Andrea Valdez
Velarde,NM
Summary
Dynamic cosmetologist with extensive experience at Rock Paper Scissor, recognized for delivering exceptional client satisfaction and fostering repeat business. Training in Barbering through Metro Cuts and Davids Barber Shop.Adept in precision haircuts and color services, I excel in verbal communication and team collaboration, ensuring a safe and sanitized environment while implementing innovative marketing strategies to attract and retain clients.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cosmetolgy Instructor
Vogue School Of Hair & Nail Design
Santa Fe, NM
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Delivered cosmetology instruction on haircutting, coloring, styling, nail care, and sanitation procedures.
- Demonstrated techniques for mannequin practice, client services, and state board preparation.
- Evaluated student performance and provided corrective feedback to improve technical skills.
- Maintained classroom compliance with safety, infection control, and licensing standards.
Barber
Davids Barbershop
Los Alamos, NM
10.2025 - 09.2026
- Performed precision haircuts, trims, and blowouts aligned with client preferences and style trends.
- Consulted with clients to recommend services, products, and maintenance routines suited to hair goals.
- Applied shampoo, conditioning, and finishing techniques to support healthy hair and polished results.
- Delivered color services, including root touch-ups and toning, while following salon safety standards.
Barber
Metro Cuts
Santa Fe, NM
05.2021 - 09.2024
- Delivered precise haircuts, beard trims, and shaves aligned with client preferences.
- Consulted with customers to recommend styles and maintain consistent grooming results.
- Sanitized clippers, combs, chairs, and workstations to support hygiene standards.
- Applied clipper, scissor, and razor techniques to complete routine and custom services.
Cosmetologist
Rock Paper Scissor
Santa Fe, NM
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed strong rapport with clientele through consistent high-quality service, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.
- Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking product usage, reordering supplies as needed, and maintaining an organized workspace.
- Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
- Grew sales with great work ethic, individualized beauty care plans and positive attitude.
- Researched latest trends in hair to stay updated on color, style, and technique.
- Implemented creative marketing strategies that attracted new clients while retaining existing ones.
Cosmetologist
Vintage Hair Co.
Los Alamos, NM
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained clean stations, sanitized tools, and upheld consistent hygiene throughout daily operations.
- Scheduled and organized client services to support smooth workflow and timely appointments.
- Resolved client concerns professionally, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business through attentive service.
- Promoted retail products by explaining benefits and matching recommendations to individual hair needs.
- Maintained a clean and hygienic work environment by following strict sanitation guidelines and procedures.
- Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
- Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.
- Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
Cosmetologist
Supercuts
Los Alamos, NM
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Performed precision haircuts, trims, and blowouts aligned with client preferences and style trends.
- Consulted with clients to recommend services, products, and maintenance routines suited to hair goals.
- Applied shampoo, conditioning, and finishing techniques to support healthy hair and polished results.
- Delivered color services, including root touch-ups and toning, while following salon safety standards.
Education
Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Vogue College of Cosmetology
Santa Fe, NM05-2015
Associate of Science - Rasiology
Northern New Mexico College
Eapanola NM05-2004
High School Diploma -
Pojoaque High School
Pojoaque,NM05-2000
Skills
Quick learner
Team collaboration
Customer safety
Verbal communication strength
Work area sanitation
Timeline
Barber
Davids Barbershop
10.2025 - 09.2026
Cosmetolgy Instructor
Vogue School Of Hair & Nail Design
10.2024 - 08.2025
Barber
Metro Cuts
05.2021 - 09.2024
Cosmetologist
Rock Paper Scissor
03.2019 - 04.2021
Cosmetologist
Vintage Hair Co.
05.2017 - 01.2018
Cosmetologist
Supercuts
05.2015 - 02.2017
Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Vogue College of Cosmetology
Associate of Science - Rasiology
Northern New Mexico College
High School Diploma -
Pojoaque High School