Question 1

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

Kerry Mendenhall · Accepted Answer

“Know clipper cuts as well as cutting techniques. Be willing to do anything and have a pleasant can-do attitude. Ultimately, just be happy to be there!”

Question 2

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

Kerry Mendenhall · Accepted Answer

“Don’t go overboard and start sharing personal stuff like religion and political affiliations in the trailer. It’s nobody’s business but your own — there are certain things that definitely should not be discussed in the trailer. Have a common-sense attitude about your behavior. I think it’s about knowing your place; if an Actor talks to you, that’s great, have a conversation with them, but don’t overshare.”

Question 3

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

Kerry Mendenhall · Accepted Answer

“Integrity.”

Question 4

What is the highest level Hair Stylist?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

The highest level Hair Stylist on a film production is referred to as the Key Hair Stylist. This individual oversees the entire hair department, which may include other Hair Stylists or Hair Stylist Assistants, to create the various looks of the cast’s characters.

Question 5

What is the most famous Hair Stylist?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

There are many famous Hair Stylists, but on the list of the most well-known professionals in this field are certainly Vidal Sassoon and Frédéric Fekkai. Within the world of film, many celebrities go to famous Hair Stylists for their personal needs or for a night out at an awards ceremony. On set, though, Hair Stylists tend to be working professionals who are not generally known to the public at large, though they may be very good at what they do.

Question 6

How do you get into movie hair?

Anna Keizer · Accepted Answer

If you aspire to be a Hair Stylist for the film industry, you must first learn how to work with hair. That typically means graduating from cosmetology school before attempting to work with clients or on projects.
Many would-be Hair Stylists start out as Assistant Hair Stylists to learn from more experienced professionals. Building a professional network of contacts within the film industry is another must for anyone looking to work in this field.

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