39-5091.00

Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance

Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.

Low Risk

You're basically automation-proof

Only 8% of jobs we track are safer than this

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 1% probability of automation for this role

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of jobs safer

939

jobs riskier than this

+8.1%

projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Human-Centric

This occupation relies heavily on human judgment, empathy, creativity, or physical dexterity that remains beyond current AI capabilities.

Makeup Artists for Theatrical and Performance settings apply cosmetics and prosthetics for stage, film, and television — creative, hands-on work where the human touch and artistic collaboration with performers is central. AI image generation and digital compositing can replace some practical effects in post-production, but live theater and on-set makeup remain human. The role faces competitive pressure from digital VFX but is resilient through 2027.

Augmented byAI augmentation tools

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay

$50,280

US Bureau of Labor Statistics

10-Year Job Growth

+8.1%

Faster than average

Education Required

Postsecondary nondegree award

Job Zone 3 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

1.6

1.9

2.2

2.8

Today

Current AI exposure

5 Years

Near-term outlook

10 Years

Medium-term risk

20 Years

Long-term trajectory

Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)

AI-resistant (2)

Mixed

Active Listening75%

Speaking72%

Service Orientation70%

Coordination68%

Time Management65%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →