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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

I am a highly motivated, artistic and driven hair and makeup artist as well as a novice stylist. My passion is taking my three loves and creating great style. I love to make people feel great about themselves and highlighting their features. It is my privilege to play that role with all future clients.

SKILLS

  • Airbrush makeup technique
  • Ability to conceptualizes various looks
  • Mens grooming
  • Multi-tasker
  • HD makeup
  • Efficient
  • Styles in many genres
  • Creative
  • Precision styling and cutting
  • Strong communication skills
  • Extensions
  • Professional
  • Accomplished Colorist including corrective coloring
  • Able to travel
  • Highly motivated
  • Reliable

WORK HISTORY



Senior Elevated Educator, Stylist, Makeup Artist (10/2015- Present)

Moroccanoil Inc.

As an educator for Moroccanoil I teach other stylist various techniques, tips and tricks based on the technical class they are attending. While utilizing Moroccanoil products to achieve their end goals. These field education classes can range from Art of bridal, Knotwork (braiding), Signature cutting and product knowledge, just to name a few. While also playing an instrumental role in all Moroccanoil events and trade shows. With the ability to assist at New York fashion week and Bridal Fashion week.

Hair Stylist, Makeup Artist, Stylist (09/2012 to 12/2016)
Oakley Inc.
Foothill Ranch, CA

I contract with Oakley, Inc. as a freelance hair stylist, makeup artist and stylist. I work closely with their athletes styling them for various photo shoots, video shoots and press events. Often working long hours and on a changing time table; always producing great results. I often travel with Oakley staff and their athletes maintaining a working relationship with a friendly ease.

Senior Hair Stylist and Makeup Artist (08/2006 to Present)
Shampoo Cocktails Beauty Lounge 
Aliso Viejo, CA

Working as an independent contractor at Shampoo Cocktails has allowed me to rapidly grow my business in a collaborating environment. I perform best amongst other creative and positive minds. As a senior stylist I am known for my skills and professional manor. I believe your only as good as your weakest link. I conduct various classes to the rest of our staff in different areas of education at Shampoo Cocktails. Aside from being a team player, I make it my point to ensure my clients receive a great experience every time they sit in my chair. I cut, color and style my clients' hair with precision and expertise. I also offer, corrective color, makeup, hair extensions, chemical straightening treatments and the Keratin Smoothing treatment. I also specialize in weddings and up do's. I stay current on all changing trends and styles, making my self very adaptable and this keeps my clients intrigued. While maintaining professionalism, I have established strong relationships with my client base that generates long term business. This also helps me better prescribe and promote hair care products and cosmetics that solve their hair and makeup needs. I believe in the highest form of customer service, and that often means going the extra mile.

Freelance Hair stylist, Makeup artist and Stylist (06/2006 to Present)
Self Employed
On location

My passion is the ever revolving door that my freelance opportunities bring me. I freelance as a hairstylist, makeup artist and stylist. I work well with everyone I come into contact with. I have a lot of experience collaborating with models, photographers and videographers to make their visions come to life. Whether that is in studio or on location. I thrive on the diversity of working in different industries; wether it's television, fashion, film, editorial, sports, fitness, or lifestyle. I am extremely hard working and take pride in all my work.

Some companies I've had the pleasure of working with are Tillys, Oakley, Locale Magazine, 5280 Magazine, Chalene Johnson - ChaLEAN Extreme Work Out Beach Body Fitness, just to name a few.

EDUCATION

Cosmetology
Paul Mitchell The School
- Costa Mesa, CA (2006)

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Paul Mitchell
  • Hairlocs Extension
  • Bellami Hair Extension
  • Kett Cosmetic Airbrush
  • Schwarzkopf Professional
  • Keratin Smoothing by Coppola
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