BUSINESS TIPS FOR MAKEUP ARTISTS: Beginner tips + getting clients

I am sharing TOP SECRET knowledge that I've acquired over the last 8 years of being a makeup artist. I'm here to share EVERYTHING that I've learned with you! If you are a makeup artist that is either starting out or wanting to up their game, TUNE IN!!
PRODUCTS USED (contains affiliate links):
SKINCARE:
Drmtlgy Brightening Eye Masks: www.drmtlgy.com/products/brig...
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream: go.magik.ly/ml/1v5lu/
Fresh Sugar Lip Balm (Caramel): go.magik.ly/ml/1v5lx/
Elf Power Grip Primer w/ Niacinamide: go.magik.ly/ml/1qwn3/
BROWS/EYES:
Benefit Gimme Brow (4.5): go.magik.ly/ml/1v5n2/
Pat McGrath Mothership VII Eyeshadow Palette Divine Rose: go.magik.ly/ml/1v5na/
KVD Beauty Tattoo Liner (Trooper Black): go.magik.ly/ml/1v5ng/
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes Volume Mascara: go.magik.ly/ml/1v5nk/
FACE:
Lancome Care & Glow Foundation (230W)(used as eye primer): go.magik.ly/ml/1mnvh/
Catrice True Skin Concealer (010 Cool Cashmere): amzn.to/44yDSlk
Maybelline Fit Me Loose Powder (Light): go.magik.ly/ml/1fkl0/
KVD Beauty Modcon Liquid-Gel Contour. (Medium): go.magik.ly/ml/1uc0c/
Milk Cream Blush Stick (Werk): go.magik.ly/ml/1v5mi/
Makeup Revolution Bronzer Reloaded (Long Weekend): go.magik.ly/ml/1v5mm/
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush (Ethereal Glow): go.magik.ly/ml/1v5mq/
Nabla Skin Glazing (Ozone):go.magik.ly/ml/1mnvt/
LIPS:
Makeup by Mario Lip Pencil (Dark Chocolate): go.magik.ly/ml/1uiod/
Nars Velvet Lip Glide (Stripped): DISCONTINUED SADLY
AMAZON STOREFRONT:www.amazon.com/shop/julieruby
MUA BUSINESS TEMPLATES: shopjulieruby.com/
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CONNECT WITH ME:
Instagram: / juliemarie_artistry
Website: jmartistrymakeup.com/
BUSINESS INQUIRIES ONLY: julie@jmartistrymakeup.com
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EQUIPMENT:
Camera: Sony A600 & Sony ZV-1
Editing Software: @Wondershare Filmora Video Editor
Music: @Epidemic Sound
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 devaluing your career
01:43 overspending on makeup kit
04:25 invest in yourself
05:15 build your portfolio
07:47 make connections
09:03 say "no"
11:18 develop a signature style
12:58 stop trading time for money
14:16 diversify your income
15:53 mental health

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  • @shushnow3812
    @shushnow3812 Жыл бұрын

    Love the phrase “specialize in makeup artistry”. Thank you for all the tips!

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes! So important to phrase things in a positive way ;)

  • @raquelwilhelm719
    @raquelwilhelm71911 ай бұрын

    So glad I watched this-I have a wedding tomorrow and was getting the jitters. I have a career in addition to trying to get into free lance full time and the burn out and mental health is so real.

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    Hey I hope your wedding goes amazing!! I’m sure you’ll do great :) It’s perfectly normal to have some nerves happen before the wedding. I struggle with anxiety so it still happens to this day. The important part is to figure out how to handle it before you really give into it.

  • @mmcbymimi
    @mmcbymimi Жыл бұрын

    So on point Julie. I definitely made the mistake of over investing in my kit at first because I wanted to give my “clients” the best quality but I did run into a slow season and now I have to toss things and it sucks 😢. I also have a client I regret taking and wish I would’ve set the standard and said I wasn’t the artist for her. I’m going to really take these tips to heart and I’ve already started implementing big changes. Thank you so much for all you do. I love your content ❤

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    I think all of us have had a little Kit obsession trying to make it perfect! Unfortunately, we all learn the hard way haha also learning to set boundaries and being picky about jobs is key too. I’m sorry you had that experience with a client. Everything that is seen as a mistake should be turned into a learning experience though :)

  • @RaquelAlbaBeauty
    @RaquelAlbaBeauty Жыл бұрын

    These tips were so helpful! You definitely made me realize I need to change my language around "only doing makeup," when a client asks for hair as well. I downgrade myself a lot and I need to stop doing that!

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s hard! It’s so ingrained in us to phrase things like that. We aren’t any less valuable … instead we learned to “perfect” and really hone in on the one area that we love the most :)

  • @wendylnyc447
    @wendylnyc447 Жыл бұрын

    You should be doing one on one business coaching, you are inspiring and awesome!!

