Hair & Makeup Artist
Job Summary
Job Description
The Hair & Make-Up Artist is responsible for creating and maintaining the desired look of talent based on the script and Director’s vision. Collaborates with clients and crew to understand the visual requirements, translating creative concepts into practical hair and makeup designs. They provide expertise to address challenges with the talent’s visual aesthetic. The position is part-time, hourly as needed for projects and requires flexibility with hours. The compensation range is $40-$55/hour.
Must have:
- Create and design hairstyles and makeup based on the script.
- Collaborate with Producers and clients for desired aesthetics.
- Ensure consistent appearance across scenes.
- Adapt makeup to various lighting conditions.
- Effectively communicate with talent.
- Adapt to unexpected challenges.
- Work with diverse actors and skin tones.
- Stay informed about the latest makeup technology.
- Work efficiently within tight schedules.
- Adhere to strict sanitation and hygiene practices.
- Stand and move for extended periods.
- Maintain physical mobility and flexibility.
- Utilize strong visual acuity and color perception.
1 skill required
Job Details
About Us:
Advanced Systems Group, LLC enables creativity through better technology and operations for media creatives and content owners. From acquisition to delivery, on-premises or in the cloud, ASG ensures our clients’ success through tailored solutions. One of North America’s largest Media and Entertainment Technology and Operations suppliers, we provide engineering services, physical and cloud integration, training, support, and managed services. Our Managed Services deliver customized operations and services for all phases of media production, including creative and engineering. Founded in 1997, and providing nationwide services, ASG has teams based in Northern California, Los Angeles, the New York Tri-State Area, the Southeastern US, and the Rocky Mountain Region.
We are looking for:
The Hair & Make-Up Artist is responsible for creating and maintaining the desired look of talent based on the script and Director’s vision. The Hair & Make-Up Artist collaborates closely with clients and crew to understand the visual requirements of the scene, translating creative concepts into practical hair and makeup designs. The Hair & Make-Up Artist provides their knowledge and expertise to help address specific challenges with regards to the talent’s visual aesthetic.
Essential Functions:
- Create and design appropriate hairstyle and makeup looks based on the script and directorial vision.
- Collaborate with Producers, Directors, and clients to understand and execute the desired visual aesthetic for each actor and scene.
- Ensure consistent appearance of talent across scenes, shooting days, and non-linear filming through documentation and communication with the production team.
- Quickly adapt makeup and hairstyling to various lighting conditions to achieve the desired look.
- Effectively communicate with talent to understand preferences, sensitivities, and maintain a collaborative working relationship.
- Adapt to unexpected challenges, such as weather conditions, costume changes, and alterations to an actor’s look during filming.
- Skillfully work with a diverse range of actors, considering different skin tones, textures, and individual styles.
- Stay informed about the latest makeup technology, trends, and products to incorporate innovative techniques.
- Work efficiently within tight schedules, allowing for quick transformations between shots and accommodating last-minute changes
- Adherence to strict sanitation and hygiene practices to maintain cleanliness and prevent skin reactions or contamination from makeup products and tools.
- Stand and move for extended periods during makeup and hairstyling sessions, both in studio and on-location production environments.
- Maintain physical mobility and flexibility to comfortably access talent, makeup kits, tools, lighting, and mirrors without obstruction.
- Utilize strong visual acuity and precise color perception to accurately assess and apply makeup in accordance with varying skin tones, textures, and lighting conditions.
Required Education and Experience:
- 3+ years of professional experience in hair and makeup for film, television, or commercial production environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in a wide range of makeup and hairstyling techniques, including corrective, special effects, and period-specific styles.
- Proficiency working with diverse skin tones, hair types, and facial structures.
- Strong portfolio showcasing previous work across various production styles and formats.
- Formal training or certification in cosmetology, makeup artistry, or related field preferred.
- Knowledge of industry-standard sanitation practices, product safety, and hygiene protocols.
- Familiarity with production workflows and on-set etiquette, with the ability to adapt to fast-paced, dynamic environments.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
- Part-time, hourly, as needed for projects.
- Must be flexible to alternate between daytime, nighttime, and weekend hours, based on schedules
Compensation & Benefits:
The compensation range for this position $40-$55/hour.
Advanced Systems Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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About The Company
Advanced Systems Group (ASG) empowers creativity through technology for Media Creatives and Content Owners.
By fusing technical and creative expertise, we design, build, and operate media-centric solutions to bring your vision to life. We deliver proven results by deploying engineering, system integration, training, and support services along with customized operational, and managed services for all phases of media production. Industry leaders rely on ASG to transform their operations on-premises and in the cloud.
From production to delivery, whether on-premises or in the cloud, ASG’s goal is to ensure customer success throughout the entire media supply chain. Our tailored services and solutions help our clients meet their objectives efficiently.
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