Fashion
Shows : Closely working with brands and designers, Neil helps to
visualise the concept by using fabric swatches, mood boards and
sketches advising on shape and texture for the desired looks. Neil
has worked on shows with Toni&Guy, L'Oréal, Topshop and All
Saints as well as with designers John McCormack, Nicky Wallace, Aoife
O'Leary and Léone Amon.
Advertising : Neil uses the brand's
identity and mission statement along with the photographic or film
crew in creating finished imagery reflecting the brand's message. He
has worked on projects for Perigot, Pampero Rum, Ribena, Newbridge
Silverware and Vodaphone.
Product Ambassador : Clear
conveyance and thorough knowledge of a brand's audience are key for
Neil when demonstrating the use of a product or range to the press.
Neil's confidence in public speaking makes him the natural choice to
give talks, demonstrations or hair styling advice relating to the
featured event or brand. Neil regularly contributes to magazine
features and currently works as a spokesperson for Proctor and Gamble
hair brands, Ireland.
Education & Demonstration :
Employed
by various companies, Neil has devised and delivered training
programs for the personal and practical development of students. Neil
guides stylists in a demonstrational environment in groups of up to
20 or on a 1-to-1 basis.
From classic to advanced techniques, he
educates and inspires students in colour, cutting and styling using
various mediums. His clients range from private salons and companies
to international brands such as Alfaparf Milano and Clairol.
Television,
Film & Theatre : Working alongside art and costume departments,
Neil's extensive knowledge has helped to create many period finishes
for television series such as "The Tudors".
He regularly
styles hair for presenters, hosts and guests as well as appearing
himself on makeover segments for TV channels RTÉ
and TV3.
Private
Hairdressing : With his infectious personality and ability to make
anyone feel comfortable, Neil's 1-to-1
specialist attention in cutting, colouring and styling has made him
the first choice for many celebrity and private clients.
Bridal
: For that perfect and special day Neil's guidance during
consultation and impeccable styling has seen him work throughout
Europe and to the USA. Neil's often recommended to brides by event
organisers such as Weddings by Franc, and has also contributed to the
reality tv series "Brides of Franc" and styled pictorials in
bridal magazines Confetti and Wedding Journal.