Diploma in Makeup for Media and Creative Arts Sheridan College (Ontario)

Learn creative techniques and management, sales and interpersonal skills for makeup and industry-related careers.

Learn from professors with experience in the industry

During this program, you'll work with experienced professors to learn:

• Make-up application techniques for film and television, runway, fashion and black and white/colour photography.
• Colour theory and application.
• Skin care and product knowledge.
• Marketing, advertising, business entrepreneurship and sales skills.

Hands-on classes

Learn to:

• Apply make-up to live models.
• Draw and render theatrical make-up.
• Apply special effects make-up from a specialized kit.
• Apply make-up at charity fashion shows, high schools, women's shelters and senior centres.

Guest speakers and field trips are also featured.

Practicum gives workplace experience

You'll undertake a 40-hour practicum during Year 2 of your make-up artist program. This practicum is driven by your areas of interest and can range from working in a photographer's studio or in live theatre to helping with make-up application for television.

Career Opportunities

Sheridan provides the well-rounded education employers want. Graduates of Sheridan’s two-year Makeup for Media and Creative Arts program are prepared for employment in a variety of areas.

Employment Areas

• Advertising and editorial make-up
• Film/television make-up
• Freelance artist
• Live theatre
• Photography studio
• Sales and marketing
• Wedding make-up

Learning Outcomes

The successful completion of this program will enable the graduate to:

• Assess the chemical composition of cosmetic products and recommend appropriate cosmetic treatments.
• Differentiate ingredients found in cosmetic products and identify their functions and effects.
• Identify and apply various make-up equipment and techniques used for professional application.
• Create a variety of make-up special effects to portray a theme or cater to the requirements of events.
• Apply relevant knowledge of anatomy, physiology, wellness, aging issues and skin disorders to the provision of specialized cosmetic application.
• Compare and contrast sales strategies and promotion techniques used in the cosmetic industry.
• Identify, analyze and apply colour relationships and theories in the application of cosmetics and products for diverse skin types.
• Develop business communication, promotion and marketing tools and materials for specific audiences in the cosmetic and toiletries industry sector.
• Apply business, legal and accounting principles effectively addressing the business needs of an organization.
• Analyze market needs and apply strategic growth principles.
• Identify the principles of organizational behaviour.
• Identify the ecological, ethical and environmental issues of the cosmetic industry.
• Analyze and apply customer relation principles as they relate to sales and marketing.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the ability to manipulate and style hair for a variety of on-set applications.
• Practice nail care techniques in the context of a makeup artistry setting.