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Free Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Makeup Course in Haringey

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Make Up Course in Haringey. Classes run at Capital City College Tottenham Campus, full-time on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the day. This theatrical, special effects and media make up qualification covers airbrush techniques, prosthetics, camouflage make-up, postiche, and media make-up for live productions. You'll attend an assessment session before starting to confirm the course is the right fit. The course runs for 36 weeks.

Who this course is for

If you have an artistic streak and dream of working in the fashion, photography, theatre, TV or cosmetics industry, then this course will develop the skills you need to succeed.

This course is ideal if you're seeking a career as an employed or self-employed theatrical special effects make-up artist, providing hair and make-up services in the media, theatre, performing arts, fashion and photographic industries.

In this course, you will learn all the skills needed to set you on the right path in media makeup. Designing and creating characters, you will cast and mould your very own special effects make-up pieces and use them in collaboration with live media and theatre productions.

Entry requirements

A good level of EnglishA keen interest in hair and make-upYou will need to attend an assessment session to see if the course is suitable for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll design and create characters using special effects make-up techniques.
  • You'll cast and mould prosthetic pieces and bald caps, then apply them to clients.
  • You'll provide airbrush make-up services and learn to maintain airbrush equipment.
  • You'll apply camouflage make-up for a range of client needs.
  • You'll style and fit postiche (hairpieces and wigs).
  • You'll work in collaboration with live media and theatre productions.
  • You'll develop media make-up skills for photography, TV, and performing arts contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in the classroom, working on real techniques including prosthetic casting, airbrush application, and character design. Assessment is practical and skills-based, reflecting the working methods of the media and theatre industries. You'll attend an assessment session before the course begins so the team can confirm the level is right for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Capital City College Tottenham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Make-up artist for TV and film productions
  • Theatrical make-up artist for stage and performing arts
  • Special effects make-up artist working with prosthetics
  • Fashion and editorial make-up artist for photographic shoots
  • Bridal and occasion make-up artist, employed or self-employed
  • Salon-based make-up and hair specialist
  • Cosmetics industry make-up consultant

What you could study next

  • Level 4 or higher specialist qualifications in prosthetics or special effects make-up, for those wanting to work at a more advanced technical level in film or TV.
  • A degree or Higher National Diploma in Make-Up Artistry or Theatrical Design, offered by many arts and performance colleges, for those aiming at senior creative roles.
  • Self-employment and portfolio development, building on the theatrical, special effects and media make up classes you've completed to work freelance across fashion, theatre, and media.
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