Intro to Makeup for Film

Date: August 30, 2025 (10:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
Location: 204-245 McDermot Ave (Second floor)
Fee:
$50.00 – General Admission
$35.00 – IATSE 856 Members and Permittees

Who this workshop is for:

Aspiring makeup artists, beauty lovers, or anyone curious about what it’s like to work behind the scenes in film and television.

By the end of the workshop, you will have a clearer picture of the film industry makeup world and the practical steps to start your journey.

Workshop Outline:

Have you ever dreamed of working behind the scenes on film and TV sets, bringing characters to life through makeup? Whether you’re a beauty enthusiast or film lover, this hands-on workshop is your key into the exciting world of makeup artistry. 

In this course, you’ll be led by makeup artist Margarita Vailas, who brings over a decade of experience in Manitoba’s film industry. This workshop will cover the essential steps to building a career in film and tv makeup.

Topics covered will include:

• How to break into the film and TV industry as a makeup artist
• The role of a makeup artist on a film set – from prep to wrap
• Resume tips and portfolio building tailored for film work
• Industry expectations and etiquette on set
• A wide range of makeup styles and techniques used for production
• A hands on demo session including: A clean, basic beauty application and an “out-of-kit” special effects makeup technique

About the Instructor:

Margarita Vailas is a Greek-Canadian makeup artist in the film community. She has been doing makeup and esthetics for over 20 years, but has been full-time in film for 10 years. She’s worked in Winnipeg and all over Greece during these times. Margarita is a mother of two little boys and is an advocate for women and period poverty. She collects products to send to northern communities.