Freelance Makeup Artist - Santa Fe, NM

About the role

A new standard of clean luxury. Founded by world-renowned editorial makeup artist Gucci Westman, Westman Atelier is a curated edit of skin-loving, performance-first makeup that is always effortless, never overdone. A mother, makeup artist, and champion of holistic living, Gucci believes passionately that ‘luxury’, ‘efficacy’ and ‘clean’ can be synonymous with exceptional makeup.

Responsibilities

• Achieve daily sales goals through in-store service and supporting at vendor events
• Provide exceptional customer experience with makeup services; showcase excellent makeup skills, fitting with the unique Westman Atelier product application
• Educate customers on brand product knowledge to create brand awareness, and assist them with product selection through demonstration and application
• Actively participate in and complete online learning - Grooming & Procedures
• Adhere to proper hygiene guidelines when demonstrating products on clients
• Aid in maintaining the required inventory practices while in-store
• Maintain excellent VM standards and regularly clean + restock the counter/gondolas, tools, and tester units
• Adhere to brand and retailer image guidelines, standards, and practices at all times
• Regularly and effectively communicate with leadership to keep them informed and updated on all actions/events
• Build a close relationship and work partnership with the in-store category managers; Work effectively with store personnel, store management and sales and education teams

Requirements

• 1-2 years of beauty/skin care sales experience; Makeup Artistry degree or certification in similar capacity, a plus
• Familiarity with beauty retail environments; Sephora experience, preferred
• Demonstrated success handling customer matters in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel to various retailers within region
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including nights, weekends and special events
• A high level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Passion for clean luxury beauty