Haunt Make-up Artist
Cedar Point, one of the oldest amusement parks in the country, is looking for energetic, creative, driven staff for it's 2025 season. Each year, Cedar Point's Live Entertainment division produces over 15 productions including interactive/immersive shows, music reviews, cover bands, special events, and more! We are looking for talented and passionate individuals to be a part of our Fall production team.
Benefits: Low-cost on-site housing for our seasonal associates, free bus service, employee cafeteria, discounts on merch/food locations, unlimited access to Cedar Point Beach, extensive local merchant discounts on goods/services, free entry to additional amusement parks around the country, and family/friends comp tickets. Free specialty merch: Associates only- can't be purchased. Event pay incentives. Additional event incentives are TBA.
Reports to: Make-up Operations Supervisor
Responsibilities:
Organize and clean all make-up tables, stock areas, and break areas.
Communicate daily needs with team leadership..
Coordinate with production/event leadership for overall success of event.
Ensure the longevity and integrity of event/production looks.
Willing to take constructive criticism and be open to learning new methods
Maintain confidentiality related to company and production information.
Maintain a neat workspace.
Work in tight areas may be required from time to time.
Adhere to safety standards with PPE. Mandatory adherence.
Follow and execute a pre-designed face chart.
Maintain consistency with make-up applications from day to day.
Be in compliance with OSHA safety and sanitation standards at all times.
Adhere to and uphold Costume, Make-up, + Park policy.
Properly operate a makeup airbrush system.
Apply and remove FX prosthetics.
Conduct daily inspections of actors in haunted houses and scare zones.
Conduct daily touch-ups of production performers make-up.
Must be present for all rehearsal schedule periods.
Must be able to possibly work nights, mornings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Any other and all duties deemed necessary by management pertaining to the Costume/Prop and Performance Departments.
*Please Note: While this is an accurate and comprehensive description of the role, the above role responsibilities are not an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, requirements, and may require additional task be performed as assigned.
Education + Experience:
Pursuing or obtained a vocational degree in Special FX makeup application or related field of study; or any equivalent combination of relevant background and work experience.
Minimum of 1-2 years professional Airbrush Special FX application.
Board certification/licensed in Cosmetology- Bonus but not required.
Skill:
Maintain positive attitude, high level of organizational, strong communication skills, problem solving skills, and ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Thrive in a deadline centered environment.
Hand painting, face painting, characters, or designs.
Application of beauty make-up, on others/not self-applied.
Application, painting, and removal of foam latex prosthetics.
Application, painting, and removal of Pros-aid transfer prosthetics.
Strong understanding of color theory.
Water-based makeup or alcohol/alcohol hybrid makeup.
Basic knowledge + understanding of Special FX applications.
Basic knowledge + understanding of Airbrush make-up application.
Must be able to take instruction in a professional and positive manner.
Must be able to work in a team environment and maintain a professional work ethic.
Must be able to work in a collaborative environment.
Applications can be submitted here: https://cedarfair.jotform.com/christopher.davison/cp-halloweekends-haunt-make-up-arti
Please submit a resume w/ reference and a portfolio of previous work.
Please use the above link, emailed resumes will not be accepted.
