Ashlee Gassaway
Ventura,CA
Summary
Results-driven beauty industry professional with expertise in shade matching, makeup demonstration, and retail training. Skilled in supporting counter teams and developing educational tools that enhance product knowledge and drive sales. Committed to providing exceptional customer experiences while effectively managing time and tasks. Seeking entry-level opportunities to apply skills and contribute to organizational success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales and Education Specialist
Huda Beauty
Ventura, California
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered Huda Beauty product training to retail teams and beauty advisors.
- Coordinated training schedules among sales, marketing, and field education teams to ensure alignment and effective training delivery.
- Created education materials for new product launches, highlighting shade ranges and application techniques to enhance product understanding.
- Supported counter staff with makeup demonstrations and client service guidance.
Mixologist
Self-employeed
Ventura, California
01.2023 - Current
- Developed seasonal drink menus using fresh ingredients and house-made syrups.
- Mixed classic and signature beverages following recipe standards and client requests.
- Crafted custom cocktails for self-employed private events and client gatherings.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to standard recipes.
- Created seasonal drinks for special occasions.
- Interacted with guests to ensure satisfaction with their experience.
- Maintained an organized and clean bar area.
- Set up mobile bar equipment for self-employed catering and special events.
Education
Licensed Esthetician - Facial Anatomy
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA06-2011
Skills
- Product training
- Curriculum development
- Educational materials
- Color theory application
- Product application techniques
- Retail training
Timeline
Sales and Education Specialist
Huda Beauty
01.2024 - Current
Mixologist
Self-employeed
01.2023 - Current
Licensed Esthetician - Facial Anatomy
Santa Barbara City College