The Advanced Special Effects Makeup, Prosthetics, and Props Post Graduate Certificate at Sheridan College’s Trafalgar (Oakville) campus prepares students for careers in film, TV, theater, and themed entertainment. The program covers sculpting, mold-making, animatronics, and prosthetic application. Students gain hands-on experience creating lifelike special effects, realistic prosthetics, and industry-standard props. Graduates can work in film production, theatrical design, and special effects studios, bringing characters and creatures to life through innovative makeup and prop techniques.

Career Options:

Job Title	NOC Code	Salary Range (CAD)	Job Description
Special Effects Makeup Artist	53124	$45,000 - $90,000	Create realistic prosthetics, character makeup, and special effects for film, TV, and theater.
Prosthetic Technician	32129	$50,000 - $85,000	Design and fabricate prosthetic limbs, facial prosthetics, and other body modifications for entertainment or medical use.
Prop Designer/Fabricator	52119	$50,000 - $95,000	Design and construct props and set pieces for film, television, theater, and themed entertainment.
Animatronics Technician	22312	$55,000 - $100,000	Develop mechanical and electronic effects for animatronic characters and props in films, theme parks, and museums.
Sculptor/Mold Maker	53122	$45,000 - $85,000	Create sculptures and molds for prosthetics, masks, and special effects makeup applications.

Career Options:

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Salary Range (CAD)

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Special Effects Makeup Artist

Prosthetic Technician

Prop Designer/Fabricator

Animatronics Technician

Sculptor/Mold Maker

Advanced Special Effects Makeup; Prosthetics and Props