Hair & Makeup Artist

Quince•San Francisco, CA

3h•$100,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Quince is seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Hair & Makeup Artist to support our ecommerce and marketing content production. This role is responsible for delivering consistent, on-brand beauty looks across product detail pages (PDP), marketing assets, and campaign shoots—while also contributing to the evolution of our brand aesthetic through trend-driven ideation and creative partnership.

Requirements

3+ years of professional experience in hair and makeup for ecommerce, fashion, or editorial
Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of looks (natural, elevated, campaign-level)
Proven ability to contribute to creative direction and ideation
Deep knowledge of current and emerging beauty trends
Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume production environments
Strong understanding of lighting, photography, and how makeup translates on camera
Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in retail or direct-to-consumer ecommerce brands
Familiarity with diverse skin tones, hair types, and inclusive beauty practices
Experience working closely with Creative Directors or in highly collaborative creative environments

Responsibilities

Execute hair and makeup looks for high-volume product detail page (PDP) shoots
Ensure consistency across looks to maintain brand standards
Collaborate closely with stylists, photographers, and production teams to meet daily shoot goals
Adapt looks efficiently across multiple models and products
Lead hair and makeup execution for marketing shoots and brand campaigns
Support approximately 4 major campaigns per year, contributing to both concept development and execution
Partner closely with Creative Director and Art Directors to translate vision into compelling, on-brand beauty looks
Create elevated, trend-forward looks that align with seasonal storytelling and brand positioning
Execute hair and makeup for monthly lifestyle shoots, ensuring a natural, aspirational aesthetic
Adjust styling approach based on location, lighting, and creative direction
Drive ideation for hair and makeup concepts across campaigns, marketing, and ecommerce
Maintain a deep understanding of emerging beauty, fashion, and cultural trends
Proactively bring forward ideas that influence and evolve the brand’s visual direction
Partner with Creative Director and Art Directors to shape and refine beauty direction across all content
Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic workstation
Manage kit inventory and ensure readiness for all shoot types
Work efficiently within tight production timelines and changing priorities
Provide touch-ups and continuity support throughout shoots
Support Creative and Styling teams during reset days, assisting with continuity, adjustments, and overall shoot readiness