Hair Styling Specialist

HYPERSCAL SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Medican Corp TV Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced Hairstylist to create and style hairstyles for artistes across drama, entertainment, news, and current affairs productions. You will work closely with makeup artists, costume designers, and production teams to ensure the overall visual look aligns with the creative direction and production schedules.

The role involves designing hairstyles, maintaining continuity across scenes, and keeping up with current trends while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Diploma or Professional Certificate in Hairdressing / Hairstyling from a recognised institution.
• Certification or Diploma in Makeup will be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of hairstyling techniques suitable for on-screen requirements.
• Experience with wigs, extensions, and hairpieces for performance or broadcast purposes.
• At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in television, film, theatre, or related creative environments.
• Good understanding of current hair and fashion trends.

Responsibilities

• Design and style appropriate hairstyles based on character, script, and production requirements.
• Collaborate with production teams and artistes to understand and interpret hairstyling needs across various genres such as drama, variety, and news.
• Maintain continuity of hairstyles across scenes and episodes by keeping detailed notes and photographic records.
• Perform hair trims when needed to ensure continuity and maintain the intended on-screen appearance throughout production.
• Care for, style, and maintain wigs, hairpieces, and extensions, ensuring proper cataloguing and storage.
• Ensure readiness of artistes for filming, live shows, and promotional events within tight schedules and budgets.
• Stay updated on new hair trends, techniques, and tools to enhance production quality.
• Assist with basic makeup and touch-ups where required to ensure a cohesive on-screen appearance.
• Maintain good hygiene sanitation and safety standards in the use of products, tools, and equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by production management or the head of department.

Skills

Technical expertise

Creativity

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Work fast

Time management

Health & safety

Communication

Education

Diploma or Professional Certificate in Hairdressing / Hairstyling

Certification or Diploma in Makeup

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Overview

Create and style hairstyles that enhance the appearance and characterisation of artistes across Drama, Entertainment, News, and Current Affairs productions. Work closely with makeup artists, costume designers, and production teams to ensure the overall visual look aligns with the creative direction, continuity requirements, and production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and style appropriate hairstyles based on character, script, and production requirements.
• Collaborate with production teams and artistes to understand and interpret hairstyling needs across various genres such as drama, variety, and news.
• Maintain continuity of hairstyles across scenes and episodes by keeping detailed notes and photographic records.
• Perform hair trims when needed to ensure continuity and maintain the intended on-screen appearance throughout production.
• Care for, style, and maintain wigs, hairpieces, and extensions, ensuring proper cataloguing and storage.
• Ensure readiness of artistes for filming, live shows, and promotional events within tight schedules and budgets.
• Stay updated on new hair trends, techniques, and tools to enhance production quality.
• Assist with basic makeup and touch-ups where required to ensure a cohesive on-screen appearance.
• Maintain good hygiene sanitation and safety standards in the use of products, tools, and equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by production management or the head of department.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or Professional Certificate in Hairdressing / Hairstyling from a recognised institution.
• Certification or Diploma in Makeup will be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of hairstyling techniques, suitable for different hair types and on-screen requirements.
• Experience working with wigs, extensions, and hairpieces for performance or broadcast purposes.
• At least 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in television, film, theatre, or related creative environments.
• Good understanding of current hair and fashion trends.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Technical Expertise: Proficient in hairstyling techniques, product use, and hair maintenance for different conditions.
• Creativity: Ability to conceptualise and execute hairstyles that enhance on-screen character and personality.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and continuity across shoots.
• Teamwork: Works well with production, costume, and makeup teams to achieve consistent visual outcomes.
• Adaptability: Handles fast paced and changing production requirements effectively.
• Work Fast: Able to perform efficiently and accurately under tight time constraints, ensuring artistes are ready for shoots as scheduled.
• Time Management: Able to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
• Health & Safety Awareness: Apply standards and good practices of proper sanitation and care in handling styling tools and chemicals.
• Communication: Listens effective and conveys styling ideas

Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - Mediacorp TV Singapore Pte Ltd