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Aww thank you so much! I've thought about it, but I'm just not sure how to go about pricing it haha.

  • @mariacastaneda9583
    @mariacastaneda95837 ай бұрын

    I love how you mentioned to take time for yourself. Yes! So vital! 💙

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    7 ай бұрын

    Yes!! This may be the most important tip of them all 🙌🏻

  • @Ginnabake2
    @Ginnabake2 Жыл бұрын

    First, your makeup is so beautiful. second, thank you to share your experience and for such a value information. I went to school in 2017 to be a makeup artists but I can only say one thing about that I fail doing that, no because of my work, I believe it was because I didn’t know how to get clients.

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! It’s so hard to get into this field because of how hard it is to get clients. I 100% feel that. Working on gaining connections is key. I’ve found out the hard way that people won’t come to you starting out.

  • @StephaniesHammond
    @StephaniesHammond Жыл бұрын

    Your content has been so helpful! love it!

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad you found the tips helpful!! :)

  • @aidamanuel10
    @aidamanuel10 Жыл бұрын

    You have said it all in this video!!! Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and knowledge!!!!

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad you loved the video :) thank you so much!!

  • @SandraSanchez-pl6ly
    @SandraSanchez-pl6ly Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for all the tips. I truly appreciate all the knowledge. I will definitely put some of these into action.

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank so much! I'm glad you got some takeaway tips :)

  • @deshalidezoysa3508
    @deshalidezoysa350811 ай бұрын

    Thank you for making this video! . this is the video I needed.

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    I'm glad you liked it! Hopefully you picked up some great tips :)

  • @lillenz1
    @lillenz1 Жыл бұрын

    Such valuable information! ❤

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad to hear that :)

  • @Blallaw
    @Blallaw10 ай бұрын

    Absolutely fantastic advice thank you so much x

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    10 ай бұрын

    I’m glad you liked the video!

  • @samanthamichelle2094
    @samanthamichelle2094 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Julie!!!

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching! :)

  • @kellyeats_oats
    @kellyeats_oats Жыл бұрын

    This is such a helpful video! Opens my eyes up more on about what a makeup artist career entails. Thank you Julie!

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad to hear you got some good info :) thank you so much for watching!!

  • @milysarahiiii
    @milysarahiiii10 ай бұрын

    You are indeed the best! I've been following you since day one, and your professionalism is everything! I've learned so much from you and now taking this business seriously with your help 😍

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    10 ай бұрын

    Aww thank you so much!! I really appreciate it and I’m so glad my channel has really helped you out :)

  • @Beautybyprincess.o
    @Beautybyprincess.o Жыл бұрын

    Thankyou so much for the updated tips julie! the 5 days of editing was so worth it!Very spot on! Oh and this eyeshadow look was so gorgeous😍😍😍

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Aww thanks so much!! I tried to get more creative with the edits and visuals this time that’s why it took so long 😂 I’m glad you loved the video!

  • @GlamsByAng
    @GlamsByAng11 ай бұрын

    I have been watching you for about a year now and let me just say that you have helped me so much business wise and I am so grateful! Thank you so much for these videos!❤

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    Aww that's amazing! Thank you so much for continuing to watch my videos :)

  • @user-tk7db4tw4y
    @user-tk7db4tw4y11 ай бұрын

    Hi Julie, amazing tips very grateful for the information. You are very informative, and knowledge is great. Thank you

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    Aww thanks so much!!

  • @jenniferalmel5825
    @jenniferalmel5825 Жыл бұрын

    love the advice on mental health ❤

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s honestly one of the most important tips on here!! 🙌🏻

  • @ilovemarcandjlo18
    @ilovemarcandjlo1811 ай бұрын

    I can’t thank you enough for this video, I really need this at the moment, as I am just about to purchase my make up course xx

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    Hey congrats that’s so exciting!! I hope you love the makeup course :)

  • @kiararudd6042
    @kiararudd604211 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much! This is exactly what I need it to hear. I’m starting my career as a makeup artist and I’m getting stress out about not getting as many clients as I hoped 😢

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    I’m so glad this helped! It is a common misconception that once you launch your business you’ll automatically have clients lined up and it’s disappointing when that doesn’t happen. I would focus on getting your name out there and connecting with locals :)

  • @yissedgarcia
    @yissedgarcia Жыл бұрын

    Love all the tips😊

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @kayleighrodriguez0827
    @kayleighrodriguez082711 ай бұрын

    I am an aspiring makeup artist, I just graduated and onto becoming an esthetician. I haven’t really come across a channel like yours and I just want to thank you!! All of the information that you provide in your videos has been very helpful! ❤️

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    Hi Kayleigh! That’s amazing that you want to pursue makeup artistry as a career :) I’m so glad that you found my channel! Make sure to check out my Business for Makeup Artists playlist as I made specific videos about requested topics!

