Hb’s 11th Annual Video Contest

Welcome to the Hairbrained Awards!

The Hairbrained Awards honor professionals who push the boundaries of the craft. Now in its 11th year, the awards are expanding to recognize not only standout individual videos but also content creators for their ongoing contributions across social media throughout 2024. This is your chance to celebrate the hard work you’ve invested in your content—enter now to be recognized for all you’ve accomplished!

New Category Expansions

The Hairbrained Awards have expanded the categories to encompass two main types of recognition:

Video of the Year

Recognizes a single video that demonstrates innovation, value, and inspiration for the hairdressing community, across various techniques and creative expressions.

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Content Creator of the Year

Celebrates a content creator's body of work in a specific category, evaluating the impact and creativity of their posted content throughout the year.

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What is HBA11?

The Hairbrained Awards celebrate excellence in hairdressing and content creation, showcasing professionals who push the craft’s boundaries. It's a chance for hairdressers, barbers, and creators to share their work and inspire a global community.

Who Should Apply?

We invite all hair professionals and creators! Whether you’re a stylist, colorist, barber, educator, or influencer, if you're passionate about hair, we want your entry—no matter your focus, from cutting to content creation.

HBA Rules & Entry Requirements

  • Free to Enter: Participation in the Hairbrained Awards is free of charge.
  • Entry Period: November 11 - December 31, 2024
  • Video of the Year:
    • The video should be created in 2024.
    • Acceptable formats include vertical or horizontal orientation.
    • Duration: Minimum of 10 seconds and maximum of 10 minutes.
  • Content Creator of the Year:
    • Content on your profile will be judged based on what was posted throughout 2024.
    • We recommend pinning your best, category-relevant posts to the top of your profile.
    • You may enter one or more of your Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube profiles for consideration; only one is required.
  • Multiple Entries: You may enter as many times and in as many categories as you like.

How to Enter

Video of the Year

We’re seeking entries that provide value and inspiration to the hairdressing community, whether through cutting techniques, color transformations, styling, or creative expression.

The Categories

Precision Cutting
The ultimate award for super sharp and precise cutting skills!
Razor Cutting
Celebrating razor cutting techniques that wow us all.
Dry Cutting
Show us your best dry cutting magic in a standout video!
Curly Cutting
For those who slay curly hair!
Blonding
The best video showcasing jaw-dropping blonding.
Reds
Show off your fiery color skills with outstanding red hair!
Brunette
Best video that brings brunette beauty to life.
Barbering
Highlighting the freshest barbering skills on screen!
Branded
The best video made for a brand that steals the show.
Creative Expression
Creative hair inspo that captures the vibe, no technical stuff needed!
Braiding or Natural Styling
Show us your best braids and natural styles in action.
Editorial
For the editorial hairstyles that are pure art on video.
Blow-Dry & Iron Work
Bring the heat with your blow-drying and styling skills!
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Content Creator of the Year

These awards honor those making an impact in the hairdressing community through online content. Whether you specialize in cutting, coloring, humor, or podcasts, we want to recognize your work and how you engage, educate, and entertain on social media.

The Categories

Cutting Content Creator
Recognizing creators who shine with impressive haircutting videos.
Color Content Creator
Celebrating those who showcase vibrant and stunning hair color work.
Humorous Content Creator
For creators who entertain us with their engaging and light-hearted hair content.
Podcast
Awarding the best podcast focused on all things hair industry.
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