Dynamic Makeup Artist with extensive experience at ABC/Disney, specializing in high-definition makeup applications. Proven ability to enhance client satisfaction through personalized consultations and creative solutions. Skilled in advanced contouring techniques and client relationship building, fostering loyalty and repeat business while staying ahead of industry trends.
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Kari Koerper
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Overview
36
years of professional experience
5
Certification
Work History
ABC /Disney
Makeup Artist
07.2014 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with production teams to create makeup designs aligning with character concepts and storylines.
- Applied makeup techniques to enhance actors' features for live performances and film productions.
- Adapted makeup styles according to various lighting conditions and camera angles to ensure visual consistency.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of makeup stations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained junior artists on application techniques and product usage, fostering skill development within the team.
- Developed customized makeup solutions for diverse character requirements, enhancing overall production quality.
- Managed inventory of makeup supplies, ensuring timely replenishment to support uninterrupted production schedules.
- Evaluated and recommended new products based on industry trends, improving overall performance quality in productions.
- Maintained a hygienic workspace by adhering to strict sanitation practices, ensuring client safety and comfort.
- Sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized makeup consultations and product recommendations.
- Advised clients on proper skincare routines, promoting healthy skin as the foundation for flawless makeup application.
- Demonstrated and explained use of different beauty products to educate customers.
- Scheduled onsite and offsite makeup appointments for clientele.
- Prepared skin for makeup application by cleaning, moisturizing and priming.
- Increased customer loyalty through exceptional service and tailored makeup applications.
- Assessed customer skin tone and complexion to determine appropriate products and materials to use.
- Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
- Worked closely with fellow Makeup Artists to share knowledge, elevating overall team expertise in various techniques.
- Transformed clients'' appearances using advanced contouring techniques, enhancing features for special occasions or events.
- Collaborated with photographers and stylists to achieve desired looks for photoshoots, ensuring high-quality results.
- Conducted consultations to understand client's desired look.
- Attended industry conferences and workshops to stay current on new trends and techniques.
- Mastered an extensive range of cosmetics products, enabling versatile service offerings tailored to diverse clientele needs.
- Established rapport with clients by attentively listening to their needs and preferences, cultivating repeat business.
- Taught makeup classes, helping students gain in-depth knowledge of various products and uses.
- Adapted quickly to emerging makeup trends, keeping services relevant and appealing to broad client base.
- Customized makeup solutions for clients with sensitive skin, improving their comfort and satisfaction with service.
- Provided makeup services for weddings, enhancing bridal party's appearance and contributing to event's success.
- Streamlined makeup application process, reducing preparation time for events and photoshoots.
- Elevated clients' self-esteem by creating personalized makeup looks tailored to their preferences and features.
- Coordinated with photographers and stylists to achieve desired looks for editorial shoots, ensuring cohesive and striking visual outcomes.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients through attentive service and personalized makeup advice, boosting client loyalty.
- Offered corrective makeup techniques for clients looking to disguise blemishes, improving their confidence in their appearance.
- Increased repeat customer rates by providing exceptional service and makeup application lessons during consultations.
- Enhanced visibility of makeup services through effective social media marketing, attracting wider audience.
- Mentored junior makeup artists, sharing expertise to elevate overall quality of service provided by team.
- Developed sanitation protocol for makeup tools and products, ensuring safe environment for clients.
- Participated in continuous education on makeup artistry, staying ahead of industry standards and innovations.
- Used social media platforms to promote salon and services.
- Developed loyal following of clients by providing high-quality services.
- Styled hair, makeup and nails for customers for special events and occasions.
- Maintained regular client list and successfully handled walk-in customers.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.
Education
Temptu Los Angeles, CA
from Airbrush Makeup Artistry
University Overview
American Institute of AestheticsSan Diego, TX
Certification from Esthetics
University Overview
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community CollegeMesa, AZ
from Fashion Merchandising And Design
University Overview
JOE BLASCO, Makeup Artist Training CenterHollywood, CA
Makeup Artistry from Production Makeup Artistry
University Overview
Studied all facets of makeup artistry to include :
Beauty
High fashion
Character
Burns , bruises , scrapes and lacerations
Prosthetics
Skills
- Makeup application
- Client relationship building
- Creative makeup application
- Social media content
- Bridal makeup application
- Long-lasting makeup application
- Clear communication
- Client consultations
- Makeup and lashes
- High-definition makeup
- Age-appropriate makeup
- Product knowledge
- Detail-orientated
- Makeup trend awareness
- Multicultural makeup techniques
- Photography makeup
- Eyebrow styling
- Eyebrow shaping
- Corrective makeup
- Professional networking
- Special effects makeup
- Advanced contouring techniques
- Film and television makeup
- Cosmetics selection assistance
- Skin-tone management
- Editorial makeup
- Sanitation practices
- Special effects
- Brow shaping expertise
- Customized makeup palettes
- Expert color matching
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Blending techniques
- Makeup contouring
- Face analysis
- Face sculpting
- Customer consulting
- Foundation application
- Makeup removal
- Product recommendation
- Natural beauty enhancement
- Beauty transformations
- Special occasion makeup application
- Discoloration cover-up
- Editorial looks
- Social skills
- Beauty treatment recommendation
- Schedule management
- Appointment scheduling
- Customer consultation
- Creativity and originality
- Relationship building and management
- Workspace organization
- Outstanding client retention
- Decision-making
- Lash and eyebrow maintenance
- Facials and makeup applications
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
3x Emmy award winner
Affiliations
Affiliations
IATSE local 798
WIF
Television Academy
Certification
Makeup Artistry
Body contouring
Esthetics certification
Teacher certification
Covid 19 certification
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridTimeline
Makeup Artist
ABC /Disney
07.2014 - Current
Temptu
from Airbrush Makeup Artistry
American Institute of Aesthetics
Certification from Esthetics
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
from Fashion Merchandising And Design
JOE BLASCO, Makeup Artist Training Center
Makeup Artistry from Production Makeup Artistry
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