Insomniac - Nocturnal Wonderland 2025 Seasonal Entertainment Makeup Artist
SAN BERNARDINO, CAPosted 23 days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Insomniac Events
Job overview
The Insomniac Nocturnal Wonderland 2025 Seasonal Entertainment Makeup Artist role involves applying costume and character makeup for performers at large-scale music festivals, enhancing the immersive event experience.
Responsibilities and impact
The makeup artist will execute approved makeup designs, ensure consistency, assist performers during shows and rehearsals, maintain safety, document looks, and may use prosthetics or airbrush techniques as needed.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an hourly wage ranging from $16.50 to $32.00 USD, with pay based on location, qualifications, and experience; benefits are not explicitly detailed.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a cosmetology diploma or 3+ years of relevant makeup experience, knowledge of makeup tools and industry techniques, good communication skills, and familiarity with live entertainment; experience with prosthetics, SFX, or airbrush is a plus.
Career development
Insomniac encourages professional growth through exposure to innovative event production and working with talented teams, supporting personal and career aspirations.
Work environment and culture
The company promotes diversity, equal opportunity, and a cooperative team environment, valuing reliability, initiative, and stress tolerance in a fast-paced, loud, and dynamic event setting.
Company information
Insomniac Events is a leading producer of immersive music festivals worldwide, known for Electric Daisy Carnival and innovative event experiences since 1993, headquartered in Los Angeles.
Team overview
The makeup artist will join the Entertainment team under the Entertainment Director, collaborating closely with lead artists and performers to achieve consistent makeup looks.
Job location and travel
The role involves travel to event locations, often requiring work during holidays, evenings, and weekends, with exposure to loud noise and varying climates; the primary base is California.
Unique job features
This role offers the unique opportunity to work on large-scale, immersive music festivals with state-of-the-art effects, requiring specialized skills in costume and character makeup, including prosthetics and airbrush techniques.
Company overview
Insomniac Events is a prominent event production company specializing in electronic dance music (EDM) festivals and concerts. Founded in 1993 by Pasquale Rotella, the company has grown to produce some of the largest and most well-known music festivals in the world, including Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) and Beyond Wonderland. Insomniac generates revenue through ticket sales, sponsorships, and merchandise. The company is known for its immersive and innovative event experiences, which often feature elaborate stage designs, cutting-edge technology, and a strong emphasis on community and culture within the EDM scene.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your expertise in costume and character makeup, emphasizing your ability to work quickly and efficiently in high-volume, fast-paced entertainment settings like festivals and live events.
Showcase your proficiency with specialized techniques such as prosthetics, SFX makeup, and airbrush application, and stress your experience maintaining consistent, photo-ready looks under varying lighting conditions.
Apply through multiple platforms including Insomniac Events' official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed by recruiters.
Connect on LinkedIn with current makeup artists or entertainment team members at Insomniac Events; use ice breakers like complimenting a recent festival look you admired or asking about their favorite part of working at Nocturnal Wonderland to start a conversation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'costume makeup,' 'character makeup,' 'SFX techniques,' 'airbrush,' 'live entertainment,' and 'teamwork,' ensuring your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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