Q. Describe the most common types of jobs you do for your clients.
A. Weddings
Classes
Print work
Films/video shoot
Just going out for the night/celebrations (anniversaries/birthdays/balls)
Prom
Homecoming
In that order :)
Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A. Ask the brand of products they use?
Are they trained?
References/LinkedIn page?
Discounts/group rates?
"Why should I hire you?"
Q. If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share?
A. I would like to know if that person does classes. A lot of my clients tell me how much they love my work, and they WISH they could do it themselves. Rather it is a quick 5-10 minutes morning routine or they have a little more time and want a cute look for going out, I find that more women are intimidated to try new things and looks
Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?
A. I have a passion for what I do. I believe that when you love what you do, you do it well (effortlessly). I am always learning new techniques and practice new looks and styles and always stay in trend!
Q. What do you like most about your job?
A. I LOVE making women feel beautiful. I can't wait to see the difference in her walk and how she stares at herself in the mirror.
Q. Tell us about a recent job you did that you are particularly proud of.
A. I currently work ful time for MAC Cosmetics as a permenant artist. I love what I do, and it has its rewards many people will never know!
Q. If you were advising someone who wanted to get into your profession, what would you suggest?
A. Practice, practice, practice. You have to build your confidence in what you are doing. It will exude in your finished product.
Go to training classes, ask questions, create an inspiration board, try new things, new colors, new combinations!
Q. What is your greatest strength?
A. I would say the ability give my clients 2 things: great customer service and exacty the look she wants!