Imagine having fun while working! Imagine if making people look great is your "work"! Imagine a "job that lets loose your "creativity". And, what is even better, get paid for it, that too handsomely! Think we are kidding? Can't "make-up" your mind? Read on for more.
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| Welcome to the world of the Make-up Artist! |
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Make-up artists are very important people. They make people's "special" days, extra special! |
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With weddings being big business in India, you can consider specializing in bridal make-up. |
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You could also choose other assignments such as fashion shows, awards functions, designer launches, photo shoots for advertisements, make-up for the small screen artistes, movie stars, theatre etc. |
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An eye for good make-up, a deft hand, creativity and being artistic are the basic requirements. |
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A good course in bridal make-up from a reputed Institute |
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Keeping abreast with latest trends in make-up techniques and products. |
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Refreshing your expertise from time to time, through workshops or refresher courses. |
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Training a few assistants, so that you can concentrate on the finer points |
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Stocking fresh, quality make-up. |
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An "aptitude" for making up other faces |
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Unleash your creativity |
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You can work out of home / or at the client's premises if required. |
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Minimum overheads |
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You could end up working with celebrities, be they models, movie stars, designers etc |
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You can freelance and work flexible hours |
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You can charge per hour |
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Off on a holiday? You can simply say " No" to appointments if you so choose! |
| The Flipside |
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Work may not be consistent / regular |
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It may be seasonal eg. Wedding season |
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You cannot delegate it to others, since your clients come to you for your personal expertise. |
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Make sure you do not stock any stale or old make-up. Any skin problems the clients face, on account of stale make-up, can ring a death knell for your business! |
If you think you deserve to have the career of your dreams: this career is for you! Shouldn't take you long to "make-up" your mind! |
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