Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Makeup Course in Manchester
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Duration156 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
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.
Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Make Up Course in Manchester. Classes run at White Rose School of Beauty Manchester, daytime with flexible attendance. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. This is a VTCT theatrical, special effects and media make up qualification for people working toward a career as a make-up artist in theatre, film, television, fashion, or photography. The course covers hair and make-up services to a high occupational standard and runs over 156 hours. Entry is typically via a Level 2 hair or beauty qualification, 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 and special effects make-up techniques for stage and screen.
You'll create hair and make-up looks for media, fashion, and photographic contexts.
You'll work with performers to deliver make-up services to a professional standard.
You'll develop skills in prosthetics, ageing, and character make-up effects.
You'll practise period and fantasy styling for theatre and performing arts productions.
You'll build the technical knowledge to work as an employed or self-employed make-up artist.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom at White Rose School of Beauty Manchester. Assessment is based on your practical performance and the quality of work you produce. You may also complete written or knowledge-based tasks to demonstrate your understanding of techniques and industry standards. The flexible daytime timetable is designed to fit around your availability.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. White Rose School of Beauty Manchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Make-up artist. Work in theatre, TV, film, or fashion.
Special effects make-up artist. Create prosthetics and character looks for productions.
Hair and make-up artist. Work on photographic shoots and media projects.
Bridal and fashion make-up artist. Freelance work across events and editorial.
Performing arts make-up technician. Support productions in theatre and opera.
Session stylist. Work with photographers, stylists, and creative directors.
What you could study next
Level 4 or higher qualifications in make-up artistry or media production, for those wanting to move into senior or specialist roles.
A teaching qualification such as a Level 3 Award in Education and Training, if you want to teach make-up skills.
Business and self-employment training, useful if you plan to work freelance as a make-up artist.
