Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance Jobs Pay in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA

Average Hourly Pay

$80.58
151.8%Above national average

Range: $76.74 – $84.41

Average Annual Pay

$167,600
151.8%Above national average

Range: $159,619 – $175,581

How much do Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance make?

Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:

Entry Level

0-2 years

Hourly Rate

$68.49/hr

Range: $65.23 – $71.75

Annual Rate

$142,460

Range: $135,676 $149,244

Mid level

3-5 years

Hourly Rate

$80.58/hr

Range: $76.74 – $84.41

Annual Rate

$167,600

Range: $159,619 $175,581

Senior level

6+ years

Hourly Rate

$92.67/hr

Range: $88.25 – $97.07

Annual Rate

$192,740

Range: $183,562 $201,918

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance job description

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance professionals create visual, written, or multimedia content for various purposes. They combine artistic talent with technical skills to produce compelling creative work.

Responsibilities
  • Develop creative concepts and designs
  • Collaborate with clients and teams
  • Use industry-standard software
  • Meet project deadlines
  • Present and revise work
  • Stay current with design trends
Skills
  • Creative design skills
  • Software proficiency
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
Qualifications
  • Degree in design or related field
  • Portfolio of work
  • Proficiency in creative software
  • Industry experience preferred