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Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor

SFGR Make-Up Artist - $15/HR

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Gurnee, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/19/2026

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What they do

A Makeup Artist specializes in using cosmetics and applying makeup. Works in a salon and provides customized makeup for clients, or creates makeup for professional models, or works in a studio or theater to create makeup for actors and performance artists. May also advise on product development and participate in marketing for cosmetics companies.

$43,892 / year median in Illinois

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

SFGR Make-Up Artist - $15/HR Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor - 3.7 Gurnee, IL Job Details Seasonal $15 an hour 7 hours ago Qualifications Guest relations Outdoor work experience Theater makeup

Full Job Description Overview:

To create and apply makeup to transform actors into frightening characters.

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Apply and maintain all Special Effect Makeup including but no limited to, prosthetics, masks, airbrush and standard special effect makeup. Must be able to execute makeup looks in an efficient and timely manner. Must maintain the set Sanitation Guidelines provided by the State and Makeup Supervisor. Will clean worn masks & prosthetics and put them in their proper place at the end of the night. Fix minor repairs on masks & prosthetics if needed. Maintain a clean and safe atmosphere in all makeup areas including sweeping, mopping, cleaning up trash and storage areas. Spend time checking on makeup in Haunted Attractions and in the Themed Street Areas. Will adhere to and enforce all Park Policies and procedures as outlined in the Seasonal Handbook and Department Standard Operating Procedure Manual. Must purchase Park approved Fright Fest Crew T-shirt and Black Pants must be worn at all times. Report immediately any unsafe acts to the Makeup Supervisor. Train new personnel as needed. Assist in covering breaks in other areas of the department. This may include but not limited to working in Haunted Attractions as a Scare-Actor or Haunted House Host, in a Themed Street Area or Wardrobe areas.

Qualifications:

Skills and Qualifications:

Minimum Age:

16 Must be available to work evenings on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays Basic Makeup skills required for all positions, Expert skills required for some positions. Must be able to stand for length of shift & energetically interact with Guests for the full shift. Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others