{"id":31707,"date":"2018-09-19T08:00:30","date_gmt":"2018-09-19T12:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=31707"},"modified":"2018-09-19T08:00:30","modified_gmt":"2018-09-19T12:00:30","slug":"how-to-become-a-makeup-artist-in-a-small-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2018\/09\/how-to-become-a-makeup-artist-in-a-small-town","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Makeup Artist in a Small Town"},"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 css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628265076066{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]We&#8217;re going to bust a myth for you. It\u2019s <em>totally<\/em> possible to become a professional makeup artist in a small town. You don\u2019t have to move to a big city to pursue your dreams \u2013 despite what the stereotypes tell you![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628265120915{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]Freelancing is the best option for small-town MUAs. You\u2019ll work on a client-to-client basis, and although it doesn\u2019t <em>sound<\/em> like steady work, it can be! Once you establish yourself with a list of loyal clients, you&#8217;ll have a thriving makeup business in no time![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<h4>Here&#8217;s how to become a successful makeup artist in a small town!<\/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 css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628265261234{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\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\/2018\/09\/how-to-become-a-makeup-artist-in-a-small-town\/#Know_Your_Market\" >Know Your Market<\/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\/2018\/09\/how-to-become-a-makeup-artist-in-a-small-town\/#Know_Your_Competition\" >Know Your Competition<\/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\/2018\/09\/how-to-become-a-makeup-artist-in-a-small-town\/#Know_What_You_Can_Offer_Start_Offering\" >Know What You Can Offer (&amp; Start Offering!)<\/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\/2018\/09\/how-to-become-a-makeup-artist-in-a-small-town\/#Looking_for_proof_that_being_a_successful_MUA_is_possible_in_a_small_town_Learn_about_QC_Graduate_Brittney_Sladky\" >Looking for proof that being a successful MUA is possible in a small town? Learn about QC Graduate Brittney Sladky!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_Your_Market\"><\/span>Know Your Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628265265418{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Knowing your market means considering a number of factors. Ask yourself these questions before diving into a career in makeup artistry\u2026[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-angle-right\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Who is your target client?\u00a0Consider the demographics of your town. Would you be working with high schoolers to do prom and formal looks? Or young adults for their wedding day? These are things you need to know!<\/li>\n \t<li>What types of looks are popular in your town? Once you know who your target clients are, you should be able to figure this one out! In small towns, you\u2019ll find yourself doing weddings, proms, and other formal looks most often.<\/li>\n \t<li>Which seasons are the busiest?\u00a0Depending on where you\u2019re located, your income may ebb and flow with the seasons. In locations with cold winters, for example, most of your business will likely be in the summer months!<\/li>\n \t<li>Is there a demand for makeup artists?\u00a0This is perhaps the most important consideration. There aren\u2019t going to be any clients for you to work with if there isn\u2019t a demand! Some small-town MUAs consider opening up their business radius to other surrounding towns. If there\u2019s limited demand in your immediate area, find other small towns where there\u00a0<em>is<\/em>\u00a0a demand for professional MUAs!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/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 css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628265281371{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_Your_Competition\"><\/span>Know Your Competition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628265289457{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If you want to compete in your local industry, you need to know what the competition\u2019s like. Here are some points to consider\u2026[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-angle-right\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n \t<li>Determine how much experience they have. Who are the other established makeup artists in your town, and how long have they been around?<\/li>\n \t<li>Look into the services they offer. Dig through online reviews of the best MUAs in your area. Learn about all the a-la-carte services they offer along with their packages. How are they pricing them?<\/li>\n \t<li>How can you set yourself apart and stand out?\u00a0Maybe you\u2019re trained in airbrush makeup or\u00a0<a href=\"\/2018\/08\/why-you-should-take-a-makeup-artist-class-in-global-beauty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">global beauty<\/a>. Offering clients what your competition can\u2019t or (just isn\u2019t) going to will set you apart.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text]<em>Remember:<\/em> Your market and clientele won\u2019t be static. Just like beauty trends, clients and their makeup preferences will always change. The most important thing you can do for yourself and your business is to stay on top of the trends. Know what\u2019s coming and be able to give your clients exactly what they want.[\/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 css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628265389781{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_What_You_Can_Offer_Start_Offering\"><\/span>Know What You Can Offer (&amp; Start Offering!)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628265794465{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Now that you understand your potential clientele and know what you can offer \u2013 start booking these new services! Here\u2019s where to focus to get your business up-and-running (and to keep it that way)\u2026[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270198226{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3>Marketing<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270162929{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Marketing is the way to get your name out there! Even in a small town, marketing is still critical to your career as a freelance MUA! It doesn\u2019t have to be pricey! There are plenty of\u00a0<a href=\"\/2016\/10\/5-cheap-marketing-tips-boost-makeup-artistry-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cheap marketing tools<\/a>\u00a0that\u2019ll serve you well once you get familiar with them.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270167881{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]A quick and easy marketing technique is to build your social media presence! Having a\u00a0<a href=\"\/2018\/08\/will-having-an-online-portfolio-help-you-find-makeup-artist-jobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">website or online portfolio<\/a>\u00a0is a no-brainer for any MUA. But social media is a great way to get people on your website and communicate with clients. Start an Instagram account, a professional Facebook page, and maybe even a LinkedIn. Most social media networks have built-in analytic tools to help you track data like who is interested in your work, for example.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270192585{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3>Connections<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270150122{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Build those connections! This includes anyone from beauty brands and stores to clients. A key part in becoming a makeup artist in a small town will be earning loyal clients. When you don\u2019t have a large and loyal following right at the start, you\u2019ll want to keep clients coming back.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270155114{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Consider offering referral discounts. When a client refers someone to you, they will get a percentage off their next look. You can also experiment with promotions and sales to draw in new clients. Just be sure\u00a0<a href=\"\/2017\/04\/8-business-blunders-professional-makeup-artists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">not to give discounts forever<\/a>. Know your worth![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Starting a career as a makeup artist in any town or city can be daunting. With\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2018\/05\/a-makeup-certificate-the-different-types-and-what-theyre-good-for\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">professional training<\/a>\u00a0and some helpful tips like the ones above, you\u2019ll be set to start a successful career![\/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;][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<h4>Do you have any tips for aspiring small-town MUAs? 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