Sophia Hernandez
Henrico,VA
Summary
Ambitious hairstylist offering 4 years of experience creating modern and classic hair designs tailored for each individual client. Conversational and energetic with expertise in fostering client loyalty to drive revenue. Skilled in interpreting client requests, paying close attention to detail, and achieving superior results with every service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Level II Stylist
Invidia Hair Design
01.2023 - Current
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risks.
- Built strong rapport with clients and retained business through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results within a timely manner.
- Supported reception desk, receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
- Increased sales by analyzing customer hair care needs and recommending courses of action.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair based on needs and preferences.
- Stayed updated on current hair trends and techniques to make fashionable recommendations and increase client satisfaction.
- Attended classes with Redken, Salon Centric, Twin State, and Hattori Hanzo in order to broaden skillset and continue learning new techniques.
Hair Stylist Apprentice
Beyond The Fringe
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Shampooed, conditioned and massaged guests' hair and scalp using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
- Completed basic styles for regular customers by using strong blow-drying and curling abilities.
- Assisted hair stylists with colorwork by quickly applying base colors and toners to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Minimized infection risks by using required solutions and procedures to clean and sanitize tools.
- Performed basic housekeeping duties such as sweeping, taking out trash and collecting dirty linens for wash.
- Studied advanced techniques to develop proficiency and better serve customers.
Education
Cosmetology License -
Roanoke Technical Education Center
Roanoke, VA08.2021
High School Diploma -
Henrico High School
Henrico, VA06.2016
Skills
- Haircutting (one length cuts, layered cuts, clipper cuts, razor cutting and texturizing)
- Hair coloring (Root touch ups, all-over color, reverse balayage, low lights, toners, fashion colors, color correction, highlights, balayage, double process)
- Chemical services such as perms and relaxers
- Blow-dry styling and round brush techniques
- Styling with hot tools such as curling and flat irons
- Basic updos and braiding
- Product expertise (RCO, Redken, Kevin Murphy)
- Cooperative; great team player, communication and leadership skills
- Maintains positive attitude
- Creates lasting connections with clients
Certification
- Virginia Board of Cosmetology License (Oct 2022)
- Brazilian Blowout Certification (March 2022)
- Barbicide Certification (May 2020)
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Level II Stylist
Invidia Hair Design
01.2023 - Current
Hair Stylist Apprentice
Beyond The Fringe
08.2019 - 12.2022
Cosmetology License -
Roanoke Technical Education Center
High School Diploma -
Henrico High School
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