Just like models and actors, hairstylists and makeup artists need agents too. The thing with hairstylists and makeup artists is that it's all about your personality - you need to be able to get along with the models, producers, photographers, etc. A lot of you ask what's the best way to get out there. My suggestion is that you work closely with a specific agency and build that relationship. Ask to work with their fresh faces or kids department. Don't be afraid to experiment with agencies - show them everything you've got. In due time, they'll be asking you to do more jobs. Just make sure you work well with everyone; your personality will be your key to success!
LADY LISA
I am a hairstylist currently working in a salon, however my main goal is to do mainly editorial work (print). I am in the process of networking and building my portfolio. If you have any advice for me, I'm all ears!
You already said it - you definitely need to build your portfolio. You have nice work. Go out and work with small agencies and become their 'go-to' hairstylist. You should also consider adding more photos to your portfolio. Perhaps some professional ones from the shoots you've worked on. Again, I like your work. Keep at it.JACQUELINE FANCHER
Hi Joey. I'm a makeup artist and I'm just breaking into the world of plus size modeling. I would love to hear what advice you have for me. Your critique and guidance is much appreciated. Thank you in advance.
I'm confused of what you're asking - are you a makeup artist or a plus size model? If you're a makeup artist for plus size models, you should be able to do makeup on any face, plus size or not. I'm just unclear of what you're asking. Looking at your pictures, I like what I see. You should work with all different types of people.BIANCA MCMILLAN HAIR/MAKE UP
Hi Joey, I just joined ModelWire Network and enjoyed reading your article providing feedback to models. I am a hairstylist and makeup artist living in Los Angeles and would appreciate any suggestions on venturing into high fashion, editorial and more runway work.
I suggest you get friendly with an agency. When you work with an agency you get to meet models and photographers and people who are behind the planning of a shoot. In return, you can build your portfolio with more photos. It's important to build that relationship. That relationship is how you'll get an agent. It's important that you focus on working on that relationship. Good luck!MARIE WOOD
I just wanted to know what exactly do agencies such as Ford look for when hiring a makeup artist? What are the standard requirement for a portfolio book to be accepted by a major agency? Is there a certain look or a particular style that seems to stand out above the rest?
Work with different agencies. Ford (like all agencies) is looking for a makeup artist that gets along with agents and models harmoniously. Everyone works as a team and they promote each other. If a team of agents, models and photographers like your work and enjoy working with you, they'll ask you to keep coming back. I would start small and work with a local agency. From there you can move to bigger agencies.In the meantime,
Have a successful day!
JOEY
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