Our casting team is looking for Hair & Makeup Artists (HMU) who will be responsible for executing daily hair and makeup styles on ready-to-wear and Kidswear models. As part of our best-in-class Studio Visual Operations team, they will ensure all HMU is consistent with the SSENSE beauty direction and production and productivity targets are met. The ideal candidate understands how to interpret a brief, brand identity and artistic direction to create desired results. This role works cross-functionally, requiring a highly collaborative style, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to influence and motivate to drive performance results.
Why Join Us:
Efficiently execute hair and makeup to constantly meet on-set production targets
Pace on-set and off-set activities to ensure productivity and quality metrics are consistently met
Collaborate effectively with on-set production team (Styling, Casting, Retouching, Photography, Art Direction) to achieve daily production targets
Ensure the maintenance of each model's beauty direction throughout the season and daily basis
Maintain strict standards of quality control, staying up-to-date with SSENSE art direction
Maintain a strict sanitary work ethic per SSENSE Health and safety protocols
Support the creation of new beauty directions, while respecting the SSENSE identity and beauty guidelines
How To Excel In This Role:
Certificate or Diploma in relevant Cosmetology field, or equivalent work experience
A minimum of 1-3 years experience in editorial or commercial production, preferably in luxury or e-commerce
Strong knowledge in all hair textures and makeup tones, tools and techniques
Proficiency in Google Suite, Web and computer-savviness
Strong written and verbal communication skills
What Sets You apart:
Ability to carry out creative processes in a fast paced production environment
Ability to receive and provide constructive criticism
Team player with great communication and interpersonal skills
Creative thinker with problem solving abilities
Proven ability to process high volumes of workflow
Ability to influence decision making on set, including pace setting
* All applicants are required to provide a portfolio of relevant original work.
Perks:
Daily rate starting at $248
Flexible schedule
