Professional Production Hair and Makeup: Why Nashville Producers & Exec's Choose Pink Mantis Beauty
- Stephanie Wilson
- Apr 3
- 6 min read
Updated: 4 days ago
Producers, Planners, Managers, and Coordinators: When you're shooting a commercial or on a live set, there is no room for error. That is why Nashville production companies rely on Emmy-winning on-set services by Pink Mantis Beauty!
There are thousands of makeup artists in Nashville, but only one has multi Emmy Award winning services. Stephanie Wilson is the founder of Pink Mantis Beauty
— Nashville, Tennessee's premier Emmy Award-winning mobile production hair and makeup services, full kit studio that sets up anywhere. With over a decade of full-time professional experience spanning bridal, TV and film production, editorial, celebrity, commercial, and corporate grooming, Stephanie has built one of the most credentialed, industry vetted, and trusted on location beauty practices in Middle Tennessee.
This post tells the full story — who Stephanie is, what Emmy Award Winning standards mean, what her credentials include, and why Nashville clients, production companies, event coordinators, producers, and artists choose Pink Mantis Beauty above every other option in the market.
What Does It Mean to offer Emmy Award-Winning standards for Production Hair and Makeup in Nashville?
On a LIVE set, there are no filters, no retouching after the fact, and no second chances. Lighting conditions shift constantly. Talent sits under HD and 4K cameras that reveal every flaw in technique and product. Timelines are tight, continuity is critical, and the final product is broadcast to millions of viewers. Makeup that performs under those conditions — and earns recognition from industry peers for doing so — represents a level of technical mastery that simply cannot be faked. When you need to look your best on stage or on camera in Nashville, the pro's call experienced, industry vetted, licensed & insured production hair and makeup experts, Pink Mantis Beauty.
Stephanie Wilson's work has won multiple Emmy Awards, and can be seen on PBS and CMT.
Who Is Stephanie Wilson — The Artist Behind Pink Mantis Beauty?
Stephanie Wilson is a Nashville-based, professional hair and makeup artist. She has been working full-time in the beauty industry for over a decade. She founded Pink Mantis Beauty as a mobile studio that brings professional-grade artistry directly to clients — at their homes, hotels, bridal suites, venues, and production sets — anywhere in Middle Tennessee.
Her career spans virtually every category of professional beauty work:
Bridal & Wedding
Hundreds of Nashville-area weddings over 10+ years. Stephanie is one of the most experienced and highly reviewed bridal makeup artists in Middle Tennessee. With over 100 five-star Google reviews from real brides, she has a deep understanding of what it takes to create looks that hold from ceremony to last dance under every lighting condition.
TV & Film Production
Stephanie's on-set experience spans over a decade of narrative television, documentary, reality programming, commercial production, and nationally broadcast specials. Her understanding of how cameras read makeup is unmatched in the Nashville mobile beauty market. Her knowledge and expertise of 4K HD Production Hair and Makeup, Men's grooming, and corporate touch-up's deliver every time.
Editorial & Commercial
Magazine-style and advertising beauty work requiring technical precision, creative vision, and the ability to execute complex looks efficiently under production pressure. Stephanie's editorial experience informs every look she creates — even for clients who will never appear on camera.
Celebrity & Red Carpet
High-profile event and celebrity beauty work requiring discretion, professionalism, and the ability to perform flawlessly under pressure with no room for error.
Corporate & Headshot
Executive makeup, conference speaker prep, LinkedIn headshots, and company-wide team headshot days across Nashville and Middle Tennessee. Stephanie's camera expertise translates directly into superior headshot results.
Beauty Education
As the founder of Pink Mantis Beauty in 2016, Stephanie is also a practicing beauty educator. She teaches beginner and advanced artistry courses, runs a mentorship program, and develops the next generation of Nashville beauty professionals.
