Wig Advisor
うぃっぐあどばいざー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Other Merchandise Sales Clerks
Summary
A job that provides hair solutions tailored to customers' needs through wig selection, fitting, and aftercare.
Description
Wig Advisors propose and sell wigs tailored to a wide range of needs, from customers suffering from hair loss or thinning hair to those seeking fashion purposes. They measure head circumference and perform fittings to achieve a natural appearance and comfortable fit. They handle consultations on style and color selection, customization and adjustments, guidance on maintenance methods, and aftercare. They work in department stores, specialty stores, hair salon annexes, home visit services, etc., and collaborate with manufacturers to gather information on new products and try on samples.
Future Outlook
The market is expanding due to increasing demand for medical wigs accompanying the aging population and the spread of cancer treatment, as well as expanding demand for fashion wigs through SNS. There is a demand for personnel who can provide highly specialized counseling and customization proposals.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Good Listener / Neat and Clean Appearance / Polite and Courteous
Work Style
Hair Salon Attached / Home Visit Service / In Department Store / Store Work / Trade Show Exhibition
Career Path
Junior Wig Advisor → Senior Wig Advisor → Store Manager → Trainer → Buyer → Independent Business
Required Skills
Customer Service Skills / Hair Styling / Head Measurement / Wig Fitting Techniques
Recommended Skills
Aftercare / Customization / Fashion Coordination / Product Knowledge (Wigs)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high accuracy is required for head circumference measurement and wig fitting. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to accurately understand customers' requests and provide reassurance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is some simple calculation such as price calculation, but advanced mathematical skills are minimal. |
Aliases
- Hairpiece Advisor
- Toupee Advisor
- Wig Consultant
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