Final Checks Agency
The agency for makeup, hair & SPX trainees
Ready to jumpstart your career in television, film, fashion or beauty? Final Checks Agency is a supportive platform for trainees in makeup, hair and special effects to gain real experience, build an impressive portfolio and get the opportunities that fast-track a career.
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Why join Final Checks Agency?
Gain first-hand experience assisting renowned professionals in the industry. Elevate your skills and enhance your portfolio like never before.
Paid jobs or experience-based positions to suit your goals. Final Checks takes no commission from jobs offered to our trainees: what you earn is yours.
A dedicated trainee handbook written by industry expert Amy Read, plus workshops covering practical skills and CV essentials. Everything you need to thrive.
Where will it take you?
Your next job could be on a Netflix drama
Where we place our artists
Recent trainee and graduate placements through the agency and our industry partners.
See the full trainee portfolio.
Our patrons
Industry patrons who open doors for our agency artists and share their journeys in private Q&A sessions through the year.
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Industry expert and author of the Final Checks trainee handbook.
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Makeup and hair designer working across TV, film and fashion.
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International makeup and hair designer, creative director and educator.
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Hair and makeup artist working across fashion, music and screen.
Membership
Your membership runs for one year from the day you join the agency.
A comprehensive guide written by leading industry expert Amy Read, packed with insider tips and best practice.
Personalised guidance to design a standout CV that makes you shine in front of potential employers.
Hands-on workshops across the UK, working directly with industry leaders to refine your craft and broaden your network.
Exclusive sessions with top designers, producers, agents and past trainees, plus wellbeing advice, throughout the year.
Final Checks takes no commission from any job offered through the agency.
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0%Of what you earn is yours
What happens next?
Our team promptly sets you up in our database so your details are ready for job opportunities.
You receive a separate email to complete your payment plan via GoCardless. This secures your place and unlocks the services.
Once payment is set up we review and verify that your information is accurate and up to date.
We share resources, tips and industry insight, and connect you with roles where you can showcase your talent.
Flexible payment options
One-time payment of £650.
Two instalments of £325.
Five monthly instalments of £130.
Our administration team works hard, connecting regularly with designers, producers and production teams so our artists are continually supported with opportunities. We do not take commission from any of those jobs: what you earn is yours.
Partnerships
Joining the agency gives you access to partnerships with recognised industry leaders, including Warner Bros, Netflix, Film London, BAFTA and ScreenSkills, plus top hair and makeup designers actively seeking new trainees and experienced assistants.
Ready to take the leap?
Connect with like-minded creatives, empower your dreams and step into the industry with confidence. Apply now to join a programme that nurtures talent and opens doors for the next generation of makeup artists and hair stylists.
Funding support
ScreenSkills funding is available for shorter courses only, offering bursaries to help support training in the screen industries. If you are eligible, it can cover a large part of the cost of a short course with us.
£2,000bursaries available towards eligible short courses
New looks, backstage moments, student work and course dates, posted every week. Come and see what our trainees are creating.
Newsletter
New course dates, open days, bursary news and the best of our trainees’ work, straight to your inbox. No spam, just the good stuff.
We only email when there is something worth telling you about, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
An industry-led makeup and hair academy in Dagenham, East London. Endorsed by BAFTA and ScreenSkills, with guaranteed paid work experience for every graduate.
