Important Questions
Here are a few general questions answered about the make up school, and this exciting career and industry. If you have any further questions please call us and we will be happy to help you.
Do I get a qualification at the end of the course?
Do we hold open days?
Does the Academy guarantee work after completing
the course?
How long are your courses?
How do I join the Academy of Freelance Make Up?
Does AOFM cover bridal make-up?
What is freelance?
Do I get a qualification at the end of the course?
This is probably the question we are asked most often.
The answer is yes. You gain this is in the form of an AOFM Certificate of Achievement.
We would like to inform you no other qualification is necessary in this sector of make-up because if you choose to work in high fashion / photographic / catwalk / bridal / music / magazine / editorial / general fashion / media make-up you will not be asked to supply one. You must understand this is a career built on skill and when applying for work you will be asked to show proof of your skills in the form of a portfolio only.
This work shows your style and creative flair in picture form. The Academy includes a professional photo shoot with photographer and clothes stylist so that you have prints to start your portfolio. Be aware of training institutes telling you they have national or international association certificates or beauty awarding bodies behind them to help or ensure you get jobs as this is misleading.
Do we hold open days?
Yes.
We welcome students on open days, held during our courses so you can come and see just what we are all about.
Please contact our office for dates and times of our open days.
(+44(0)207 2266 444)
Does the Academy guarantee work after completing the course?
Unfortunately the Academy, or indeed any other training institute, cannot guarantee work after completing the course. However, the Academy can guarantee you will leave not only with the skills to succeed, but also with a thorough understanding and knowledge of how to get to the top. The Academy does give a selection of students the opportunity to assist our artists on shoots and shows. You may also be added to our Bookings section, where the Academy will aim to give you an extra head start.
How long are your courses?
Our courses are designed by top freelance hair and make-up artists, teaching you the skills needed to get you into the industry, and on your way to the top. The Combined Foundation and Advanced course runs for the duration of 12 days. This takes you from the very basic no experience beginner’s level, to a highly creative level exploring your artistic licence. In this 12-day period you will gain all the knowledge needed to start your career. We inform our students that after leaving us their skills and understanding of make-up will constantly improve with the more experience they receive, so we advise not to undertake long and expensive courses.
How do I join the Academy of Freelance Make Up?
Only if you want to register for a course with us then please go to the registration page on our website and click on ‘become a make up artist’. Fill in your details and submit them to us. Someone from the AOFM team will contact you within 48 hours after considering your application. Our class numbers are kept small and are in high demand so we do grade your application to see if you meet certain criteria to join us. After acceptance of your application someone from our team will talk through your career goals and help you understand this industry before committing to a course. From there we will sign you up, taking a deposit to hold your place or full course fees by cheque, debit or credit card. From there on you will be well on your way to starting a great career.
Does AOFM cover bridal make-up?
We would like to inform students interested in bridal make-up that our Foundation course is made up and covers in detail all techniques of make-up application for bridal make up. This course includes everything for bridal make-up and more. Students who are interested in the field are advised by us that this is the most suitable make up course for them.
What is freelance?
Freelance make-up artists and hair stylists work for themselves - this is what's defined as freelance.