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Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance
Role Overview
Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| California | $132,890 |
| Georgia | $132,610 |
| New York | $100,410 |
| District of Columbia | $91,290 |
| Tennessee | $58,560 |
| Florida | $43,020 |
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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.
Median Annual Salary
$50,280
Projected Growth (10yr)
+8.1%
Avg. annual openings
1.1k
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