Level 3 Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Makeup Course in Barnsley
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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 Barnsley. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Barnsley, daytime with flexible study. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. This VTCT theatrical, special effects and media make up qualification trains you to work as a make-up artist across theatre, film, fashion, and photographic industries. You'll develop skills in hair and make-up to a high occupational standard. Entry is via a Level 2 hair or beauty qualification and/or a skills test and interview. The course runs for 156 hours.
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 looks including ageing, injury simulation, and character work.
You'll style and dress hair for media, theatre, and photographic contexts.
You'll develop make-up techniques for film, television, and fashion shoots.
You'll work with performers and production teams to deliver a brief.
You'll manage your kit, products, and hygiene standards to a professional level.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom, working on models and building a portfolio of your work. Assessment is through practical observations, written assignments, and portfolio evidence. You'll be assessed against the VTCT standards for each unit, covering both technical skills and underpinning knowledge. Your tutor will observe you working and sign off competencies as you progress through the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Barnsley will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Make-up artist, working in theatre, film, or television productions.
Special effects make-up artist, creating character and prosthetic looks.
Fashion and editorial make-up artist, working on photographic shoots.
Bridal and occasion make-up artist, working freelance or in salons.
Hair and make-up artist, covering both disciplines on set or stage.
Performing arts make-up technician, supporting touring or repertory companies.
What you could study next
Level 4 or higher specialist qualifications in prosthetics or advanced special effects make-up, for those wanting to deepen technical skills.
A degree or Higher National Diploma in Make-Up Artistry or Performing Arts, available at some universities and colleges.
Self-employment and business skills training, useful if you plan to work freelance as a theatrical or media make-up artist.
