Will Bernstein
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Talented salon and spa professional possessing competitive spirit and excellent artistic abilities. Expertise in producing and creating specifications, translating ideas into sketches and selecting and coordinating hair colors, cuts, and styles. Experience with creating looks for live television and recorded Emmy nominated series. Exclusive hands-on training and education with some of the industry's leading top talents. Collaborative team player proficient in wig styling and make up applications, paired with strong knowledge in coloring, cutting, and styling for everyday looks. Recognized for eye-catching styles and up-to-date trendy looks.
Highly motivated professional with 22 years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Innovative beauty professional, highly skilled at understanding clients' requests for comfort and personal image needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Salon & Spa Director
One Love Salon & Spa
Melbourne, FL
06.2008 - Current
- Stayed up-to-date on current and emerging trends to increase professional value and meet diverse client needs.
- Fostered clean and sanitary work environment to protect customers and staff from infection.
- Recommended treatment and styling products to customers to meet current needs or resolve specific concerns.
- Selected hair colors, products and services based on customer preference and individually designed hair care plan.
- Kept notes listing preferences and services provided to clients for quick reference.
- Washed, colored, cut and styled hair for high volume of clients daily.
- Maintained updated knowledge of industry products and chemical composition structure and properties.
- Scheduled appointments for customers using internal software system.
- Applied makeup to achieve desired day-to-day and special event looks.
- Colored, cut and installed extensions according to style photos and client specifications.
- Oversaw daily salon operations and performed general salon tasks.
- Hired and trained beauticians.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
Television Hair & Make-up/Television Hair & Make-up/Independent Consultant
Self-employed
, NY
10.2014 - 09.2021
- Portrait Photographer HMU, assistant (2014-2017)
- Sports Illustrated Cover (2015)
- Bravo's Below Deck (2014-2020)
- Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen (2015-2021)
- 2019 Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards (2019)
- Bravo's Chat Room (2020-2021)
Hair and Makeup Artist
The Henegar Center for Performing Arts
Melbourne, FL
11.2013 - 04.2015
- Cleaned and organized dressing rooms, restrooms and stage floor area to prevent injury or performance complications.
- Collaborated with staff and event coordinators to support phases of event production.
- Guaranteed upkeep and sustained repairs of theatre resources and features.
- Led production design team and implemented theatre and auditorium design ideas from inception to completion.
- Participated in development of production budgets and suggested solutions to design needs.
- Managed props, stage sets and fixtures for each theatre production.
- Applied makeup to clientele to cover imperfections and create new looks.
- Researched makeup trends to learn about new products and techniques by using YouTube, beauty blogs and magazines.
- Employed artistry and technique expertise by working directly with clients representing products at industry or fashion shows and private events.
- Developed visually appealing character styles that married story with director vision.
- Created entire looks, including garments, makeup and wigs.
- Reviewed scripts and researched appropriate costumes.
- Sourced props to authenticate designs and desired looks.
- Drew artistic and fresh designs for consideration.
- Directed styling and outfitting for theater cast of many actors and actresses.
Esthetician/Hair Stylist
Imperial Salon And Day Spa
Melbourne, FL
05.2005 - 06.2008
- Provided facial treatments such as cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and massage.
- Performed waxing services on clients including body, eyebrows, lip, chin, and full face.
- Assisted in the development of customized skin care regimens for clients.
- Maintained cleanliness of treatment room and equipment between appointments.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to sanitation and health standards.
- Managed scheduling conflicts efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service levels.
- Greeted clients upon arrival to spa and provided information about services offered.
- Recommended additional treatments or products based on individual customer needs.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the spa team regarding client concerns.
- Developed relationships with vendors for procurement of necessary supplies and equipment.
- Sold salon-exclusive skin care products and encouraged service upgrades.
Education
1200 Hours of Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Melbourne Beauty School
Melbourne, FL06.2006
650 Hours Full Specialty of Cosmetology - Skin Care, Nail Care And Design
The Academy of Cosmetology
Palm Bay, FL03.2003
Massage Therapy And Spa Aesthetics - Therapeutic Massage And Spa Treatments
The Aveda Institute
Minneapolis, MN01.2001
Exclusive Hands-On Training
FloridaSkills
- Customer Service
- Effective Multitasking
- Brand Promotion
- Business Development
- Wig Styling
- Hair and Make-up
- Willing To Travel
- Safety and Maintenance
- Work Ethic
- Product Knowledge
- Brand Awareness
- Stock control
- Commercial Display Building
Languages
French
Full Professional
French
- I grew up in a bilingual home, speaking English and French. I spent many summers and years learning and educating through a foreign language immersion program offered by Concordia College, and Concordia Language Villages, Moorehead, MN.
Timeline
Television Hair & Make-up/Television Hair & Make-up/Independent Consultant
Self-employed
10.2014 - 09.2021
Hair and Makeup Artist
The Henegar Center for Performing Arts
11.2013 - 04.2015
Salon & Spa Director
One Love Salon & Spa
06.2008 - Current
Esthetician/Hair Stylist
Imperial Salon And Day Spa
05.2005 - 06.2008
1200 Hours of Cosmetology - Cosmetology
Melbourne Beauty School
650 Hours Full Specialty of Cosmetology - Skin Care, Nail Care And Design
The Academy of Cosmetology
Massage Therapy And Spa Aesthetics - Therapeutic Massage And Spa Treatments
The Aveda Institute
Exclusive Hands-On Training
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