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Ashley McLaren

North Bay

Summary

Dynamic Beauty Specialist with a proven track record at Shoppers Drug Mart, excelling in expert makeup application and client consultations. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through engaging beauty workshops and effective product recommendations, driving sales growth and brand loyalty. Committed to maintaining high hygiene standards while delivering exceptional service.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Beauty Specialist (Cosmetician)

Shoppers Drug Mart
11.2012 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with clients through attentive listening skills and genuine interest in their beauty goals.
  • Worked closely with store management to identify areas of improvement, implementing changes that contributed to increased sales and a more streamlined and enjoyable shopping experience for customers.
  • Conducted beauty workshops for customers on various topics such as makeup application techniques or skincare routines to increase engagement and build brand authority.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop and execute promotional events, attracting new customers to the store.
  • Maintained a clean workspace and practiced proper hygienic application.

Apprentice / Junior Stylist

Vida Salon
02.2015 - 05.2018
  • Provided multiple services, including cutting, styling, colour, blonding, smoothing treatments and updos.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Recommended services and products to increase sales and customer satisfaction.
  • Stayed informed about industry trends, attending trade shows and professional development events to enhance expertise continually.
  • Posted styles and services on social media to boost subscribers and encourage new customers.

Sandwich Artist / Assistant Manager

SUBWAY Restaurants
10.2006 - 08.2012
  • Maintained a clean workspace and followed all food safety and hygiene protocols.
  • Handled cash register transactions accurately while maintaining excellent customer service during check-out procedures.
  • Assisted in the organization and execution of seasonal sales events, ensuring that promotional materials were effectively displayed and staff were prepared for increased customer volume.
  • Assisted with hiring, scheduling and training staff, as well as opening/closing procedures and banking.

Seasonal Artist / Sales Associate

MAC Cosmetics
09.2006 - 12.2008
  • Provided makeup application services for special occasions, showcasing product effectiveness and boosting brand loyalty.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized beauty consultations and recommending suitable products.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Developed in-depth product knowledge and kept up to date with latest trends in beauty to avail of resources and apply best practices.
  • Maintained a clean workspace and practiced proper hygienic application.

Part Time Key Holder / Sales Associate

Fairweather Clothing
10.2005 - 09.2007
  • Increased revenue through effective customer service and inventory management.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Maintained accurate and attractive merchandise displays, ensuring a strategic placement of products in order to maximize sales.

Education

Hairstyling Diploma -

Modern College of Hairstyling And Esthetics
North Bay, ON
07.2013

Bachelor Of Fine Arts -

Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Barrie, ON
06.2010

Art And Design Fundamentals -

Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Barrie, ON
06.2007

Skills

  • Expert makeup application
  • Product recommendation expertise
  • Sales and upselling
  • Social media promotion
  • Hygiene and sanitation
  • Client consultation
  • Demonstration skills
  • Customer service
  • Retail experience

Timeline

Apprentice / Junior Stylist

Vida Salon
02.2015 - 05.2018

Beauty Specialist (Cosmetician)

Shoppers Drug Mart
11.2012 - Current

Sandwich Artist / Assistant Manager

SUBWAY Restaurants
10.2006 - 08.2012

Seasonal Artist / Sales Associate

MAC Cosmetics
09.2006 - 12.2008

Part Time Key Holder / Sales Associate

Fairweather Clothing
10.2005 - 09.2007

Hairstyling Diploma -

Modern College of Hairstyling And Esthetics

Bachelor Of Fine Arts -

Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology

Art And Design Fundamentals -

Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology

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