Hair & Makeup Artist – On Call (Application Bank – Start Date in January 2025)

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Job title: Hair & Makeup Artist – On Call (Application Bank – Start Date in January 2025)

Company: Ssense

Job description: Company DescriptionSSENSE is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything Else. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views, with approximately 70% of its audience between the ages of 18 to 40.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.Job DescriptionPerks:

• Permanent employment – Occasional On-Call
• Hourly rate starting at $31
• Flexible schedule
• Employee discount
• Start date in January 2025

Why Join Us:Efficiently execute hair and makeup to constantly meet on-set production targetsPace on-set and off-set activities to ensure productivity and quality metrics are consistently metCollaborate effectively with on-set production team (Styling, Casting, Retouching, Photography, Art Direction) to achieve daily production targetsEnsure the maintenance of each model’s beauty direction throughout the season and daily basisMaintain strict standards of quality control, staying up-to-date with SSENSE art directionMaintain a strict sanitary work ethic per SSENSE Health and safety protocolsSupport the creation of new beauty directions, while respecting the SSENSE identity and beauty guidelinesQualificationsHow To Excel In This Role:Certificate or Diploma in relevant Cosmetology field, or equivalent work experienceA minimum of 1-3 years experience in editorial or commercial production, preferably in luxury or e-commerceStrong knowledge in all hair textures and makeup tones, tools and techniquesProficiency in Google Suite, Web and computer-savvinessStrong written and verbal communication skillsWhat Sets You apart:Ability to carry out creative processes in a fast paced production environmentAbility to receive and provide constructive criticismTeam player with great communication and interpersonal skillsCreative thinker with problem solving abilitiesProven ability to process high volumes of workflowAbility to influence decision making on set, including pace setting

Location: Montreal, QC

Job date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 23:15:10 GMT