Media Make-Up Artistry (Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma)

This qualification covers a wide range of skills and knowledge to provide you with the specialist practical make-up skills which will prepare you to work independently in the media make-up industry. It builds on skills acquired during your Level 2 Make-up Artistry studies or equivalent.

On this course you will:

• Learn how to create historical hair and make-up looks
• Create and develop your own inspirational avant-garde looks
• Learn how to apply fashion and photographic make-up
• Explore the use of blogging platforms for promotions
• Develop an understanding of working in the film, TV and theatre industry
• Experiment with a range of media make-up and creative hair design
• Carry out Camouflage make-up
• Apply Body Art
• Develop skills in specialist Bridal Hair and Make-up techniques
• Explore the evolution of cosmetics and retail
• Creation of a look book and industry portfolio

You will be assessed by an externally set and marked exam and by a final practical synoptic assignment. You will produce a portfolio of creative work.

Choose this course if… you are progressing within the make-up industry and want to cover all of the advanced skills and knowledge needed to work as an employed or freelance make-up artist.

Progression and careers: Achievement of this qualification demonstrates to an employer that you have the necessary advanced technical skills to be employed as a media make-up artist and could lead to a career as a freelance film or TV make-up artist, make-up designer or product developer. Alternatively, you could progress onto the L3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Make-up Artistry or into higher education and a degree course within this subject area.

Standard entry requirements: Grade 4 in English Language. Plus, you must have successfully completed a Level 2 course in Make-up Artistry. Internal applicants will also need a reference from their former Tutor.

There are five fully equipped beauty salons and four hairdressing salons. A Learning Resource Centre is on each college site and media production facilities at the Centre for Creative Industries.

You need a personal theatrical make up kit and uniform. You are responsible for providing your own working resources and sundries.