Licensed esthetician and professional makeup artist with over 24 years of outstanding leadership in the New York City prestige beauty market and television media and film industries. Professional speaker, business coach, author of Beneath the Makeup 12 Lessons to Empower and Inspire You, and 2018-2019 Emmy Winning Makeup Artist for Craft Specialty Makeup at WNBC4-NY. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence. Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise with opportunity for creativity, designs and storytelling.
Hi, I’m
Sue Perez
Educator / Project Manager
Forest Hills,NY
Summary
Overview
24
years of professional experience
1
Certification
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nextstar Media Inc, NewsnationNew York, USA
Hair and Makeup Artist
02.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Furnish HMU for on-air talent, reporters, anchors, and guests.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
CBS ParamountNew York, USA
Makeup and Hairstyling Artist
06.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Provide makeup and hairstyling for on-air talent, guests, and anchors for news productions and CBS Sports Network.
NBC UniversalNew York, USA
Makeup Artist
06.2013 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Applied airbrush makeup for all on-air talent, reporters, and anchors for WNBC Local News 4NY.
Destination Maternity Corp- Edamame SpaNew York, USA
Spa Manager
01.2011 - 05.2012
Job overview
- Directed a team of 10 spa therapists and created monthly work schedules and promotional calendars.
BeautyphonicsNew York, USA
Beauty Educator
01.2008 - 02.2011
Job overview
- Beauty Influencer for eHow.com and conducted makeup workshops for local makeup artists.
Saks Fifth AvenueNew York, USA
Cosmetics and Fragrances Sales Associate
09.2006 - 12.2008
Job overview
- Focused on delivering exceptional service and maintaining client registries.
Bergdorf Goodman- Paul and Joe CosmeticsNew York, USA
Business Manager
10.2004 - 05.2005
Job overview
- Managed a team and processed monthly purchase orders.
Bloomingdales- Trish McEvoy Ltd.New York, USA
Makeup Artist
12.2002 - 09.2004
Job overview
- Furnished on-location editorial makeup support.
Henri Bendel - Laura Mercier CosmeticsNew York, USA
Resident Makeup Artist
10.2000 - 09.2002
Job overview
- Introduced clients to makeup and skincare brands.
Education
Empire State UniversityNew York, NY
Bachelor of Arts from Educational Psychology
09.2019 - Current
University Overview
Aveda Institute NY
Esthetics Science Program
10.2010
University Overview
The School of Visual Arts
Credits toward a BA in Media Communications
06.1989
University Overview
Skills
- Outlook
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Website design using DIVI software
- Canva Design
- Promo Video editing
- Continuing education
- Time Management
- Decision-Making
- Task Prioritization
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Creation
- Public Speaking
- Contract Development
Certification
- New York State Esthetics, Proficient in all spa services including Brow Lamination / Lash tinting, Microblading certification in progress.
- NY State Department of Education, Public School Teaching Assistant - 2023 certification
Affiliations
Affiliations
- I.A.T.S.E Local 798, Makeup Artist and Hairstylist Union
- National Association of Theatrical Arts and Sciences, Emmy Award
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeFull TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsTimeline
Hair and Makeup Artist
Nextstar Media Inc, Newsnation
02.2024 - Current
Makeup and Hairstyling Artist
CBS Paramount
06.2021 - Current
Empire State University
Bachelor of Arts from Educational Psychology
09.2019 - Current
Makeup Artist
NBC Universal
06.2013 - 04.2019
Spa Manager
Destination Maternity Corp- Edamame Spa
01.2011 - 05.2012
Beauty Educator
Beautyphonics
01.2008 - 02.2011
Cosmetics and Fragrances Sales Associate
Saks Fifth Avenue
09.2006 - 12.2008
Business Manager
Bergdorf Goodman- Paul and Joe Cosmetics
10.2004 - 05.2005
Makeup Artist
Bloomingdales- Trish McEvoy Ltd.
12.2002 - 09.2004
Resident Makeup Artist
Henri Bendel - Laura Mercier Cosmetics
10.2000 - 09.2002
- New York State Esthetics, Proficient in all spa services including Brow Lamination / Lash tinting, Microblading certification in progress.
- NY State Department of Education, Public School Teaching Assistant - 2023 certification
Aveda Institute NY
Esthetics Science Program
The School of Visual Arts
Credits toward a BA in Media Communications
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