courtesy of Instagram/@jamescharlesBeauty / Beauty newsBeauty / Beauty newsAlways dreamed of being an influencer? James Charles is looking for youThe controversial YouTuber is hosting a new beauty influencer competition for aspiring make-up artistsShareLink copied ✔️November 18, 2019November 18, 2019TextAlex Peters Are you the next big YouTube beauty guru? This could be your lucky day! Youtube sensation and drama magnet James Charles will host a new beauty competition series it has been announced. Teaming up with YouTube for the video platform’s first original competition, the four-part series – currently working under the title James Charles Instant Influencer – premieres in spring 2020 and will see Charles team up with his friends in the beauty industry to judge six aspiring make-up artists. At the end of the weekly series, the winner will be given a $50,000 cash prize. “James Charles is a leader in the industry when it comes to pushing boundaries with creative content,” Susanne Daniels, global head of original content for YouTube, said in a statement. “We are thrilled that James is bringing his energy and talent to our YouTube Originals slate with our first beauty competition series.” In the series, which Charles will also be directing and executive producing, finalists will compete in challenges that test not only their “artistry and uniqueness” but also their “ability to captivate an audience” to find out if they really have “what it takes” to be an influencer. (What does it take? We’re interested to know yourselves!) “Reality competition shows have always been a guilty pleasure of mine, and ever since I became a content creator on YouTube, it’s been one of my biggest dreams to create my own,” said Charles. “Being a superstar influencer takes a whole lot more than just blending eye shadow, and I can’t wait to find out who has what it takes to make it to the top.” For those interested in applying, you must be a resident of the US, be over the age of 18 and have an “active” YouTube channel. The six successful applicants will then be flown over to Los Angeles to compete in the show. Find out more here. Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.READ MORECatalina Sartor is your favourite artist’s favourite make-up artistDom Roberts shares her 2026 beauty affirmationsSalomonWatch a mini documentary about the inner workings of SalomonIn photos: The beauty evolution of Chappell RoanA guide to crafting the perfect penisBACARDÍIn pictures: Manchester’s electrifying, multigenerational party spiritIn pictures: The beautiful hairy creatures of Evanie Frausto’s ShowponyWho gets a fictional fandom tattoo in 2026?Clone love: Why couples start looking like each otherAya Tariq is the MUA behind Rama Duwaji’s ceremonial smoky eyesMeet the artist behind Chappell Roan’s medieval tattoos‘I can’t even be bothered to masturbate’: Ozempic and the death of desireEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy