{"id":41584,"date":"2020-05-08T10:46:25","date_gmt":"2020-05-08T14:46:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=41584"},"modified":"2020-05-08T10:46:25","modified_gmt":"2020-05-08T14:46:25","slug":"how-stylized-photoshoots-can-increase-your-makeup-artist-salary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/05\/how-stylized-photoshoots-can-increase-your-makeup-artist-salary","title":{"rendered":"How Stylized Photoshoots Can Increase Your Makeup Artist Salary"},"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;][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_1628270958824{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]We\u2019ll let you in on a neat little secret: if you\u2019re looking for ways to boost your makeup artist salary <em>and<\/em> bring in more clients for your business, you should consider taking part in <a href=\"\/2016\/01\/building-your-makeup-artist-portfolio-participating-in-a-styled-shoot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stylized photoshoots<\/a>![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270967952{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]In short, a stylized shoot is exactly as the name implies: a photoshoot that\u2019s styled. Often, there are props involved, sets, outfits, models, and a team of fellow industry professionals working alongside you. In a lot of cases (though not always), the work is unpaid. Typically, all those involved will trade services and they all end up with portfolio-ready images!.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270971705{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\u201cBut wait,\u201d I bet you\u2019re thinking, \u201chow can an <em>unpaid<\/em> gig help my business make more money?\u201d[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270976631{padding-top: 15px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h4>That\u2019s a fair question. Luckily, we\u2019ve got the answer! You\u2019ll have to keep reading to find out what it is\u2026<\/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;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41589&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#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;][\/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; 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custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270844859{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Of course, part of doing that also requires you to grow your makeup <a href=\"\/2020\/04\/avoid-these-4-rookie-mistakes-in-your-makeup-portfolio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">portfolio<\/a>. You\u2019ll find that most clients will want to see examples of your work before deciding to hire you. But if you need a portfolio to help book clients, but <em>also<\/em> need clients in order to build a portfolio \u2013 how exactly is that supposed to work?[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270839580{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]When you\u2019re first starting your professional <a href=\"\/your-makeup-career\/job-description-of-a-makeup-artist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MUA career<\/a>, you\u2019re likely not going to be booking a bevy of clients right away. After all, it takes time to get your name out there and build your reputation.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270848859{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]It may mean that you\u2019ll need to offer complementary services, at least in the beginning. For instance, you can do makeup on a friend or family member, in exchange for them being your model. This is always a solid option![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270854667{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]An even <em>better <\/em>one, though, is to get involved in a stylized shoot. Why? For starters, you\u2019ll have a professional photographer who can supply you with top-notch images for your portfolio! As part of a stylized photo shoot, it\u2019s common practice for the makeup artist to exchange her free services for a copy of the photos that come from the shoot.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]High-quality pictures are one of the most important aspects of any MUA\u2019s <a href=\"\/2017\/08\/5-looks-every-makeup-artist-portfolio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">professional portfolio<\/a>. So, getting them at no charge? Score![\/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;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41590&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#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;][\/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<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stylized_Photoshoots_Can_Add_More_Variety_to_Your_Portfolio\"><\/span>Stylized Photoshoots Can Add More Variety to Your Portfolio<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_1628270540267{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Do you have a knack for <a href=\"\/online-makeup-courses\/special-fx-makeup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">SFX makeup<\/a>, and wish to showcase it a bit in your portfolio? Organize a Special FX-themed stylized shoot![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270621608{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Is your niche <a href=\"\/2017\/02\/online-makeup-artist-certification-bridal-makeup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bridal makeup<\/a>, and do you want your portfolio to have a model that <em>actually <\/em>looks like she\u2019s attending her wedding day? Put together a stylized shoot with that vision in mind![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270672324{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Because a stylized shoot is creating the final image from the ground up, you can tailor it to reflect any style, theme, or element that you want! If you\u2019re not the one planning the shoot, you may not be able to dictate every little detail. But you\u2019ll certainly be able to still share your ideas with everyone else involved, and work most of them in![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270712193{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]When your makeup portfolio <a href=\"\/2018\/12\/5-things-you-need-to-take-amazing-makeup-portfolio-photos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">demonstrates variety<\/a>, it\u2019s telling potential clients that you have a wide skill-set. It\u2019ll say to them: <em>Look at all these different makeup looks I can offer you! <\/em>Not only does this make you look even more like a professional, it opens you up to more people who are likely to want to book with you.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]These are all factors that are guaranteed to help boost your makeup artist salary![\/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<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stylized_Photoshoots_Help_Grow_Your_Network\"><\/span>Stylized Photoshoots Help Grow Your Network<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]A major benefit to stylized shoots is that you get introduced to all sorts of other professionals within the beauty industry. If that weren\u2019t cool enough, then you get to work alongside them! In a job like this, who you know can sometimes be just as useful as what you know.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;41591&#8243; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#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_1628270521362{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]But how can <a href=\"\/2017\/06\/get-dream-job-networking-makeup-artists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">your network<\/a> help your MUA business earn more money?[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270516475{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Well, the longer you know someone and have developed a professional relationship with them, the more likely you\u2019ll be to recommend them to clients. Likewise, they can do the same for you! Word of mouth is a very powerful asset, especially in the beauty industry.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270511450{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If a client is pointed in your direction by someone they trust, odds are pretty good that they\u2019ll check out your business \u2013 at the very least. This can lead to even more paying clients wanting to work with you![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]And hey, even if they <em>don\u2019t<\/em> always wind up booking with you, you\u2019re still going to get more exposure, which is never a bad thing! 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As part of your journey, you\u2019ll be eager to learn as much as you can, continue your training, and further your education.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270374688{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]You\u2019re an artist, and all artists know one very critical thing: there will <em>always <\/em>be room to keep getting better![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1628270989917{padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]Stylized photoshoots give you real-world opportunities to refine your expertise in new and challenging ways. 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