MAC MAC Retail Artist
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
MAC Retail Artist position in Aberdeen, Scotland. Part-time makeup artist role combining artistry and customer service at prestige beauty retailer.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized makeup consultations and applications to customers, blending creative artistry with technical expertise
- Educate customers on product benefits and makeup techniques to inspire and delight the customer base
- Maintain exceptional visual merchandising standards to differentiate the MAC counter against competitors
- Participate actively in in-store events and promotions to drive brand engagement and sales
- Operate retail point-of-sale systems and manage transaction processing accurately
- Support the team in maintaining a welcoming, inspirational, and organized in-store environment
Qualifications
- Certification in makeup artistry or previous retail makeup experience (preferred, but amateur-level applicants with demonstrated creative and technical expertise welcome)
- Ability to deliver inspirational, authentic, and personalized customer service consistently
- Capacity to work flexible retail hours including days, evenings, weekends, and special events
- Proficiency with retail point-of-sale software
- Legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom
Skills
Experience
Makeup artistry certification or previous retail makeup experience is preferred; however, applicants demonstrating amateur-level experience with strong creative and technical capabilities are encouraged to apply. Experience in customer-facing retail roles and familiarity with fast-paced environments is advantageous.
Education
No formal educational qualifications mandated; certification in makeup artistry or cosmetology is preferred but not required.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Aberdeen, Scotland, UK.
About Cerulean
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