Samantha K. Martinez
Victorville,CA
Summary
A licensed esthetician with 600 hours of education and hands on experience, with a background in customer service and labor intense fields. I am looking for a position in which I can expand my knowledge and skills in the beauty industry.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Beauty Advisor
Ulta beauty
Apple Valley, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Greeted every customer using the three E’s; engaged, educated, and exited them about current sales, new products, and tailored recommendations based on their needs.
- Building guests baskets to increase the average UPT by listening to their needs, demonstrating and educating them about beauty products and how to use them.
- Assisted at cash registers, signed as many guest up I can for a loyalty account, and informed them of Ulta Beauty credit card and it’s benefits.
- Organized product displays to enhance visibility and accessibility, ensuring stock levels met customer demand.
Barista
Starbucks
Commerce, CA
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared high-quality coffee and espresso beverages according to established recipes.
- Provided exceptional customer service by engaging with customers and anticipating needs.
- Maintained cleanliness of workspace, equipment, and seating areas throughout the shift.
Operations Staff Member
Sequoyah School
Pasadena, CA
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported daily operations to ensure smooth functionality throughout the school.
- Organized and deep cleaned the school, set up events, and implemented safety protocols for student drop-off and pick-up.
- Managed filing of paperwork for administration, created signs for school displays, and produced copies for various needs.
Warehouse Associate (Seasonal)
Amazon Delivery Station
Irvine, CA
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Handled loading of conveyor belts, package transportation, and delivery staging for pickup.
- Operated material handling equipment to move products efficiently.
- Received and sorted incoming shipments for accurate inventory management.
- Picked and packed customer orders according to safety guidelines.
Server/ Cashier
Diamond Panda
Victorville, CA
08.2020 - 07.2020
- As a server and cashier, greeted customers, taking orders, serving food, working the cash register, and deep cleaning the whole restaurant.
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance dining experience at a bustling restaurant.
- Assisted in food preparation and ensured high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Managed table assignments and effectively coordinated with kitchen staff for timely service.
Education
Esthetician student
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA 03.2024 - 12.2024
Makeup Artist - Makeup Course
Glow Makeup Academy
08.2023 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Oak Hills High School
Hesperia, CA 08.2016 - 05.2020
Skills
- Product application
- Customer engagement
- Upselling strategies
- Shade consultation
- Trend awareness
- Communicating
- Active Listening
- Problem Solving
- Critical thinking
- Patience
Certification
- Make-up Artist Certificate, Glow Makeup Academy, Downey, CA, 08/01/23
- Advanced Make-up Certification, Glow Makeup Academy, Downey, CA, 10/01/23
- Dermalogica Franchise Focus Certification, Dermalogica Headquarters, Carson, CA, 05/01/24
- Esthetician License, Hacienda La Puente Adult Education, La Puente, CA, 01/24/25
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Spanish, Able to communicate
Timeline
Beauty Advisor
Ulta beauty
09.2025 - Current
Esthetician student
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
03.2024 - 12.2024
Barista
Starbucks
10.2023 - 05.2024
Makeup Artist - Makeup Course
Glow Makeup Academy
08.2023 - 10.2023
Operations Staff Member
Sequoyah School
03.2022 - 03.2023
Warehouse Associate (Seasonal)
Amazon Delivery Station
11.2021 - 02.2022
Server/ Cashier
Diamond Panda
08.2020 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Oak Hills High School
08.2016 - 05.2020