Armani (Mani) Rex-Hipa

Level 3 Barber Certificate

What has Cut Above helped you achieve?

Cut Above has given me the knowledge and skill to perfect my style/art of barbering, with a lot of good support and good people around me. It’s the place to be. No doubt

Where are you working now, what is your job?

I am now currently working at Culture Kings, Melbourne CBD as a full-time barber

What do you do in your job?

My work includes making people feel like a million dollars. Expressing my art and passion through barbering, fades, uniform, sculptured cuts, you name it, I’ve done it. And it all started at Cut Above.

What’s the most exciting part of your job?

The most exciting aspect of my job is meeting new people every day. From your average person off the street to celebrities that we all know. Being able to create priceless smiles on each client’s face with a fresh fade/haircut and also being able to put my name out there. Being known to the world as a barber, waking up every morning with no regrets. Loving what I do.

Did your course at Cut Above live up to your expectations?

Cut Above definitely lived up to my expectations. 100% the best academy ever, hands down.

What were the highlights for you?

Highlights of the course were expanding my skills as a barber, meeting life time friends, winning competitions , and a lot of joking around