{"id":39373,"date":"2019-11-29T07:00:40","date_gmt":"2019-11-29T12:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=39373"},"modified":"2019-11-29T07:00:40","modified_gmt":"2019-11-29T12:00:40","slug":"4-unexpected-downsides-to-being-a-makeup-artist-and-how-you-can-minimize-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/4-unexpected-downsides-to-being-a-makeup-artist-and-how-you-can-minimize-them","title":{"rendered":"4 Unexpected Downsides to Being a Makeup Artist, and How You Can Minimize Them"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]Everyone often talks about the endless creativity and wonders of working in the world of makeup, but rarely will you see anything that speaks of the downsides. Like everything else, makeup artistry <em>does<\/em> have its cons &#8211; and knowing which negatives to expect will have you prepared to meet and deal with them.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h3>Read on to find out more about unexpected downsides to being a makeup artist.<\/h3>\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;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;39417&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\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\/2019\/11\/4-unexpected-downsides-to-being-a-makeup-artist-and-how-you-can-minimize-them\/#1_It_takes_time_to_build_a_client_base\" >1. It takes time to build a client base.<\/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\/2019\/11\/4-unexpected-downsides-to-being-a-makeup-artist-and-how-you-can-minimize-them\/#2_It_is_a_competitive_industry\" >2. It is a competitive industry.<\/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\/2019\/11\/4-unexpected-downsides-to-being-a-makeup-artist-and-how-you-can-minimize-them\/#3_The_business_side\" >3. The business side.<\/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\/2019\/11\/4-unexpected-downsides-to-being-a-makeup-artist-and-how-you-can-minimize-them\/#Still_unsure_what_other_highs_and_lows_you_can_expect_as_a_professional_MUA_This_pros_and_cons_list_will_help_paint_an_even_bigger_picture\" >Still unsure what other highs and lows you can expect as a professional MUA? This pros and cons list will help paint an even bigger picture!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_It_takes_time_to_build_a_client_base\"><\/span>1. It takes time to build a client base.<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]No one starts in any business with a line of clients out the door. There can be a window of time between getting your education and earning consistent income.\n<h3>Here are my 3 tips on how to build a client base and earn money:<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 1. Network while you are learning.<\/strong><\/h4>\nContact every bridal salon, hair salon, party planner, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">wedding planner<\/a>, photographer, and anyone else with a business that directly connects to the clients you want to work with. Share your talent and vision with them, establish relationships and, with some time and care, you\u2019ll be the first person they recommend.\n<h4><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 2. Contact local high schools, hair salons, etc., and inquire about doing inexpensive makeup demos and lessons.<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery week, you can teach a variety of classic techniques or trends that will appeal to a wide audience. Charging as little as $5 makes it affordable for everyone, and even if as few as 10 people come, you\u2019ll still make $50 for the hour. Plus, you\u2019ll meet new people who will recognize you as an artist and educator.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;39418&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 3. Use social media.<\/strong><\/h4>\nBeautiful images of your work and thoughtful uses of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/makeup-theory-creating-balance-webinar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Facebook Live<\/a> can really help to build an audience. With proper tagging, you can build an audience looking to hire someone with your skill and talent. Beautiful images will catch a potential customer\u2019s eye, but when she sees examples of your work done <em>live<\/em> (even with aspects of it sped up to save time), she will see that you have diverse skills and that you do not rely on filters or retouching.\n\nBecause makeup is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2016\/03\/career-profile-the-freelance-makeup-artist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">freelance career<\/a>, you are responsible for your income, so using the above tips can help you bridge the gap faster.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_It_is_a_competitive_industry\"><\/span>2. It is a competitive industry.<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]The fastest way to stand out in a competitive industry is to be skilled and to have a point of view.\n<h3>3 tips to rise above the competition:<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 1. A solid education.<\/strong><\/h4>\nTo be a master makeup artist, you must understand all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/online-makeup-courses\/master-makeup-artistry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fundamental techniques<\/a> and know how to change, shift, and transform them to meet the needs of your clients and the looks you are aiming to create.\n\nBeing a copy artist (one who recycles variations of generic YouTube artistry) makes you little more than an imitator; one of but thousands of others. To be a great artist, know the classical techniques and be able to apply them with precision and symmetry.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;39419&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 2. Never work from habit.<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhen you understand the fundamentals of makeup, you will apply every stroke with choice and reason, creating a look that is tailored to your client\u2019s desires and structural needs. When you watch too many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/2018\/06\/why-youtube-tutorials-arent-the-same-as-makeup-classes-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">how-to videos<\/a> instead of technique videos, the habit of copying will undoubtedly take over, causing you to work from habit and not to create something new and fresh.\n\nAs you work, ask yourself <em>why<\/em> you are choosing one technique over another. This will allow you to build unique looks for your client and not knock off those you\u2019ve seen before. Habit is the killer of creativity.\n<h4><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 3. Early Morning\/Late Night Jobs.<\/strong><\/h4>\nNothing is worse than a super early morning or a super late night, but when you have your own business, that can be par for the course. Commit with maximum effort &#8211; regardless of the time &#8211; and your clients will always know, without a doubt, that your results will parallel your great work ethic.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;39420&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><em><strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> to be prepared for hideous hours. <\/em><\/h4>\n<h4><em>Schedule your sleep. Keep a solid schedule and adjust accordingly so you can get your recommended eight hours. Film and TV jobs, brides, and editorials are a few of the jobs that can have tough hours, so scheduling your sleep will keep you well rested and ready to do your best work.<\/em><\/h4>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_The_business_side\"><\/span>3. The business side.<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]Not all creatives like handling the business side of their careers. But for self-employed individuals, it\u2019s mandatory. Schedules do not keep themselves, and the tax fairy will not descend to rescue you when tax time rolls around.\n<h3>2 tips to keep your business in order:<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 1. Keep a calendar.<\/strong><\/h4>\nDouble booking, improperly scheduling, and missing appointments\/meetings are some of the most unprofessional &#8211; and reputation destroying &#8211; things we can do. A well-kept schedule will make that impossible.\n\nThere are many great software options, with some already available for free on many computers and phones, but a paper version works just as well. Just be sure to keep a second digital version in case your paper version gets misplaced.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;39421&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#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; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h4><strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 2. Hire an accountant\u2014<\/strong>and keep your receipts.<\/h4>\nAccountants are really the way to go, since they know all about the deductions you are allowed to claim: from research, supplies, continuing education, and even the portion of your home that is your studio and workspace.\n\nYour accountant will tell you exactly what can be deducted, so you\u2019ll need to keep careful records of your receipts. Keep everything in order and your tax season will be painless and, because of proper accounting, perhaps rewarding.\n\nLike any other career, makeup has its highs and lows. If you are prepared, you can make the highs higher and the lows, not as low. 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