- Location
- Amsterdam North Holland Netherlands
- Employment
- Part-Time
- 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.
MAC Cosmetics seeks a passionate Make-Up Artist to deliver unforgettable customer experiences while driving sales in a high-performance retail environment. The role combines expert makeup application, personalized consultations, and trend-forward advice with strong commercial acumen to meet and exceed sales targets. The successful candidate will engage clients through product demonstrations, build loyalty, and contribute to the store's overall performance across flexible retail hours including evenings, weekends, and special events.
Role & Responsibilities
- Apply makeup artistry expertise to provide personalized, inspiring consultations that educate and delight clients
- Drive sales and achieve individual and team targets through confident product recommendations and upselling
- Deliver exceptional in-store experiences that reflect the luxury and authenticity of the MAC brand
- Maintain current knowledge of makeup trends, techniques, and social media developments relevant to the beauty industry
- Support team performance and contribute to a positive, creative, and inclusive retail environment
- Work flexibly during store hours, including evenings, weekends, and special events as required
Qualifications
- 1–2 years of sales experience, preferably in beauty or luxury retail
- 2–3 years of professional makeup artistry experience
- Fluency in Dutch and English
- Certification or degree as an esthetician and/or makeup artist (preferred)
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets while maintaining service excellence
Skills
Experience
2–3 years of professional makeup artistry experience combined with 1–2 years of sales experience in the beauty sector or a comparable luxury retail environment.
Education
Certification or degree as an esthetician and/or makeup artist is preferred but not mandatory.
Workplace
The role is situated in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands.
Benefits
Access to top-notch training and growth opportunities; competitive salary and benefits package
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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