Darline Mulkey
Lockhart
Summary
Artistic stylist with a versatile background in hair coloring and cutting techniques. Strong ability to assess client needs and provide tailored solutions, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and retention.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Cosmetologist
Self-employed (Wild at Heart)
Austin, TX
2023 - Current
- Assessed client hair types and preferences during personalized consultations to recommend optimal hair care and styling options.
- Executed a variety of hair coloring techniques, including balayage and ombre styles.
- Developed custom beauty treatments using high-quality products tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained inventory of beauty supplies, ensuring availability of essential tools and products.
- Professional stylist trained in cutting and processing techniques. Specializing in cutting edge styles and color including; corrective color, foils, fashion etc.... Versed in chemical processes as well as hairdressing techniques i.e. braids, special event styles, and recently trained with v-light hair extensions. artistic and highly skilled stylist motivated by a love of aesthetic and in depth understanding of the industry.
- Implemented customer feedback systems to refine services and improve overall experience.
- Established strong client relationships through effective communication and service delivery.
- 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.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Educated clients on proper hair care techniques to promote healthier hair between appointments.
- Stayed current with industry trends and techniques by attending workshops, trade shows, and continuing education courses.
- Researched latest trends in hair and makeup to stay updated on color, style, and technique.
- Demonstrated high level of customer service to increase retention and satisfaction.
Stylist
Self Employed (Hair Xoxo)
Austin, TX
2014 - 2022
Stylist
Mario's
Austin, TX
2007 - 2013
Education
High School Diploma -
David Crockett
Austin, TX1984
No Degree -
Baldwin Beauty School
1984
Skills
- Licensed cosmetologist
- Men and women hair
- Client education
- Continuing education
- Hair coloring expertise
- Relationship building
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
American sign language
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cosmetologist
Self-employed (Wild at Heart)
2023 - Current
Stylist
Self Employed (Hair Xoxo)
2014 - 2022
Stylist
Mario's
2007 - 2013
High School Diploma -
David Crockett
No Degree -
Baldwin Beauty School