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Debrief with a diva
By Paint By BrockArts
Debrief with a diva episodes
- Do followers really matter when working with brands?
“Do followers really matter when working with brands?”
On this week’s episode of Debrief with a Diva Brock is joined by Makeup Artist turned full time founder Beth from Saint Jack! Brock and Beth chat leaving makeup to become a founder, how to get brands to sponsor masterclasses and Beth’s best marketing advice for brands and creatives. Beth and Brock with the all important diva moment and Beth has had enough of AI slop.
CHAPTERS
00:00 A chaotic start
02:30 The story behind Saint Jack
07:25 Beth’s makeup artistry background
08:50 Why personality-led content beats boring product posts
15:09 Beth’s Makeup Journey
16:34 Why Beth stepped away from bridal makeup
21:25 How Beth and Brock first connected
22:53 Follower counts dont’ always matter
26:30 What Beth looks for in a masterclass sponsorship
36:24 The Saint Jack brushes
41:23 The story behind the Saint Jack name
46:36 Marketing advice for makeup artists and brand founders
48:22 What’s next for Saint Jack
49:48 Beth’s take on AI slop
ONLINE EDUCATION
https://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1
WHERE TO FIND BROCK
https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/
https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock
https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK
WHERE TO FIND SAINT JACK
https://www.instagram.com/bysaintjack/?hl=en
https://saintjack.com.au/?srsltid=AU7gw4XrKgFTbAcPtlMPDK6fjcT0IlM8vmyBb9FJtzaW3iHZ-hipMHBx
INTRO/OUTRO SONG
Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMW
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
53 min - Don't be disgusting with your makeup kit
“Don’t be disgusting with your makeup kit”
An episode sparked by Brock being pissed off! In this week’s episode of Debrief with a Diva, Brock’s talking all things hygiene in the makeup industry. Whether you’re still putting lipgloss straight on the lips or double dipping cream products, Brock’s going to tell you off in this episode (in a friendly older brother way) But! You’re not just hearing it from the diva… listeners have sent in their hygiene horror stories and Brock doesn’t hold back.
CHAPTERS
01:49 — Intro
03:15 — Hygiene horror stories
05:01 — Why dirty sponges should never be shared
08:25 — Clients share their worst experiences
10:34 — Personal hygiene is part of the job
11:27 — What not to do…
14:43 — Spot cleaning brushes its not cutting it
17:20 — Eyeliners and Lip liners
18:38 — When I applying product directly to the face
19:08 — Hygiene supplies for your makeup kit
22:24 — Disposables
23:50 — Horror stories from listeners
25:53 — Dirty brushes work better
28:11 — Final verdict on unhygienic artists
28:40 — iPhone storage and iCloud
30:34 — Outro
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ONLINE EDUCATION
https://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1
WHERE TO FIND BROCK
https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/
https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock
https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK
INTRO/OUTRO SONG
Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMW
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
32 min - “You can’t work yourself to the ground”
“You can’t work yourself to the ground”
The Diva is back and this week with a very special guest… Kate Devlin! One of Australia’s best artists shares how she built a booked-out bridal makeup business throughout her 10 years in the industry! She shares her secrets to building a bridal empire and the toll it can take on your body if you don’t look after yourself in a demanding industry. Kate and Brock discuss pricing and how many artists including Kate should be charging more for their talent. lets not forget Kate unleashes whats pissing her off and I think you’ll definitely agree, are brow laminations done?
CHAPTERS
- 00:00 — Introduction
- 00:32 — 10 years freelancing as a bridal makeup artist
- 01:42 — Growing up in the country
- 03:50 — Getting into makeup and studying
- 05:11 — Over 100 weddings in a year?
- 06:31 — Nearly booked out next year already?
- 08:50 — Venue vendor lists and industry connections
- 12:02 — Why the bride shouldn’t go last
- 13:43 — Crazy wedding mornings
- 18:42 — Burnout, voice loss, and health problems
- 21:19 — Advice for baby MUAs
- 23:27 — Fried laminated brows
BROCKS ONLINE EDUCATION
https://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1
WHERE TO FIND KATE
https://www.instagram.com/katedevlin/?hl=en
WHERE TO FIND BROCK
https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/
https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock
https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK
INTRO/OUTRO SONG
Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMW
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
27 min - my pricing just went up and so should yours
“My pricing just went up and so should yours”
Paint By Brock is not holding back! (as per usual) In this episode we are talking all things pricing in the freelance world! I break my golden rule not broadcasting pricing increases by doing this topic but it had to be done. I’m digging deep into what a makeup artist actually makes and how to price accurately for your business, expenses and most importantly travel! And let’s not forget, I’m having my diva moment at the end of the episode, specifically for you people that are selling yourselves short!
CHAPTERS
0:00 — The diva is back
0:27 — Why pricing matters right now
4:51 — You’re basically apologising for increasing your prices
10:41 — My current pricing breakdown
11:56 — Why does Bridal cost more?
17:15 — The journey from $120 to $250
18:12 — Real business and real expenses
22:27 — Why fewer clients can mean better work
25:20 — A client told me I need to charge more
26:53 — Why $250 is not actually that much
35:34 — I’m not leaving the house for less than…
40:11 — How much should a smaller MUA charge?
