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Damon Pankey

Arnolds Park

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented state-licensed cosmetologist with a proven track record at Smartstyle, excelling in advanced hair styling techniques and outstanding client retention. Highly motivated self-starter skilled in client consultation and relationship building, delivering exceptional results in diverse hair services while fostering a welcoming salon environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Hairstylist

Smartstyle
Spencer,Ia.
07.2023 - Current

Provided comprehensive hair services, including cutting, coloring, perming, and facial waxing to meet diverse client needs.

Cashier

Walmart
Fort Dodge, IA
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided excellent service.
  • Maintained clean and organized checkout area to enhance customer experience.
  • Administered cash register functions to maintain financial accuracy and accountability in daily transactions.

Part Sales

Red Power Case IH
West Bend, IA
02.2020 - 02.2022
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Excelled in both independent tasks and collaborative projects to achieve team objectives.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Associate of Arts - Cosmetology

La James International
Cosmetology
02-2023

Certificate - Mechanics

Capital Area Vocational
Springfield, IL
05-1996

High School Diploma - Required Coursed

Williamsville
Williamsville, IL
05-1996

Skills

  • Hair styling techniques
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Client consultation
  • Quick learner
  • Detail-orientated
  • Customer consultation
  • Schedule management
  • Relationship building and management
  • Advanced communication skills
  • Highly motivated self-starter
  • State licensed cosmetologist
  • Hair extensions
  • Men and women haircuts
  • Strong leader
  • Highlights and lowlights
  • Natural hair care
  • Customer education
  • Hair analysis
  • Social media promotion
  • Appointment coordination
  • Styling tools
  • Cuts for women
  • Sales expertise
  • Outstanding client retention
  • Balayage technique
  • Updo styling
  • Thermal styling
  • Hair straightening
  • Continuing education
  • Sanitation practices
  • Color corrections
  • Chemical safety
  • Creative coloring
  • Foiling expertise
  • Cosmetology
  • Staff management
  • Business management
  • Color principles
  • Photoshoot hairstyling
  • Hair maintenance expert
  • Curly hair specialist
  • Scalp treatments
  • Hair removal
  • Bridal makeup application
  • Eyebrow styling
  • Barbering techniques
  • Makeup application
  • Trend expert
  • Eyebrow shaping
  • Razor cutting expert
  • Endurance
  • Texture services
  • Networking expertise
  • Industry trend analysis
  • Customer buying habits
  • Lash and eyebrow maintenance
  • Air-brushing application
  • Skin-tone management
  • Special effects
  • Makeovers
  • Photography expertise
  • Team leadership
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Safety compliance
  • Advanced haircutting techniques
  • Training and development
  • Marketing
  • Precision cutting
  • Photography experience
  • Salon treatments
  • Photoshoot styling
  • Props handling
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Retail sales strategies
  • Braiding and weaving
  • Spectrophotometer usage
  • Hot waxing
  • Color application
  • Color composition
  • Wig and hairpiece styling
  • Workstation cleaning
  • Styling advice
  • Hair therapy
  • Event hairstyling
  • Hair artistry professional
  • Instrument sanitizing
  • Hair hydration treatments
  • Customer loyalty building
  • Salon maintenance
  • Blow-dry styling
  • Texturizing and thinning
  • Special occasion makeup application
  • Innovative hairstyling techniques
  • Hair detox treatments
  • Customer buying trends
  • Dry cutting techniques
  • Customer consulting
  • Clipper cutting
  • Hair cutting and trimming
  • Social skills

Military

US Navy 1994-2004

Timeline

Hairstylist

Smartstyle
07.2023 - Current

Cashier

Walmart
02.2022 - 07.2023

Part Sales

Red Power Case IH
02.2020 - 02.2022

Associate of Arts - Cosmetology

La James International

Certificate - Mechanics

Capital Area Vocational

High School Diploma - Required Coursed

Williamsville