Makeup Artist

**@**hairqueen_la is a luxury hair store and salon here in Los Angeles. We are seeking a talented and energetic Makeup Artist to join our dynamic beauty team! In this role, you will bring confidence and creativity to clients by enhancing their natural beauty through expert makeup application. Your passion for cosmetics, combined with excellent customer service skills, will ensure every client leaves feeling radiant and satisfied. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your artistry while engaging with diverse clients in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Provide professional makeup application services tailored to each client’s preferences and occasions, including everyday looks, special events, and photoshoots
• Consult with clients to understand their desired outcomes, offering expert advice on makeup styles, color choices, and skincare routines
• Maintain high standards of sanitation and hygiene by properly cleaning brushes, tools, and workstations after each use
• Stay current with the latest makeup trends, techniques, and product innovations to deliver fresh and innovative looks
• Assist clients with additional beauty services such as eyelash extensions, eyebrow shaping (including hair threading), body waxing, or hair styling as needed
• Promote retail sales by recommending suitable cosmetic products and upselling premium brands to enhance the client’s experience
• Capture professional photos of completed looks for portfolio development or promotional purposes while ensuring proper lighting and angles

Qualifications

• Proven experience in makeup application with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse styles and techniques
• Knowledge of color theory to select flattering shades for different skin tones and facial features
• Familiarity with sanitation standards for beauty tools and products to ensure client safety
• Excellent communication skills to effectively understand client needs and explain beauty procedures clearly
• Basic understanding of photography principles for capturing high-quality images of makeup work
• Experience in retail sales or upselling cosmetic products is a plus
• Additional skills such as hair styling, eyelash extensions, dermabrasion treatments, or body waxing are desirable but not mandatory
• Cosmetology certification or relevant training from accredited programs is preferred

Join us to inspire confidence through artistry! Bring your passion for beauty, your creative flair, and your dedication to exceptional customer service. Together, we’ll create stunning transformations that leave lasting impressions!