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Company DescriptionWe're ASOS. We blend our flair for fashion with our love of cutting- edge technology, but more importantly were interested in how we can bring the best out of you.We exist to give people the confidence to be whoever they want to be, and that goes for our people too. At ASOS, you're free to be your true self without judgment, and channel your creativity into a platform used by millions.Through our we are driving diversity, equity and inclusion across every aspect of ASOS and ensuring every ASOSer can be their authentic self at work. We want our people to be whoever they want to be, because we believe people who bring their best selves to work, do their best work.Job DescriptionThe Senior Hair and Makeup Artist role will be based in the ASOS Studios, London.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 hair styling skills.What you’ll be doing…Reporting directly into the lead hairstylist you will be responsible for contributing to the day-to-day running of the hair & make up teamProduce excellent hair which is true to the ASOS aesthetic and appeals to the ASOS 20-something customerBe the go to person for all things hair and makeup relatedBe prepared to work to deadlines, ensuring all models are shoot ready and all KPIs are adhered toBuild relationships and rapport with ASOS models to instil trust in your hair ability and in the wider production departmentDeveloping your leadership style and communication in line with ASOS Behaviours policyAnalysis of your own technical hair and makeup execution through daily updates and openness to improve these areas under the guidance of the team leaderWorking closely with your Leads and Management team to successfully deliver the department strategy. Build strong, professional and collaborative relationships with the wider studio teamOversee all end of day jobs, making sure they are carried out to a high standardConfident to step up in the absence of the lead hair or makeup artistIdentifying junior members of the team area of opportunities and implementing any support requiredTo regularly support the junior/core team, identifying and development areas within the team and feeding this back accordinglyDeal with any model issues professionally and in line with ASOS behaviours policyDemonstrating excellent brand awareness by identifying areas for review, researching ideas and assessing competition when required to ensure we are market leadersDisplay constant awareness of the latest and upcoming trends, following each season’s catwalk shows, influencers, Tik Tok, our competitors and street stylesEncouraging the team to be authentic, brave and creative and to follow all company and departmental strategies, leading by exampleWork alongside the model team to maximise each models potential and create the best ASOS shoot experienceWork with the wider shoot team to solve any issues on set and help facilitate a smooth shoot processCapability to produce, develop & execute the looks for unrecognisable and recognisable model shoots as requiredBe prepared to carry out daily administrative tasks and shoot preparationDelivering 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 departmentQualificationsWe’d love to meet someone with...Previous professional hair session styling and makeup is essentialPrevious fashion e-commerce experience is essentialExperience with all hair texture types Inc. basic experience in wigs, weaves and extensions is requiredA methodical, accurate and extremely organised approach with a keen eye for detail.Excellent communication, problem solving and strong interpersonal skillsThe ability to remain calm under pressure and think on their feet.Assertive and forward thinking.A 'can do' attitude and high level of efficiencyAn 'unflappable' nature who is able to thrive in a fast paced environment.Lots of energy and enthusiasm and be a real team playerSkills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, In Design, Sitecore and in the general day to day running of a PC and/or MACAdditional InformationWhat’s in it for you?Employee discount (hello ASOS discount!)ASOS Develops (personal development opportunities across the business)Employee sample salesAccess to a huge range of LinkedIn learning materials25 days paid annual leave + an extra celebration dayDiscretionary performance related bonus schemePrivate medical care schemeFlexible benefits allowance - which you can choose to take as extra cash, or use towards other benefitsAsos
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