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Carl Hoffman

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished Hairdresser with extensive experience spanning over a decade, including pivotal roles at Color Salon - Caesar's Palace and The Salon at Palms - Palms Hotel. Renowned for exceptional coloring, cutting, and styling expertise, as well as outstanding customer service, consistently enhancing client satisfaction. Proven track record in leveraging networking expertise to expand clientele base, achieving a significant increase in repeat business.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Hairdresser

Self-employeed
Las Vegas, NV
01.2007 - Current

Attract Agency; Blau and Associates; Caesars Entertainment; Destination by Design; Lanvin; MGM Mirage Corporation; Missy Cochran Entertainment; SK+G Agency; Wella International; Wynn Las Vegas

Hairdresser

The Salon at Palms- Palms Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring a comfortable and professional environment for clients.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through excellent communication skills, resulting in referrals and positive reviews.
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, maximizing daily bookings while minimizing wait times for clients.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Boosted salon revenue by upselling hair care products and services based on individual client needs.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Increased repeat clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in hair styling techniques.
  • Consistently met performance targets set forth by the salon management while maintaining high standards of quality workmanship.
  • Demonstrated versatility in hairstyling by mastering various techniques for different hair types and textures.
  • Improved client retention rates by establishing trust through thorough consultations before performing any hair treatments or services.

Hairdresser

Self-employeed - HŪE Luxe Suites
Las Vegas, NV
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring a comfortable and professional environment for clients.
  • Boosted salon revenue by upselling hair care products and services based on individual client needs.

Managing Director / Hairdresser

August & Mae Salon De Coiffure
Las Vegas, NV
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
  • Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
  • Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Oversaw complex negotiations with suppliers/vendors for favorable contract terms that led to cost savings.

Hairdresser

Self-employed - Mosaic Salon
Las Vegas, NV
01.2010 - 01.2023
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring a comfortable and professional environment for clients.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through excellent communication skills, resulting in referrals and positive reviews.
  • Increased repeat clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in hair styling techniques.
  • Mentored junior stylists, sharing expertise in advanced cutting, coloring, and styling methods.
  • Utilized latest techniques in balayage, ombre, highlights and color correction.
  • Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.

Hairdresser

SLS Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
08.2014 - 04.2018
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring a comfortable and professional environment for clients.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Boosted salon revenue by upselling hair care products and services based on individual client needs.
  • Increased repeat clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in hair styling techniques.
  • Consistently met performance targets set forth by the salon management while maintaining high standards of quality workmanship.
  • Demonstrated versatility in hairstyling by mastering various techniques for different hair types and textures.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create unique hairstyles for special events such as weddings and fashion shows.
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.
  • Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of all salon products and services.

Hairdresser

Color Salon - Caesar's Palace
Las Vegas, NV
04.2013 - 04.2014
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring a comfortable and professional environment for clients.
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, maximizing daily bookings while minimizing wait times for clients.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Consistently met performance targets set forth by the salon management while maintaining high standards of quality workmanship.
  • Demonstrated versatility in hairstyling by mastering various techniques for different hair types and textures.
  • Mentored junior stylists, sharing expertise in advanced cutting, coloring, and styling methods.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create unique hairstyles for special events such as weddings and fashion shows.
  • Organized sales area and work station to showcase products and boost sales.
  • Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
  • Styled hair, makeup and nails for customers for special events and occasions.
  • Offered professional cuts, color services and extensions to salon customers.

Hairdresser

Tonic Salon
Las Vegas, NV
09.2007 - 01.2009
  • Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending suitable styles.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, maximizing daily bookings while minimizing wait times for clients.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Boosted salon revenue by upselling hair care products and services based on individual client needs.
  • Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
  • Increased repeat clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in hair styling techniques.
  • Consistently met performance targets set forth by the salon management while maintaining high standards of quality workmanship.
  • Supported fellow stylists during peak times by assisting them with shampooing or blow-drying tasks when needed.
  • Attended industry seminars and workshops to stay current on the latest trends and techniques in hairstyling.

Hair Stylist

José Eber
Las Vegas, NV
01.2005 - 03.2007
  • Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
  • Conducted thorough consultations with each client before beginning any service, ensuring clear communication regarding desired outcomes.
  • Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.
  • Achieved consistent positive feedback from clients regarding their experience at the salon due in part to attentive listening skills during consultations.
  • Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make customers look fashionable and increase satisfaction.

Salon Assistant

AMP Salon - Palms Hotel
Las Vegas, NV
10.2003 - 01.2005
  • Helped prepare clients for hair service.
  • Prepared workstations for incoming stylists each morning, ensuring all necessary tools were clean, sanitized, and readily available.
  • Offered exceptional service and support to walk-in and scheduled customers.
  • Improved efficiency of salon operations by promptly greeting clients, managing their appointments, and addressing any concerns or inquiries.
  • Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Demonstrated professionalism with every interaction, creating a welcoming environment that encouraged repeat business from satisfied clients.
  • Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
  • Prepared and mixed color formulas for clients' hair.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Assisted clients with retail purchases by providing product knowledge and recommendations based on their individual needs.
  • Assisted stylists in achieving desired results for clients through precise shampooing, conditioning, and blow-drying techniques.

Education

L'Oréal Continued Education
Las Vegas, NV

Hairdreams Certification
Las Vegas, NV

Great Lengths Certification
Las Vegas, NV

Bumble And Bumble Network Education
Las Vegas, NV

Oribe Backstage 2010 And 2011
Las Vegas, NV

Vidal Sassoon Classic Haircutting
Las Vegas, NV

Wella Continued Education
Las Vegas, NV

Wella Colors of The World (4parts)
Las Vegas, NV

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Academy of Hair Design
Las Vegas, NV

Skills

  • Networking Expertise
  • Razor Cutting Expertise
  • Styling Expertise
  • Coloring Expertise
  • Outstanding Customer Service
  • Trend Expertise
  • Sell Hair Care Products

Timeline

Hairdresser

The Salon at Palms- Palms Hotel
05.2024 - 01.2025

Hairdresser

Self-employeed - HŪE Luxe Suites
09.2023 - 05.2024

Managing Director / Hairdresser

August & Mae Salon De Coiffure
10.2022 - 10.2023

Hairdresser

SLS Las Vegas
08.2014 - 04.2018

Hairdresser

Color Salon - Caesar's Palace
04.2013 - 04.2014

Hairdresser

Self-employed - Mosaic Salon
01.2010 - 01.2023

Hairdresser

Tonic Salon
09.2007 - 01.2009

Freelance Hairdresser

Self-employeed
01.2007 - Current

Hair Stylist

José Eber
01.2005 - 03.2007

Salon Assistant

AMP Salon - Palms Hotel
10.2003 - 01.2005

L'Oréal Continued Education

Hairdreams Certification

Great Lengths Certification

Bumble And Bumble Network Education

Oribe Backstage 2010 And 2011

Vidal Sassoon Classic Haircutting

Wella Continued Education

Wella Colors of The World (4parts)

Cosmetology License - Cosmetology

Academy of Hair Design
Carl Hoffman