  • @wishlist_12wishlist55
    @wishlist_12wishlist55 Жыл бұрын

    Oh, just missed the live! Gonna watch soon ❤

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Missed you there! Hope you enjoy it :)

  • @rarecoral212
    @rarecoral212 Жыл бұрын

    Love your hair.

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @rarecoral212

    @rarecoral212

    Жыл бұрын

    @@julieruby you’re welcome 💖

  • @Renicruz
    @Renicruz Жыл бұрын

    The tips are amazing and the edit is on point 😊

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Aww thanks so much!! I’m glad they were helpful and that you liked the edits. I don’t usually do that much so I’m glad it wasn’t too annoying haha.

  • @Renicruz

    @Renicruz

    Жыл бұрын

    @@julieruby🤍🤍🤍

  • @margiesbeauty
    @margiesbeauty Жыл бұрын

    These tips are very helpful

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m so glad to hear that! :)

  • @melodan1289
    @melodan1289 Жыл бұрын

    I fallow you all a way from Syria I love you and you're videos a lot keep it up ♡♡♡♡♡

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Aww thank you so much!

  • @jacquishepherd5337
    @jacquishepherd5337 Жыл бұрын

    great video im doing makeup and hair part time. i also work at retail store. i miss doing bridal makeup/hair i now do school musicals and dance school concerts

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!! I bet you do miss it but at least you are still doing something you enjoy now :)

  • @pikachu243
    @pikachu243 Жыл бұрын

    This tips are amazing, gonna help us alot. Can you also show us how to start building kits and curate the packages aswell

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! Check out my makeup artist playlist :) I’ve done a couple of videos on tips for building a makeup kit!

  • @anmyyoutube
    @anmyyoutube11 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your tips! Question about styled photoshoot: did you organize all the vendors, reached out first? Or they did? Thank you!

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    Hi! I’m glad you found the video helpful :) I usually have others reach out to me for the styles shoots but I’ve seen makeup artists host them themselves too!

  • @claudiarbmermayd1195
    @claudiarbmermayd1195 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Julie! Great tips thank you for sharing :) Your eyeshadow looks gorgeous. Not sure if you saw my last comment...you mentioned you like the dark shade of blush in the Nars holiday star palette. I found the palette in a TJ Maxx last month.Maybe you can find one at your local store. Have a great rest of your week.

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi Claudia! Thank you so much :) yes I did see that comment. Too bad tj maxx isn’t super consistent with products and it’s all random haha. Mine does have it :( also in the future I’ll have to find something permanent too but I really do appreciate you mentioning it!

  • @claudiarbmermayd1195

    @claudiarbmermayd1195

    Жыл бұрын

    @@julieruby yes TJM is so random and I don't have the patience to go there regularly. I just happened to stop by one day LOL

  • @mrs_j_bolle
    @mrs_j_bolle Жыл бұрын

    ❤❤❤

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching :)

  • @adrianratliff3964
    @adrianratliff396411 ай бұрын

    Where can I find business and finance classes ? Great tips thank you ❤

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    You can either take some online or find colleges that offer this :) I personally didn't take any, but I do have an office job that lets me deal with the business financials so I learned on the job. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @breezybears
    @breezybears8 ай бұрын

    Yes!!! The mental health burn out is real. 😢

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    8 ай бұрын

    1000%!

  • @breezybears

    @breezybears

    8 ай бұрын

    I didn’t realize this until this year 😢 over 55 weddings and I’ve noticed the last few weddings I’m so silent. When they have us traveling 2 hours at 6am and I’ve been up since 5, I am TIRED 🥱 by the time to get there. So many clients do not understand that it’s draining. No breakfast, lunch or snack while standing there working for 5 hours nonstop. Thanks so much for bringing this up. I’m repricing my packages and rates this week!

  • @neverfallinluv
    @neverfallinluv11 ай бұрын

    Love this video! Is the income from KZread substantial?

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much :) For KZread, it completely depends on what you consider“substantial”. With me personally, no it’s not. I would say that about 10-15% of my income is from KZread. It’s not really much, but it does have the potential to allow for growth :) You definitely have to put forth the effort to get to a good point, but once you do, you can make limitless amounts of money which is nice!

  • @GinnyK101
    @GinnyK10111 ай бұрын

    How do you vet the models that come to your home studio? If at all x

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    11 ай бұрын

    Great question! A lot of models I already know from working with and some a friends/family. Every once in a while I will have someone come that I don’t know but it doesn’t really bother me since I never know my bridal clients ahead of time either. I do usually ask them a few questions about themselves but it’s not that deep.

  • @teyaboyan2985
    @teyaboyan2985 Жыл бұрын

    Great Information. I just update my bio. Specialize in Makeup Artistry❤💄 Thank You.

  • @julieruby

    @julieruby

    Жыл бұрын

    Amazing! I’m glad you got some helpful info :)