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Nicole Farzam

Norwalk,CT

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing and Social Media Coordinator

Salon Shahin
03.2006 - Current
  • Researched and identified new opportunities for increasing company's social media presence.
  • Strategized and developed video content for social media publications.
  • Created and distributed monthly newsletters to stay in touch with followers.
  • Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
  • Optimized email campaigns to increase open and click-through rates.
  • Devised content strategy to effectively engage target audiences.
  • Upgraded salon to digital system (Meevo2) that streamlined business operations and online booking for thousands of clients.
  • Able to effectively run front desk operations, such as welcoming guests, answering phone calls, booking appointments, managing the daily totals, keeping employees on track.

COVID Protocol Coordinator

Salon Shahin
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Coached 40 employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Created protocol for employees, based on State of Connecticut guidelines, to ensure safe work environment throughout pandemic.
  • Communicated with salon clientele about salon's reopening plan, as well as any safety protocol.
  • Worked as point of contact for client and employee concerns regarding safety and protocol throughout pandemic.
  • Secured necessary federal funding and local grants to keep salon running.
  • Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.

Makeup Artist

Salon Shahin
03.2006 - 05.2010
  • Conducted consultations to understand client's desired look.
  • Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
  • Sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
  • Demonstrated and explained use of different beauty products to educate customers.

Hair Salon Assistant

Sparkle Beauty Studio
04.2004 - 11.2005
  • Prepared clients for hair cuts and styles with soothing shampoo work.
  • Minimized infection risks by using required solutions and procedures to clean and sanitize tools.
  • Assisted hairdressers with cutting, coloring, and styling hair to maintain salon workflow efficiency.
  • Offered exceptional service and support to walk-in and scheduled customers.
  • Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of all salon products and services.
  • Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.
  • Assisted on set with hair styling and makeup applications.

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

Darien YMCA
06.2001 - 11.2003
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Recorded daily activity logs and incident reports for tracking purposes.
  • Responded to patron incidents in professional and timely manner.
  • Performed regular maintenance of pool equipment and life-saving equipment to keep in good working order.
  • Tracked students' progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement.
  • Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.

Education

Cosmetology - Hair, Skin And Nail Care

Aveda Institute New York
New York, NY
2005

Skills

  • Campaign Management
  • Social Media and Promotions
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Content Curation
  • Credit Card Payment Processing
  • Retail Sales Customer Service
  • Store Maintenance
  • Team Development
  • Multi-Line Phone Talent
  • Brand Representation
  • Money Handling Abilities
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Cosmetology Principles Knowledge
  • Cosmetology Industry Exposure
  • Makeup Application
  • Advanced Communication Skills
  • Outstanding Customer Service
  • Business Management
  • Desktop and Laptop Computers
  • Cash Register Operations
  • Business Operations

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Personal development programsCompany CultureWork-life balanceHealthcare benefits401k match

Timeline

COVID Protocol Coordinator

Salon Shahin
03.2020 - 03.2021

Marketing and Social Media Coordinator

Salon Shahin
03.2006 - Current

Makeup Artist

Salon Shahin
03.2006 - 05.2010

Hair Salon Assistant

Sparkle Beauty Studio
04.2004 - 11.2005

Lifeguard and Swim Instructor

Darien YMCA
06.2001 - 11.2003

Cosmetology - Hair, Skin And Nail Care

Aveda Institute New York
Nicole Farzam