Chanel Freelance Makeup Artist
- Location
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent French luxury house renowned for haute couture, accessories, fragrance and cosmetics. The beauty division combines artisanal savoir‑faire with rigorous training and a client‑centric retail model; the brand is recognised globally for its aesthetic leadership and exacting standards of service.
Chanel — Freelance Makeup Artist in Vancouver. Provide expert makeup services, consultations and product recommendations at Chanel beauty counters.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver bespoke makeup services for retail clients, private appointments, bridal trials and promotional events, ensuring a seamless luxury experience.
- Conduct expert client consultations to assess skin type, tone and preferences; create personalised looks and recommend Chanel products accordingly.
- Support beauty counter sales through consultative selling, product demonstrations and follow‑up client relationship building.
- Maintain a professional, fully stocked and sanitary kit; adhere to brand hygiene and product‑handling standards.
- Collaborate with store management and marketing teams for in‑store events, launches and editorial shoots as required.
- Manage appointment scheduling, client records and point‑of‑sale transactions with attention to confidentiality and data accuracy.
Qualifications
- Professional certification in makeup artistry, cosmetology, or equivalent formal training preferred.
- Demonstrable portfolio of professional work (bridal, editorial, runway or retail) showing technical range and finished looks.
- Exceptional client service and interpersonal skills with experience in consultative beauty sales.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and to travel to external events when required.
- Legal authorization to work in Canada; adherence to local health and safety regulations.
Skills
Experience
Typically requires 2+ years of professional experience in makeup artistry within retail, bridal, editorial or freelance environments, with a proven track record of client service and sales performance.
Education
Certificate or diploma in makeup artistry, cosmetology, or related vocational training preferred; secondary education required.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a culture of refined craftsmanship, high professional standards and discreet client service. Employees are expected to uphold the maison's aesthetic values while benefitting from structured product training and opportunities to work across editorial and retail initiatives.
About Cerulean
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