43:24 — Raise the prices and see what happens
45:14 — What’s pissing me off
50:01 — Whats coming soon
ONLINE EDUCATION
https://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1
WHERE TO FIND BROCK
https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/
https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock
https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK
INTRO/OUTRO SONG
Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMW
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
52 min - sometimes free work is worth it
“Sometimes free work is worth it”
In this episode Makeup Artist Paint by Brock interviews full time model and content creator Alicja Marszalek! Brock asks deep questions many are too afraid to ask, specifically about models working for free in the industry! Alicja gives us the scoop all about the world of Modelling and how AI is creeping in on the modelling industry! If you don’t know how to approach models in the industry or want to grow your social presence this is the episode for you and as per usual its unfiltered! WARNING we have many diva moments and laughs throughout this episode.
CHAPTERS
0:00 — Brock introduces this weeks guest!
2:00 — Who is Alicja Marszalek?
4:32 — When free work is worth it
8:34 — What a model will look at when your approaching for free work
10:06 —Inspiration for the baby models
12:40 — How has Alicja grown her following so quickly?
15:05 — Perfection kills authenticity
17:16 — AI MODELS?
19:31 — Sometimes keeping things private is okay
ONLINE EDUCATION
https://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1
WHERE TO FIND BROCK
https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/
https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock
https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK
WHERE TO FIND ALICJA
https://www.instagram.com/alicja_marszalek/?hl=en
https://www.everi-body.com/divisions/talent/portfolios/alicja
INTRO/OUTRO SONG
Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMW
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
33 min - The advice I would give to younger Brock
“The advice I would give to younger Brock”
In this episode Makeup Artist Paint by Brock gives advice to new and seasoned Makeup Artists! From what Brock would do from the very start of your career to whats he’s been doing this year to keep momentum, success and reach his goals. All the mistakes and real life scenarios (unfiltered as usual) to really show that there’s always bumps in the road to create your dream life! And lets not forget Brock has his diva moment and he’s mad this week about sticky tape… You’ll just have to listen to find out!
CHAPTERS
- 00:00 Where did these sunglasses come from
- 01:13 Todays episode
- 03:54 Working confidently across all skin tones
- 10:37 Free work, content, and building experience
- 12:50 Why retail experience matters
- 16:09 Honest feedback and improving your craft
- 19:17 Running the business backend properly
- 21:51 Kindness will get you far
- 24:34 The checklist for success
- 26:11 Whats pissing this diva off
ONLINE EDUCATION
https://www.paintbybrock.com/online-education-1
WHERE TO FIND BROCK
https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/
https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock
https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK
INTRO/OUTRO SONG
Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMW
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
32 min - Closed mouths don't get fed
“Closed mouths don’t get fed with Ellie Durbridge"
Ellie is one of my favourite makeup artists PERIOD! Her talent can be seen in her work living in London and now down under in Australia! She has a catalogue of pro artistry under her belt, whether that be assisting the top artists in the game, glamming celebrity clientele or creating her own perfected etherial glams. We deep dive into Ellie’s life in London, the key things for assisting your favourite artists, tips for moving overseas as a creative and a safe space for Ellie to have a diva moment!
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Ellie and Her Journey
02:49 Ellie's Artistry and Style Evolution
05:54 Comparing the Makeup Industry: Australia vs London
12:13 What you need to know about moving overseas as a freelancer
17:58 Advice for Aspiring Makeup Artists and Assistants
19:35 Assisting and Learning in the Industry
25:02 Future Aspirations and Growth
28:40 Ellie has her diva moment and tells us what's
pissing her off
WHERE TO FIND ELLIE
https://www.instagram.com/makeupbyelliedurbridge/
WHERE TO FIND BROCK
https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/
https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock
https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK
INTRO/OUTRO SONG
Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMW
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
32 min - WTF is Debrief with a Diva
“WTF is Debrief with a Diva "
The diva is here! You’ve all heard me in short form content chatting what i’m passionate about (makeup of-course) but here is your extended look into my world and the people I love and admire! In this episode i’m breaking down who I really am and how in less than a year I’ve gained 20,000 followers, hosted 4 masterclasses, grew my self confidence and finally feel like I’ve found my artistic style! Oh and not to forget I’ll be yapping about who inspires me in and out of the industry and I have a little “Diva” moment at the end of the episode where I get too get things off my chest.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Welcome and episode overview
01:18 - My upbringing in a small town
02:15 - Moving to Brisbane and career ambitions
02:42 - I’ve always been a diva even on the family farm
03:40 - Moving to the city
04:31 - Overcoming bullying
05:18 - Developing a career in makeup artistry
05:39 - Building social media presence
06:07 - The shift from hobby to profession
06:34 - Why authenticity is key on social media
07:01 - The importance of personality in content
07:16 - Learning from industry inspirations and mentors
08:15 - Viral success within the past year
11:47 - Brock’s favourite industry icons and inspirations
12:15 - What it means to be a diva
15:24 - I hate moving
17:09 - Wrap-up and upcoming content
WHERE TO FIND BROCK
https://www.instagram.com/paintbybrock/
https://www.tiktok.com/@paintbybrock
https://www.youtube.com/@PAINTBYBROCK
INTRO/OUTRO SONG
Song: PLVTO - Are You With Me [NCS Release]
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/AYMW
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/AYMWAT/youtube
19 min
About Debrief with a diva
From the publisher's feed
Your favourite Diva down under is here doing what I do best, chatting all things in the beauty space! This is the chat show for anyone in the freelancing world whether that be a Makeup Artist,…
Hairstylist, Entrepreneur or you're just a Diva yourself. From small town beginnings (200 people to be exact) I chat about my journey as an Entrepreneur, Makeup Artist and Content Creator still figuring it all out! Think of this Podcast as a personal diary of a diva!