MAC Beauty Advisor

Philadelphia Pennsylvania USA

Employment
Per-Diem
Seniority
Entry-Level
Compensation
$21.60–32.40/hour
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.

A prestige beauty advisor role with MAC, part of The Estée Lauder Companies, delivering personalized customer consultations and in-store experiences across a high-performing retail environment. The position combines creative expertise with technical product knowledge to educate customers on makeup application, execute visual merchandising standards, and drive engagement through promotional events. This on-call/freelance assignment is staffed through Randstad Sourceright and ideal for dynamic, customer-focused professionals seeking progressive opportunities in luxury beauty retail.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver personalized, high-quality customer service and tailored beauty consultations to in-store customers
  • Execute and maintain visual merchandising displays and presentation standards across the retail floor
  • Support and execute in-store promotional events and product demonstrations to drive customer engagement and brand awareness
  • Maintain active knowledge of MAC brand product offerings, features, application techniques, and color theory to educate customers effectively
  • Collaborate with store staff and team members to ensure smooth floor operations and optimal customer experience during scheduled shifts

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to provide inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service in a retail setting
  • Ability to work flexible retail hours including days, nights, weekends, and special events in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States
  • Physical capability to stand and walk for extended periods, reach, bend, and move merchandise weighing up to 25 lbs

Skills

Customer service excellence Makeup application and artistry Color consultation Visual merchandising Product knowledge and brand familiarization Event execution and promotion Retail operations coordination

Experience

Demonstrated ability to deliver inspirational and personalized customer service. Previous retail or beauty industry experience is preferred, including familiarity with sales environments and customer-facing service execution.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (inferred based on retail position; no specific educational requirements stated in source).

Workplace

This position is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.

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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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