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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, CA
01-2025

Makeup Artist Certification -

Joe Blasco School of Professional Makeup Artistry
Los Angeles
09-2009

Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts

Florida International University
Miami, FL
12-2004

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
Kat Laskey