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INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP STUDIO P R O F E S S I O N A L C E R T I F I C AT E A N D D I P L O M A P R O G R A M S
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP ESSENTIALS
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM PROGRAM NAME: International Makeup Essentials CREDENTIAL: Certificate T O TA L H O U R S O F T R A I N I N G : 1 4 0 h o u r s Program schedule options: A. Full-Time, Accelerated: Monday to Fridays, 40 hours a week = Program length of 3.5 weeks B. Full-Time, Regular: Mon to Wed or Wed to Fri schedule options, 20 hours a week = Program length of 7 weeks Courses - Program Levels LEVEL 1: Makeup Artistry 1 = 80 hours LEVEL 2: Bridal Makeup = 40 hours LEVEL 3: Bridal Hair = 20 hours T O TA L H O U R S = 1 4 0 h o u r s Note: the order of these Program levels may vary
Important Details: • highly interactive classroom environment and professional photoshoots, with an emphasis on practical hands-on learning • students are working on each other as models on a continual rotation; students must be comfortable having makeup applied on them and applying makeup on others • due to the shorter course length, a study visa is not required for this program; International students can attend this course if they are travelling here on holidays, on a work visa or have a study permit and are studying at another college or university and wish to take this program during their scheduled breaks • students in the International Makeup Foundations, Certificate program do not qualify for the additional Work Co-op program and are not eligible to legally work in Canada during their studies
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INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP STUDIO
DIPLOMA PROGRAM PROGRAM NAME: International Makeup Studio CREDENTIAL: Diploma T O TA L H O U R S O F T R A I N I N G : 4 0 0 h o u r s Program schedule options: A. Full-Time, Accelerated: Monday to Fridays, 40 hours a week = Program length is 12 weeks B. Full-time, Regular: Mon to Wed or Wed to Fri schedule options, 20 hours a week = Program length is 24 weeks Courses - Program Levels LEVEL 1: Makeup Artistry 1 = 80 hours LEVEL 2: Bridal Makeup = 40 hours LEVEL 3: Bridal Hair = 20 hours L E V E L 4 : I n t r o t o A r t & Te c h n o l o g y = 2 0 h o u r s LEVEL 5: Fashions in Makeup & Photographic Makeup = 80 hours LEVEL 6: Airbrushing = 60 hours LEVEL 7: Fashions in Makeup: High Fashion & Cutting Edge Makeup = 60 hours LEVEL 8: Cosmetic Retailing and Resume = 20 hours L E V E L 9 : A r t & Te c h n o l o g y = 2 0 h o u r s T O TA L H O U R S = 4 0 0 h o u r s Note: the order of these Program levels may vary
Important Details: • highly interactive classroom environment and professional photoshoots, with an emphasis on practical hands-on learning • students are working on each other as models, on a continual rotation; students must be comfortable having makeup applied on them and applying makeup on others • since the program length is six months or less, International students have the option of attending with our without a study permit. If you apply as a visitor to Canada, without a study permit, you are eligible to register for the International Makeup Studio, Diploma Program for the 3 or 6 month schedules. • if you decide to apply for a Study Permit for this program, then you would have the advantage of being legally allowed to work in Canada for up to 20 hours of week, outside of your studies, during your program duration • students who register for the International Makeup Studio, Diploma program, that has a 6 month program length and who are on study permit, also have the option of adding on a six month Work Co-op. This will allow you to extend your stay in Canada for 6 months past your program date and will give you the benefit of having a Canadian work experience that relates to your program studies. Those who register for the accelerated International Makeup Studio, Diploma program on the compressed schedule of 3 months are not eligible for Work Co-op.
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INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP PROGRAMS
“Blanche Macdonald is the Harvard of Makeup” Eve Pearl, 5 time Emmy Award winner
Makeup is more than a creative career. It is a multi-billion dollar global industry full of exciting opportunities. Join us in Canada and train for a professional career in a field you love. If you are an International Student hoping to study Makeup at a prestigious North American College, our Diploma Program has been designed for you. You will learn Makeup Artistry from leading industry experts at Canada’s Top Makeup School. Invest in yourself, discover your creativity and build your skills in one of the most cosmopolitan, safest and naturally beautiful cities in the world, Vancouver, Canada. Our Makeup Programs have a proven history of producing successful Professional Makeup Artists. In one of the busiest entertainment production centres in the world, Vancouver has been dubbed “Hollywood North”. You will be taught the theory, craft, application and business of Makeup by our incredible team of award-winning expert instructors. Fresh from fashion shows and photo shoots, the sets of major film and television productions, the boardrooms of global makeup brands and international social media collaborations, their insider expertise provides an unparalleled education in Fashion, Beauty and Bridal Makeup. Whether you are new to makeup or already have some experience, we will train you to become a Makeup Professional. You will discover North American beauty, experience Canadian culture and meet global experts. You’ll improve your English Language Skills and make new friends from around the world – all while learning the art and business of global makeup. There has never been a more exciting time to be a Makeup Artist. And there is nowhere better to begin your journey than the Blanche Macdonald Centre.
