film & tv Training

COULD YOU BE A HAIR and MAKE-UP TRAINEE?

Settiquette

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Callsheet

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Contracts

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Briefs

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Call Time

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Make-up Department

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Networking

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CV's & Cover Letters

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Social Media Portfolios

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Your Rights & The Union

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Rate Cards & Negotiating Pay

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Shoots & Self Care

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Working Hours

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Radio Talk

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Insider Talks

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Settiquette - Callsheet - Contracts - Briefs - Call Time - Make-up Department - Networking - CV's & Cover Letters - Social Media Portfolios - Your Rights & The Union - Rate Cards & Negotiating Pay - Shoots & Self Care - Working Hours - Radio Talk - Insider Talks -

LEVEL: BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE

DATES: Fill in the Film & TV Training form to submit your availabilty.

Our acclaimed Film & TV Training Programme is back!

Learn how to break into the screen industries and succeed as an entry-level hair & make-up artist. This popular programme has already fast-tracked HMU artists onto top UK dramas & films around the world.

The Bootcamp consists of 3 stages, which you can attend on a flexible basis, depending on your availability. Complete the programme in 3 to 12 months - learn at your own pace or fast-track into the industry. Each stage is designed to give you maximum confidence and a deeper understanding of what is expected for each dept role.

“I wanted to get into TV for a long time, and it’s really hard if you don’t know someone, and Amanda came in with the course! I thought what a great opportunity, I need to get on that course. And I did. It was amazing!”
— Junior Green
 

TRANSFER YOUR SKILLS TO SCREEN

STAGE 1: ONLINE - BOOTCAMP

How do I get into the industry? What’s on a Callsheet? How do I become a freelancer? Get the answers to all your burning questions from industry experts and learn how to thrive in Film & TV.

STAGE 2: STUDIO BASED - PRACTICALS

We provide a variety of workshops at our studio in MediaCity UK for hairstyling, barbering and make-up skills. Design and create looks for period and contemporary characters on screen.

STAGE 3: ONLINE - GET SET READY

The MU-Agency can offer you guidance on how to network, build your contacts and will help you transition into the screen industries. Our alumni have worked on great productions.

 

STAGE 1 : ONLINE BOOTCAMP

The Bootcamp - kicks off with a series of live interactive online sessions:

  • Introduction to Film & TV Production

  • SET-iquette and the Make-up Department

  • Paperwork: Call Sheets, Contacts, Briefs, NDA’s, Story Boards & more

STAGE 2: STUDIO BASED PRACTICALs

Practical Workshops - choose the training you need:

  • Hair & Wigs:

    • Textured Hair - Care & Styling

    • Period Hair

    • Hair Cutting & Styling

    • Barbering

    • Wig Workshop - Initial

  • Make-up

    • Media Make-up

    • Camera Ready Make-up

    • Period Make-up Styling

    • Male Grooming

STAGE 3: GET SET-READY ONLINE

Online Study - make sure you’re ready to jump into the world of Film & TV

  • Portfolios & Social Media: Learn how to craft a standout online portfolio and social media presence that showcases your expertise / style, attracts clients, and opens doors to new opportunities.

  • Networking: learn how to build contacts, connect with fellow artists, leverage events and online communities to expand your professional network.

  • Shoots, Self Care & The Union: Explore strategies for managing a sustainable long-term career in the fast-paced world of hair and makeup artistry while avoiding burnout. 

  • Insider Talks: Gain firsthand insights from industry professionals as they share real on-set experiences, challenges, and career advice to help you succeed in the field.

  • Rate Cards, Pay & Negotiating: Navigate the financial side of your career with confidence - learn where to find guidance on established rate cards, and how to negotiate fair pay.

MU-ALUMNI

Our trainees previously worked in salons, on counters or at home. Now they transferred into TV/FILM and worked on these GREAT productions!

“On this course, you learn everything you need to know and more. All the things you’ve learnt you put into practise on the job!”
— Deborah Lola

OUR FILM & TV EDUCATORS

AMANDA ROCHELLE

Amanda is an established hair and make-up designer with over 25 years of experience in TV, TVC, Film, Live Event & Photographic make-up. For the past 17 years she has also been an educator and mentor to students and trainees with the ambition to be successful in a competitive industry.

As well as running Make-up United Artists, an agency dedicated to providing excellence in make-up artistry and hairstyling for the screen industries, she has an academy studio in Media City, hosting masterclasses and workshops for beginners and industry pros alike.

CJ FAWN

Northern non-binary Social Media Manager. CJ has worked across the UK in Film, TV, Social Media, Commercials & Events.

They are MU-A’s Marketing Manager; producing content for socials and website, as well as providing tailored media training for MU-A trainees who are looking to step up their game in the online world.

CJ enjoys helping artists grow their online following, boost engagement and develop their social media content in order to promote their skills.