Kristen Salmon
Hanover,VA
Summary
Driven by a strong work ethic and artistic creativity, I significantly enhanced client satisfaction and repeat business as a Professional Face Painter. Leveraging skills in client consultations and social media promotion, I achieved notable sales increases and mastered the art of face painting, demonstrating adaptability and a professional demeanor across diverse roles. Warm and friendly Makeup Artist with over 4 years of experience in makeup application for holidays and special occasions. Strong communication skills and knowledge of makeup products and trends. Excellent reputation for meeting client requests and expectations.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Face Painter
Self-employeed
11.2019 - Current
- Utilized social media platforms to showcase work and attract new customers through visual marketing efforts.
- Managed time effectively to accommodate multiple clients within scheduled event hours, maximizing revenue potential.
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards in the use of brushes, paints, and other materials to maintain client safety during application.
- Customized face paint palettes according to specific themes or event requirements, showcasing versatility in design capabilities.
- Continuously improved skills by attending workshops, industry conferences, and researching new techniques in face painting artistry.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, ensuring a safe environment for all event attendees.
- Collaborated with fellow artists at larger events to ensure consistent quality across all face painting stations.
- Implemented effective scheduling strategies to balance workload during peak seasons while accommodating last-minute bookings when possible.
- Increased repeat business by building strong relationships with clients and maintaining a professional attitude.
- Developed customized face painting designs based on client requests, demonstrating creativity and adaptability.
- Streamlined setup and breakdown processes for efficient transitions between events, minimizing downtime.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing high-quality face painting services at various events.
- Handled cash transactions accurately while balancing customer interaction with operational efficiency.
- Promoted a fun and engaging atmosphere for event attendees through friendly interactions and entertaining design choices.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing questions or concerns promptly, ensuring complete client satisfaction.
- Assisted in coordinating themed activities alongside face painting at children''s parties or entertainment venues.
- Collaborated with event coordinators to ensure seamless integration of face painting services into overall event planning.
- Kept an inventory of supplies up-to-date, ordering replacements as needed to prevent disruptions in service delivery at events.
- Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of face paint designs to extend longevity and minimize skin irritation.
- Offered consultations to clients on selecting appropriate face paint designs that align with their preferences and the event''s theme.
- Sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
- Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
- Cleaned and sanitized seating areas between showings for adherence to sanitary standards.
- Assisted with special events by working premieres, private screenings and charity events.
- Balanced cash drawers and prepared bank deposits for financial maintenance.
Nanny
The Barzel Family, The Alcorn Family, The Weinberg
09.1997 - 07.2006
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Managed children''s schedules effectively to ensure timely completion of homework, extracurricular activities, and daily routines.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Implemented creative learning strategies tailored to each child''s interests and abilities for enhanced cognitive growth.
- Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
- Implemented effective sleep training techniques that established healthy bedtime routines resulting in improved sleep quality.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Sales Manager
Farberware
02.1995 - 08.1996
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and trust in the brand.
- Developed strong client relationships for repeat business and increased referrals.
- Managed inventory levels to meet sales demands without overstocking.
- Implemented systems and procedures to increase sales.
- Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.
Sales Associate
Cape Isle Knitters
05.1994 - 02.1995
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times for customers at checkout.
- Collaborated with team members to meet and exceed monthly sales targets consistently.
- Enhanced visual merchandising displays by arranging products strategically, attracting more customers to the store.
- Promoted special offers and events by engaging with customers on the sales floor, driving awareness of promotions and boosting sales conversion rates.
- Contributed to loss prevention efforts by maintaining vigilant awareness of potential theft risks on the sales floor and reporting suspicious activities as required.
- Supported store leadership in implementing new merchandising strategies to improve product positioning.
- Enhanced store appearance and shopping experience with meticulous shelf organization and cleanliness.
- Participated in periodic inventory counts to maintain accurate stock levels.
- Assisted in setting up promotional displays to attract customer attention and boost sales.
- Fostered positive shopping environment, greeting customers warmly and providing personalized assistance.
- Increased sales floor efficiency by organizing merchandise and ensuring items were easy to locate.
- Managed cash register, ensuring accurate transactions and safeguarding against losses.
- Managed inventory to prevent stock shortages, ordering new items as necessary.
- Utilized product knowledge to make recommendations, tailoring suggestions to customer needs.
Education
No Degree - Commercial And Advertising Art
Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, VA06.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Art
VCU
Richmond, VAHigh School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Williamsburg, VA06.1994
Skills
- Patience and Tolerance
- Client consultation
- Paint Application Techniques
- Hygiene practices
- Artistic Creativity
- Social Media Promotion
- Portfolio Development
- Brush Control
- Skin Sensitivity Awareness
- Allergy Precautions
- Design Adaptability
- Social Media Content
- Detail-orientated
- Client Relationship Building
- Sanitation Practices
- Professional Networking
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Effective Communication
- Active Listening
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Effective Multitasking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Punctual and Dependable
- Self-Driven and Motivated
- Cash Register Operation
- Venue Preparation
- Task Prioritization
- Self Motivation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Goal Setting
- Professionalism
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
- Event Setup
- Equipment Transportation
- Professional Demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Equipment Storage
Timeline
Professional Face Painter
Self-employeed
11.2019 - Current
Nanny
The Barzel Family, The Alcorn Family, The Weinberg
09.1997 - 07.2006
Sales Manager
Farberware
02.1995 - 08.1996
Sales Associate
Cape Isle Knitters
05.1994 - 02.1995
No Degree - Commercial And Advertising Art
Thomas Nelson Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Art
VCU
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
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