Front Cover: Makeup: Tim Hung. Blanche Macdonald graduate. Photography: Patryk Widejko. Left (Top & Bottom): Makeup: Tim Hung. Blanche Macdonald graduate. Behind-the-scenes Photography: Nicholas Jang. Right (Top): Makeup: Oz Zandiyeh, Blanche Macdonald graduate & instructor. Hair: Lisa Callendar, Blanche Macdonald instructor. Photography: Liz Dungate, Blanche Macdonald Creative Director. Right (Bottom): Makeup: Oz Zandiyeh, Blanche Macdonald graduate & instructor. Hair: Lisa Callendar, Blanche Macdonald instructor. Behind-the-scenes Photography: Mohamed Ibrahim Ali, Blanche Macdonald Videographer.
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OUR PROMISE TO YOU
Moving to a new country is one of the most exciting things you can do. It also takes a lot of courage. Your journey will be filled with new experiences, new friends, new adventures and new challenges. But don’t worry. We are here to support you throughout your experience. We have been established for over fifty years and have graduated tens of thousands of students. At Blanche Macdonald we will welcome you with open arms. We celebrate your courage, and we honour your commitment to your future. We will offer our advice and assistance as you settle into life in Vancouver. If you need someone to talk to, someone to help you, or someone to be by your side, we’ll be there for you every step of the way.
As a student here, you will gain more than an education. You will become part of a global family.
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Left and Above: Makeup: Mimi Choi, Blanche Macdonald graduate. Photography: Liz Dungate, Blanche Macdonald Creative Director.
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ABOUT BLANCHE MACDONALD WHO WE ARE
Since 1960, the Blanche Macdonald Centre has offered the highest quality training in Makeup Artistry. We have a rich heritage, and a history of educational excellence. Yet we remain on the cutting edge by constantly innovating our programs with the latest technology and techniques. Today we are recognized as the leading Makeup college in Canada. The Blanche Macdonald Centre is a hub of creativity. We are a globally renowned college with three campuses, a retail store and salon – and yet we maintain a welcoming, family atmosphere. We provide every student with the guidance and tools to build a professional makeup career. We embrace diversity, and encourage excellence by nurturing and supporting each one of our students throughout their education, and beyond. G L O B A L R E P U TAT I O N , G L O B A L C O N N E C T I O N S
Blanche Macdonald is recognized globally for producing top industry professionals. Our faculty and graduates have received international accolades and awards including Emmy, Gemini and Leo Awards for Outstanding Makeup. They have worked with prestigious global brands including MAC, Makeup For Ever, Kat von D, Pat McGrath, Alexander McQueen, Anna Sui, Maison Margiela, Christian Dior, Top Shop, Nike and Adidas. Their work has been featured in major international films and television programs, on the runways of Paris, New York and Milan, and on the covers of global magazines including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Harper’s Bazaar and Elle. Many International Students who have graduated from our International Makeup Studio Program are now successfully working around the world as top Makeup Artists. They have built their own careers in Fashion and Wedding Makeup, in TV & Film, or as business entrepreneurs. Some have stayed in North America. Others have returned to their home countries, or have continued to travel the world doing what they love. D E S I G N AT I O N
The Blanche Macdonald Centre is a Designated Learning Institution with Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Our College holds a Designation Certificate with British Columbia’s Education Quality Assurance (EQA), issued by the provincial government of British Columbia, Canada, under the authority of the Ministry of Advanced Education. The EQA designation is Canada’s first and only provincial brand of quality for post-secondary education. It indicates that a post-secondary institution meets or exceeds the provincial government’s quality education standards. The Blanche Macdonald Centre’s EQA designation is recognized globally as a symbol of quality education and consumer protection. Our Designated Learning Institution Number is O19257719332. We hold a Designation Certificate issued by the government of British Columbia under the authority of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB). We have undergone a rigorous government accreditation process that ensures a superior education and a safe and well-organized administrative support network.
