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Senior Hair and Makeup Artist - 6M FTC

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As a Senior ASOS hair and makeup artist you will work together with your peers to bring to life the ever-evolving ASOS Creative. You’ll be responsible for making sure every model looks and feels ASOS ready throughout their shoot day! The role requires an unflappable, solution focused and hardworking individual with a passion for the brand. You have the ability to successfully be a part of and help support a team with a creative, strategic and operational mindset. It is vital that you can work as a role model and are passionate about both hairstyling, makeup and fashion. This role requires proficiency in both hair and makeup artistry, with a stronger emphasis on Makeup artistry

What you’ll be doing…

  • Reporting directly into the hair manager you will be responsible for contributing to the day-to-day running of the hair & make up team

  • Produce excellent hair which is true to the ASOS aesthetic and appeals to the ASOS 20-something customer

  • Be the go to person for all things hair and makeup related

  • Be prepared to work to deadlines, ensuring all models are shoot ready and all KPIs are adhered to

  • Build relationships and rapport with ASOS models to instil trust in your hair ability and in the wider production department

  • Developing your leadership style and communication in line with ASOS Behaviours policy

  • Analysis of your own technical hair and makeup execution through daily updates and openness to improve these areas under the guidance of the team leader

  • Working closely with your Leads and Management team to successfully deliver the department strategy. Build strong, professional and collaborative relationships with the wider studio team

  • Oversee all end of day jobs, making sure they are carried out to a high standard

  • Confident to step up in the absence of the lead hair or makeup artist

  • Identifying junior members of the team area of opportunities and implementing any support required

  • To regularly support the junior/core team, identifying and development areas within the team and feeding this back accordingly

  • Deal with any model issues professionally and in line with ASOS behaviours policy

  • Demonstrating excellent brand awareness by identifying areas for review, researching ideas and assessing competition when required to ensure we are market leaders

  • Display constant awareness of the latest and upcoming trends, following each season’s catwalk shows, influencers, Tik Tok, our competitors and street styles

  • Encouraging the team to be authentic, brave and creative and to follow all company and departmental strategies, leading by example

  • Work alongside the model team to maximise each models potential and create the best ASOS shoot experience

  • Work with the wider shoot team to solve any issues on set and help facilitate a smooth shoot process

  • Capability to produce, develop & execute the looks for unrecognisable and recognisable model shoots as required

  • Be prepared to carry out daily administrative tasks and shoot preparation

  • Delivering projects to support the department strategy and any other adhoc tasks defined by Hair & Makeup Manager.

  • Be recognised as an aspirational figure within your team and the wider department

**Essential Qualifications:**

  • Previous professional hair session styling experience is essential
  • Previous fashion e-commerce experience is essential
  • Experience with all hair texture types, including basic experience with wigs, weaves and extensions, is required
  • Previous experience in professional makeup within e-commerce is required
  • A methodical, accurate and extremely organised approach with a keen eye for detail
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills
  • The ability to remain calm under pressure and think on their feet
  • Assertive and forward-thinking mindset
  • A 'can do' attitude and high level of efficiency
  • An 'unflappable' nature who is able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Lots of energy and enthusiasm, and be a real team player
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, InDesign, Sitecore and general day-to-day operation of PC and/or MAC systems

**Desirable Qualifications:**

  • Proven experience in a mentoring or leadership capacity within a creative team environment
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current fashion trends, catwalk shows, social media platforms and competitor analysis
  • A strong portfolio of previous hair and makeup work demonstrating versatility across different styles and aesthetics
  • Experience in managing and building relationships with talent and production teams in a fast-paced studio environment

BeneFITS’

  • Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)
  • ASOS Develops (personal development opportunities across the business)
  • Employee sample sales
  • Access to a huge range of LinkedIn learning materials
  • 25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration day for a special moment
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • Private medical care scheme
  • Flexible benefits allowance - which you can choose to take as extra cash, or use towards other benefits