Hire a Hair & Makeup Artist in Houston, TX
At a Glance
Assignment Desk provides professional hair & makeup artist services in Houston, TX. Our hair & makeup artists come fully equipped with Professional makeup kit, Airbrush system, Hair styling tools and operate on standard 10-hour production days. Available for corporate, broadcast, commercial, and live event productions. Book today for immediate availability.
What Does a Hair & Makeup Artist Do?
A Hair & Makeup Artist (HMU) prepares on-camera talent for broadcast, commercial, corporate, and film productions. They apply makeup to reduce shine, even skin tones, and ensure talent looks polished under studio and field lighting. They also style hair for continuity across multiple shots and shooting days. HMUs work quickly between takes to maintain a consistent on-camera appearance.
Standard Equipment
Common Shoot Scenarios
- Broadcast news segments
- Corporate interviews
- Commercial productions
- Photo shoots
- Live event talent prep
Video Production in Houston, TX
Houston is the energy capital of the world, with ExxonMobil, Chevron, Phillips 66, and hundreds of oil and gas companies driving a massive corporate video production market. NASA's Johnson Space Center adds aerospace demand.
Texas offers up to 22.5% cash grants. Houston's energy corridor, Texas Medical Center (the world's largest), and NASA JSC create three distinct production verticals. The city's cultural diversity and sprawling metro provide wide-ranging location options.
- Energy capital: ExxonMobil, Chevron, Phillips 66, ConocoPhillips, Halliburton
- NASA Johnson Space Center — aerospace and STEM content production
- Texas Medical Center — world's largest medical complex, driving healthcare video
- No state income tax — competitive rates for crew and production
Hair & Makeup Artist Crew in Houston, TX
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Production Guidelines in Houston
Standard Day Rate: All hair & makeup artist bookings in Houston are based on a 10-hour production day, which includes setup, shooting, and wrap time.
Overtime: Hours beyond the standard 10-hour day are billed at time-and-a-half. We recommend building buffer time into your schedule for complex productions.
Local Radius: The local production zone covers a 30-mile radius from downtown Houston (4008 Louetta Rd. #409). Locations outside this zone may include travel time and mileage charges.
Equipment: All crew arrive with their standard equipment package. Custom gear requests (specialty lenses, additional lighting, etc.) can be arranged with advance notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What industries drive production demand in Houston?
Three sectors dominate: energy (ExxonMobil, Chevron, the entire Energy Corridor), healthcare (Texas Medical Center, MD Anderson), and aerospace (NASA Johnson Space Center). These create year-round demand for corporate, industrial, training, and documentary content.
How much does a hair & makeup artist cost in Houston, TX?
Hair & Makeup Artist rates in Houston vary based on project scope, equipment needs, and shoot duration. Assignment Desk offers competitive day rates on a standard 10-hour production day. Contact us at 312-464-8600 or visit our booking page for a custom quote.
What equipment does a hair & makeup artist bring to a shoot?
Our hair & makeup artist professionals in Houston typically arrive with Professional makeup kit, Airbrush system, Hair styling tools, Touch-up supplies, Makeup chair and mirror with lights, Continuity photo references. Equipment packages can be customized based on your production requirements.
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