Alice Ezrow, professional makeup artist

Cha-Cha Hair - Madison, WI Salon

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Profile

  • Over nine years experience working in the salon industry
  • State of Wisconsin certified, licensed cosmetologist
  • Trained make-up artist, M.A.C. Cosmetics application certified

Education

  • State of Wisconsin Apprenticeship Program, Head Games Salon
  • Madison Area Technical College, A/B average
  • Received a cosmetologist license through the State of Wisconsin
  • M.A.C Cosmetics, trained Make-up Artist
  • Received extensive training in basic make-up application, photography make-up, and bridal make-up
  • Obtained specialized education in make-up products and their specific uses for basic application, photography, and bridal make-up

Professional Experience

  • Currently employed as a freelance Make-up Artist for M.A.C. Cosmetics
  • 2007–Present Cha Cha Beauty Parlor and Barber Lounge, Madison, WI—Hair Stylist & Make-up Artist
  • Currently employed as a full time stylist
  • Receiving Education in Bumble and Bumble, American Crew and Davines products
  • Receiving education in Bumble and Bumble and American Crew cutting and coloring techniques
  • 2006–2008 Prep Cosmetics, Madison, WI—Freelance Makeup Artist
  • Employed as a freelance makeup artist
  • Performed make-up applications for everyday wear, bridal makeup, and special events
  • Recommended products to clients and assisted in sales
  • Held training for other employees on application basics
  • Gained knowledge in Cargo, Becca, Napoleon Perdis, Paul &Joe, Julie Hewett, Skin Alison Raffaelle, and Mario Badescu Skin Care product
  • 2006–2007 Ciel Rouge Salon, McFarland, WI—Hair Stylist/Assistant Manager
  • Aided in starting a new business
  • Responsible for inventory duties, promotional planning and events, researching product lines and education, front desk clerical work, and representing salon at various business and education events
  • Full time stylist, preformed all services offered in salon
  • 2006 Blues Hair Studio, Madison, WI—Hair Stylist
  • Performed all duties applicable to a full time stylist
  • Received education in Bumble and Bumble, Davines, and American Crew products, and trained in Wella hair color
  • Received education in Toni & Guy and American Crew cutting and coloring techniques
  • 2005–2006 M.A.C. Cosmetics, Madison, WI – Make-up Artist
  • Received training in multiple areas of makeup application
  • Gained extensive knowledge in proper uses of different make-up products and tools
  • Obtained proficiency in opening, building, and closing a sale
  • Planned, organized, and implemented special events quickly and efficiently
  • 2003–2006 Head Games Salon, Madison, WI—Apprentice/Hair Stylist
  • Assisted and observed salon owner for two years
  • Received education in Redken and Rusk products
  • Trained in Redken color and cutting techniques
  • Obtained cosmetology license through the State of Wisconsin
  • 2002–2003 Ultimate Spa Salon, Monona, WI—Receptionist/Apprentice
  • Performed front desk duties such as greeting and checking in clients, making and confirming appointments, resolving client complaints, cleaning, and closing salon
  • Assisted stylists with shampooing, applying color, blow drying, and styling clients hair
  • Attended in salon educational classes and observed senior stylists
  • 2001–2002 RZ & Company, Madison, WI—Sales and Service Coordinator
  • Obtained experience in sales and customer service
  • Gained knowledge in Aveda, Gram Webb, and Wella products
  • Job shadowed under a certified color specialist

Promotional Achievements

  • Consulting stylist and make-up artist for Vintage Madison, 2010-Current
  • Consulting stylist and make-up artist for Zip Dang and Good Style shop, 2010-Current.
  • MMoCA Hair Affair, 2009, 20011
  • Co-organizer for Street Fashion, a fashion show to benefit the Exchange Center for the prevention of child abuse in Wisconsin and Elements of Change, 2007
  • Badger Land Chevy Commercial 2009, Participate in MMoCA Hair Affair 2009, 2011,
  • Circa fashion show—High Noon Saloon, 2006
  • M.A.C. AIDs Benefit—Kimia Lounge, 2006
  • Hair stylist for yahoo.com photo shoot featuring Boston Globe journalist Penelope Trunk, 2006
  • Hair Stylist and Make-up Artist for British Publication, Psychologies, photo shoot featuring author Jacquelyn Mitchard, 2007