Right: Makeup: Carla Sahagun. Stylist: Eric Ulises. Blanche Macdonald graduates. Photography: Matthew Burditt, Blanche Macdonald instructor.
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Makeup: Farah Hasan. Blanche Macdonald graduate. Photography: JC Images.
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW Our International Makeup Studio Program will transform you into a Makeup Professional, poised to embark on a rewarding career. In hands-on classes you will learn professional techniques and develop your technical ability through extensive practical application. Our award-winning instructors will teach you the art and business of professional makeup and prepare you to enter the booming industry. Our progressive and dynamic curriculum combines demonstrations and industry field trips with hands on practice and creative projects, preparing you for professional photo shoots, fashion shows, weddings, model portfolios, music videos, and special events. Graduates will emerge with a broad knowledge of makeup skills, techniques and products, along with the outstanding communication, design and self-marketing skills needed for a successful career. Upon graduation you will earn a Canadian Diploma in Makeup, and be ready to begin your career as a Makeup Professional in North America, Europe, Asia and beyond. HANDS-ON CLASSES
Our International Makeup Studio Program focuses on practical work and visual learning rather than theory and written work. You’ll collaborate with fellow students on creative projects. You’ll experience real-life makeup environments, from retail to fashion shows to live demos. You’ll take part in professional photo shoots for your own Portfolio, produced to a high industry standard and ready to be brought to job interviews and professional events. EXPERT INSTRUCTORS
The Director of our Makeup Program is Emmy-Award Winning makeup master Todd McIntosh. He has created our industry-leading curriculum. Our incredible team of instructors includes Emmy Award winners, industry experts and globally renowned professionals. Their work has appeared in major publications and on productions and runways around the world. Each one brings a lifetime of professional experience to our classrooms. ENGLISH LANGUAGE
The International Makeup Studio Program features the same high standard of instructors and curriculum as our other Makeup Programs, but with one important difference: it has been specially designed for International Students who wish to improve their written and verbal English. You will be encouraged to speak English only, in the classroom and on campus. Interacting with native English instructors, guest speakers, industry experts, models and photographers will strengthen your language skills and improve your confidence. If you are concerned about your language skills, don’t worry. This program is hands-on, meaning that the majority of class time is spent doing practical creative work. Assignments, lessons and exams are practical and visual. There are fewer written exercises and projects. You’ll be learning by doing, applying makeup on models and other students in your class.
Left: Makeup: Tim Hung. Blanche Macdonald graduate. Photography: Patty Tseng.
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WH Y DO INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CHOOSE BL ANCHE MACDONALD? 1 W E A R E A G L O B A L FA M I LY Students can get lost in the shuffle, but not here. We care about you, and we prove it day in and day out. You’ll always find someone here to connect with and lend a helping hand. Our circle of support extends to the classroom and beyond. Once you are part of the Blanche family, you are part of our global network for life. We will always be here for you.
2 O U R F O C U S I S O N C R E AT I V I T Y There is no need to worry or feel insecure about your language skills. Our Program has been designed for students whose English is their second language. The focus is on creative/practical skills and visual learning. Our emphasis is on hands-on training, group projects, professional mentoring, networking and sharing. You will be graded on your work, attitude, creativity and work ethic.
3 Y O U W I L L E X P E R I E N C E T H E B E S T T H AT C A N A D A O F F E R S We are a Canadian College. When you are a student here you will learn about North American beauty, style, social media, techniques and technology. You will also have the opportunity to meet the best of North America’s Makeup Industry. We often invite global beauty leaders to the College for speaking events, master classes and demonstrations. Past VIPs have included Dany Sanz, the founder of MAKE UP FOR EVER; Oscar winners Ve Neill and Howard Berger; and Emmy winners Eve Pearl and Todd McIntosh, our Makeup Director.
4 Y O U W I L L H AV E A C C E S S T O T H E W O R L D ’ S B E S T P R O D U C T S We bring the best global and local brands into your Makeup Kit. With our School + Salon + Store, our students are exposed to thousands of products and continual product knowledge. This is only possible because of our in-house Pro Beauty Boutique, CurliQue. You’ll learn about prestige brands, cult brands, organic, paraben free, vegan, clean/ethical beauty, and all the latest trending products.
