Job Description
Reporting to the Associate Manager of Beauty, the Hair and Makeup Artist is responsible for the execution of daily hair and makeup styles on models & kids wear models. As part of our best-in-class Studio visual production team, they will ensure that all hair and makeup is consistent with the SSENSE beauty guide and that productivity targets are met. The ideal candidate has the ability to understand how brand identity and art direction fuse with their own point of view. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative and is stimulated by a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
E-Commerce Visual Content - 95%
• Execute hair and makeup in an efficient manner to constantly meet throughput targets
• Collaborate with the on-set production team to achieve daily production targets
• Maintain each model's beauty direction throughout the season and daily basis
• Interpret new beauty directions while respecting the SSENSE identity and beauty guidelines
• Research and stay up to date with seasonal beauty trends
• Execute hair and makeup for a wide variety of models according to SSENSE quality and productivity standards
• Maintain strict standards of quality control, staying up-to-date with the art direction
• Maintain a strict sanitary work ethic in accordance with SSENSE Health and safety protocols
Continuous Improvement - 5%
• Proactively make recommendations on workflow and processes
• Stay up-to-date with industry tools, techniques, and best practices in hair and makeup
Qualifications
• Diploma or degree in relevant Cosmetology field, or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 2-3 years experience in editorial or commercial production, preferably in a luxury or e-commerce environment.
• Strong knowledge in all hair textures and makeup tones, tools and techniques
• Good knowledge of photography and styling
Skills
• Ability to carry out creative processes in a fast paced production environment
• Ability to adapt to feedback
• Resilient during times of rapid change
• Team player with great communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative thinker with problem solving abilities
• Proven ability to process high volumes of workflow
• Ability to prioritize, plan and execute
