Which role applies makeup to actors?

• A. Sound Recordist
• B. Makeup Artist
• C. Editor
• D. Grip

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is identifying who handles cosmetics on set. The person who applies makeup to actors is the makeup artist. They are responsible for planning and applying the actors’ makeup, keeping it consistent across scenes, and adjusting it for lighting, costumes, and character needs. They may also do special effects makeup or prosthetics when a role requires it and often work with a makeup supervisor or key makeup artist to maintain the look throughout production.

Roles like the sound recordist, editor, or grip focus on other parts of filmmaking—capturing audio, cutting footage, or handling camera and rigging—so they aren’t involved in applying makeup to actors.