Key lessons in the business side of freelancing, including contracts, taxes, networking and finding work, building websites and marketing on social media.

Course Objectives for Business Development: Minding Your Business 

Upon completion of this course, students will be equipped with the essential business knowledge and skills to successfully launch and manage a freelance makeup artistry business.

What we’ll get done:

  • EIN
  • Branded Invoice
  • Branded Booking Agreement
  • Business Checking Account
  • Conscious Spending Plan
  • Bookkeeping System Setup
  • Business Name
  • Brand Kit & Logo
  • Business Cards
  • Digital & Print Portfolio
  • Artist/Biz Social Media Accounts
  • CV
Date Lessons
January 7 About the Career: Benefits of the Job, Common Types of Work, Income Expectations
  Set Etiquette & Lingo
  Time Card & Kit Fees
  Union, Insurance, Assisting
January 14 Bookkeeping & Taxes
  Business Checking Account
  Invoicing
  Booking Agreements
January 21 Legal & Business Structure
  Insurance
January 28 Market Research & Target Audience
  Branding
Writing an Artist Bio / Artist Statement
February 4 Marketing
  Networking and Finding Work
  Building a Portfolio
  Resume Building / CVs
February 11 Resume / CV Workshop
  Services & Pricing
Budgeting and Financial Planning
February 18 Building a Website
  Workshop
February 25 Workshop
March 4 Portfolio Review
  Continuing Education

Key lessons in the business side of freelancing, including contracts, taxes, networking and finding work, building websites and marketing on social media.

  • Required Supplies
    • Good attitude
    • Laptop
    • Notebook & Pen
    • Sweatshirt
    • Thumb Drive or Hard Drive with your portfolio images

Key lessons in the business side of freelancing, including contracts, taxes, networking and finding work, building websites and marketing on social media

This course is designed to equip freelance makeup artists with the essential business skills needed to build a successful career. Learn how to navigate the business side of freelancing, including legal and financial management, client acquisition, marketing, and branding. Gain practical knowledge on contracts, taxes, networking, and social media strategies. By the end of this course, you will have the tools to transform your passion for makeup artistry into a thriving business.