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The Bureau

Backstage Coordinator

Easley, SC

$60K - $70K/yr

Backstage Coordinator The Bureau Fashion Week Easley, SC (Full-Time, In-Person) About The Bureau ... Oversee hair and makeup schedules at all events * Coordinate with beauty teams, artists, and models

The Bureau

Backstage Coordinator

Easley, SC · On-site

Backstage Coordinator The Bureau Fashion Week Easley, SC (Full-Time, In-Person) About The Bureau ... Oversee hair and makeup schedules at all events * Coordinate with beauty teams, artists, and models

The Bureau Fashion Week

Backstage Coordinator

Easley, SC · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Backstage Coordinator The Bureau Fashion Week Easley, SC (Full-Time, In-Person) About The Bureau ... Oversee hair and makeup schedules at all events * Coordinate with beauty teams, artists, and models

The Bureau

Backstage Coordinator

Easley, SC · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Backstage Coordinator The Bureau Fashion Week Easley, SC (Full-Time, In-Person) About The Bureau ... Oversee hair and makeup schedules at all events * Coordinate with beauty teams, artists, and models

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How much do internship backstage makeup artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship backstage makeup artist in the United States is $25.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Backstage Makeup Artist vs Assistant Makeup Artist?

AspectInternship Backstage Makeup ArtistAssistant Makeup Artist
CredentialsBasic makeup certifications or trainingSimilar certifications, often with more experience
Work EnvironmentTraining settings, backstage at events, or productionsOn-set, backstage, or in studio environments
Employer & IndustryTheater, film, fashion shows, or eventsFilm, TV, theater, or fashion industries
Role FocusLearning, assisting, gaining experienceSupporting lead artists, executing makeup applications

In summary, an Internship Backstage Makeup Artist is primarily a training role focused on gaining experience and learning the craft, while an Assistant Makeup Artist supports professional makeup artists in various production settings, often with more hands-on responsibilities.

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Fright Fest Make-Up Artist

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$16/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 27 days ago

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 529 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Fright Fest Make-Up Artist

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay Rate: Starting at $16/hr. – Varies with skill / experience

Category: Entertainment

Location: Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Texas

Next Auditions/ Interviews:

  • Saturday, August 1st from 4pm-6pm
  • Friday, August 7th from 7pm-9pm

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

This is a seasonal position at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, in San Antonio, TX. It features a starting rate of $16 per hour, with perks such as: Free entry to any Six Flags Park for all employees and a guest with each visit, additional complimentary tickets for friends and family, discounts on food and merchandise, flexible scheduling, Dayforce Wallet and bi-weekly pay. 


  • Working with Haunt Supervisors, Stage Managers, and Scare Actors to maintain consistent and approved looks for all Scare Actors.
  • Energetically interacting with the Scare Actors while applying makeup/ prosthetics/ masks in order to produce the best results possible.
  • Setting up and breaking down makeup stations on a nightly basis, if needed.
  • Applying the approved makeup/ prosthetics/ masks to Scare Actors.
  • Assisting with makeup area setup and strike as needed as well as cleaning makeup area spaces before and after use.
  • Assisting with crowd control in Scare Zones and in Haunt queue lines when/ if needed.
  • Ensuring safe behavior of guests, Scare-Actors and Entertainers in conjunction with the Entertainment Supervisors and Stage Managers.
  • Assisting with the cleaning and sanitation of the backstage makeup areas and theatre areas backstage.

  • Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established Six Flags Fiesta Texas policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.


  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Previous makeup artistry experience preferred (theatrical, special events, or entertainment environments is a plus)
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and work in indoor/outdoor environments
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced setting with varying schedules and high guest interaction
  • Ability to work days, nights and weekends throughout the Fright Fest season.

  • Previous airbrush experience a plus.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Our next preliminary in-person interview session for Makeup Artists is on Saturday, June 20th and Sunday June 28th. Applicants can arrive anytime between the posted audition/ interview hours. Parking is available in the Employee Parking Lot Address: 17000 I-10, San Antonio, TX 78257 and you can sign in and enter through the Security Station. Please bring your portfolio and be ready to show your previous work. For more audition/ interview information or upcoming Fright Fest Auditions, please call the Entertainment Office at (210) 697-5583 or email bgonzalez@sftp.com.

OTHER NOTES:

  • Training & setup will begin in mid to late August.
  • Fright Fest opens on Friday, September 11th and runs every weekend Fridays through Sundays up until November 1st.
  • Makeup Artists may be asked to work prior to Fright Fest in order to attend training/ setup.
  • Additional Fright Fest operating dates may be added.

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