Hair & Makeup Artist - On-call (Application Bank - Future Opportunities) at SSENSE

Montreal, Quebec, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

31.0

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hair Styling, Makeup Application, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Communication, Problem Solving, Creativity, Productivity, Quality Control, Health and Safety, Cosmetology, E-commerce, Art Direction, Fashion, Teamwork, Portfolio

Industry

Retail

Description

Company Description SSENSE 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. Job Description 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: Permanent employment - Occasional On-Call Hourly rate starting at $31 Flexible schedule Employee discount What you will do: Meet Production Targets: Efficiently execute hair and makeup to consistently meet on-set deadlines and production goals. Maximize Productivity: Pace on-set and off-set activities to ensure high productivity and consistent achievement of quality metrics. Effective Collaboration: Collaborate seamlessly with the on-set production team (Styling, Casting, Retouching, Photography, Art Direction) to achieve daily production targets. Maintain Beauty Direction: Ensure consistent adherence to the model's unique beauty direction throughout the season and on a daily basis. Quality & Safety: Maintain the highest standards of quality control, adhering to SSENSE art direction and strict health and safety protocols. Qualifications 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.

Responsibilities

Execute daily hair and makeup styles on models while meeting production targets. Collaborate with the production team to ensure adherence to beauty direction and quality standards.