Make-up Artist (English Services) | |
| Job ID | F8-3B-75-08-19-77 |
| Company | CBC/Radio-Canada |
| Location | Vancouver |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Date Posted | 2018-10-31 |
| Posted Until | 2018-12-01 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Broadcasting-Media |
| Description | |
| What it’s like working at CBC/Radio-Canada At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians. Your role CBC Vancouver is looking for a makeup artist to join the CBC Vancouver News and CBC News Network/The National team. The successful candidate will perform makeup and hairdressing tasks required in the design crafts. Creative problem solving may be required, where production requirements are clear, to devise new methods and techniques. Work is generally performed according to accepted CBC or industry standards but assignments require independent action, judgment and initiative as well as consultation with other program, production or design personnel. Contact with performers and guests requires discretion in communications and handling. Please note, this is a position which will be scheduled to to a variety of shifts and may include evenings and weekends. This position will require the ability to work flexible hours, late nights as required, to cover operational needs. | |
| Essential Skills | Solid knowledge and understanding of television program production methods including picture, lighting and design craft functions, as well as how these crafts interact with the production clients. Consult with colleagues to determine best methods of production and materials to be used and ensure visual unity. Select tools and materials, and ensure that they are available to meet program requirements. Research makeup material, new techniques, products and design materials to determine if they meet program requirements. Provide cost estimates and keeps records of costs. Maintain, organize, and upkeep makeup room, equipment and supplies. Use artistic skill in the application of makeup, including character makeup and prosthetics. Schedule performers for makeup. Prepare, apply and remove all types of performers makeup. Alter makeup as required. Perform hairstyling on natural hair, wigs and hair pieces. Handle, apply and be responsible for the care and maintenance of wigs and hairpieces. Make necessary arrangements for hairdressing. From time to time perform functions or duties of program or editorial assistant. Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing. |
| Experience | One year experience; Community College graduation with study in relevant courses, or equivalent industry experience. |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | If this sounds interesting, please apply online! We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. http://cbc.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=VAN00832&lang=en |
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