New Zealand Certificate in Makeup Artistry (Level 4)
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
Whitireia & WelTec
Master techniques in fashion, runway, editorial, special effects, and character makeup artistry, with business and client skills, to launch your career in beauty and creative industries.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Master diverse makeup and hair techniques
Graduate able to apply advanced fashion, editorial, character, ageing, male, special effects, and body painting techniques, as well as hairstyling and wig application.
Develop client and business skills
Gain skills in professional client consultation, customer service, and business practices relevant to the beauty sector.
Create a professional portfolio
Produce a comprehensive portfolio showcasing specialist skills for future employment or further study in the makeup industry.
What You're Signing Up For
This one-year NZQA Level 4 certificate prepares students with advanced skills in fashion, runway, editorial, and special effects makeup, as well as hairstyling and body art. Students learn to consult with clients, develop a professional portfolio, and practice professionalism and customer service, while also exploring business fundamentals and industry collaboration. The program features industry-relevant project opportunities and pathways to creative roles in film, TV, and stage.
Course Content
- Day makeup, fashion makeup, runway makeup and accompanying hair-styling techniques
- Editorial/photographic makeup and styling
- Character/period makeup and styling
- Special effects makeup and body painting
- Character and aging makeup and hair applications
- Male makeup
- Wig and prosthetic application, facial hair trimming and application
- Portfolio development
- Business skills, practice professionalism and customer service
- Internship opportunity (e.g. World of WearableArt™ Awards show)
What you need to know first
New Zealand Certificate in Makeup and Skin Care (Introduction) (Level 3)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Beauty
Fashion
Film and Television
Stage Production
Future employment opportunities might be
Makeup artist
Makeup counter salesperson