How to Break into the Hollywood Hair Industry: A Step-by-Step Guide

Breaking into Hollywood’s entertainment industry as a hairstylist can feel like a daunting task, but with the right strategy, persistence, and dedication, you can make your mark. Hollywood hairstyling is a dynamic and fast-paced field that demands creativity, technical expertise, and the...

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Top 5 Skills Every TV & Film Hairstylist Needs to Master

Do you dream of styling Hollywood’s biggest stars? Whether it’s for red carpet events, movie sets, or TV shows, becoming a successful Hollywood hairstylist requires more than just technical ability—it’s about bringing creative visions to life, often under tight deadlines...

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How to Build a Portfolio That Gets You Noticed in Hollywood

The Power of a Strong Portfolio in Hollywood Hair Styling

In the fast-paced and competitive world of TV and entertainment, your portfolio isn’t just a collection of your best work—it’s your calling card, your first impression, and often the deciding factor in whether you...

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How to Excel as an On-Set Entertainment Hairstylist: 5 Essential Tips for Success

If you’re aiming to make your mark as a hairstylist in TV and film, it’s not just about getting the job—it’s about thriving on set. The pace is fast, the expectations are high, and you need to bring your A-game every single day. Here are five key lessons I’ve learned...

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How to Break into TV and Film Hairstyling: Expert Tips for Aspiring Hollywood Stylists

If you've ever dreamed of taking your hairstyling skills beyond the salon and into the world of TV and film, you're in the right place. Picture this: creating the iconic looks that define characters, working alongside celebrities, and being part of the magic that happens behind the scenes of some...

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Hair Play Day : Creating Hair sheets

Recently, I hosted a couple of mentees in my workshop for a fun-filled hair play day, where we worked on creating hair sheets. Hair sheets are one of my favorite tools for up-leveling any creative style.

 

BTW, I can teach YOU how to create hair sheets too! Master this foundational...

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Hairstylist Edition : Building a Brand That's Uniquely You

What is your brand? This is definitely something you need to know. In my March workshop, I taught the importance of standing out from the crowd with your branding. And let me tell you, it's not as difficult as you think! Plus, I share my own story of how I became "The Hollywood Hair Guy."

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Hair Assistant Fail : The Do's & Don'ts of being a great hair assistant

When I talk hair assistant do's and don'ts, this story can't help but pop up. Hear how one of my favorite hair assistants learned from a big mistake she made on a job (and a mistake she's never made again).

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I made these mistakes so you don't have to

Next week will be my 23rd anniversary working in Hollywood. From the moment I arrived from Iowa, I've been growing as a stylist (and human), most often cutting, coloring and styling celebrity hair. But oh man, did I make some mistakes.

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Special Gift for Hairstylists: Understanding My Creative Process

 

One of the most common questions I get is "How do you come up with all of these creative looks?" Well I'm about to walk you through the creative process I use on competition reality shows like American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance, Legendary, Dancing with the Stars and More.

 

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3 Reasons I Use THIS Secret Weapon on Set

I am in love with hair sheets. They are versatile, cost-effective and help me up my game on shows like American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance and Legendary. Check it out!

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4 Things I Wish I Knew (Before Becoming a Celebrity Stylist)

Hey! Dean here. You know my passion is to share my own personal experience to help fast-track your career in hair styling. Here are four things I wish I had known before getting started!

I'd love to hear what resonates with you!

 

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