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Hanfu Stylist & Makeup Artist

Descriptions & Duties

  • Hanfu Stylist & Makeup Artist
    A professional specialises in creating historically inspired hairstyles, makeup, and overall aesthetics for clients wearing Hanfu (traditional Chinese attire). This role combines artistry, historical knowledge, and cultural sensitivity to enhance the visual authenticity of Hanfu presentations. Guangdong is a region with rich cultural heritage and a booming Hanfu revival movement, and the demand for skilled professionals is high, particularly for events like festivals, photoshoots, weddings, and cultural performances.

    Key Responsibilities:
    1. Create intricate, dynasty-specific hairstyles using wigs, hairpieces, and accessories.
    2. Apply makeup aligned with historical aesthetics.
    3. Advise clients on hairstyle/makeup choices based on Hanfu style, face shape, and event type.
    4. Coordinate with costume designers or photographers for cohesive visuals.
    5. Demonstrate expertise in historical beauty standards, regional variations, and symbolism in Hanfu aesthetics.
    6. Maintain hygiene standards for reusable items (wigs, accessories).
    7. Source period-appropriate cosmetics and materials.
    8. Provide on-site touch-ups during shoots, festivals, or ceremonies.

Generic Competencies

Physical Abilities

Physical abilities

  • Physical strength
  • Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Technology Skills

Technology skills

  • Computer literacy
  • Application of technology

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Cognitive Abilities

Cognitive abilities

  • Creativity
  • Visualisation
  • Logical thinking

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Comprehension And Expression

Comprehension and expression skills

  • Reading comprehension
  • Oral / written expression

 

Importance:4 (Max:5) 

Skill is frequently required

 

Social Skills

Social skills

  • Communication
  • Negotiation
  • Persuasion

 

Importance:5 (Max:5) 

Skill is required all the time

 

Organisation And Execution Skills

Organisation and execution skills

  • Planning
  • Organising
  • Judgement
  • Decision making

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Problem Solving Skills

Problem solving skills

  • Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently

 

Importance:4 (Max:5) 

Skill is frequently required

 

Management Skills

Management skills

  • Leadership
  • Management of finance / time / people / other resources

 

Importance:3 (Max:5) 

Skill is basically required

 

Trade Specific Competencies

Basic Cantonese communication skills

Essential regional language ability in Guangdong

Hygiene and safety

Ensure the hygiene of work procedures and supplies

Related Education & Training

Reference

  • 1. Department of Human Resources and Social Security of Guangdong Province. (2025). New occupations notice: “New Consumption Driving Emerging Occupations: Young People Unlocking These New Career Paths” (CCTV Finance, 2025-05-15)

    2. The “Job Descriptions and Duties” details presented were synthesised by DeepSeek AI (accessed 2025-08-08) from publicly available data. For official descriptions, please consult Guangdong HRSS (2025) or CCTV Finance (2025-05-15).