Michael Buonincontro
Michael Buonincontro
Maywood, NJ
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Description

Award-nominated Hair Department Head and Hair Designer with 20+ years of experience in scripted television, feature film, Broadway, and live performance. Adept in building and leading hair teams for complex productions, including period pieces, fantasy/sci-fi, and contemporary dramas. Specializes in full-spectrum hair design—from historically accurate styling and advanced wig work to on-camera continuity and talent-ready looks under high-pressure timelines.
Known for a calm, detail-focused presence on set and trusted by directors, producers, and A-list talent alike for delivering consistent, story-driven results. Skilled in script breakdown, look development, hair budgeting, and crew coordination from pre-production through post.


Special Skills & Experience


• Period, Contemporary & Editorial Hair Design
• Wig Design, Construction & Application
• Team Leadership & Union Crew Management
• On-Set Continuity & Script Breakdown
• Multicultural Hair Knowledge
• Men’s Grooming / Barbering
• Styling for Film Lighting & Camera Angles
• Pre-Production Budgeting /Vendor Coordination


Affiliations
  • IATSE Local 798 - Makeup and Hair

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