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David Razzano

New York

Summary

Dynamic Beauty Director at Sephora with expertise in high-level makeup artistry and trend forecasting. Proven track record in engaging diverse audiences and fostering media relationships. Skilled on-camera spokesperson with a robust social media presence, dedicated to innovation and achieving impactful results in the beauty landscape.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Beauty Director

Sephora
08.2018 - Current

Spokesperson essential in crafting and creating an unbiased voice based on my high level expertise within the beauty landscape, while showcasing Sephora as the destination for everyone to find their perfect shade of beauty.

- Expert on-camera talent skilled in delivering key messaging for Sephora within a variety of formats including all Sephora's social media channels, live television guest segments, brand marketing collaborations

- Hosting in person events enthusiastically to engage a variety of audiences including media partners and editors, beauty experts and influencers, as well as general public.

-Building and maintaining relationships with media partners through Op-ed contributions, IRL one on one beauty discussions and customized makeup applications to encourage editors to turn to Sephora as the leading voice of expertise in the beauty landscape.

-Crafted and built my personal social media channel of 67.7K followers as a high profile MUA who is leading the way in trend forecasting, high level artistry, and product knowledge.

-Supported Sephora's DEI initiative through conscious integration of BOB's and AAPI brands into all outlets of my role as a spokeperson.


Sephora PRO Artist

Sephora
08.2014 - 08.2018

National PRO Artist for Sephora, utilized to educate on all aspects of makeup artistry and beauty.

- On-camera talent for marketing videos created to educate social media audience on artistry techniques and product knowledge.

- Developed innovative makeup techniques to enhance customer experience and satisfaction.

- Trained and mentored in-store Beauty Advisors on product knowledge and application, as well as trend awareness.

- Collaborated with team on artistry events for both in store artists as well as the general public.


Senior Artist

Sephora
05.2013 - 08.2014

Senior Artist at Sephora 34th Street NYC location.

- Spearheaded all artistry development of Beauty Advisors within store.

-Managed all assessment and certification of artists looking to perform Beauty Studio Services on clients.

-launched in-store training modules to elevate artistry of all Beauty Studio Advisors.

Beauty Advisor

Sephora
05.2012 - 05.2013

Beauty Advisor based in Makeup within Sephora 34th Street NYC Location .

- Strong sales skill set to correctly identify client needs and recommend the correct product.

- Beauty Studio Services of custom makeup applications for clients.

Event Designer

Freelance
04.1999 - 05.2012

High level Event Designer known for creating innovative and aesthetic floral decor , prop design , and unique design elements for social , business and industry events.

- Contract Designer for top Event Design Firms across NYC

-Featured On-camera in 60 episodes for Discovery Channel show about Event Design.

-Created set design for 5 seasons of Food Network show that featured Party planning segments.

-created and ran my own small Event Design business catering to a select group of high level clients such as Lincoln Center Film Festival annual Gala, American Friends of the Israeli Museum Annual Luncheon.

Fashin Designer

Various
02.1996 - 01.2000

Fashion Designer for American Sportswear Companies.

- Knitwear designer for Tommy Hilfiger Menswear for 2 years. Focused on development of seasonal collections in the mens knit category.

- Freelance Designer for Limited Design Services where I helped launch the new silhouettes for Victoria's Secret Underwear Collections. Strong focus on modernizing cuts and fabrications.

-Freelance Designer for various companies on short term design projects.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accessories Design

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY

Skills

    - High Level Makeup Artistry

    -Expert On-Camera Spokesperson

    -Beauty Trend forecasting

    -Social Media growth and engagement

    - Robust knowledge of Beauty Categories and Products

    -Excellent Team player, highly sociable

    -Resourceful at managing ambiguity

    -Highly Innovative and Creative

    -Dedicated to achieving goals

Timeline

Beauty Director

Sephora
08.2018 - Current

Sephora PRO Artist

Sephora
08.2014 - 08.2018

Senior Artist

Sephora
05.2013 - 08.2014

Beauty Advisor

Sephora
05.2012 - 05.2013

Event Designer

Freelance
04.1999 - 05.2012

Fashin Designer

Various
02.1996 - 01.2000

Associate of Applied Science - Accessories Design

Fashion Institute of Technology