MAC Freelance Makeup Artist
- Location
- AshevilleNorth CarolinaUSA
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $21.60–32.40/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
MAC Freelance Makeup Artist in Asheville, NC – Estée Lauder. Makeup application, skincare, and beauty consultations. $21.60–$32.40/hr.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide makeup application services with creative and technical precision tailored to individual customer preferences
- Deliver personalized skincare consultations and product recommendations based on customer skin type and concerns
- Offer fragrance and hair care consultations to enhance the customer's overall beauty experience
- Educate customers on product benefits, application techniques, and proper usage to maximize satisfaction
- Participate actively in coordinated in-store events and promotional activities to generate impact and drive sales
- Maintain high standards of visual merchandising throughout the store to ensure competitive differentiation
- Operate retail point-of-sale systems accurately and efficiently during transactions
- Work collaboratively with fellow team members to create a welcoming and inspirational retail environment
- Demonstrate authentic, personalized customer service that reflects the luxury and prestige of the MAC brand
Qualifications
- Ability to demonstrate high-level creative and technical expertise in makeup application, skincare, fragrance, or hair consultation
- Proven ability to provide inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service consistently
- Flexibility to work retail hours including days, evenings, weekends, and special event schedules in a fast-paced environment
- Prior experience with retail point-of-sale (POS) systems
- Legal right to work in the United States; proof of eligibility required upon interview invitation
Skills
Experience
Retail experience in cosmetics, beauty, or prestige goods is preferred; however, the brand welcomes applicants with amateur-level expertise who can demonstrate strong creative and technical abilities. Prior experience in makeup artistry, whether professional or hobbyist, is valuable but not mandatory.
Education
Makeup artistry certification is desirable but not required. High school diploma or equivalent is standard for retail positions.
Workplace
This position is based in Asheville, North Carolina, USA.
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); wellness and family support programs; life and disability insurance; retirement savings plans; paid leave programs; education-related programs; paid holidays and vacation time. Many benefits are subsidized or fully paid by the company.
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