Question 1

What is the single biggest suggestion you would give to someone wanting to get into this career?

Ash Ortiz · Accepted Answer

“You need to be dedicated and passionate. You need to really get an education and find someone to assist and just put your whole life into it. Work now, party later.”

Question 2

What’s the #1 mistake people make when trying to get into this career?

Ash Ortiz · Accepted Answer

“People think because they can do their own hair and makeup on social media that they are able to do it on other people and don’t realize that everyone has different hair types and textures. There is more to it than just doing your own. Also, many think that you will make a ton of money in the beginning. At first, you will put more money into it than you will get back.”

Question 3

What is the question people should ask about this career but rarely do?

Ash Ortiz · Accepted Answer

“When people come to assist me they assume it’s going to be quick, short days but they’re just not so maybe finding out what your day is going to look like is a good idea before you come to work.”

Question 4

If you could describe in one word what makes you successful, what would it be?

Ash Ortiz · Accepted Answer

“Drive.”

Question 5

What does Hairdresser mean?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

A Hairdresser is generally considered an individual who professionally shampoos, cuts, and colors hair. In the world of film, a Hairdresser tends to be the person on set who styles the hair of the cast to create an overall aesthetic for each Actor’s character.

Question 6

What is the difference between a Hair Stylist and Hairdresser?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

In some cases, the terms Hair Stylist and Hairdresser are used interchangeably. As the former’s title implies, though, Hair Stylists generally work only on creating different looks for their clients without changing the nature of the hair itself. In contrast, Hairdressers alter the hair via cutting or coloring it.

Question 7

What do Hairdressers do?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

On set, a Hairdresser is part of the hair and makeup department. Together with the Makeup Artists hired for projects, Hairdressers help to create an overall look for an Actor’s character through their hairstyle. The hair and makeup are styled and applied to complement the costuming as well.

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