Karla Sempertegui
Stratford,CT
Summary
A dynamic Master Stylist with a proven track record at the Salon and Owner of Karla hair makeup LLC, I excel in balayage expertise, extensions and team leadership. Leveraging fashion trend awareness and a commitment to continuing education, I've significantly enhanced client satisfaction and retention. My adept relationship building has fostered a robust clientele base, underscoring my dedication to professional growth and superior service delivery.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Stylist
Marsona Horan Salon
- Implemented new techniques learned from industry workshops, enhancing the overall quality of services offered at the salon.
- Contributed to salon revenue growth by developing strong relationships with clients and securing repeat bookings.
- Maintained a clean work area adhering to strict hygiene standards while upholding the salon''s reputation for professionalism.
- Demonstrated expertise in a wide range of hair types and textures, catering to diverse clientele with varying needs.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with clients, leading to a steady stream of referrals and increased business opportunities.
- Increased client retention by consistently delivering high-quality results tailored to individual preferences.
- Attended ongoing educational courses to stay current on industry trends, incorporating new techniques into daily practice.
Master Hairstylist
The Vault by Nicole Strachan
02.2021 - Current
- Promoted products and services on social media platforms to increase reach, engage with potential clients and showcase service portfolio.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending appropriate styling techniques.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, optimizing time management for both clients and stylists.
- Utilized social media platforms for promotion of salon services, attracting new clientele through engaging visual content showcasing completed styles.
- Assessed customer hair texture, treatment history, and desired outcome to determine services required.
- Assisted in event preparation such as weddings or fashion shows by creating custom hairstyles that complemented the theme or individual style preferences.
- Achieved consistent client satisfaction with expert application of hair extensions for added volume or lengthening effects.
- Created customized color formulations based on individual client needs, achieving desired results while maintaining hair health integrity.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
- Provided attentive customer service throughout each appointment, addressing any concerns or questions related to hair care maintenance or styling tips post-service completion.
- Performed precision haircuts and advanced color techniques for diverse clientele, resulting in high levels of customer retention.
- Maximized productivity during peak times by effectively managing multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining quality service delivery.
- Mentored junior stylists on latest trends and best practices, contributing to their professional development within the salon team.
Owner
Karlahairmakeup LLC
02.2021 - Current
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Handle Bridal parties makeup and hair needs
- Photoshoots hair and makeup organization and scheduling
- Estimates for weddings, parties and special occasions
- Invoice clients
Makeup and Hair Stylist
Dudley Stephens
11.2014 - Current
- Makeup and hair stylist for in house photo shoot and on site photo shoots
- Travel with team
- Setting schedules for model
Stylist/assisrant
Shahin Hair Salon
11.2013 - 11.2015
- Promoted products and services on social media platforms to increase reach, engage with potential clients and showcase service portfolio.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized hair consultations and recommending appropriate styling techniques.
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Managed appointment scheduling efficiently, optimizing time management for both clients and stylists.
- Utilized social media platforms for promotion of salon services, attracting new clientele through engaging visual content showcasing completed styles.
- Assessed customer hair texture, treatment history, and desired outcome to determine services required.
- Assisted in event preparation such as weddings or fashion shows by creating custom hairstyles that complemented the theme or individual style preferences.
- Achieved consistent client satisfaction with expert application of hair extensions for added volume or lengthening effects.
- Created customized color formulations based on individual client needs, achieving desired results while maintaining hair health integrity.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
- Provided attentive customer service throughout each appointment, addressing any concerns or questions related to hair care maintenance or styling tips post-service completion.
- Performed precision haircuts and advanced color techniques for diverse clientele, resulting in high levels of customer retention.
- Maximized productivity during peak times by effectively managing multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining quality service delivery.
- Mentored junior stylists on latest trends and best practices, contributing to their professional development within the salon team.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration - Business
Norwalk Community College
Norwalk, CTAssociate Degree - Graphic And Digital Design
Katherine Gibbs College
Norwalk05.2022
Cosmetology - Cosmetology Color/cut
So I Academy
Norwalk, CT01.2013
Skills
- Team leadership
- Adaptable to change
- Fashion trend awareness
- Professionalism and etiquette
- Continuing education commitment
- Client retention strategies
- Expert haircutting techniques
- Hair extension application
- Balayage expertise
- Creative updos
- Customized hair treatments
- Advanced coloring skills
- Detailed highlighting
- Strong client consultation
- Efficient time management
- Expert blowouts
- Quick learner
- Relationship building and management
- Styling tools
- Training and development
- State licensed cosmetologist
- Bridal makeup application
- Color corrections
- Photoshoot hairstyling
Certification
IBE Extensions Certification
Blonding and Brunette Certification
Balayage Certification
Makeup Certification
Color Correction Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Master Hairstylist
The Vault by Nicole Strachan
02.2021 - Current
Owner
Karlahairmakeup LLC
02.2021 - Current
Makeup and Hair Stylist
Dudley Stephens
11.2014 - Current
Stylist/assisrant
Shahin Hair Salon
11.2013 - 11.2015
Senior Stylist
Marsona Horan Salon
Associate Of Business Administration - Business
Norwalk Community College
Associate Degree - Graphic And Digital Design
Katherine Gibbs College
Cosmetology - Cosmetology Color/cut
So I Academy