Specialty Artist - MAC

About the Role

The Specialty Artist – MAC is responsible for maximizing sales in the MAC brand (including color cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance) by engaging guests to determine their individual needs, assisting guests in the selection and purchase of merchandise, and maintaining overall store standards, including cleanliness and replenishment. They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and the MAC brand to the Ulta Beauty guest and support the Experience Manager (EM) through a focus on performance, people, and process.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed MAC brand sales and service goals and contribute to the store’s goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty, omni-channel, and retail shrink.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by interfacing with guests, maintaining an active preferred guest list, and following up on guest inquiries.
• Provide exceptional service by greeting and engaging every guest, personalizing service, offering samples, and recommending complementary products.
• Conduct professional makeup demonstrations, applications, lessons, skincare analyses, and product demonstrations to MAC and Ulta Beauty standards.
• Complete Skill Certification requirements within specified time frames.
• Stay informed about promotions, marketing initiatives, and industry trends to better serve guests.
• Book and support in-store events and services that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while driving sales.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment for teammates, peers, and guests.
• Promote the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app.
• Maintain and update an active clientele portfolio for MAC brand sales.
• Serve as a brand ambassador by sharing product knowledge, makeup techniques, and MAC programs (e.g., “Back to MAC”).
• Participate in required trainings and collaborate with managers and associates to grow the business.
• Adhere to Ulta Beauty’s policies, procedures, and standards, including the dress code.
• Maintain store and MAC operational standards, including cleanliness, replenishment, and hygiene compliance.
• Participate in merchandise resets, planograms, marketing displays, inventory procedures, and shipment processing.
• Follow loss prevention best practices and protect company assets.

Requirements

• High school diploma preferred.
• Cosmetology or demonstrator license where required by state law.
• Cosmetics artistry experience preferred.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Strong sales, product, and service competency.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Attendance at brand-sponsored trainings.

Skills

• Professional makeup artistry.
• Guest service and relationship-building.
• Product knowledge and trend awareness.
• Adaptability in a dynamic retail environment.
• Collaboration and teamwork.

Working Conditions

• Frequent mobility, standing, bending, reaching, pulling, and pushing during shift.
• Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs.
• Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects.

About Ulta Beauty

Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA) is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, haircare, and salon services. We offer more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 brands, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label, and feature a full-service salon in every store. Ulta Beauty is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and considers all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, consistent with applicable laws.