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

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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 Chesterfield. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield, daytime, with flexible study to fit around you. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees vary depending on your circumstances. Over 156 hours, you'll develop professional skills in theatrical, special effects and hair and media make-up, working to the standard expected in theatre, film, television, fashion and photographic industries. 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 techniques for stage and performance work.
  • You'll create special effects make-up, including prosthetics and character looks.
  • You'll style and dress hair for media, theatre and photographic productions.
  • You'll work with performers to deliver hair and make-up to a professional standard.
  • You'll adapt your work to suit different media environments, from live theatre to photography.
  • You'll manage your kit, materials and time to meet production schedules.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom at The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield. Assessment for the VTCT Level 3 Diploma combines observed practical work and knowledge-based tasks. You'll be assessed on your ability to perform techniques to occupational standards, covering both employed and self-employed working contexts.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Theatrical make-up artist. Working with performers in theatre and live events.
  • Media make-up artist. Applying make-up for television, film and video production.
  • Special effects make-up artist. Creating prosthetics and character looks for screen and stage.
  • Fashion and editorial make-up artist. Working on photographic shoots and fashion shows.
  • Bridal and occasion make-up artist. Freelance work for weddings and events.
  • Hair and make-up supervisor. Leading a team on a production set.

What you could study next

You could progress to a Level 4 or higher qualification in make-up artistry or media production. Some practitioners go on to study film and television production at degree level, where specialist make-up skills are a strong asset. If you plan to work freelance, a business skills qualification at Level 3 can help you manage clients and finances with confidence.

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