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Pirkko Payne

Coquitlam,Canada

Summary

Dedicated Barber/Stylist with over 30 years of experience delivering top-notch hairstyling services for men and women. Skilled in various techniques including cuts, perms, and color applications, with a proven track record of enhancing overall sales performance. Completed a Diploma in Hairstyling and continuously improving expertise through the Art & Sciences Master Judges Program. Brings a passion for creating unique styles that meet client needs and adds value to any salon environment.

Thirty years of hairstyling expertise delivering customized services for men and women. Proficient in advanced coloring, cuts, and perms, driving sales growth through exceptional client service. Committed to continuous learning, currently enrolled in the Art & Sciences Master Judges Program, ensuring the latest trends and techniques enhance client satisfaction.

Expert in hairstyling with a focus on precision techniques, including color correction and bridal styling. Strong background in customer relationship management and sales performance, fostering client loyalty and satisfaction. Actively engaged in professional development to continually refine skills and adapt to evolving industry standards.

Versatile Mobile Hairstylist with comprehensive experience in various hair services including cutting, coloring and styling. Strengths lie in understanding client needs, showcasing creativity in styles while ensuring overall customer satisfaction. Successfully built loyal clientele through efficient home service delivery and exceptional interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to stay updated on latest trends in hairstyling industry, thus offering clients contemporary looks.

Creative Mobile Hairstylist known for productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in precision cutting, color techniques, and styling versatility. Excel in time management, adaptability to client needs, and establishing trust through exceptional communication and customer service skills.

Experienced in handling high-volume customer needs, quickly assessing each customer and offering on-trend recommendations. Skilled at cutting hair and recommending optimal products to drive revenue. Diligent about keeping records accurate and schedules organized.

Friendly professional dedicated to providing exceptional service to clients through delivery of beauty services. Energetic professional with excellent skill and technique.

Creative and skilled Hairdresser with experience in providing modern, stylish, and classic haircuts and color services. Possess strong ability to understand client needs and deliver results that enhance natural beauty. Known for maintaining salon cleanliness and contributing positively to workplace atmosphere. Successfully increased client retention through excellent service and effective communication skills.

Creative professional in beauty and hair care, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in precision cutting, innovative coloring techniques, and personalized styling. Excel in communication, adaptability, and customer service, ensuring each client feels heard and leaves satisfied.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Outgoing student pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mobile Hairstylist chair renter

Ocean Breeze
Parksville
06.2022 - 11.2025

Hairstylist

Casa Loma independent senior living
Courtenay
06.2022 - 10.2025

operator

Total Design hair salon
Parksville / Courtaney, Canada
05.1991 - 10.2025
  • Hairstyling for men and women

Stylist

Looking Good Hair Salon
Parksville
10.1990 - 05.1991
  • Executed a variety of hairstyling techniques, including colour application and perms, contributing to overall sales performance.

Hairstylist

Regis Hair Salon
Lethbridge
08.1989 - 09.1990
  • Delivered professional hairstyling services including cuts, perms, and colour, while proactively driving sales.

Education

Superintendent management Course -

VIU
Nanaimo, BC

Diploma in Hairstyling - Hairstyling

Institute of Courage
Malibu, CA, USA

Art & Sciences Master Judges Program - Canadian Silver Medal Hairstyling Judge

Arts and Sciences of Canada
Halifax

Diploma for Hairstyling - Men's and Women's Hairstyling

Helsinki School of Cosmetology
Helsinki, Uusima, Finland

Pivot Point - Hair Cutting

Hairdresser's Association
Nanaimo, BC

Skills

  • Event planner
  • Computer skills
  • Excel
  • Accounting
  • Hairstylist
  • Sales
  • Marketing
  • Administrator
  • Manager
  • Mentor
  • Instructor
  • Customer Service Agent
  • Hairstyling techniques
  • Colour application
  • Perm application
  • Trend awareness
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Customer relationship management
  • Sales performance
  • Revenue growth
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Professional networking
  • Expert haircutting techniques
  • Balayage expertise
  • Barbering techniques
  • Advanced coloring skills
  • Bridal hairstyling
  • Custom wig design
  • Hair product expertise
  • Creative updos
  • Sanitation practices
  • Mobile salon setup
  • Color correction
  • Precision hair styling
  • Hair smoothing treatments
  • Client relationship building
  • Ombre techniques
  • Hair and scalp analysis
  • Scalp treatments
  • Custom wig fitting
  • Hair consultations
  • Hair straightening
  • Expert hair cutting
  • Advanced coloring techniques
  • Blowout services
  • Event hair styling
  • Color correction skills
  • Children's haircuts
  • Curly hair specialist
  • Inventory management
  • Outstanding client retention
  • Product expertise
  • Payment processing expertise
  • Beauty tool sanitization
  • Reliability
  • Customer service
  • Layering techniques
  • Men'S Haircuts
  • Time management abilities
  • Active listening
  • Hair cutting and trimming
  • Excellent communication
  • Decision-making
  • Men's grooming

Certification

  • Silver Master Judge in Hairstyling, Arts and Sciences of Canada
  • Superintendent management Course, VIU, 2010
  • Diploma in Hairstyling, Hairstyling Institute of Courage, Malibu, CA, 2007
  • Art & Sciences Master Judges Program: Canadian Silver Medal, Arts and Sciences of Canada, Halifax, NS, 2004
  • Pivot Point: Hair Cutting, Hairdresser's Association, Nanaimo, BC, 1993
  • Diploma for Hairstyling: Men's and Women's Hairstyling, Helsinki School of Cosmetology, Helsinki, Uusima, Finland, 1973

Languages

Finnish

Personal Information

Title: Stylist

Timeline

Mobile Hairstylist chair renter

Ocean Breeze
06.2022 - 11.2025

Hairstylist

Casa Loma independent senior living
06.2022 - 10.2025

operator

Total Design hair salon
05.1991 - 10.2025

Stylist

Looking Good Hair Salon
10.1990 - 05.1991

Hairstylist

Regis Hair Salon
08.1989 - 09.1990

Superintendent management Course -

VIU

Diploma in Hairstyling - Hairstyling

Institute of Courage

Art & Sciences Master Judges Program - Canadian Silver Medal Hairstyling Judge

Arts and Sciences of Canada

Diploma for Hairstyling - Men's and Women's Hairstyling

Helsinki School of Cosmetology

Pivot Point - Hair Cutting

Hairdresser's Association
Pirkko Payne