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Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Makeup Course in Sheffield

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Duration156 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Fees apply if you're not eligible. Contact The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies for more info.

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About this course

Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Make Up Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Sheffield, daytime with flexible study to fit around you. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. This theatrical, special effects and media make up qualification is designed for people working toward a career as a make-up artist in theatre, film, television, fashion, and photographic industries. The course covers 156 hours of practical and technical training. Entry is via a Level 2 hair or beauty qualification and/or a skills test and interview.

Who this course is for

The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair and Media Make-up is a occupational qualification for learners seeking a career as an employed and/or self-employed theatrical media make-up artist working with performers to a high level of occupational ability, providing hair and make-up services in the media, theatre, performing arts, fashion and photographic industries. This qualification is one of two VTCT qualifications in theatrical hair and media make up. This qualification is larger than the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Fashion, Theatre and Media Hair and Make-up studies. Whilst both qualifications qualify learners to become professional Media make-up artist, this qualification requires learners to achieve more units and to develop a greater breadth of technical skills. Hence, this qualification is more suitable for learners who wish to focus the majority of their Study Programme on hair and media make-up. In contract, the VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Fashion, Theatre and Media Hair and make-up studies is more suited to learners who wish to undertake a Level 3 Technical level qualification alongside other smaller qualifications.

Entry requirements

Entry onto this qualification can be via previous attainment of a Level 2 hair or beauty qualification and/or a successful skills test and interview

What you will learn

  • You'll apply theatrical make-up for stage and live performance
  • You'll create special effects make-up including wounds, ageing, and prosthetics
  • You'll style and dress hair for media and performance contexts
  • You'll work with make-up for photographic and fashion shoots
  • You'll develop skills for working in film and television production
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and performers to plan looks
  • You'll practise working safely and hygienically with professional products and tools

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom at The White Rose School of Beauty Sheffield. Assessment is a mix of observed practical work and knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of your work throughout the course. Your tutor will assess your skills directly as you work, and written or verbal questioning may also be used to confirm your understanding.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Sheffield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Make-up artist, working in theatre, television, or film productions
  • Special effects make-up artist, creating prosthetics and character looks
  • Hair and make-up artist, supporting performers on set or stage
  • Fashion make-up artist, working on editorial and commercial shoots
  • Photographic make-up artist, preparing subjects for studio photography
  • Bridal and occasion make-up artist, working freelance or in a salon
  • Performing arts make-up technician, supporting touring productions

What you could study next

After completing this Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Make Up qualification, you could move into higher-level study in make-up artistry, prosthetics, or special effects. A Level 4 or higher qualification in make-up design or prosthetic effects can open doors to senior production roles. Some graduates also pursue business qualifications to support a self-employed career as a freelance make-up artist.

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