5 W E A R E A U N I T E D N AT I O N S We are proud of our diverse mix of students from around the globe, united in a passion for makeup. We don’t just teach you “our style” of makeup - it’s a sharing experience. Each student has the opportunity to express their cultural heritage and interests through the creative process. That way, we learn from each other. We encourage you to build on our training to express your own vision and tap into your heritage. Our International Students are a great resource. You bring your culture, your character and your experience. You already have creativity within you – we are here to help you express it in your own unique voice.
Top (Left and Right): Makeup: Kimi Ji (紀卜心), Blanche Macdonald graduate. Bottom (Left and Right): Makeup: Ashley Lai, Photographer: Zenaida Kwong. Behind-the-Scenes Photography: Kendahl Jung.
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I N T E R N AT I O N A L M A K E U P E S S E N T I A L S
I N T E R N AT I O N A L M A K E U P S T U D I O
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
DIPLOMA PROGRAM
will take Levels 1-3, totalling 140 hours
will take Levels 1-9, totalling 400 hours
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
LEVEL 1: MAKEUP ARTISTRY 1 Every makeup artist begins with a great foundation. Develop your foundational skills and knowledge, which will serve as a basis to build upon throughout the program. Gain the essentials of makeup application as you work with different skin types, tones, ages and ethnic groups. Our instructors will share their winning techniques for blending, contouring, shading and highlighting. Learn about face shape, eyes, lips, brows and skin care. Perform practical applications in daytime and evening makeup, classic, natural, glamour and dramatic styles. At CurliQue, our Beauty Boutique, you will develop hands-on product knowledge with Industry Pros.
LEVEL 2: BRIDAL MAKEUP Discover the creative and business sides of the lucrative bridal industry. Our instructors will teach you how to conduct a bridal makeup consultation, build client relationships and negotiate a contract. Create and apply traditional, contemporary, ethnic and avant-garde bridal makeup styles. Learn the secrets of flawless, sheer and natural bridal makeup. We’ll show you how to work with different skin types and styles, and incorporate bridal gowns and accessories into your makeup designs. Learn to work with a hairdresser and photographer on a professional bridal photo shoot, and begin compiling your portfolio images.
LEVEL 3: BRIDAL HAIR Learn fundamental hairstyling skills so that you can create a total look from head to toe. Our industry expert instructor will train you in styling techniques including roller setting, blowdrying, backcombing and finishing, and updos including scrunching, teasing, braiding and easy buns. Create vintage looks and contemporary styles as you begin to integrate hairstyling trends and current fashion looks into your designs. Upgrade your skills with a range of bridal hairstyles including the French twist, French roll, back bun, Spanish bun, knot tying, easy beehive and top head bun. We’ll show you how to position bridal hair accessories and incorporate twists and knots for contemporary styles.
Top (Left & right): Makeup: Farah Hasan, Blanche Macdonald graduate. Photography: Bill Yin Bottom (Left:) Makeup: Oz Zandiyeh, Blanche Macdonald graduate & instructor. Hair: Lisa Callendar, Blanche Macdonald instructor. Photography: Liz Dungate, Blanche Macdonald Creative Director. Bottom (Right): Makeup: Jon Hennessey, Blanche Macdonald instructor. Behind-the-Scenes Photography: Kendahl Jung.
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LEVEL 4: INTRO TO ART & TECHNOLOGY Learn how to capture your work through effective photography, and create eye-commanding visuals to project your makeup talent in the digital realm. With a professional photographer as your guide you will execute an industry-standard photoshoot. Discover how to maximize your digital camera to produce high quality results, select effective backdrops and lighting, and learn the essentials of photoshoot etiquette. You will produce industry standard shots of your work, receive professional feedback from a photographer, and learn first-hand the relationship between makeup and photography. We’ll identify the key features of a great portfolio, and help you choose your personal design elements to create your own winning portfolio.
LEVEL 5: FASHIONS IN MAKEUP & PHOTOGRAPHIC MAKEUP Explore the history of makeup as we study different eras of the 20th century and examine current makeup trends. You’ll create face charts and perform practical applications for runway and fashion show looks, model tests and actor headshots. Develop corrective and camouflage techniques and discover how lighting impacts makeup. Working with a creative team – hairstylist, fashion stylist, photographer and model – you will collaborate on a makeup look for a professional fashion photo shoot. Learn the role of a Makeup Artist in runway and print environments as you develop etiquette for working with production teams, clients and agencies.
