The development of portfolio careers is encouraged right across the creative industries because it benefits the creative economy as well as the prospects of individuals. Freelancers working in hair and make-up would increase their chances of finding work by opening up to more sectors.
Find out more about portfolio careers and discover some of the roles in hair and make-up in the videos below.
Working as a hair and make-up designer and supervisor
Hair and make-up designer and supervisor Claire Mathews gives essential insights on her role.
Working in prosthetics
Mathew Smith talks about his role as a prosthetics make-up designer.
Working in wigs
Wig maker and designer Sam Cox explains what his role is about.
Working as a hair and make-up artist trainee
Sophia Michael explains what you should expect when working as a hair and make-up artist trainee.
Explore more creative industry job profiles and read some essential tips on how to develop a portfolio career in the creative industries.