Make Up Artist

Summary: We are seeking a talented and experienced Makeup Artist to join our Fright Fest Entertainment Team, where creativity meets the thrill of the terrifying! The ideal candidate will possess a passion for crafting spooky and realistic makeup looks that bring characters to life, enhancing the immersive experience for our guests. You should be able to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of quality and detail. If you have a flair for the dramatic, an eye for the gruesome, and a love for all things spooky, we want to hear from you! Join us in transforming our performers into unforgettable figures of fright and help set the stage for a chillingly spectacular event.

What You Will Be Doing

• Create and design characters through make-up application and face painting.
• Utilize prosthetics, traditional, Special FX, and air brush techniques to apply make-up to performers.
• Apply touch-up make-up and effects, both in the field and dressing room throughout the night, for actors/performers.
• Create and apply unique character designs to performers/actors.
• Must be willing to face paint for special events as needed.
• Maintain highest standards of safety.
• Be a reliable member of a team.
• Maintain professional standards in accordance with all Six Flags policies and procedures.
• Follow all opening and closing procedures and checklists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

How You Will Do It

• Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions. Lighting is both natural and artificial.
• Equipment used includes radios, airbrushes, air compressor, other various makeup tools and products including latex, and cleaning tools.
• Physical demands include standing, walking, lifting, carrying.
• Days and hours will vary and will include weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Position will require close contact with Park Guests.

What You Will Need

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be willing and able to work closely with other employees.
• Must be comfortable working in dim lighting, confined spaces, and around large groups of people.
• Will be required to work various shifts as project and park needs dictate, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong time management skills and motivated to thrive under pressure.
• Must have the ability to stand, walk, crouch, bend, stoop, kneel and lift up to forty pounds occasionally.
• Should be a self-starter and able to take direction.
• Other duties as directed.

Pay Rate: $18-20/hr