Tonya Cryer
- Make-Up Department
Master Journeyman Local 706 hairstylist and local 798 Ms Cryer has perfected the art of hairstyling over 25 years by being a leader in the hair care industry. She is a business woman who previously owned several successful salons and being a licensed instructor over 20 years. Ms Tonya has mentored many of her peers in the motion picture and coiffed the likes of many talented artists employed by major networks such as ABC, NBC, CBS, TNT, BET, TVONE, DISNEY, CW, LOGO, OWN networks. Cryer has the ability to run an impeccable hair department while providimg outstanding results of professionalism, art and continuity. Previously Cryer ran the hair department for televisions Being Mary Jane S4, "Born Again Virgin" and she was key hairstylist for "Blackish", "Scandal", "Ugly Betty" and Disney's "Shake it Up". Prior to BET television moving to Atlanta she headed the hair department for "The Game S3.. Cryer now resides in Atlanta and her experienced roster is proof that she provides efficiency in the hair department. Ms Tonya's passion allows her to create beautiful, glamorous, period, futuristic and other desired looks for productions. She is passionate about teaching, sharing, and uplifting others. For many years Cryer and a team of professionals have given back to the community by providing free haircuts for back to school and donating time and services to the homeless and battered women's shelters throughout the community. Ms Tonya has a genuine giving spirit with an open heart. She is a great teacher who is extremely knowledgeable, talented and ready to pour into anyone who desires to learn.