NATALIE FITZSUMMONS
Raworth
Summary
Make-Up Artist with extensive retail experience in upscale bedding, homewares, plus size fashion, skincare, and makeup. Delivered outstanding services through specialized skills in daytime, special event, and glam looks while operating a beauty clinic and managing a clothing and skincare party plan business. Committed to enhancing beauty through detail-oriented, age-minimizing makeup and skincare routines.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Make-up Artist
Self employed
Raworth
01.2020 - Current
- Provided makeup services for weddings, proms and other special events.
- Demonstrated makeup application techniques to clients based on individual features and preferences.
- Consulted with clients to determine makeup preferences and styles.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate products based on skin types and tones.
- Ensured cleanliness of tools and workspace to uphold hygiene standards for client safety.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with health regulations.
- Managed appointment scheduling, cancellations, and rescheduling to optimize client flow.
- Explored makeup trends and techniques through YouTube, beauty blogs, and magazines to enhance service offerings.
Makeup Artist
Various hair salons
Raworth
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Applied makeup techniques to enhance client features, ensuring satisfaction with final looks.
- Educated clients on personalized skincare routines, improving overall makeup results.
- Maintained clean and sanitary work area, adhering to health regulations for client safety.
Owner/Manager
World Organic
East Maitland
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Managed daily operations for fashion retail store, ensuring effective workflow and customer satisfaction.
- Developed targeted marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and increase customer engagement.
- Oversaw inventory management to optimize stock levels and diversify product offerings.
Sales assistant
Sheridan Factory Outlet
Rutherford
01.2013 - 01.2016
Fashion stylist/sales
TS 14 Plus
Charlestown
01.2010 - 01.2012
Hospitality Traineeship
Town and Country Motor Inn
Tamworth
01.2008 - 01.2009
Studies
SCU
Lismore
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Completed academic studies in tourism and business management, acquiring knowledge on industry trends and practices
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Owner/Manager
Postie fashions
Tamworth
01.2004 - 01.2005
Owner/Manager/Beauty Therapist
Seachange Beauty Clinic
Tamworth
01.1999 - 01.2004
Education
Jewellery - Silver Jewellery
Silver
Cessnock 01.2018 - 12.2018
bedding and linen training -
Sheridan
retail training -
TS Plus
Professional Make-up Artistry -
ICON Newcastle
NewcastleCeramics -
TAFE Tamworth
Tamworthcertificate lll -
Tamworth Hospitality Operations
TamworthTourism Business Management - Tourism And Business Management
SCU
Lismore 01.2006 - 12.2006
Diploma of Beauty Therapy - Health Science
Bellevue Beauty Academy
Brisbane, QLDSkills
- Make-up Artistry
- Makeup application
- Makeup artistry transformations
- Bridal makeup
- Special effects makeup
- Special effects
- Discoloration cover-up
- Performance makeup
- Makeup for diverse ages
- Makeup and lashes
- Expert color matching
- Current makeup trends
- Blending techniques
- Skin preparation techniques
- Client consultation
- Client consultation techniques
- Product selection
- Sanitation practices
- Makeup event planning
- Freelance business management
- Customer service
- Client service experience
- Cosmetic retail experience
- Sales enhancement
- Closing the sale
- Persuasion
- Team collaboration
- People skills
- Team player
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Relationship management
- Adaptive techniques
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Innovative makeup design
- Merchandising
- Stocktake
- Cash management
- Industry training
- Appointment scheduling
- Customer engagement
- On-set makeup application
- Problem-solving
- Makeup artistry transformations
- Problem-solving
References
- Jake Fennell, Personal Referee, 04 221 78709
- Teighan De Rico, Manager of TS 14 Plus, 2010-2012, 0406 833 304
Personal Attributes Career Overview
- Highly skilled Make-up artist
- Extensive retail experience in a variety of stores selling upscale bedding, homewares, plus sized fashion, skincare and makeup
- Completed a Hospitality Operations Traineeship Certificate III
- Owner/Manager of clothing and skin care party plan business
- Qualified Beauty Therapist and owner/operator of Beauty clinic
- Skills in Jewellery assembling
Timeline
Make-up Artist
Self employed
01.2020 - Current
Jewellery - Silver Jewellery
Silver
01.2018 - 12.2018
Makeup Artist
Various hair salons
01.2017 - 01.2019
Owner/Manager
World Organic
01.2013 - 01.2016
Sales assistant
Sheridan Factory Outlet
01.2013 - 01.2016
Fashion stylist/sales
TS 14 Plus
01.2010 - 01.2012
Hospitality Traineeship
Town and Country Motor Inn
01.2008 - 01.2009
Tourism Business Management - Tourism And Business Management
SCU
01.2006 - 12.2006
Studies
SCU
01.2006 - 01.2007
Owner/Manager
Postie fashions
01.2004 - 01.2005
Owner/Manager/Beauty Therapist
Seachange Beauty Clinic
01.1999 - 01.2004
bedding and linen training -
Sheridan
retail training -
TS Plus
Professional Make-up Artistry -
ICON Newcastle
Ceramics -
TAFE Tamworth
certificate lll -
Tamworth Hospitality Operations
Diploma of Beauty Therapy - Health Science
Bellevue Beauty Academy