LEVEL 6: AIRBRUSHING Turn air into an artform as you learn how to clean, assemble, load and operate an airbrush. Design character charts and experiment with patterns and textures. Learn to use masks, shields, templates and friskets as you apply beauty, glamour, fashion and fantasy makeup with an airbrush. Your instructors will teach you how cover tattoos and skin discolourations, and create airbrush tattoos. Then, design and perform an airbrush makeup application on the face, body and hair for a professional photo shoot.
LEVEL 7: FASHIONS IN MAKEUP: HIGH FASHION & CUTTING EDGE MAKEUP Fashion makeup meets the cutting edge as we explore contemporary makeup and avant garde looks. We’ll explore the fashion trends in makeup that are on the cutting edge of style and show you how to forecast future makeup trends. Discover how art, music, high fashion and street culture influence makeup, and analyze high fashion runway looks through discussions, visuals and video. As you continue to develop your skills and confidence in makeup application, you’ll take your talent into the future as you design, develop and apply a futuristic hair and makeup look for a professional photoshoot.
Facing Page: Kimi Ji (紀卜心), Blanche Macdonald Graduate.
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Fashion Design by Blanche Macdonald Graduate Mary Ebrahimi. Photography by Ron Sombilon.
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LEVEL 8: COSMETIC RETAILING & RESUMÉ In this hands-on career-coaching intensive, we’ll help you polish your professional style and develop your skills in business communications, career awareness and job search. Learn how to write a standout cover letter, produce an industry CV and conduct a winning interview. You’ll develop the tools and confidence to network, build relationships, and identify and communicate with prospective employers. Since many professional Makeup Artists begin their careers in retail, we’ll cover the essentials of “counter culture,” including the language of retail, sales and marketing techniques, customer service and client consultations. At CurliQue Beauty our Talent Team will guide you through their winning “Art of the Sale” technique and coach you on sales and customer care.
LEVEL 9: ART & TECHNOLOGY Combine your creative talents with technology as you learn how to promote yourself as a Makeup Professional using digital graphic design tools. Create your own digital portfolio presentation with Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft PowerPoint, and produce finished images for your portfolio. Optimize your photo shoot images for different media and learn how to synthesize your work with other digital content. Design a business card, retouch your images and produce a multimedia presentation. We’ll give you a portfolio masterclass so you can design and compile a professional portfolio for marketing your talents and developing industry connections. These tools will create impact and results as you begin your Makeup career.
PLEASE NOTE: The order of the International Makeup Studio Program modules that each student receives may vary due to instructor scheduling needs. Each student receives the exact same modules and total amount of training but the order of some modules may vary for certain groups. The college reserves the right to change course offerings, course content, kit contents, facilities, faculty, tuition fees, and course schedules without notice.
Left: Photography: KT Auleta. Makeup: Jon Hennessey. Hair: Freddy Sim. Styling: Leila Bani. Designer: Connor Donoghue. Blanche Macdonald graduates. Art Direction: Tyler Udall. Blanche Macdonald Executive Director of Fashion Design.
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Makeup: Jenna Kuchera. Blanche Macdonald graduate. Photography: Patryk Widejko.
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CAREERS & INDUSTRY CAREER SERVICES The Makeup industry offers endless opportunities for rewarding, creative and flexible careers. Whether your focus will be on Fashion, Bridal or Beauty, there’s a place for you in this industry. The skills that you develop on our Program can be transferred anywhere in the world - so there’s no limit to where you can go. Our fulltime Career Directors are your professional support team, offering you guidance and assistance during your student life and throughout your career. They are connected to all areas of the makeup industry, from luxury retail brands and leading fashion magazines to TV and Film departments and top talent agencies. You will be invited to join an exclusive web page where Career Directors will post opportunities in wedding, fashion and retail events to help you build your experience, network and portfolio. They will work tirelessly to connect you with employment, internship and volunteer opportunities – even after you graduate. Our Career Directors are dedicated to you and your success. They will support you in finding your perfect career fit, assist you in building your network, and help you in developing your confidence. Their guidance is good for life. It starts on your very first day and continues throughout your career.
