Chanel Make Up Specialist
- Location
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About Chanel
Chanel is an independent French Maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, accessories, fragrance and beauty. As a globally recognised luxury house, Chanel emphasises artisanal quality, rigorous client service and continuous professional development across its boutiques and beauty counters worldwide.
Chanel is hiring a Make Up Specialist in Kuala Lumpur — client-facing makeup artist delivering bespoke services and driving beauty sales.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide bespoke makeup consultations and application services tailored to each client’s needs and skin type, across day, evening and couture looks.
- Deliver product recommendations and drive sales of Chanel beauty, fragrance and skincare lines through expert product knowledge and personalized clienteling.
- Manage and grow a personal client portfolio: book and confirm appointments, follow up on aftercare and cultivate long-term relationships.
- Achieve and exceed individual and boutique sales targets, contribute to KPI achievement and report sales performance to management.
- Maintain immaculate hygiene, sanitation and presentation standards for all tools, testers and workstations in accordance with brand protocols.
- Support merchandising and visual presentation of the beauty counter, including stock replenishment, inventory control and SKU rotation.
- Participate in brand training, product launches and in-store events; coach junior staff and share technical expertise when required.
- Accurately document client preferences and service records using the boutique’s CRM or sales platform.
Qualifications
- Diploma or certificate in makeup artistry, cosmetology or a related vocational qualification preferred.
- Professional training or demonstrable certification in makeup application techniques (bridal, editorial, airbrush) is an advantage.
- Right to work in Malaysia and availability to work retail hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Impeccable personal presentation and a commitment to the standards of a luxury beauty maison.
Skills
Experience
Preferably 2+ years of professional experience in luxury beauty retail or as a professional makeup artist with proven client-facing sales results.
Education
Vocational diploma or certificate in makeup artistry, cosmetology or equivalent; secondary education completed.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Culture
Chanel cultivates a culture of craftsmanship, discretion and refined client service, with a strong emphasis on training and brand continuity. The workplace rewards technical excellence, attention to detail and a collaborative approach within a high-performance retail environment.
About Cerulean
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