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Keena Bradley

Ellenwood ,GA

Summary

Keena Bradley is a talented Makeup Artist with 8 years of experience in makeup application for performances, fashion shows and special occasions. She has strong communication skills and knowledge of makeup products and trends. Excellent reputation for meeting client requests and expectations. She Possess strong visual sense and creative imagination. She also takes pride in being goal-oriented & professional while building lasting relationships with clients.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Makeup Artist

MAC Cosmetics-Macy's
10.2023 - Current
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized makeup consultations and product recommendations.
  • Boosted sales through effective product demonstrations and in-depth knowledge of cosmetic trends.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work station, ensuring a positive retail environment for customers.
  • Collaborated with store management to effectively promote new products and seasonal cosmetics lines.
  • Improved overall store appearance by regularly restocking merchandise, maintaining displays, and updating signage.
  • Provided expert color matching services to assist customers in finding the perfect foundation shades for their skin tones.
  • Ensured compliance with all sanitation procedures related to handling cosmetic testers and tools during demonstrations or applications on clients.


Model Makeup Artist

Woman To Woman Talk Magazine
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with photographers, stylists, and models to create cohesive looks that aligned with project visions.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized makeup applications for various occasions and events.
  • Increased client confidence by offering professional advice on proper skincare routines and cosmetic product selection.
  • Demonstrated versatility in makeup application techniques, catering to a diverse range of client preferences and skin types.


Assistant Makeup Artist

BET- For The Fellas
06.2023 - 06.2023


  • Assisted lead makeup artist in male grooming, ensuring a professional and efficient process.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict hygiene standards for the safety of all clients.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized makeup application and expert advice tailored to individual needs.

Makeup Artist

KBK Cosmetic Beauty Studio
01.2020 - 12.2022
  • Prepared skin for makeup application by cleaning, moisturizing and priming.
  • Assessed customer skin tone and complexion to determine appropriate products and materials to use.
  • Demonstrated and explained use of different beauty products to educate customers.
  • Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
  • Taught master classes to inspire potential makeup artists or help people expand knowledge and skills.

Department Head Makeup Artist

Curve The Runway
06.2016 - 10.2019
  • Recruit a team of make-up artists and distribute briefs and continuity notes.
  • Managed budget allocation for makeup products, ensuring cost-effective purchasing and inventory management.
  • Collaborated with directors and producers to develop cohesive makeup concepts for various productions.
  • Enhanced makeup department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing organizational systems.
  • Implemented hygiene protocols for makeup tools and equipment, maintaining a sanitary workspace in accordance with industry standards.


Education

Licensed Esthetician - Esthetics

New Directions Beauty Institute
Columbus
01.2021

Degree - Radio And Television Broadcasting

Ohio Center For Broadcasting
Columbus, OH
05.2014

High School Diploma -

CAEC High School
Columbus
06.2010

Skills

  • Interacting with customers & co workers in a well professional manner
  • Product demonstration
  • Adaptability to change
  • Promotional event support
  • Male grooming
  • Visual merchandising
  • Special event makeup
  • Makeup removal techniques
  • Cross-selling strategies
  • Fashion show makeup
  • Makeup trend awareness
  • Film and television makeup
  • Active listening

References

  • Brittany Miller- Woman to Woman Talk Magazine (267)770-7547
  • Zara Jones-MAC Cosmetics Macy's (404)436-3085
  • Christina Jones-Curve The Runway (614)561-8717

Credits

Woman To Woman Talk Magazine 

Model

  • Nathalie Nicole
  • Briana Latruth


BET- For The Fellas (Assistant Makeup Artist)

Talent 

  • Iman Shumpert
  • Shad Moss
  • Trinity Whiteside


Leslie Andrew Photography (Male Grooming)

Model

  • Rotimi (Olurotimi Akinosho)


Timeline

Retail Makeup Artist

MAC Cosmetics-Macy's
10.2023 - Current

Assistant Makeup Artist

BET- For The Fellas
06.2023 - 06.2023

Model Makeup Artist

Woman To Woman Talk Magazine
01.2023 - Current

Makeup Artist

KBK Cosmetic Beauty Studio
01.2020 - 12.2022

Department Head Makeup Artist

Curve The Runway
06.2016 - 10.2019

Licensed Esthetician - Esthetics

New Directions Beauty Institute

Degree - Radio And Television Broadcasting

Ohio Center For Broadcasting

High School Diploma -

CAEC High School
Keena Bradley