Fill out and submit your complete entry form and accompanying slides by mail or courier to: The 15th Annual Canadian
Hairstylist of the Year Awards, c/o Salon Communications, 411 Richmond Street East, Suite 300, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3S5.
IMPORTANT: the deadline
is now
August 19th 2003
.
Entries must arrive at
Salon Communications
by 5:00 pm.
ENTRY FORM
entry fee
Canadian Hairstylist
Canadian Salon Team
Master Hairstylist
Men's Hairstylist
Avant Garde Hairstylist
Texture Hairstylist
Makeover Colourist
Multicultural Hairstylist
Newcomer Hairstylist
Student/Apprentice Hairstylist
Makeup Artist
Salon Interior Design
Nail Enhancement Artist
NEW!
Nail Art Technician
British Columbia Hairstylist
Alberta Hairstylist
Saskatchewan Hairstylist
Manitoba Hairstylist
Ontario Hairstylist
Quebec Hairstylist
Atlantic Hairstylist
NAME
SALON NAME
SALON ADDRESS
CITY
PROVINCE
POSTAL CODE
SALON PHONE NUMBER
SALON FAX NUMBER
HOME PHONE NUMBER
E MAIL ADDRESS
METHOD OF PAYMENT:
CHEQUE ENCLOSED
VISA
AMERICAN EXPRESS
VISA #
EXPIRY DATE
NAME ON VISA CARD
DECLARATION:
I HEREBY DECLARE I HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD AND COMPLIED WITH THE RULES AND REGULATIONS.
SIGNATURE
DATE
$85 per category
(including GST)
$60 Student Fee
(including GST) for the
Student/Apprentice category
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Duplicate this form for
additional entries.
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Enclose payment with each entry.
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Make cheque or money order
payable to: The Canadian Hairstylist
of the Year Awards.
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Credit card (VISA, American Express
only) payments must include card
number, expiry date and name on card.
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Do not mail cash! Cash payments
should be made in person at the
Salon Communications Inc. office.
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The 15th Annual
Canadian Hairstylist
of the Year Awards
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the canadian hairstylist
of the year awards
Who can enter?
The competition is open to every bonafide, working member
of a Canadian professional beauty salon, including
freelancers to the industry and salon owners.
What is the Community Service Award?
In addition to the 21 regular categories, a community
service award is given to the professional or salon
whose single event created the greatest impact in their
neighbourhood between September 1, 2002 and August 19,
2003. There is no entry fee for this category, which is
judged by an independent Community Service Award panel,
but contestants must fill out a separate "Contessa
Community Service Award Application." For information
call 416-869-3131 (ext. 105). One applicant will be
awarded a Community Service certificate during the
Contessa Awards gala.
How are the entries judged?
Judging is performed over two days by two different panels
of independent beauty industry experts, beauty editors and
photographers. Shown by number and category only, each
entrant's work remains anonymous to both judging panels.
Judges score each entry on a point system relating to
originality, creativity, fashion appeal, model suitability,
technical execution, photography, makeup, wardrobe and
overall concept.
Where can photographers be found?
For a cross-Canada list of photographers, familiar with the
requirements of The Canadian Hairstylist of the Year Awards,
call 416-869-3131 (ext. 105); fax 416-869-3008; or visit
the
Salon Magazine booth at ABA shows across Canada.
How are semi-finalists and
finalists notified?
The 10 semi-finalists from each category and 20 semi-
finalists in the Canadian Hairstylist of the Year, Salon Team
of the Year and Canadian Master Hairstylist of the Year
categories are listed in the October issues of
Salon Magazine
English & French, and are also notified by mail. The five
finalists from each category and top 10 finalists in the
Canadian Hairstylist of the Year, Salon Team of the Year
and Canadian Master Hairstylist of the Year categories are
listed in the November/December issues of both publications,
and are notified by phone and mail. Winners will be
announced at the awards gala.
What do finalists and winners receive?
Finalists receive:
·
One complementary, non-transferable ticket to represent
the year's best at the awards gala dinner and ceremony
held November 2, 2003, in Toronto, Ontario.
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Finalist Certificate(s)
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Their work showcased to the industry's elite at the
Contessa gala
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A free Platinum website on Beautynet.com (value $380),
showcasing their Contessa work.
Award winners receive (all the above plus):
·
Their winning work featured in the annual "Contessa
Collector's Edition" of
Salon Magazine English and
French editions, plus on our Contessa winners page
posted on Beautynet.com
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A crystal glass "Contessa" trophy
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Career-boosting media coverage by the country's
foremost beauty publications and TV programs
·
Gifts donated courtesy of the Contessa sponsors
and patrons
instructions for
each category
Please read the criteria for each category carefully
and accurately follow all rules and regulations.
There have been updates.
For all categories
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Include all credit information on a separate sheet
(including photography, clothing, etc.) Typed or attached
word-processed documents are highly encouraged.
