Quince

Hair & Makeup Artist

Quince$100K — $120K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional experience in hair and makeup for ecommerce, fashion, or editorial.
  • Strong portfolio that showcases a diverse range of looks.
  • Ability to contribute to creative direction and ideation.
  • In-depth knowledge of current and emerging beauty trends.
  • Experience in fast-paced, high-volume production environments.
  • Understanding of lighting and how makeup works on camera.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Execute hair and makeup looks for high-volume product detail page shoots.
  • Ensure brand standards are maintained across all looks.
  • Collaborate with stylists, photographers, and production teams toward daily goals.
  • Lead the hair and makeup execution for marketing shoots and brand campaigns.
  • Support major campaigns with concept development and execution.
  • Create trend-forward beauty looks aligned with brand storytelling.
  • Maintain a clean and organized workstation while managing inventory.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and creative work environment.
  • Opportunity to influence brand aesthetic and direction.
  • Engagement with diverse beauty practices and inclusive trends.
  • Exposure to high-volume, fast-paced production settings.
Full Job Description
THE ROLE

Hair and Makeup Artist

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.

Responsibilities

Ecommerce (PDP) Production
  • 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

Marketing & Campaigns
  • 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
Lifestyle & Editorial Shoots
  • Execute hair and makeup for monthly lifestyle shoots, ensuring a natural, aspirational aesthetic
  • Adjust styling approach based on location, lighting, and creative direction
Creative Ideation & Trend Leadership
  • 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
On-Set Collaboration & Operations
  • 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

Qualifications

Required:
  • 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

Preferred:
  • 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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Remove if not applicable
  • Lifting up to 50 pounds
  • Standing and walking throughout the entirety of your shift
  • Ability to go up and down stairs, use of ladders throughout the day as needed
  • Bending, twisting, or kneeling may be required throughout the day for lifting or maneuvering objects
  • May be asked to work outside or travel to shoots off-site as needed


All posted ranges are reflective of base salary and may vary depending upon experience level and location. Bonus and equity may also be provided for eligible roles.

Pay Range

$100,000-$120,000 USD

About Quince

Quince is a luxury fashion brand that specializes in high-end women's clothing. The company was founded in 2011 by creative director and designer, Nikki Erwin Margolis. Quince offers a range of products including dresses, tops, pants, and accessories made from high-quality materials such as silk, cashmere, and leather. The brand is known for its minimalist aesthetic and timeless designs that are meant to be worn season after season. Quince operates both online and through a brick-and-mortar store in Los Angeles.
Learn more about Quince
Size
100 employees
Industry
Founded
2011

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