{"id":44875,"date":"2020-11-05T10:13:29","date_gmt":"2020-11-05T15:13:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/?p=44875"},"modified":"2020-11-05T10:13:29","modified_gmt":"2020-11-05T15:13:29","slug":"makeup-artist-salary-5-mistakes-thatll-decrease-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcmakeupacademy.com\/blog\/2020\/11\/makeup-artist-salary-5-mistakes-thatll-decrease-it","title":{"rendered":"5 Mistakes That\u2019ll Decrease 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_1630347248539{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<em>Charlotte is the proud owner of her very own hair and makeup business, <a href=\"https:\/\/adatewithcharlotte.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Date With Charlotte<\/a>. From bridal to editorial, to film and television, and everything in-between \u2013 Charlotte\u2019s extensive makeup training allows her to provide a wide variety of services that cater to ALL types of clientele!<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630347279915{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<em>Her extensive resume includes working for Prada, L\u2019Oreal, and even the cast of the hit show, Glee! A developer of educational programs, Charlotte has even been awarded Best Makeup Educator of the Year by the Australian Industry Makeup Awards.<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]\n<h4>Want to know 5 common mistakes that can decrease your makeup artist&#8217;s salary? Professional MUA, <a href=\"\/2020\/08\/industry-spotlight-charlotte-ravet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Charlotte Ravet<\/a>, is here to tell you!<\/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;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;44880&#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][\/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; 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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_1630346747015{padding-bottom: 30px !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\/2020\/11\/makeup-artist-salary-5-mistakes-thatll-decrease-it\/#Do_makeup_artists_make_good_money\" >Do makeup artists make good money?<\/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\/2020\/11\/makeup-artist-salary-5-mistakes-thatll-decrease-it\/#5_Mistakes_That_Can_Decrease_Your_Makeup_Artist_Salary\" >5 Mistakes That Can Decrease Your Makeup Artist Salary<\/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\/2020\/11\/makeup-artist-salary-5-mistakes-thatll-decrease-it\/#Food_for_Thought_Increase_Your_Makeup_Artist_Salary_By_Diversifying_Yourself\" >Food for Thought: Increase Your Makeup Artist Salary By Diversifying Yourself!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_makeup_artists_make_good_money\"><\/span>Do makeup artists <a href=\"\/2020\/01\/which-makeup-jobs-have-the-highest-salary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">make good money<\/a>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346651704{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Understandably, this is one of the first questions that might come to mind when thinking about undertaking makeup training. Without ample research, pinning down the makeup artist&#8217;s salary can be a bit tricky. The good news is, it&#8217;s absolutely possible to earn a sustainable income with makeup as your primary career![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346847272{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Admittedly, when I first started studying makeup, I was a bit worried about the money I could earn. Living in capital cities is very expensive, and with the cost of products and education, I was conscious that I needed to make good money quickly.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346759735{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]However, within two years, I was earning <em>more<\/em> than my friends who had a Master&#8217;s degree![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346770358{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Let\u2019s be realistic: earning proper money exclusively as a freelance MUA can take a bit of time. After all, you&#8217;ll need to <a href=\"\/2020\/08\/life-before-social-media-how-makeup-artists-used-to-network\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">build your network<\/a> first and gain hands-on experience. But there are plenty of work opportunities which shouldn\u2019t be ignored![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346780495{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Doing a part-time job for a brand while building your freelancing business is an excellent option. Weddings and photoshoots are definitely well-paid, too. But to avoid <em>decreasing<\/em> your makeup artist salary, there are a few mistakes you&#8217;ll want to avoid.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Let&#8217;s take a look at 5 of them![\/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=\"5_Mistakes_That_Can_Decrease_Your_Makeup_Artist_Salary\"><\/span>5 Mistakes That Can Decrease Your Makeup Artist Salary<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]\n<h3>Time is Money!<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346868089{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]This definitely applies when it comes to makeup. If you are charging your client per face, imagine the difference you could earn by doing makeup on <em>three<\/em> clients instead of just one![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346877862{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]It\u2019s okay to take your time when you just start. In fact, it&#8217;s recommended that you never rush. This way, you can provide the best service possible. But after a few years, you should be able to work faster and deliver the same high-quality results in a shorter timeframe.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The best way to achieve this? Remember to <a href=\"\/2020\/03\/how-to-get-the-most-of-your-online-makeup-training-while-socially-distancing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">stay focused<\/a>! Put a routine in place that will help you strengthen your time-management skills. Before you know it, you&#8217;ll increase your number of clients &#8211; which means a better makeup artist salary overall![\/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;44881&#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<h3>Over-Pricing or Under-Pricing<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346899630{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<a href=\"\/2017\/09\/much-charge-makeup-artistry-jobs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Establishing your rates<\/a> can be a challenge at first. If you charge too <em>much<\/em>, you might lose some bookings. But if you don\u2019t charge <em>enough<\/em>, you won&#8217;t get the money back on your investment (i.e. your products and time).[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346911061{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]So, how should you set your prices? The answer is to charge what you are worth![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346926460{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Doing a bit of research in your area is probably a good idea. Depending on your location and experience, the prices might vary. Don&#8217;t be afraid to ask others with more experience for the advice! There are plenty of Facebook groups where you can ask for advice on how to set up your pricing. (QC Makeup Academy&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/QCMakeupAcademyVirtualClassroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Virtual Classroom<\/a> is an excellent example!)