Just discovered an offer I received recently via MM was a scam, and felt it would be very helpful if we all shared the scams that we have come across together so as to help others from becoming victims. 

I am a Makeup Artist and received an email via my personal website, from a person who stated they "scouted" me on MM.
I researched my particular "job offer" over the internet, as it did sound too good to be true.  But I found it difficult to find anything, until I found a tweet from the actual person whom this scammer was pretending to be. The real person warned MUA's of this scam going around under her name, offering a specific job within a specific city pretending to be her and that it was for the company she works for. Thank God for her tweet!

Here is a copy of the content from the correspondence below:
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Name Cheryl Kramer Kaye
Subject Makeup Job Offer

Hi, We are hiring makeup artists for the December edition of Shape magazine. I came across your profile on Modelmayhem while scouting for talents that will suit the case. I'd be glad working with you and if you are looking to expand your portfolio, working with Shape Magazine is just right. You will be meeting new photographers, directors, studio manager and producers from California and New York. You will also be working with models from Louisiana. Do reply if you are interested and I will give you further details. Kind Regards,

Email [email protected]
City/Town New Orleans, Louisiana
Sent on: 9 November, 2016
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Hi Cheryl,
Thank you for reaching out, I’m glad to hear you like my work. This opportunity sounds interesting, I’d love to hear more details about it.

Some questions that came to mind first:
-This is taking place in Louisiana? I live in Ontario, Canada… did you have a plan in mind for bringing me out to this? Just curious about all of that.
-Is this TFP or paid?

Thanks,
Rebecca
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Dear Rebecca,

Your email was received and it shows you are willing to be a part of the shoot. This edition of Shape magazine will be shot in New Orleans on the 25th of November, 2016 and the crew is expected to be available from 9am till the end of the shoot, which should be by 4pm. Hotel accommodation will be provided for all. As for travel, a round trip e-ticket would be issued and sent to you via email at due time if you do not live within Louisiana. As for you residing in Ontario, Canada, that's not a problem at all as your travel, meal and hotel expenses would be covered by our company, provided you are able to offer an exceptional and professional service on the day of the shoot.

The shoots will be used for the magazine pages and the pictures will also be exhibited on our website. Therefore, you are required to be flexible, reliable, self-motivated, enthusiastic, with a professional appearance and a passion for delivering exceptional service. You must have excellent interpersonal, communication and listening skills. You should also have up-to-date knowledge of available make-up kits and beauty products.

You will be paid $1000 for your service with a 50% deposit on agreement. In the rare case of overtime, you will be paid $50/hr for the overtime.


Key Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for applying make-up aesthetically for models; Apply make-up to the models using a color palette and different tools such as mascara, sponges, eyebrow shapers, lip liners, brushes, and applicators.
Match skin color to color palettes to determine best looks.
Ensure make-up looks natural and well-applied under different lighting.
Apply touch-ups as necessary and remove makeup from clothes if some is transferred.
Wipe off make-up and reapply as needed.
Ensure appropriate action is taken to minimize unpleasant side effects from the use of specialist make-up techniques.
Maintain a clean work area and ensure all work instruments are sanitized in accordance with Shape standards.
Ensure continuity in make-up and liaise with other members of the design team to ensure the overall look/effect is consistent and coherent.
Budget and order materials and equipment from our specialist vendors.

You stand a chance of making a reasonable amount from this deal, and even a noticeable fame. I believe that it will be a positive experience for you especially if you are looking to expand your portfolio.

Kindly let me know if you are fully willing to accept this job offer and can meet the above responsibilities listed.

Best regards,


Cheryl Kramer Kaye
Shape Magazine
1 Park Avenue Fl 10
New York, NY 10016

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Ah, the old "noticeable fame" again!