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Name and category must also be clearly written on all
slides. Do not use stickers. Label before and after shots
as 1a, 1b, etc.
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Submit a 35 mm slide of yourself (or of your salon team
if entering Canadian Salon Team of the Year) with
each
entry. Label bio images clearly.
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Only one model per image is permitted.
Canadian Hairstylist
Submit five slides (five different models) from the
following seven possible categories: long hair, short hair,
men's, texture, colour, multi-cultural, or avant garde.
Versatility will be judged.
Canadian Salon Team
Submit five slides (five different models) from the
following possible seven categories: long hair, short hair,
men's, texture, colour, multicultural, or avant garde.
Versatility will be judged. A minimum of two hairstylists
must contribute to be eligible. Include the names of all
participants in each entry.
Master Hairstylist
This category is open to those who have worked a
minimum of 15 years in the industry, or to winners
of two Contessa awards in any one category (except
for Salon Team of the Year, Makeup Artist of the
Year, Nail Enhancement Artist of the Year or Nail Art
Technician of the Year). A total "front cover" look is
judged on hair colour, cut/style, makeup, nails and
fashion. Submit five slides (five different models)
from the following seven possible categories: long
hair, short hair, men's, texture, colour, multicultural,
or avant garde.
Men's Hairstylist
Submit three slides (three different male models).
Avant Garde Hairstylist
Submit three slides showcasing fantasy work (three
different models). Digital enhancement may be used
in this category, but in no other category.
Multicultural Hairstylist
Submit three slides (three different models). Range
of looks must complement culturally diverse models.
Texture Hairstylist
Submit three "before" and three "after" slides (three
different models) that demonstrate various texture
techniques (ie. permanent waving, relaxing or another
chemical texture change). The "before" photographs
must be taken within one year of the makeover. Be sure
to attach a separate sheet with a technical description
of the texture processes used.
Makeover Colourist
Submit three "before" and three "after" slides (three
different models, male or female). The "before"
photographs must be taken within one year of the
makeover. Include on a separate sheet the natural hair
colour level, and formula and processes used.
Newcomer Hairstylist
Submit three slides (three different models).
To be eligible, hairstylists may not be licensed for more
than five years. Include with your entry a copy of your
license, or your beauty school graduation certificate,
if there is no licensing in your province.
Student /Apprentice Hairstylist
Submit three slides (three different models). To be
eligible, entrants must be enrolled in cosmetology school,
or performing their required hours in a salon, before
August 19, 2003. A letter from the school/salon,
confirming enrollment, must be submitted with the entry.
Students/apprentices may not already be licensed.
Salon Interior Design
Submit five slides for Salon Interior Design of the
Year, showcasing: the reception/waiting area, retail
area, styling area, technical area, and a room or a
detail of your choice. Please include on a separate sheet
the following information: salon name, salon address,
salon phone number, owners, salon size, designers,
retail products (hair, skin, nails) and number of staff.
A scaled, floor-plan drawing of the salon must also be
included with your entry.
Makeup Artist
Submit three "before" and three "after" slides (three
different models). Include at least one day and one
evening look. The third slide may be another day/evening
look, or an avant garde or theatrical look. Please label
each slide accordingly.
Nail Enhancement Artist
Submit three "before" and three "after" slides
(three different models). Any enhancement technique
is acceptable. Each set of "natural-looking" nail
enhancements will be judged on suitability to the
model's hand size and shape, and on the overall appeal.
Only one set of nails, out of the required three, may be
polished. Include on a separate sheet the processes used.
NEW!
Nail Art Technician
Submit three "before" and three "after" slides (three
different models). Each set of nails will be judged on
creativity, use of colour, appliqués, texture and overall
appeal. Any nail enhancement technique is acceptable.
Include a separate sheet of processes used.
Provincial
This category is open to stylists that operate in
a salon in the province entered. Submit three slides
(three different models) for:
·
British Columbia Hairstylist of the Year
·
Alberta Hairstylist of the Year
·
Saskatchewan Hairstylist of the Year
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Manitoba Hairstylist of the Year
·
Ontario Hairstylist of the Year
·
Quebec Hairstylist of the Year
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Atlantic Hairstylist of the Year
rules and regulations
Please review and follow all rules and regulations
to make sure your entry is complete.
01.
The competition is open to every bonafide, working
member of a Canadian professional beauty salon, including
freelancers to the industry and salon owners.
02.
Competitors may enter one or more of the 21
Contessa categories (22 including Community Service)
but each category may only be entered once annually.
03.
Each model may only appear once per category.
For example, if the category requires three slides, three
different models must be used.
04.
Hair extensions are permitted, however full
wigs are prohibited in all categories except: Makeup
Artist of the Year, Nail Art Technician of the Year or Nail
Enhancement Artist of the Year.
05.
To ensure fair competition, no computer
enhancement may be used in any category, except for
Avant Garde Hairstylist of the Year.
06.