INDUSTRY OVERVIEW FA S H I O N On red carpets and runways, Blanche Macdonald graduates are finding success in the Fashion Makeup world. Their work is featured on the stages of global fashion events and the pages of top fashion magazines. From Vancouver to Taipei, New York to Tokyo, London to Seoul, Mexico City to Beijing, our students are transforming their makeup passion into fashion careers. Our graduates and faculty have worked for some of the world’s most influential designers, including Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Rick Owens, Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen. They have collaborated with globally renowned artists, photographers and megabrands like MTV and Nike, and worked at high profile events including global Fashion Weeks and the Oscars.
WEDDING Flawless glamour, timeless grace: here comes the Bridal Makeup Artist. Many of our graduates have become successful wedding makeup artists, winning awards and building lucrative businesses. Constantly in demand, their calendars are filled year-round. They can choose their clients and decide their own schedule, enjoying creative freedom and flexible schedules. Wedding Makeup is a global business. It’s also an opportunity to express your creativity and draw from your heritage. With diverse styles from Indian Bollywood to Asian Glamour, many artists travel around the world to work at destination weddings. It’s not just a rewarding career - it’s a chance to connect with people from different cultures, and make their celebratory day truly special.
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RETAIL LEADERSHIP Many successful Makeup Artists begin their professional careers in Retail. Starting at a major retailer or cosmetic counter, they advance to Account Executive, Manager, District Manager, Area Supervisor, and even Regional and National Director. Others choose to focus in on one brand, training fellow Makeup Artists locally or on an international platform, educating about specific products, performing demos and giving presentations.
SOCIAL MEDIA In this fast-paced digital age, Social Media is where makeup stars are created. Many of our graduates are high-profile Social Media influencers who have thousands of followers, leading the way to international success and lucrative brands. They channel their creativity through blogs, images, tutorials and video to attract subscribers from across the world. Makeup careers are made on Instagram and YouTube, making Social Media one of the fastest-growing fields in the Industry.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Create couture looks for editorial, the runway or the red carpet as a Fashion Makeup Artist. • Provide the precious and personalized service of wedding makeup as a Bridal Makeup Artist. • Connect with customers, curate product and demonstrate your technique as a Retail Beauty Specialist, Retail Manager or Freelance Demo Artist. • Share the story, vision and concept of a brand with other makeup professionals as a Trainer or Pro Educator. • Curate product as a Makeup Purchasing Coordinator, using your skills for inventory control, buying, purchasing and negotiating to ensure the best mix for your market. • Promote your passion, build a brand and influence the makeup world as a Social Media Professional. • Share your insights and ideas as a Beauty Blogger or Vlogger, and build a subscriber base that will tune in to follow your creative journey. • Join an established company or brand as a Social Media Influencer, combining your makeup expertise with a keen sense of trends and an ability to engage an audience. • Tell compelling makeup stories as a Beauty Writer, captivating readers with reviews and editorial. • Go on a world tour with a band or performer, or create makeup looks for the stars, as a Celebrity Makeup Artist. • Use your eye for colour, design and form to advise shoppers, private clients and celebrities as a Beauty Consultant. • Develop your own makeup line and mix essences, compounds and colour as a Brand Creator. • Open your own business: start a mobile makeup biz, pop up a shop, or use your creativity to fill a unique niche in the makeup market as an Entrepreneur. • Share your passion and knowledge with the next generation of Makeup Artists as an Educator or Instructor. • Master the art of the Airbrush and paint your ideas to life as an Airbrush Artist. • Create living works of art for events, performances, ads, editorial and competitions as a Body Painter.
