nBridal makeup is different than what you may be used to doing behind the cosmetics counter. Often, the makeup looks you\u2019ll be creating in the shops will be basic applications to allow the customer to see what the product will look like. Bridal makeup, on the other hand, is a whole other beast! You should, however, make use of your previous positions and counter experience to prep you for your dream job!<p><\/p>\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty2.jpg\" alt=\"makeup school online\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22244\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty2.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><p><\/p>\n\nStart doing more special occasion makeup behind the counter. You can request to book full-makeup appointments to build your skills in the meantime. More practice equals more credibility after all! <p><\/p>\n\nIf a customer likes what you do, they may even request or refer you to do actual bridal makeup! Remember, you have to consider the wedding dress, the flowers in the bouquet, and the bride\u2019s jewelry in addition to her skin tone, skin condition, eye and hair color. You\u2019ll find yourself adjusting your techniques for photography as well so you\u2019ll have to make sure the makeup looks good to the naked eye and to the camera lens! Often you\u2019ll have to go a bit heavier on the blush, light on the bronzer, and color correct every part of the bride\u2019s face in order to create a flawless complexion. Make sure you get your practice in so your transition between careers is a smooth as can be.\n<p><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_how_to_schedule_and_prioritize\"><\/span>Learn how to schedule and prioritize<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><\/p>\n\nTransitioning from a job behind the cosmetics counter to becoming a self-employed freelancer means you must leave behind that stable day-by-day work schedule! Instead of having regular shifts, you\u2019ll have to get used to setting your own schedule and working long hours that may eat into your personal time. It\u2019s important to know your own habits and speed when it comes to makeup appointments. <p><\/p>\n\nBecause you\u2019ll likely be setting up your own business and becoming your own boss, you\u2019ll also have to make time for the \u201cboring\u201d business stuff that goes beyond shopping for your makeup kit! You\u2019ll have some overhead to manage, and the time you\u2019ll need for that doesn\u2019t come from nowhere! Dedicate time to polishing up your portfolio, setting up appointments, managing your social media sites, and budgeting your expenses. These aspects of business take time\u2014you really don\u2019t want to make any mistakes in your accounting\u2014so don\u2019t bite off more than you can chew, especially at the beginning!<p><\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Build_a_strong_portfolio\"><\/span>Build a strong portfolio<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p><\/p>\n\nNo, this isn\u2019t about only having a banging Instagram profile! You should build your own dedicated website to show off your best makeup looks on both yourself and your models. <p><\/p>\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty3.jpg\" alt=\"makeup artist certification\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty3.jpg 672w, https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/beauty3-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><p><\/p>\n\nMany free sites are available that allow you to showcase your talents. While you are boosting your Instagram profiles by posting your experiments with the latest trends, you should also get in a couple professional shoots to amp up your professional profile. Try reaching out to up-and-coming photographers and models who are all willing to work pro-bono in order to mutually benefit one another.<p><\/p>\n\nPhysical prints of your work don\u2019t have to be 11x14s in a huge professional portfolio. As long as you have any prints in a photo album, it shows you\u2019re proud of your work and makes you stand out! If you can\u2019t afford to print photos or don\u2019t have a camera, you can even do face charts for some looks you\u2019ve done. <p><\/p>\n\n<h3 align=\"center\"><i>Got your business off the ground but are having trouble staying afloat? Check out this article by QC instructor Nathan Johnson for his tips on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2016\/09\/makeup-artists-heres-stay-competive\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">staying competitive in the business!<\/a><\/h3><\/i>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Find out if you&#8217;ve got what it takes to make the change from beauty counter to bridal makeup artist with our guide, and don&#8217;t be afraid to take the leap!","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":22242,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[433],"class_list":{"0":"post-22236","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>Changing Makeup Careers: From Beauty Counter to Bridal - 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