The Makeup Academy NYC is a launchpad for creative dreams, empowering aspiring makeup artists with hands-on training, industry connections and real-world opportunities. From Fashion Week and editorial shoots to bridal teams and commercial productions, our graduates are shaping the beauty industry around the world.
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Our most comprehensive program combines beauty, bridal, editorial, runway, television, business, branding, photoshoots and real industry experience into one immersive education.
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At The Makeup Academy NYC, graduation is only the beginning. Every student receives exclusive access to two powerful platforms designed to help launch and grow a successful career.
Behind the Scenes is your private alumni platform where curated opportunities, jobs, networking, mentors and business resources continue long after graduation.
Every student participates in professional portfolio photoshoots and receives magazine-quality images ready to impress agencies, brands and clients.
Every image below was created by a student during their training at The Makeup Academy NYC.






Master soft glam, bridal artistry, mature skin, airbrush, hairstyling and private client services.
Create prosthetics, wounds, creatures and cinematic makeup effects for television and film.
Learn everyday makeup techniques tailored specifically to your face, features and lifestyle.
Training professional makeup artists in New York City.
Working throughout fashion, bridal, TV, film and beauty.
Artists from around the world train at TMA each year.
Built around real-world education and industry experience.
Our graduates continue their careers backstage at Fashion Week, on television and film productions, editorial shoots, bridal teams, luxury brands, commercial campaigns and private clientele around the world.
Take the first step toward your dream career. Our Admissions Team is ready to answer your questions and help you choose the perfect program.
Programs
Learn about the Makeup Industry and Careers, Participate in Makeup Demos, Chat with Instructors & Alumni, And more.
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Sanitation Standards online training teaches sanitation at a health-grade level. A health grade level means we mirror protocols that hospitals use to prevent the spread of bacteria, viruses, and blood-borne pathogens. This training supersedes any state mandates or cosmetology licensing. Unlike most sanitation programs or protocols, the training was created in partnership with a microbiologist. Microbiologists study microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi, and some types of parasites. They try to understand how these organisms live, grow, and interact with their environments. The training was designed for all learning styles, with interactions and videos as content delivery compositions.
INCLUDES:
*Digital Certification Badge—After successfully completing the training and the course feedback, your customized digital badge will be available once you exit the training.
*Certificate of Completion and Prestige Pin – Upon successful completion of the training, you will receive a Certificate of Completion and Prestige Pin.
Learn more about our programs, see our makeup kit, meet the instructors and students, and tell us all about your makeup goals! We look forward to meeting you!
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I am looking forward to helping make your dreams come true.
Julie Clapsaddle,
Director of Admissions
332-334-8848
Please note: Photos sitewide reflect student work from their in-class photoshoot(s).
Please note: Photos sitewide reflect student work from their in-class photoshoot(s).
Are you a Professional Model looking to add new photos to your portfolio? Please complete this form.
As part of our student’s curriculum, they participate in portfolio photoshoots working with professional models to showcase their makeup! If you are selected to join us, you will get 2-3 looks and 4-6 retouched photos and lunch is provided! These opportunities are unpaid, however, you will network with photographers, artist and other models and have a great experience on campus with us! Looks are at the discretion of our artists based on what they are looking to add to their portfolios. You will be on campus from 8:30 – 3 for a typical shoot and we have both weekday and weekend shoot dates.
If you would love to participate in class demos and work with students in class, please complete this form.
Our students, both weekday and weekend, are always looking for new faces to practice their makeup techniques on! If you are interested in joining in on the fun and adding your name to our model list, please fill out the form below! This list will be available to our students who can reach out to you directly if they are interested in having you in for class! The time commitment is generally 10am- 2pm and you will have a ton of fun, get some great selfies, and learn a lot about makeup!