FIELD: Hair & Make Up

PROGRAM OFFER: Education and Mentorships

OPENING DATE: Info Session: August 27, 2024

DEADLINE: Info Session: September, 2024

COMPENSATION: Modest Stipend

REQUIREMENTS: Licensed Non – Union Hair Stylists / 21 + years of age

SUMMARY: The IATSE Entertainment Industry Hair Stylist Training is presented by Make Up Artists & Hair Stylists Local 798 and Reel Works. The training provides licensed hair stylists for entertainment careers through the presentation of both theoretical information as well as practical, hands-on training in hair of all lengths and textures, focusing on period hairstyling, braiding, and wig preparation. This is 12 weeks of education by Reelworks (business, etiquette, etc.) and 798 Members (practical, craft, etc.). After those 12 weeks, graduates are matched up with a 798 member as their mentor.  They are mentored by them for 6 months.  It isn’t a job placement or easy into the Union.  It is the next step of their education.

LINK: https://www.mediamkrs.org/career-development-open-programs