Combine hands-on campus training with the flexibility of online learning. Perfect for students who want direct instructor feedback while maintaining a flexible schedule.
Our nationally recognised Diploma is the ultimate launchpad for anyone serious about a career in makeup. Whether you dream of working in film, television, bridal, editorial, or special effects, this course equips you with the skills and confidence to step straight into the industry.
Complete your diploma entirely online with our comprehensive digital learning platform, and personalised support from experienced trainers. Ideal for remote students or those with busy schedules.
Industry-Recognized Our diploma is widely recognized in the film, television, and fashion industries. Expert Instructors Learn from working professionals with extensive industry experience. Career Support Receive ongoing career guidance and industry placement assistance.
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The Academy of Makeup is Australia’s leading school for aspiring professional makeup artists. With over 20 years of industry experience, we’ve trained thousands of students in everything from bridal and editorial makeup to special effects and on-set techniques.
Our nationally recognised qualifications, expert trainers, and hands-on learning approach prepare students for real careers across film, fashion, beauty, and beyond. Whether you study on campus or online, you’ll be supported with flexible learning options, real industry connections, and personalised feedback every step of the way.
We’re proud to foster a creative, inclusive, and career-focused community — where beginners become confident professionals.
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We’ve spent over two decades perfecting our training—and the Academy of Makeup has helped more than 8,150 graduates launch successful makeup careers across Australia and internationally.
Learn the way that suits you: attend class weekly in person, study online in your own time, or blend the two. With our modern, flexible training, we make it easy to fit training around your life, work or side hustle.
Our curriculum is hands-on, practical and taught by working professionals. From bridal and editorial to SPFX and beyond, you’ll graduate with the skills studios, salons and sets actually need.
I finished my Diploma of Make Up in 2008, and since then have gone on to do work with VMFF, magazine editorials, model look books and portfolios. I went on to do a hairdressing qualification, won industry awards, worked overseas and have recently opened my own hair salon this year. Without the introduction to make up, hair and fashion industry I received at AOM, none would have been possible.
Instagram. thunderbolthair
Since completing the Diploma I have become the 2IC (Assistant Manager) of a MAC Cosmetics counter in Myer and working up to be on the Events Team and/or a Trainer.
Instagram. Freelance_MUA_Shannen
I'm still working as a makeup artist! I offer all makeup services using vegan and cruelty free makeup and beauty products, and
I have been lucky enough to work on multiple campaigns with conscientious Australian brands (like Hot Tresses!) as well as international brands.
Instagram. makeupbycharada
Studying at the Academy of Makeup not only prepared me with all the necessary skills to be an amazing makeup artist, it also taught me how to accept constructive criticism, how to push my own limits and challenge myself, how to be enthusiastically confident, and it gave me the drive to push forward and succeed in my career. I now manage a store for a major cosmetic company and I continue to grow!
Instagram. artistry_by_ashley101
Since graduating the academy five months ago, I have achieved so much! I have been published in two international magazines and my work has been featured in The Courier Mail. I am hired as a Makeup Artist to work on photoshoots for companies. I have my own business which offers services for Bridal, Glamour and Editorial Makeup and have up to nine hours worth of bookings on a School Formal day! To top it all off, I have landed myself a job at Sephora Chermside and I am absolutely loving it.
Instagram. charleighmakeupartist
I am now working for Channel 7 in Brisbane and running a freelance business working in Productions, photoshoots, weddings and special events. I have worked on programs such as Married at First Sight ch9, AFL games ch7, League of Legends, Sunrise Ch7, Better Homes and Gardens, photoshoots with Dallas Olsen for Oxygen Magazine. I am predominantly at Channel 7 in Brisbane for the 4pm and 6pm News Bulletin. Keep putting your work out there and treating every client like they are special because they are.
Instagram. kayla.elefsen.hairandmakeup
I am a bridal makeup artist, freelancing under my own name. My current job working with brides involves not only applying the makeup, but actually a lot of communication with the bride. Bridal makeups are usually fairly ‘classic’, and I have found I have developed a bit of a style. It’s quite fun as everyone is happy and celebrating, with lots of girl talk and pretty stuff happening. I’m also studying a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and plan to combine both careers.
Instagram. amandasaville_makeup