Full Credentials — Why Stephanie Wilson is Nashville's Most Credentialed Mobile Artist
Some Recent Productions & Publications:
Click this expandable list to see full credentials:
Project / Client | Role | Date |
George Gruhn Doc ft. Vince Gill | HMUA | Dec 2025 |
Experian Health Live Event | Key Hair & Makeup | Oct 2025 |
Hermes Paris Collective | Key Hair & Makeup | Oct 2025 |
"Pay Day" Short Film | Hair & Makeup | Sept 2025 |
Lifetime Interview (Juju & Kevin Frazier) | Hair & Makeup | Aug 2025 |
MLB Speedway Classic (Jeter & McGraw) | Key Hair & Makeup | Aug 2025 |
Impact X Nightline "Chrisley" Interview | Key Hair & Makeup | June 2025 |
WNBA 'Caitlin Clark' (NIKE) | Key Hair & Makeup | May 2025 |
"Midnight Blue" Music Video | HMUA | May 2025 |
Major League Soccer (ADIDAS) | Key Hair & Makeup | May 2025 |
"Crash Champions" Commercial | HMUA | May 2025 |
"Magic Fashion Event" (Nashville MGNET) | Key Hair & Makeup | Apr 2025 |
"Lee Company" Commercial | Hair & Makeup | Mar 2025 |
"Hiller" Commercial | HMUA | Feb 2025 |
"Service Now" University Film | Hair & Makeup | Jan 2025 |
American Idol Open Auditions | HMUA | Nov 2024 |
Josie Music Awards | Hair & Makeup Dept. | Oct 2024 |
Gloria Johnson for Senator Campaign | Key Hair & Makeup | Sept 2024 |
"Dark Side of the Ring" S.6 | Hair & Makeup | July 2024 |
Gatorade Commercial (George Kittle) | Head Hair & Makeup | June 2024 |
"The Balancing Act" S.5 Ep.01 | Key Hair & Makeup | June 2024 |
CMA Fest "Home Free Guys" | Makeup Head | June 2024 |
"He Named Him Adam" Trailer | HMUA | June 2024 |
Brookdale Commercial | Makeup Dept. Head | Apr-Oct 2024 |
Patsy Cline Live at Ryman | Makeup Dept. Head | Apr 2024 |
Neora Corporate Conference | Makeup Dept. Head | Apr 2024 |
Wingfeather Saga S.2 Premiere | Hair & Makeup | Apr 2024 |
"Antech" Corporate Conference | Makeup Dept. Head | Mar 2024 |
Military Makeover (Lifetime) | HMUA | Feb 2024 |
Brookdale Lifestyles Commercial | Key HMUA | Feb 2024 |
Skinriched Aesthetics Commercial | Key HMUA | Jan 2024 |
NASCAR Awards Event | HMU | Nov 2023 |
Jenny Grace Music Video | Key HMU | Oct 2023 |
People's Choice Awards (CMA's) | Key HMU | Oct 2023 |
"Stand by Me" Home Free Guys | Key Hair & Makeup | Sept 2023 |
WKRN News 2 (Bugsy Drake) | Hair & Makeup | Aug 2023 |
"USET" Corporate Shoot | Key Hair & Makeup | July 2023 |
"Gilbreath" Mayor Campaign | Key Hair & Makeup | June 2023 |
Kumar Aesthetics Institute Commercial | Makeup Dept. Head | May 2023 |
George "The Possum" Jones Tribute | Key Celebrity HMU | 2023 |
OAAA "Breakthrough" Conference | Head Hair & Makeup | Mar 2023 |
"Icon for Hire" Music Video | Key Hair & Makeup | Aug 2019 |
"Hole in Sky" Music Video | Hair & Makeup | Nov 2017 |
"Delta Faucet" Corporate Interview | Hair & Makeup | Sept-Nov 2017 |
Why Pro's choose Pink Mantis Beauty for their shoot:
What should you expect when you book a session with Stephanie Wilson's Pink Mantis Beauty? Here are what those above credentials translate to in practical terms for every client:
01. Camera-ready results, every time.
Stephanie's television training means she understands exactly how makeup performs under HD and 4K cameras, under studio lights, under flash photography, and in natural daylight. Whether your session ends at a wedding altar, a TV set, a headshot studio, or an Instagram post — the results photograph beautifully.
02. Technique that holds all day.
On a television set, there are no touch-up windows between scenes — makeup must last. That standard is applied to every client. Long-wear product systems, proper setting techniques, and professional-grade formulas ensure your look stays intact from first look to last photo.
03. Professionalism under pressure.
Live television is the highest-pressure environment in the beauty industry. Tight timelines, last-minute changes, demanding talent, and zero tolerance for error. That experience produces an artist who stays calm, works efficiently, and delivers exceptional results even when the circumstances are less than perfect. Having an expert in set etiquette and adaptability, is what provides award winning results. Being seasoned and conditioned to work pro actively with any crew, on any shoot, in any environment or condition is the pro you need for your project. Pink Mantis Beauty is that standard.
04. Inclusive expertise across all skin tones, ages, and types.
Network television requires working with a diverse range of talent — different ages, skin tones, skin types, and beauty backgrounds. Stephanie's kit and her technique are developed for everyone, not just one demographic.
05. An artist who does this full time & union eligible
Stephanie is not a part-time artist, a weekend hobbyist, or someone building a portfolio. Pink Mantis Beauty is her full-time professional practice — which means you get the detail oriented, focused expertise, industry vetted, best in the business executive grooming & production hair and makeup artist, who is actively working, actively learning, and fully committed to her craft every single day.
✦ KEY TAKEAWAYS-
✓ Stephanie Wilson is a local to Nashville, Tennessee. Providing Emmy Award-winning mobile hair and makeup services by Pink Mantis Beauty.
✓ Stephanie has 10+ years of full-time professional experience in bridal, TV/film, editorial, celebrity, commercial, corporate, and beauty education.
✓ Television production credits include TLC, PBS, CMT, A&E, Amazon Prime, the George Jones Tribute, and Reconnecting Roots & more.
✓ Pink Mantis Beauty has 100+ verified five-star Google reviews and is recognized as a Top 3 Makeup Artist in Nashville by ThreeBestRated.com. Also by Quality Business Awards and the BBB.
✓ Services include On-Set Grooming & HMU for TV, celebrity events, production shoots, corporate headshots, men's grooming, and touch-up's. Licensed, Insured, Accredited and Award winning. Set etiquette and continuity guaranteed!
✓ All services are 100% mobile — Stephanie comes to your home, hotel, venue, or set anywhere in Middle Tennessee. Full kit complete with Pro HD 4K perfecting brands that read beautifully on camera.
✓ If you need a continuity ensured on set production shoot HMUA for your Nashville project, choose us.
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