Sophia Rohlke
Azusa,CA
Summary
Creative and results oriented professional with a strong focus on ongoing education and artistic growth. Skilled in leading creative direction, fostering team growth, and maintaining an elevated client experience that builds loyalty and strengthens brand identity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Stylist
Kut Haus Salon
Glendora, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior stylists through hands on training, shadowing, and performance feedback
- Conducted new hire onboarding and ongoing technical education to maintain service standards
- Mentored stylists in creative techniques, modern trends, and precision artistry
- Introduced new service concepts and trend driven offerings to keep the salon competitive and fashion forward
- Collaborated on photoshoots, social media content, and portfolio development to showcase artistic work
- Transformed complex hair challenges into polished, high impact results
- Stayed ahead of industry trends through ongoing education, runway inspiration, and emerging techniques
- Created signature looks that strengthened client loyalty and word of mouth referrals
- Fostered a culture of creativity, experimentation, and artistic growth within the team
- Maintained high client retention through personalized consultations and relationship building
- Resolved client concerns professionally to uphold salon reputation and satisfaction ratings
- Collaborated with management on sales goals, promotions, and seasonal service offerings
- Ensured compliance with sanitation, safety, and state board regulations
- Stayed current on industry trends, techniques, and product innovations
- Assisted with social media content creation to promote services and attract new clients
- Supported a positive, team oriented salon culture focused on creativity and excellence
Salon Owner
BlVck Vanity
Claremont, CA
02.2018 - 12.2022
- Owned and operated a private salon suite, managing all aspects of daily business operations
- Built and maintained a loyal clientele through personalized service and consistent results
- Managed scheduling, booking systems, and client communications independently
- Handled budgeting, pricing strategy, and financial tracking to ensure profitability
- Developed branding, marketing strategy, and social media presence to grow business visibility
- Created a luxury, one-on-one client experience in a private, unique environment
- Maintained full responsibility for product inventory, retail sales, and supply ordering
- Ensured compliance with state board regulations, sanitation standards, and licensing requirements
- Established strong client retention through consultation driven services and relationship building
- Implemented referral programs and promotional campaigns to increase new client acquisition
- Invested in continuing education to stay current with trends, techniques, and industry innovations
- Designed and curated suite décor and atmosphere to reflect brand identity and elevate client experience
Education
High School Diploma -
Chaffey District Online High School
Ontario, CANo Degree - Cosmetology
Salon Success Academy
Upland11-2016
Skills
- Advanced precision cutting and customized color formulation
- Balayage, dimensional color, lived in blonding, and corrective color expertise
- Artistic direction and mentorship of junior stylists
- Team leadership in high volume, fast paced environments
- Client experience enhancement and retention strategies
- Editorial inspired styling and finish work
- Retail product knowledge and customized recommendations
- Time management and appointment flow optimization
- Conflict resolution and client satisfaction management
- Visual branding and social media content collaboration
- Ongoing professional development and advanced technique training
Timeline
Lead Stylist
Kut Haus Salon
01.2023 - Current
Salon Owner
BlVck Vanity
02.2018 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Chaffey District Online High School
No Degree - Cosmetology
Salon Success Academy