Makeup Artists for hire in Manchester

Find makeup artists who enhance beauty through application techniques, create diverse looks for events, and excel in skills like color matching and using various tools. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Manchester to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    337

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    10%
    Customer Service
    10%
    Time Management
    7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    41%
    Vocational or technical training
    34%
    Bachelor's degree
    22%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years
    60%
    More than 10 years
    30%
    3-5 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Sephora
    • self employed
    • Self-Employed
  • Time at current job

    More than 5 years
    57%
    2-5 years
    29%
    1-2 years
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 337 profiles for Makeup Artists in Manchester

Last updated: 23 Oct 2026

Makeup Artist: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Manchester: £25,420 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £25,420 – £27,890 yearly

*Indeed data (GB)

  • Makeup Artist

    Salford

    Licenses & certifications

    GDC

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceSalesMicrosoft Word
  • Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist

    Manchester

    Licenses & certifications

    Project ManagementNVQAnalyticsSocial Media MarketingFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene Certificate+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganisational SkillsMakeup ApplicationCustomer ServiceCustomer Interaction
  • Makeup Artist

    Salford

    Licenses & certifications

    EducationTeachingTutoring

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportCustomer InteractionCleaning
  • Makeup artist and Painter

    Manchester

    Licenses & certifications

    CPR

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganisational SkillsTeam LeadershipTeam ManagementMarketing
  • Beauty and makeup artist

    Manchester

    Licenses & certifications

    Graphic DesignLevel 3 Food Hygiene CertificateMakeup ApplicationFood Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 Food Hygiene CertificateLevel 2 in Food Safety

    Skills

    Time ManagementSalesCustomer ServiceMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft OfficeProductivity Software
  • Freelance Makeup Artist

    Manchester

    Licenses & certifications

    Bachelor's DegreeCertificate of Higher EducationFoundation DegreeNVQEducationMedia Studies

    Skills

    Customer ServiceFront DeskSalesRetail SalesHair StylingMakeup Application

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What's the average time to fill a makeup artist role?

The average time to fill a makeup artist role is 46 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do makeup artists tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a makeup artist include: communication skills, customer service and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for makeup artists?

Common licenses or certifications for makeup artists include: Makeup Application, NVQ and Driving Licence.

What are some job titles related to makeup artists?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to makeup artists include: freelance makeup artist, makeup artist and painter and health care assistant.

What level of education is common for a makeup artist?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a makeup artist in Manchester, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a makeup artist?

Most makeup artists have 9 years of professional experience.

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