- Employment
- Per-Diem
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $21.60–32.40/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
About MAC
MAC is a pioneering professional makeup authority, renowned for its artistry, inclusivity, and influential role in shaping contemporary beauty culture. Founded in Toronto in 1984 and now part of The Estée Lauder Companies, the brand empowers employees to champion self-expression, creativity, and diversity across retail, education, product innovation, and consumer experience. As an employer, MAC offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where artistry meets commercial excellence, encouraging talent to develop deep product expertise, client relationships, and cultural awareness. Its heritage of supporting all ages, races, and genders continues to define a workplace built on bold ideas, collaboration, and authentic individuality.
As a Beauty Advisor for M·A·C, this role combines creative expertise with a passion for exceptional customer service to deliver personalized in-store beauty consultations and transformative makeover experiences. Working within Estée Lauder Companies' prestigious retail environment, the candidate will execute visual merchandising standards, lead in-store promotional events, and maintain authoritative product knowledge to educate and inspire customers. This is a freelance, on-call position staffed through Randstad Sourceright at Estée Lauder Companies retail locations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized, high-quality beauty consultations and makeover services tailored to individual customer preferences and skin tones
- Execute and maintain M·A·C visual merchandising displays to ensure brand standards and competitive retail floor presentation
- Conduct product demonstrations and lead in-store promotional events to drive customer engagement and brand awareness
- Maintain active, comprehensive knowledge of M·A·C product lines, formulations, application techniques, and shade ranges to educate customers effectively
- Collaborate with store team members to ensure seamless floor operations and optimal customer experience during assigned shifts
- Handle product packaging, merchandise displays, and materials up to 25 lbs with physical dexterity required for extended retail floor presence
Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to provide inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service in a prestige beauty environment
- Ability to work flexible retail hours including evenings, weekends, and special promotional events in a fast-paced setting
- Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States upon hire or interview
- Previous retail or beauty industry experience (preferred)
- Familiarity with retail sales execution and customer-facing service delivery (preferred)
Skills
Experience
Previous retail or beauty industry experience is preferred; however, demonstrated ability to provide inspirational and personalized customer service in a fast-paced environment is essential.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent; additional beauty or cosmetology certification is advantageous but not required.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 21.60 to USD 32.40 per hour.
Benefits
Health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time.
Culture
MAC fosters a dynamic, artist-led workplace where creativity, individuality, and inclusive self-expression are central to the employee experience. The brand offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment in which beauty professionals are encouraged to build their artistry, connect authentically with diverse clients, and represent a bold global point of view.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
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