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Kerrin  Marie

Kerrin Marie

Weymouth,MA

Summary

I'm a dynamic Master Stylist with over 25 years of beauty industry experience. My background in art and fashion informs my work as an artist and fuels my passion for executing a wide variety of cutting, color and styling techniques to best serve a varied clientele. Fostering long lasting, loyal relationships with my clients through my extensive expertise is paramount to my philosophy as a stylist.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Master Stylist

AZ Studio
04.2015 - Current
  • Cultivated an inclusive salon atmosphere by providing a welcoming environment for clients of all backgrounds and hair types.
  • Boosted client retention rate by consistently exceeding expectations in terms of skill, creativity, attention to detail and personal connection.
  • Educated fellow stylist and apprentices including demonstrations on men's cutting, corrective color, brand knowledge and current style trends.
  • Mentored junior stylists, sharing industry knowledge and best practices to enhance their skills and confidence.
  • Increased salon revenue by promoting and selling various hair care products, treatments, and services for home maintenance and prolonged salon results.
  • Actively initiate functional and practical salon aesthetic and vision to enhance both the stylist and clients overall experience.

Creative Director/Hair and Makeup Artist

Self-employeed
01.2000 - Current
  • Makeup artistry and hair styling for film and television including musical guests booked on MTV, The Today's Show, LIVE! With Kelly & Michael, Good Morning America, Late Night with Seth Meyers and The Late Show with David Letterman
  • Partnered with celebrity stylist Chris McMillian on ad campaigns for Living Proof featuring leading social media influencers
  • Artist publicity photos and music videos for Morningwood, Atomic Tom, DJ Fame, Rixon, and Carly Rae Jepsen
  • Fashion look books including Shoshanna and Michael DePaulo- Key artist for numerous fashion shows including Boston Fashion Week, Puma, Arden B., and Swarovski
  • Key makeup artist for Boston's Mizu Hair salon, conceptualizing looks and implementing concepts
  • Editorial work for publications including The Boston Globe, Improper Bostonian, Stuff Magazine and Forbes
  • In demand makeup artist for weddings featured in the New York Times Brooklyn Bride, Refinery29 and Kleinfeld Bridal
  • New York Fashion Week shows including Rebecca Minkoff, Alice and Olivia and Cynthia Rowley

Senior Makeup Artist

Sephora
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Educated and advised a team of 40 makeup artists focusing on creative execution, skill, knowledge of tools and cutting edge techniques
  • Worked with management to determining teams strengths and weaknesses to ensure individual growth and achieve store and company goals
  • Individually coached and challenged my team through unique weekly assignments including product/skincare quizzes and selling practices
  • Celebrated and inspired individual efforts and achievements on a weekly celebration board

Personal Beauty Advisor

Sephora
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Responsible for the overall sales, organization and maintenance of Sephora's elevated Personal Beauty Advisor program at the flag ship store in Soho
  • Managed, and maintained over 100 loyal and diverse clientele
  • Utilized elevated selling skills to deliver the highest level of personalized client care including skincare, color, hair care and fragrance
  • Networked with brand ambassadors to further the clients personal shopper experience
  • Represented Sephora's flag ship store as the spokesperson for media interviews, demonstrations and celebrity events
  • Pro-actively communicated with management regarding business opportunities and sales growth
  • Conducted weekly training for team members on product knowledge, artistry techniques and opportunities

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

Massachusetts College of Art
Boston, MA

Cosmetology - Cosmetology

Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy
Braintree, MA

Skills

  • Advanced haircutting techniques including mens grooming and razor cutting
  • High Definition makeup/airbrushing
  • Balayage techniques
  • Artistic styling for events
  • Hair straightening techniques including Keratin and Incaglow
  • Strong client retention strategies
  • Fashion industry and trend awareness
  • Proficient time management

Timeline

Master Stylist

AZ Studio
04.2015 - Current

Senior Makeup Artist

Sephora
01.2011 - 01.2014

Personal Beauty Advisor

Sephora
01.2008 - 01.2011

Creative Director/Hair and Makeup Artist

Self-employeed
01.2000 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Fashion Design

Massachusetts College of Art

Cosmetology - Cosmetology

Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy
Kerrin Marie