SOC 39-5091
Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ38/100
Moderate
US Employment
๐ฅ3,320
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$50K
$22K โ $157K
Projected Growth
๐+8.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค84/100
High exposure
๐ก Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance face a risk score of 38/100 โ 6 points below the national average of 44. With 84/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $50K ($4K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 38/100, Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like automated data interpretation and insight generation are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 3,320 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in emotional support and active listening during sessions and personalized hands-on service requiring tactile skill to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Automated data interpretation and insight generation
Robotic massage and physical therapy devices
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Emotional support and active listening during sessions
Personalized hands-on service requiring tactile skill
Building trust and rapport with repeat clients
Adapting techniques to individual body types and preferences
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Apply makeup to enhance or alter the appearance of people appearing in productions such as movies.
Select desired makeup shades from stock, or mix oil, grease, and coloring to achieve specific color effects.
Duplicate work precisely to replicate characters' appearances on a daily basis.
Cleanse and tone the skin to prepare it for makeup application.
Assess performers' skin type to ensure that makeup will not cause break-outs or skin irritations.
๐ป Technology Skills
Graphics or photo imaging software
Calendar and scheduling software
Web page creation and editing software
Data base user interface and query software
Accounting software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Administration and Management
Fine Arts
Design
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers, All Other | 22 | $69K | 57% |
| Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides | 23 | $62K | 55% |
| Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors | 23 | $59K | 55% |