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SUCCESS STORIES KIMI JI (紀卜心) | TAIWANESE LIFESTYLE AND BEAUTY INFLUENCER WITH OVER 600K FOLLOWERS
Mega-popular Taiwanese social media star, Kimi Ji, spends her days showcasing products from some of the world’s leading brands like Marc Jacobs, Tiffany & Co., and Adidas. She’s amassed over 600k followers on her famously authentic Instagram account, @eatzzz7. Since graduating from our International Makeup Program, Kimi has taken the Taiwanese beauty market by storm collaborating with brands like Lancome, Nivea, and Guerlain. She has not only earned the trust of her massive amount of followers with her honest and genuine insights into popular lifestyle brands but now, with her makeup tips and tutorials as well! “Travelling abroad to Canada to study at the Blanche Macdonald Centre has been the most amazing experience! I especially loved my classes with our Bridal Makeup instructor, Marlayna Pincott! She is so inspiring and has endless patience for an International student like myself. I became such good friends with my classmates, and we would even make plans and spend time together outside of school! Taking the International Makeup Studio program was also the best decision for my career. I now feel much more confident and proud whenever I share my reviews about new beauty products on the market. Since graduating from Blanche Macdonald Centre, I’ve been approached by a lot more cosmetic brands to endorse their products!” LAURA SANCHEZ | NYX FACE AWARD WINNER, YOUTUBE STAR WITH OVER 1.5 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS
For Laura Sanchez, makeup is life. The LA-based Colombian Youtube makeup guru quickly amassed followers on her Youtube channel as one of the first beauty bloggers who spoke and narrated completely in Spanish. She built on her burgeoning popularity online with her NYX Face Award win in 2016 which secured her a spot as one of NYX’s international ambassadors. She’s collaborated with Latin pop stars Thalia and Camila Cabello of Fifth Harmony, as well as been featured in one of Meghan Trainor’s music videos. Her makeup and Youtube channel have been featured across numerous fashion publications such as Glamour Mexico, HOLA Magazine, Latin Times, racked, Tiger Beat, Teen Vogue, CNN Chile, and Latino Scoop. Essentially, Laura has become more than a beauty icon for the Latin American community. She has become an empowering role model who is continually challenging herself. Next on the horizon, is the debut of her own makeup line. JERRY KUO | TAIWANESE FASHION MAKEUP ARTIST BASED IN BEIJING
Makeup brushes can be magical. If they’re Jerry Kuo’s brushes, they’re magical travelling makeup brushes. They’ve taken Jerry from his homebase in Taiwan to New York Fashion Week, and landed him in back in Beijing a member of makeup royalty. He began his makeup career rubbing shoulders in class with international makeup illusion superstar, Mimi Choi and assisting fellow Blanche Macdonald graduate and #BackstagewithPatMcGrath winner, Jenna Kuchera. Jerry’s work has been featured in Chinese editions of international titles including Vogue, Elle, FHM, GQ and Harper’s Bazaar, as well as the runway of New York Fashion week for Laurence & Chico. ANA GUTIERREZ DE VELAZCO | MEXICAN HIGH FASHION MAKEUP ARTIST
Makeup Artist Ana Gutierrez De Velazco’s skills have placed her on the cutting edge of the fashion industry. Her work has been featured in some of the highest ranking fashion publications in the world such as Marie Claire Mexico, Glamour Mexico, Elle Mexico, and Harper’s Bazaar Mexico. Her makeup looks are so stunning that she’s been tapped to work alongside cosmetic brands like MAC Cosmetics (Mexico) and Chanel. As if her resume could be anymore impressive, she has also done event makeup for various mega-popular Latin celebrities like Marina Testino, Belén Chavanne, Cecilia Suárez, Tessa Ia and Calu Rivero.
Facing Page: Makeup: Mimi Choi, Blanche Macdonald graduate. Model & Hair: Kimi Ji (紀卜心), Blanche Macdonald graduate. Photography: Liz Dungate, Blanche Macdonald Creative Director.
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STUDY PERMITS
If you are planning to study in a program in Canada that is six months or less, you do not need a Study Permit. That means you can take our shorter programs without having to worry about getting extensive documentation. However, you must complete the course or program within the period authorized for your stay in Canada. Students enrolling in the more extensive International Makeup Studio Diploma program have the option of applying for a Study Permit. There are many benefits to having a Study Permit. Study Permit holders are eligible to work off-campus for up to 20 hours per week during their studies. This is an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the Canadian makeup industry. As a Study Permit holder you have the option to take our Co-op Work Experience Program. WORK EXPERIENCE: OUR CO-OP PROGRAM
This is available to those students registered in the six month International Makeup Studio Diploma program. Co-op is not available for the International Makeup Essentials Certificate program. You may choose to expand on your studies by adding on a six-month International Co-op Work Experience, giving you the opportunity to spend a full year in Canada. Our Co-op program allows you to work up to 40 hours a week and gain valuable industry experience. Our dedicated Makeup Career Department will help you secure a relevant Co-op Work placement, enabling you to gain professional industry experience even before you graduate. Our Career Directors will help you transition into work and develop your confidence so that you can train to become a professional. Please note: Makeup Co-op work experience are largely in Cosmetic Retailing positions. PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Our programs are scheduled so that you can balance your school and work life. If you have a study permit, you can work off campus for the same amount of hours per week as your course. You will also be able to do volunteer work. These opportunities will allow you to gain valuable experience and insight into the professional makeup industry. There are two scheduling options to choose from: 1. Full-Time Accelerated program: 5 days a week, Monday to Fridays 2. Full-Time Regular program: 3 days a week, Monday to Wednesdays or Wednesdays to Fridays CONTINUING YOUR STUDIES
You are eligible to transfer earned credits from the International Makeup Studio Diploma program to our Global Makeup Artistry Diploma program. You will be able to learn Makeup Artistry for TV & Film, special effects and digital makeup, and continue to expand your knowledge and technical ability. It’s the perfect way to continue on your professional path. Many International Students choose to upgrade their studies this way.