After winning any category twice (with the exception
of Canadian Salon Team of the Year, Makeup Artist of the
Year, Nail Enhancement Artist of the Year or Nail Art
Technician of the Year), competitors are not eligible to enter
that category for three years. However, the competitor may
enter Canadian Master Hairstylist of the Year (a category
also open to hairstylists having 15 years experience or
more). Once eligible, there is no limit to the amount of times
you may enter or win the Master category.
07.
Photos must be 35 mm black & white or colour,
original, non-glass mounted slides. All images must be
shot vertically (if entering the category Salon Interior Design,
horizontal slides are permitted). Please package slides
in standard plastic protective sleeves. Elaborate packaging
is discouraged and is not scored. Slides will not be
returned--please make and keep your own duplicates
before entering the competition. Original slides of entry
photos are encouraged.
08.
Contessa submissions may not be entered into
any similar, national, photography-based award event
unless it is held in conjunction with Salon Communications
Inc., until the results of The 15th Annual Canadian
Hairstylist of the Year Awards are announced at the gala
awards ceremony. This rule will be enforced, and awards
will be revoked if broken. For further information call:
416-869-3131 (ext 105).
09.
Contessa submissions may not be work which
has been used or photographed for commercial purposes
(ie. advertising campaigns). For further information call:
416-869-3131 (ext 105).
10.
Entry to the competition deems entrants have read,
accepted and agreed to abide by the rules set forth herein.
11.
All entrants hereby grants The Canadian Hairstylist
of the Year Awards all respective rights, titles and interests
to the enclosed slide submission, including all applicable
copyrights. The entrant further grants
Salon Magazine,
French and English editions,
Elevate Magazine and
BeautyNet, permission to reproduce any and/or all submitted
slides in any way they deem reasonable, provided such use
relates to this or any future Canadian Hairstylist of the Year
Award event and any advertising, promotion or publicity
associated herewith. By entering this competition, the
entrant waives the right to make any claims against the
judges of the competition, the sponsors, or any group which
endorses the competition or assists in its conduct. The
entrant understands the decision of the judges is final
and that all slides become the property of Salon
Communications Inc. and The Canadian Hairstylist of the
Year Awards without payment of any compensation and
without restriction as to date, location or manner of use,
provided such relates to this event in any way.
12.
It is understood by entering this competition,
the entrant has secured and has proof of release forms
authorized by the photographer(s), makeup artist(s),
model(s) and other parties of interest involved in the
production of each submission. Please use the release
on the following page.
13.
Failure to comply with the Rules and Regulations
as set out will result in point deduction for each infraction
incurred and/or disqualification from the competition.
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entry tips:
DO submit a complete entry package for each category.
This includes: an official entry form (with every line filled
out--legibly), the required photographs AND a slide
of yourself. Typed or attached word-processed documents
are highly encouraged.
DON'T submit one form for multiple categories. If you're
entering more than one category, photocopy the sheet,
ask for extra forms or visit www.beautynet.com/contessa.
DO submit full credits, including your name, category
entered, photographer, makeup artist, etc. on a separate
sheet. Staple it to your entry form.
DON'T attach sticky labels to the slides. Labels have to
be removed before slides are loaded into the projector which
means credits get lost. Legibly print your name and category
entered on directly on slides.
DON'T mount your slides in glass as they generally shatter
en route. Stick to plastic please.
DO submit slides in protective plastic sleeves to protect
slides from getting scratched or lost. Staple the plastic sleeve
to your entry form, being careful not to staple through your
slides. Please do not tape slides to your entry form!
DO enclose your entry fee (payable by Visa, American
Express or cheque--cash only if submitting your entry
in person) in your package to ensure efficient processing
of your entry. Entries paid with NSF cheques or unauthorized
credit cards will be disqualified.
DO make duplicate copies of your work prior to submission.
Once entered, original slides become Contessa property.
Salon Magazine English and French use them all year long
in the magazines.
DO read the rules and regulations carefully and make
a checklist of what's required for each submission. This is
very important! If you have a question, call 416-869-3131
(ext.105).
DO enter. If you don't enter, you can't win!
contessa beautynet offer
If you are a 2004 Contessa Awards finalist, you will
automatically receive a one year Platinum Membership and
personal website (valued at over $380) on Beautynet.com--
the most popular web destination for beauty pros and their
clients. Once you are a finalist, your photos will be displayed
on your personal site for clients and peers to enjoy. Limit of
one site per finalist.
the canadian hairstylist of the year awards
is the premier
awards ceremony honouring excellence and creativity in salons and salon professionals across the country.
Enter for your exclusive opportunity to capture the top honour of Canada's professional beauty industry.
attention:
Digital Enhancement is not
permitted in any category
EXCEPT Avant Garde.
Any entrant or winner found to
be using digital enhancement
will be disqualified and trophies
will be revoked.
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Please check only one. Duplicate this form for additional entries
Entry form features 2003 Contessa winners' photo: Rocco Campanaro, Axcess Salon & Spa. Original Photo: Babak.
