Make-up Artist - BBC News, Washington
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The BBC is the world's leading public broadcaster and BBC News is at the heart of it. We provide trusted news and analysis output to a global audience of millions per week, making us the largest broadcast news operation in the world.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Make-Up Artist to join the team in Washington. You'll create looks and hairstyles for on-air talent to meet the requirements of the make-up designer, ensuring that make-up and hairstyles are both technically accurate and aesthetically creative.
Main Responsibilities
Communicate with colleagues and on-air talent on day-to-day issues with makeup, suggesting solutions and actions where needed.Demonstrate awareness of the financial/budgetary implications of the materials required for creating specific looks.Read scripts to develop an understanding of the materials required for productions, anticipating any potential issues.Produce and sketch design ideas for hairstyles and make-up.Ensure continuity in hair and make-up, collaborating and communicating with others to ensure the overall look is professional, consistent and coherent.Act to resolve or minimise unpleasant side effects occurring from the application of specialist make up or hairdressing techniques.Source, budget and order materials from specialist suppliers.Cut and style hair in line with style guidelines on the production.Are you the right candidate?
Essential
Qualifications in Media Make-Up and Hairdressing, or equivalent experienceAbility to work under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment.Ability to interpret and break-down a script.Experience of both make-up and hairdressing, with an understanding of the various roles in design and production teams.Ability to demonstrate a good understanding of the principles, practices and craft skills applicable to make-up and hair.Able to deal with all colleagues with diplomacy and tact (including actors and supporting artists).Ability to work as part of a team, clearly and concisely communicating information and effectively organising work.Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and procedures.Expected to have own basic kit.Creative problem-solving skills, flexibility and keen eye for detail.Demonstrate a practical understanding of lighting, the photographic process and colours.Desirable
Good IT skills.Experience of working in a theatre or wig makers.Experience in the use of prosthetics.Understanding of the freelance nature and structure of the industry.
Package Description
Job reference: 17464Band: BContract type: At Will. This is a staff job with generous benefits including healthcare, enhanced Paid Time Off and a retirement savings plan.Location: Washington DC, USA
Salary range: $70,000 - $85,000 per annum gross
Local terms and conditions apply
Any offer of employment with the BBC will be conditional upon you having the right to live and work in the US (US citizenship, permanent residency or work authorisation)
Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential.
We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC - whether that's to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
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This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.
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Make-up Artist - BBC News, Washington
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Permanent - Full Time