Title: Media and Event Hairstylist
As a Media and Event Hairstylist, you will specialize in providing professional hair care services for various media productions and special events. Your role is crucial in enhancing the appearance and styling of individuals for photo shoots, television appearances, red carpet events, fashion shows, and other media-related occasions. You will use your creativity, technical skills, and adaptability to create a range of hairstyles that align with the specific themes, characters, or concepts of each media project or event.
Key Responsibilities:
Consultation: Collaborate with clients, models, actors, or performers to understand the hairstyling requirements and desired looks for media productions and events.
Hair Preparation: Prepare hair for styling, which may include washing, conditioning, and applying styling products for optimal results.
Haircuts and Styling: Perform haircuts, blow-drying, and styling services to create various looks and hairstyles that align with the specific media projects or event themes.
Hair Coloring and Extensions: Apply hair coloring techniques, temporary color sprays, and hair extensions to achieve unique and on-trend styles as required.
Updos and Special Occasion Styling: Create intricate updos and styling suitable for special events, red carpet appearances, and fashion shows.
Wig Styling: If applicable, style wigs for performers and models to achieve the desired character or look.
On-Location Services: Provide on-location hairstyling services for media shoots and events, ensuring that the styling remains consistent throughout the production or occasion.
Quick Changes: Be prepared for quick hairstyle changes or touch-ups during media shoots or live events.
Product Recommendations: Suggest hair care products, styling tools, and techniques to clients and models for maintaining their hairstyles.
Collaboration: Work closely with makeup artists, wardrobe stylists, and production teams to ensure a cohesive overall look for media productions and events.
Stay Updated with Trends: Stay informed about the latest hairstyling trends, techniques, and products to offer cutting-edge looks and styles.
Cleanliness and Sanitation: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of hairstyling tools and equipment during media shoots and events.
Qualifications:
- Completion of a hairstyling or cosmetology program from an accredited school or vocational training institute.
- Relevant state or regional hairstylist license or certification, as required by local regulations.
- Proven experience as a hairstylist, with a portfolio showcasing previous hairstyling work for media productions and events.
- Experience in creating diverse hairstyles for different characters, themes, and occasions.
- Knowledge of hair care products, styling tools, and industry trends.
- Creativity and artistic skills to design and execute various hairstyles quickly and efficiently.
- Strong communication skills to work with clients, models, and production teams.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to quick hairstyle changes during media shoots and live events.
- Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and use hairstyling tools on location.
- Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and models in media and event settings.
As a Media and Event Hairstylist, your talent and expertise in hairstyling will play a significant role in contributing to the overall visual impact of media productions and special events. Your ability to create stunning and versatile hairstyles will enhance the aesthetics of photo shoots, television appearances, and public events, ensuring that individuals look their best for the camera and live audiences.