Shreveport, LA — Northwest Louisiana hair stylists and makeup artists can take their skills to the next level with a free, hands-on Hair and Makeup for Film Production Workshop, hosted by the Prize Foundation with support from Louisiana Entertainment. This groundbreaking workshop is part of an ongoing Film Prize University workforce development initiative which began in November with a Production Assistant training event. The all-day Hair and Makeup workshop will be held at LSU Shreveport on Saturday, March 22.

“The team at the Prize Foundation and Film Prize are super proud to help lead the workforce development effort for the film industry for our community,” said Gregory Kallenberg, Executive Director of the Prize Foundation and founder of the Louisiana Film Prize. “Our hope is that attendees get the training through Film Prize University to gain jobs in the media industry and improve their lives.”

The immersive Hair & Makeup Workshop will give attendees a look into the world of film and television production and is tailored for makeup artists and hair stylists eager to break into the entertainment industry. Participants will gain invaluable hands-on experience, working with live actors, lights and cameras, while learning essential techniques and protocols that set film production apart from traditional salon work.

The workshop will be led by Eva Reed, known professionally as Eva Styles. A licensed hairstylist, makeup artist, and educator with over a decade of experience in the beauty and entertainment industries, Reed’s career has spanned salon work, theater, film and television, working on major productions like Emancipation (starring Will Smith), A24’s Iron Claw, Disney’s Secrets of Sulphur Springs, Hulu’s Iron Mike, and Peacock’s Queer as Folk.

Beyond individual career development, this workforce development initiative contributes to the broader economic landscape of Northwest Louisiana. By equipping local talent with specialized skills and cross-training, the program enhances Shreveport the region’s appeal as a production hub, ensuring that filmmakers have access to a reliable, skilled workforce. This effort can not only attract more film projects to the region but also stimulate job creation and economic growth across various sectors, from hospitality and retail to tourism and small businesses.

Registration for the workshop is free, though space is limited. Priority will be given to those who hold a cosmetology license or are actively pursuing their credentials through a cosmetology institution.

To learn more and to register, visit https://www.prizefest.com/workshop