Job requirements Make-up Artist - Motion Pictures, Broadcasting And Performing Arts in Alberta

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

• For most occupations in this unit group, completion of a college or university program in broadcasting, theatre arts or a related field and several years of experience in a related support or assisting occupation in motion pictures, broadcasting or the performing arts are required.
• Floor managers require a portfolio of work.
• Make-up artists working in motion pictures, broadcasting and the performing arts may require a training program.
• Creative ability, as demonstrated by a portfolio of work, is required for make-up artists.
• For gaffers, lighting technicians, key grips and other stage technicians, completion of a college program or other specialized training program in technical production for theatre is required.
• Membership in a related union may be required.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

If this occupation is regulated, you may need to get a professional license from a regulatory authority before you can start working. Licensing can be compulsory or voluntary, depending on the occupation.

• If the licence is compulsory, you must be certified before you can practise the occupation and use the professional designation.
• If the licence is voluntary, you don’t need to be certified to practise this occupation.

Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

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