Makeup Artist (Fright Fest)
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Job overview
Six Flags Great Adventure is hiring a Makeup Artist (Fright Fest). The Makeup Artist (Fright Fest) transforms characters and performers according to their assigned area, creating up to 24 characters in a six-hour timeframe. This role involves applying airbrush makeup, foam latex, and silicone prosthetics, while maintaining sanitation and safety standards. The artist will also troubleshoot makeup application issues and assist with costuming and character transport.
Key focus areas include Ensure that characters and performers are transformed accurately to their area in assigned makeup, Create upwards of 24 characters in a 6 hour time frame, and Apply airbrush makeup, foam latex and silicone prosthetics to create characters.
Successful candidates bring Must Be 18+. Important skills include Take Direction, Work In Fast Paced Environment, Work Around Large Groups Of People, Perform Well Individually, Perform Well In Group Settings, and Airbrush Experience.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Full job description
Expected Start Date
07/27/2026
Compensation
$ - $17.50
Hours Per Week
37
Number Of Positions
5
Shift
Unspecified
Job Description
All applicants MUST attend an audition on one of the following dates:
July 25th, 26th- 2:15pm
August 1st- 2:15pm
Qualifications:
-Must be 18 years of age or older.
-Availability to work Thursday-Sunday ,including nights, weekends and holidays, from September through -November.
-Must be available for training prior to the start of the Fright Fest season.
-Airbrush experience preferred.
-Cosmetology/Beauty/SFX training/schooling preferred.
-Continued standing, walking, kneeling, and bending for up to 6 hours at a time with the ability to lift up to forty pounds.
-Ability to take direction while being able to work well in fast paced environment around large groups of people.
-Must perform well individually and in group settings.
-Please bring a portfolio of your previous work, if applicable.
Responsibilities:
-Ensure that characters and performers are transformed accurately to their area in assigned makeup.
-Create upwards of 24 characters in a 6 hour time frame.
-Apply airbrush makeup, foam latex and silicone prosthetics to create characters.
-Follow and maintain all sanitation and safety standards.
-Troubleshoot and fix issues involving makeup applications, touch ups, removals and airbrushes.
-Maintain proper airbrush care.
-Ensure work station and room is kept clean and organized.
-Assist in costuming characters properly according to area.
-Assist in character transport when needed.
-Perform daily audits to ensure character integrity.
-Other duties as assigned.
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
Makeup Artist (Fright Fest)
Job Type
Part Time
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