- Employment
- Per-Diem
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- 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.
A highly skilled freelance beauty advisor for MAC by Estée Lauder Companies, delivering personalized in-store consultations in makeup application, skincare, fragrance, and hair expertise. The successful candidate will combine creative and technical knowledge with exceptional interpersonal skills to create welcoming, inspirational customer experiences whilst maintaining high visual merchandising standards and supporting in-store events within a dynamic, fast-paced retail environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide expert makeup application, skincare advice, fragrance consultations, and hair guidance tailored to individual customer needs
- Deliver personalized, authentic, and inspirational customer service that educates and delights clients
- Maintain and enhance store visual merchandising standards to ensure competitive differentiation
- Participate actively in in-store events and promotional activities to drive customer engagement
- Operate retail point-of-sale software accurately and efficiently
- Work collaboratively with the in-store team to achieve sales targets and operational excellence
Qualifications
- Ability to demonstrate high-level creative and technical expertise in beauty consultations
- Proven capacity to deliver inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service
- Flexibility to work retail hours including days, evenings, weekends, and special events
- Prior experience with retail point-of-sale software systems
- Proof of right to live and work in Canada
Skills
Experience
Retail experience is preferred; however, candidates with amateur-level expertise in beauty or skincare combined with strong creative and technical acumen will be considered. Previous retail makeup experience or certification in makeup artistry is desirable but not essential.
Education
No formal educational requirements specified; however, relevant certifications in makeup artistry, cosmetology, or related beauty disciplines are advantageous.
Workplace
The role is situated in Windsor, Ontario, Canada — conveniently close to Detroit.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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