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PROGRAM ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS Applicants to the college must be a high school graduate or 19 years of age or older at the start of the student’s program of study. Applicants must demonstrate an interest and aptitude for the Makeup Artistry and possess the required English skill level for this program. If English is your primary language or you have successfully completed a minimum of two years of full-time English study, then you are not required to submit proof of your English proficiency. O N E Y E A R I N T E R N AT I O N A L M A K E U P S T U D I O C O - O P D I P L O M A P R O G R A M OPTIONAL: 6 MONTHS STUDY & 6 MONTHS PAID CO-OP CANADIAN WORK EXPERIENCE.
For those students registered in the International Makeup Studio Diploma, six months program, you can extend your time in Canada by another six months with a paid Co-op Work experience. Gain invaluable professional work experience and connections. Put your knowledge to practice and get a head-start in the industry! International students participating in our Co-op program have a great advantage by gaining professional work experience in their area of study before graduating from their Makeup Studio Co-op diploma program. Our Makeup Career Directors work closely to help prepare students for Co-op from the beginning of the study program to actual paid Co-op Work Experience placements in the industry. Students will require a Canadian Co-op Work Permit alongside their Study Permit. For more information, please contact the International department of admissions. Additional Co-op Fee will apply. Both the Study Permit and the Co-op Work Permit are required for the Co-op Work Experience Program.
P R O G R A M R E G I S T R AT I O N S T E P S STEP ONE - Submit an Online Application. There is no fee to submit an application. STEP TWO – Once an Admissions Director has received your online application, they will contact you to arrange an interview. This interview can be conducted in person or by phone. During the interview, the Admissions Director will have the opportunity to get to know you and for you to get to know us. We will address your questions and concerns, assess your aptitude for the program, your English proficiency, provide program, industry, and tuition information. STEP THREE – Once you are accepted into the program, the following will be required to complete your registration: 1. Identification – copy of passport 2. Non-refundable program registration fee payment and tuition deposit payment are required to secure your spot in the program start date. Please refer to the Tuition Payment Plan options and choose one that works best for you. STEP FOUR – Upon receiving your payments, the following steps will follow: 1. 2. 3.
An Enrolment Agreement will be forwarded to you for your signature. A formal Letter of Acceptance will be issued It is the sole responsibility of the student to arrange or any necessary study permit, visa, and extensions before starting their program.
STEP FIVE – An Orientation email will be sent to you before you start.
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Robson Street—Downtown Campus 460 Robson Street, Vancouver, Canada T. 604.685.0337
Atelier—Midtown Campus + CurliQue Beauty Boutique + Q&A Hair Salon 201 – 410 Robson Street, Vancouver, Canada T. 604.685.5560
The Blanche Macdonald Centre holds a designation certificate issued by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of British Columbia, holds an Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation and is a designated learning institution with Citizenship & Immigration Canada (CIC). A division of Pacifique Riche Enterprises Ltd. The college reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant who does not meet each of these admission requirements. At the Blanche Macdonald Centre, it is important to us that you are committed to your studies, well suited to this industry, and able to handle the academic, financial and personal demands of the program. We are here to help address any of your concerns and to help you and your family as best as we can with the admissions process. Copyright © 2018 by Blanche Macdonald Centre, a division of Pacifique Riche Enterprises Ltd. All Rights Reserved. These materials and the programs and information described herein are the proprietary intellectual property of Blanche Macdonald Centre and no portion thereof may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, scanning, downloading, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without the express written permission of Blanche Macdonald Centre. Any infringement of the intellectual property rights of Blanche Macdonald Centre will result in Blanche Macdonald Centre exercising its available legal remedies without further notice.