Makeup Artistry for Fashion, Film and Media
Get ready for the industry with our exciting Level 4 Certificate, which offers a money can’t buy exclusive work experience opportunity.
Why Study Level 4 Makeup at Cut Above?
Direct your own photoshoot
You’ll develop and direct your own photoshoot, giving you invaluable experience as well as more material for your portfolio to wow prospective clients and employers.
Work on theatre and fashion shows
Hands-on experience is everything! You’ll get the opportunity to work on a range of theatre productions and fashion shows, practicing all the different looks you’ll be mastering.
More than makeup
You’ll not only explore the magic of makeup, you’ll also learn workplace and small business practice skills. Plus you’ll gain extra skills in hairstyling, beauty and how to market yourself as an all-rounder.
Exclusive Work Experience Opportunity
During the course, discover the excitement of being part of the makeup crew on a film set, theatre production, or backstage at a fashion show. As students are working on industry-level productions, each experience is different and unique to every class.
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Course Content
Immerse yourself in learning the full range of skills in makeup and beauty for cosmetics consultancy, editorial and photographic work from tutors with years of professional experience.
Delve into the glamour of the 50’s, the mystery of the Geisha and the terror of the vampire underworld as you design different looks across the ages.
Progress to advanced techniques in stage and screen including corrective, character and period makeup, body art and stage FX.
Transport yourself to the runways of Europe as you progress to makeup for high fashion editorial runway.
Build your business skills so you can be your own boss or assist with the running of a small business.
Beautician services
Cosmetic consultancy
Fashion makeup and hairstyling
Wig and hairpiece styling
Photographic makeup
Corrective and glamour makeup
Catwalk and promotions makeup
Makeup for performing arts
Film and television makeup
Character and period makeup
Introduction to Special Effects (SFX) and Body Art
Career Opportunities
Once you have graduated you can seek employment as a makeup artist in the following industries:
Film
Television
Advertising
Theatre
Fashion
Freelance
Photographic studios
You will also be able to work in the cosmetics industry as a sales representative or technical consultant.
Frequently Asked Questions
New Zealand Certificate in Makeup Artistry - Level 4
NZQA credits on the National Qualifications Framework
Entry is open to beginners and all applicants are considered however you must be:
Able to demonstrate a basic understanding of spoken and written English.
Details of entry criteria and recognised prior learning are set out in the Guide to Enrolment.
Domestic
You may be eligible for fees free study! Refer to the website www.feesfree.govt.nz to check if you are eligible, as course fees are paid up to a maximum of $12,000.
Tuition Fee: $10,359*
Student Services Levy: $350
Course Related Costs: $1,000*
**Also known as the CSSF or Compulsory Student Services fee. This fee covers the learning, employment, wellbeing and counselling support you might need during your time with us. This cost is paid together as part of your course fees. You can find out more information about what this covers here.
*2025 fees are subject to change.
If you're eligible for fees free study, you still need to apply for a Student Loan if you want to borrow course-related costs or living costs. Find out if you're eligible by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit Studylink.
If you are aged between 16 and 24 years, you may qualify for one of our Youth Guarantee fee-free spots.
International
Tuition Fee: $26,000 NZD
Course Related Costs: $2,000 NZD
Intake Dates
Cut Above Academy is one of the trading names for the registered PTE Yoobee Colleges. Your enrolment is with Yoobee Colleges Ltd and your qualification is issued by Yoobee Colleges.
Qualifications are issued by Yoobee Colleges Ltd. Yoobee Colleges Ltd is an NZQA Category 1 provider, the highest rating a school can be awarded by the Government.
Term dates are subject to change pending enrolment numbers, availability and unforeseen funding fluctuations. Yoobee Colleges Ltd reserves the right to modify schedules to make sure the College runs well and students are offered the best learning experience.