Makeup Artist

Job Description

Job title : NARS Makeup Artist Reports to: Sales and Education Executive COMPANY OVERVIEW NARS Cosmetics is a cosmetics and skin care company with various multi-use beauty products and is now a subsidiary of Shiseido. Creative visionary Francois Nars launched NARS Cosmetics with 12 iconic lipsticks in 1994. Today, he continues to inspire self expression and imaginative artistry through his rule-breaking philosophy of beauty. NARS' boundary-pushing approach manifests from audacious product to daring stories and arresting campaigns-bringing high-fashion, high-style, and forward thinking to beauty. United by a shared passion for authenticity and excellence, the NARS team is dedicated to delivering innovation and inspiration. NARS offers a variety of employment opportunities from accounting to artistry, and beyond. We are an equal opportunity employer. JOB PURPOSE NARS, Makeup Artist is responsible for providing sales support, both in-store and virtually, for day to day and for events. In partnership with the Sales and Training Executives, this role will increase awareness and engagement through Social Media channels, and promote Brand sales. This role is a market partner to the Sales and Training Executives in physical and digital support. The role is expected to develop retail-specific virtual event strategies, and/or in-person, and lead the event process. Strength and delivery for on-camera and in-store presence is a must for this role as this is the epitome of service, presence, education, and productivity. Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation (where applicable). Furthermore, the position is responsible for the NARS experience, building a client-based business, promoting an entrepreneurial spirit, and soliciting a network both internally and externally. The ability to maintain a motivating and inspiring “can do” attitude, to achieve personal goals to support overall team productivity goals, and to self-sustain awareness at all times. Analyzes Week to Date, Month to Date, Year to Date personal sales vs team, and develops personal action plan to achieve aforementioned, in partnership with Boutique manager. Delivers the highest level of client service and artistry skills, leads by example, and possesses the ability to self-regulate KPI’s. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Consistently creates a welcoming environment for the client, while focusing on driving top line sales and delivering the NARS experience. Excels in NARS-artistry skills and be open to critical feedback and hands-on training Meets personal goals while maintaining a strong floor presence and control. Exceeds stretch goals, excelling in Items per Transaction, Average Transaction Sale, Sales per Hour, and overall sales prowess. Acts as a NARS ambassador, observing and receiving feedback to increase units per transaction, average dollar sale and sales per hour. Accountable for self-performance, in conjunction with leadership direction. Consistently utilize company tools and resources, building a client-based business and following up accordingly. Identifies opportunities to drive traffic into store through networking, community outreach, sampling and newness launches. Embraces and displays an entrepreneurial spirit and ability to stretch networking skills to produce incremental revenue Maintains consistent standards of cleanliness, maintenance and organization Consistently utilizes policies/procedures and additional company resources to ensure compliance. Delivers the NARS Experience, clientelling, skin care, product knowledge, as well as operational systems/standards. Performance is assessed through consistent feedback and coaching. Dress code and grooming compliance according to NARS Retail Manual Any additional responsibilities as deemed by Business/Counter Manager(s)Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES 3-5 years of relevant cosmetics experience preferred Luxury/Specialty Store experience an asset Excellent communication, selling, networking, and time management skills. Ability to interpret and analyze daily and weekly personal and team goals Strong leadership, analytical, negotiating, and organizational abilities Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to all assigned accounts Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Must be detail oriented and ability to multi-task Excellent organizational skills TRUST 8 COMPETENCIES Below is a list of Trust 8 Competencies designed to help employees at Shiseido Americas succeed as the company continues to evolve and innovate. THINK BIG: Adapt a big-picture perspective. Deliver new values through creativity. TAKE RISKS: Embrace risk, practice “trial and error and trial”. HANDS ON: Consider front-line realities when making decisions. Take the lead from end to end. COLLABORATE: Leverage the diverse capabilities of colleagues. BE OPEN: Create an environment that encourages everyone to speak up. ACT WITH INTEGRITY: Be sincere and humble at all times. BE ACCOUNTABLE: Commit to the goal. Take accountability for the execution. APPLAUD SUCCESS: Create a culture that celebrates success. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. At Shiseido Canada, we recognize the value of fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and are committed to eliminating barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, LGTBQ2S+, people with disabilities, and new immigrants) in the construction industry. Our DEI vision is to build an organization where everyone has access to the same opportunities, experience equitable outcomes, and can thrive and reach their full potential. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Shiseido Canada is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise us so that suitable accommodations can be made. We can be reached at hr@shiseidoca.com. Job Type: Freelance Salary: $16.75-$23.00 per hour Schedule: Day shift Evening shift Work Location: In person