[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346936445{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]In the long run, it&#8217;s better to be a bit patient and get the bookings you deserve. Starting on the lower end and working your way up can prove to be a great strategy. However, setting your prices on the higher side is also not a bad thing &#8211; so long as your work is worth the price![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Personally, I&#8217;ve noticed that my regular and most easygoing clients are often the ones who are <em>not<\/em> discussing prices. The right clients will <a href=\"\/2020\/01\/paid-in-exposure-how-to-scam-a-makeup-artist-into-working-for-free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">understand the cost and value<\/a> of a professional makeup service.[\/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<h3>Neglecting the Importance of Proper Training<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]Before you go investing money into <em>marketing<\/em> your makeup services, you should first make sure you&#8217;re providing a service that lives up to the standards you are promoting.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;44882&#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]But they&#8217;ll only benefit your makeup artist&#8217;s salary in the grand scheme of things![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346981909{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If you&#8217;re just starting out in this industry, the best advice I can give would be to keep training and practicing your craft, obtain a professional certification, and then invest in marketing and business education on top of that. Yes, you&#8217;ll need to put money into these endeavors.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346971973{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]So, invest in makeup training to boost your skill-set to the highest level. The right courses will ensure to provide you with ample business training as well. For example, QC Makeup Academy&#8217;s courses come with an optional <a href=\"\/2020\/03\/why-a-business-class-is-essential-to-your-makeup-career-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Business Unit<\/a> that I strongly recommend taking advantage of.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630346961141{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Remember: while word-of-mouth <em>is<\/em> an excellent way to get booked (at no cost to you), you&#8217;ll need to be great at what you do in order for others to start recommending you. We&#8217;ve said it before, and we&#8217;ll say it again: the single most effective way to become a true expert is by getting professional training![\/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<h3>Not Investing in Your Makeup Kit<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630347002733{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Your makeup kit and <a href=\"\/2020\/05\/products-tools-you-absolutely-need-in-your-professional-makeup-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the products you use<\/a> are the first things your clients will be looking at. You could be absolutely brilliant as a makeup artist &#8211; but providing services with <em>only<\/em> drugstore makeup products will drastically decrease your makeup artist salary.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]While there are definitely <a href=\"\/2020\/10\/makeup-artist-kit-5-budget-friendly-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">budget-friendly items<\/a> you can afford to save money on, there are also products you should be willing to invest a little more into. 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If you want to charge more for your services and boost your makeup artist&#8217;s salary, you will need to justify your prices to your clients.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Providing great service is definitely one way to do this &#8211; but this includes investing in your kit and working with professional, high-end cosmetics brands.[\/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<h3>Only Working\u00a0<em>In\u00a0<\/em>Your Business, and Not\u00a0<em>On\u00a0<\/em>Your Business<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text]All of this will help you better determine your service fee to clients, and add to your makeup artist salary in the long run![\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630347087086{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]Focusing one to two days per week towards this behind-the-scenes stuff is realistic. As much as we love providing makeup services, you can&#8217;t have a successful career based on this alone. Building your profile, creating a newsletter, maintaining a <a href=\"\/2017\/04\/social-media-freelance-makeup-artist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">social media presence<\/a>, and keeping records of your accounts and taxes are also things you need to factor into your business.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630347061750{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]If your goal is to have your own business, then you&#8217;ll be required to spend time doing some administrative work. After all, it takes strategy and hard work to get noticed. From there, business smarts and <a href=\"\/2015\/05\/small-business-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">marketing knowledge<\/a> are also needed to keep you in contact with current clients, while also introducing your services to potential future clients.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630347046388{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]What does that mean? Well, as all makeup artists will tell you, applying makeup is only part of the job. You&#8217;ll also need to <a href=\"\/2020\/07\/3-ways-to-retain-long-term-clients-for-your-makeup-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">market yourself to current<\/a> and future clients, stay on top of invoicing, and constantly prepare and maintain your products.[\/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=\"Food_for_Thought_Increase_Your_Makeup_Artist_Salary_By_Diversifying_Yourself\"><\/span>Food for Thought: Increase Your Makeup Artist Salary By Diversifying Yourself!<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_1630347115772{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]With the skills you possess as a makeup artist, there are <a href=\"\/2017\/08\/6-high-paying-makeup-careers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a <em>thousand<\/em> jobs<\/a> you can do. Even if you dream about a career in editorial makeup, don\u2019t ignore the opportunity to earn some money at the start of your career in other areas as well. For instance, weddings are a very lucrative industry that will give you the possibility to choose when you want to work or not.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Weddings can also be very creative. You will quickly realize that you can expand your network significantly with the clients you meet on the job. One happy bride can spread the word and share your details with lots of her friends! 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In the 15 years that I&#8217;ve been doing makeup professionally, I&#8217;ve never found myself out of work. I have always made good money. I&#8217;ve worked for various industries &#8211; from fashion and TV, to education.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1630347136460{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]What&#8217;s fantastic about doing makeup is the fact that when one job is over, another opportunity always comes along! Every day is different. I remember when I chose this career, some of my friends and family were worried that I might not earn a good makeup artist salary. 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