Freelance Makeup Artist - Metairie, LA

Westman Atelier•Metairie, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Westman Atelier is a new standard of clean luxury, founded by world-renowned editorial makeup artist Gucci Westman. The brand focuses on skin-loving, performance-first makeup that is effortless and never overdone, balancing perfect shades and buttery textures with plant-based actives and cutting-edge science. Gucci Westman has over 20 years of experience, known for creating dewy, supernaturally glowy looks and a "second-skin approach" to makeup. The company is seeking an energetic Makeup Artist with a passion for clean, luxury beauty to represent the brand in-store. This role involves providing the highest level of customer experience, developing and maintaining customer loyalty through exceptional service, product education, and clienteling. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, a drive for excellence, and will act as a true ambassador for Westman Atelier.

Requirements

1-2 years of beauty/skin care sales experience
Familiarity with beauty retail environments
Demonstrated success handling customer matters in a fast-paced environment
Ability to travel to various retailers within region
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including nights, weekends and special events
A high level of ownership, accountability, and initiative
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Passion for clean luxury beauty

Nice To Haves

Makeup Artistry degree or certification in similar capacity
Sephora experience

Responsibilities

Achieve daily sales goals through in-store service and supporting at vendor events
Provide exceptional customer experience with makeup services; showcase excellent makeup skills, fitting with the unique Westman Atelier product application
Educate customers on brand product knowledge to create brand awareness, and assist them with product selection through demonstration and application
Actively participate in and complete online learning - Grooming & Procedures
Adhere to proper hygiene guidelines when demonstrating products on clients
Assist with maintaining the required inventory practices while in-store
Maintain excellent VM standards and regularly clean + restock the counter/gondolas, tools, and tester units
Adhere to brand and retailer image guidelines, standards, and practices at all times
Regularly and effectively communicate with leadership to keep them informed and updated on all actions/events.
Build a close relationship and work partnership with the in-store category managers; Work effectively with store personnel, store management and sales and education teams.