Hair and Make Up Artist

Internal use only - Grade

About us. 

We’re the team behind digital retailer Very. 

Our purpose, helping families get more out of life, powers everything we do. 

And we want our people to get more out of life too! If you’re high-performing, ambitious and make the most of every opportunity, we want to hear from you. In return, you’ll enjoy heaps of flexibility, great perks and benefits, and the freedom to be yourself, keep learning and take your career wherever you want it to go. 

If you love making a difference, you’ll love making it sparkle for millions of Very customers. ✨ 

About the role.

We’re looking for a Hair & Make‑up Artist to bring fresh, fashion‑forward creativity to our studio. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll shape the look and feel of our gallery photography, lead on-set styling, and create standout digital content that brings Beauty at Very to life across all our channels.

You’ll combine precision, trend insight, and a strong eye for brand aesthetics to create a consistent, recognisable look that elevates everything we produce.

We are looking for someone to join our team for 2 days a week. Thursday 08:30-16:45 and Friday 08:30-16:15.

What you’ll be doing

• Deliver on‑trend, high‑quality hair and make‑up looks across all gallery shoots, aligned to category and end use
• Act as the ‘face’ of Beauty at Very by creating channel‑relevant digital content in partnership with our brand teams
• Develop a cohesive and consistent “Very” signature style across all shoots
• Create daily H&M briefs for all models, brief freelance artists, and sign off final looks
• Work with the wider shoot team to keep the day running smoothly in a fast‑paced environment
• Give and receive constructive feedback in a positive, professional way
• Stay ahead of upcoming trends, influencers, TikTok and Instagram content, and competitor activity
• Attend relevant courses to keep your skills and knowledge sharp
• Maintain your kit and equipment to the highest standard
• Partner with the Art Director to help define and evolve Very’s brand identity
• Keep up-to-date with new models, new faces, and emerging industry talent
• Spot and develop junior hair and make‑up artists with potential
• Understand how lighting impacts skin tones and make‑up outcomes during shoots
• Remain flexible and adaptable to last‑minute changes while maintaining a calm, solutions‑focused approach
• Maintain excellent personal grooming and hygiene at all times

What you’ll bring

• Deep knowledge of professional hair and make‑up products, techniques and trends
• Experience working in a fast‑paced studio or fashion-led environment
• Strong understanding of digital and social channels, including the type of content that performs
• Ability to create clear, inspiring briefs and moodboards (experience with design tools preferable)
• A collaborative mindset and confidence working with photographers, creatives and freelancers
• A future‑focused approach to beauty and style
• A portfolio that shows your creativity, versatility and eye for detail

Some of our benefits 

• Flexible, hybrid working model 

• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews  

• £250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs 

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays 

• LinkedIn learning access 

• Bonus potential (performance and business-related) 

• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk 

• Matched pension up to 6% 

• More benefits can be found on our career site  

How to apply 

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.  

What happens next? 

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you’re successful so keep an eye on your emails! We’ll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we’re a good match, we’ll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in-person or held remotely.  

You can expect a two-stage interview process for this position:  

1st stage - A face-to-face interview to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.

2nd Stage - A practical skills test on set.

As an inclusive employer please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.  

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here. 

 
Equal opportunities 

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.