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Shanika Bailey

New York,New York

Summary

Licensed Esthetician and luxury skincare specialist with extensive experience in high-touch facials, product education, and client relationship building. Adept at tailoring wellness experiences for discerning clientele and driving sales within spa and retail settings. Passionate about combining clinical knowledge with a holistic, service-first approach to achieve visible skin results and memorable client care. Seeking to bring my expertise to Dr. Barbara Sturm's prestigious Madison Avenue Spa & Boutique, where I can deliver exceptional treatments and contribute to a team-oriented luxury environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Skin Care Coach

Independent Contractor - Esthetician
10.2022 - Current
  • Deliver customized facial treatments with luxury brands including Augustinus Bader and Angela Caglia.
  • Perform in-depth skin consultations, analyze skin types and concerns, and develop personalized regimens.
  • Achieve consistent product sales by educating clients on product benefits and usage.
  • Maintain a serene, hygienic, and professional environment aligned with luxury spa standards.

Luxury Skincare Freelancer

C Staffing Agency
05.2024 - Current
  • Represented prestige skincare brands in upscale locations such as Bluemercury, Nordstrom NYC Flagship, and Sephora.
  • Conducted on-the-spot consultations and product demos, often exceeding daily sales goals.
  • Participated in promotional events and supported marketing activations to increase brand visibility.

Oncology Esthetician | Cancer Care Events

Cancer Care
06.2024 - Current
  • Provided gentle, informed skincare services for clients undergoing or recovering from cancer treatments.
  • Recommended healing skincare routines tailored for compromised and sensitive skin conditions.

Front Desk Coordinator (Key Holder)

Heyday
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Welcomed and checked in clients, creating a polished and friendly spa experience.
  • Educated guests on spa treatments and helped match them with the right esthetician.
  • Handled POS transactions, product sales, and client rebooking with precision.
  • Maintained clean and organized retail space and spa flow during all shifts, ensuring a seamless guest experience and operational efficiency.
  • Supported opening/closing procedures and daily operations with a focus on customer satisfaction.

Education

Licensed Esthetician - Esthetics

Christine Valmy International School For Esthetics, Skin Care & Makeup
New York, NY
10.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY
06.2012

Accredited Certification - Spa Management And Operations

Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics, Inc.
New York, NY
10.2022

Certified Oncology Esthetic Specialty Practitioner - Oncology & Sensitive Skin

Christine Valmy International School For Esthetics, Skin Care & Makeup
New York, NY
11.2022

Beauty Professional Certificate - Beauty Industry Essentials

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY
11.2022

Certificate of Completion - Microdermabrasion

Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics, Inc.
New York, NY
04-2025

Certificate Of Completion - Male Grooming Specialist

Faces By Etosh Unversity | IECSC New York
New York, NY
03.2024

Certificate - Advanced Makeup Artistry

Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics
New York, NY
10-2022

Sanitation And Sterilization Certificate - Spa Healthy & Safety Practices

CIDESCO
New York, NY
02.2023

Skills

  • Advanced Facial Techniques & Modalities
  • Personalized Skincare Consultations
  • Luxury Product Knowledge & Retail Sales
  • Spa Treatment Protocols & Sanitation
  • Client Education & Retention
  • POS & Booking Systems (Vagaro, Boulevard etc)
  • Team Collaboration & Support
  • Event Participation & Brand Promotion
  • Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments

Early Career Experience

Steve Madden – Assistant Manager
New York, NY | 08/2021 – 06/2022
Held leadership responsibility for team supervision, scheduling, inventory, and customer service excellence in a high-volume fashion retail environment.

DSW Flagship – Store Leader / Key Holder
New York, NY | 02/2020 – 08/2021
Directed daily operations including opening/closing, cash handling, and team coaching. Maintained service standards and drove store-level sales through upselling and client engagement.

Customer Service Supervisor – Burlington Coat Factory
New York, NY | 10/2018 – 12/2019
Oversaw front-end staff and customer service functions. Implemented training practices and team accountability while maintaining merchandise standards and operational flow.

Assistant Store Manager – Payless ShoeSource
New York, NY | 11/2010 – 10/2018
Managed store operations for eight years, including team training, sales strategy execution, and client satisfaction. Built foundational leadership and retail experience supporting long-term customer engagement.

Timeline

Oncology Esthetician | Cancer Care Events

Cancer Care
06.2024 - Current

Luxury Skincare Freelancer

C Staffing Agency
05.2024 - Current

Front Desk Coordinator (Key Holder)

Heyday
06.2023 - 10.2023

Skin Care Coach

Independent Contractor - Esthetician
10.2022 - Current

Licensed Esthetician - Esthetics

Christine Valmy International School For Esthetics, Skin Care & Makeup

Associate of Applied Science - Business Management

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York

Accredited Certification - Spa Management And Operations

Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics, Inc.

Certified Oncology Esthetic Specialty Practitioner - Oncology & Sensitive Skin

Christine Valmy International School For Esthetics, Skin Care & Makeup

Beauty Professional Certificate - Beauty Industry Essentials

Fashion Institute of Technology

Certificate of Completion - Microdermabrasion

Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics, Inc.

Certificate Of Completion - Male Grooming Specialist

Faces By Etosh Unversity | IECSC New York

Certificate - Advanced Makeup Artistry

Christine Valmy International School of Esthetics

Sanitation And Sterilization Certificate - Spa Healthy & Safety Practices

CIDESCO