Kat Laskey
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Kat Laskey has dedicated her entire career to the art of beauty, establishing herself as a master Hair & Makeup Artist.
Renowned for her soft touch and attention to detail, Kat specializes in naturally enhancing each individual's unique features- never overdone, always authentic.
Kat's approach to beauty is rooted in mindfulness and intention.
A devoted yogi and animal rescuer, she believes in the quiet power of beauty to uplift the spirit, boost confidence, and help people feel like the best version of themselves.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Hair & Makeup Artist
Glamsquad
12.2023 - Current
* On-call Hairstyling & Makeup Artistry
* Creation of diverse hair & makeup styles, based on client's preferences, and within scheduled time frame
* Customer service & satisfaction
Owner - Lead Artist
Absolutely Beautiful LA
01.2011 - Current
* Winner of Best of the Knot for 15 years, based on clients' 5-star reviews
* Client acquisition, event booking, and top-notch customer service
* Team management and scheduling
* Lead Hair & Makeup Artist
Junior Hair Stylist
Neighborhood Salon
08.2024 - 06.2025
* Haircutting and coloring
* Shampooing and blow drying
* Appointment setting and consultations
* Meeting client expectations and customer service
* Salon maintenance and care
Part-time Instructor
Make-Up Designory (MUD)
07.2010 - 02.2014
* Taught college-level Hair & Makeup classes
* Demonstrating, observing and critiquing skill development in the following courses:
- Beauty 101 (Makeup Application)
- Beauty 201 (Hairstyling)
- Beauty 301 (Portfolio Development)
Makeup Artist / 3rd Key
MAC Cosmetics
10.2006 - 06.2009
* Top salesperson consistently
* Makeup application on diverse range of ages, textures, and skin tones
* Customer service, product knowledge and sales
* Team management, opening and closing of shop
Education
Cosmetology License - Hair, Skin, Makeup, Nails
Academy of Beauty
Culver City, CA01-2025
Makeup Artist Certification -
Joe Blasco School of Professional Makeup Artistry
Los Angeles09-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Florida International University
Miami, FL12-2004
Skills
- Makeup and Hairstyling for photography and special events
- Beauty and Fashion
- Character-FX
- Airbrush makeup
- Wig styling and Extension application
- Haircutting and Haircoloring
- Manicuring and Pedicuring
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Junior Hair Stylist
Neighborhood Salon
08.2024 - 06.2025
Freelance Hair & Makeup Artist
Glamsquad
12.2023 - Current
Owner - Lead Artist
Absolutely Beautiful LA
01.2011 - Current
Part-time Instructor
Make-Up Designory (MUD)
07.2010 - 02.2014
Makeup Artist / 3rd Key
MAC Cosmetics
10.2006 - 06.2009
Cosmetology License - Hair, Skin, Makeup, Nails
Academy of Beauty
Makeup Artist Certification -
Joe Blasco School of Professional Makeup Artistry
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Florida International University