- Location
- The Hague South 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 in-store beauty experiences while driving sales and achieving targets at the Douglas Den Haag Passage location. The successful candidate will combine exceptional makeup artistry, deep product knowledge, and luxury service expertise to inspire clients, recommend products with confidence, and contribute actively to team performance. This part-time role (32 hours per week) requires flexibility to work store hours including evenings, weekends, and special events.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver personalized, creative makeup artistry services to inspire and delight clients during in-store consultations and demonstrations
- Educate clients on product benefits, application techniques, and makeup trends to maximize their beauty experience
- Drive sales by confidently recommending products, identifying client needs, and capitalizing on commercial opportunities
- Meet and exceed assigned sales targets while maintaining exceptional service standards and customer satisfaction
- Maintain expert-level product knowledge across the MAC portfolio and stay current with emerging makeup trends and social media content
- Contribute actively to team performance, supporting colleagues and fostering a collaborative, inclusive retail environment
- Operate during all store hours including evenings, weekends, and special promotional events as required
Qualifications
- 1–2 years of sales experience, preferably in the beauty or cosmetics industry
- 2–3 years of professional makeup artistry experience
- Fluency in Dutch and English
- Degree or professional certification as an esthetician and/or makeup artist (preferred)
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets while delivering luxury-level service
- Expertise in luxury service delivery: creating inspiring, authentic, and personalized client experiences
- Strong social media awareness and knowledge of current makeup trends and beauty influencers
Skills
Experience
1–2 years of sales experience in beauty retail or cosmetics, combined with 2–3 years of professional makeup artistry experience. Demonstrated success in delivering personalized client experiences and meeting sales objectives in a luxury retail environment.
Education
Professional certification or degree as a makeup artist and/or esthetician is preferred but not required.
Workplace
The role is situated in The Hague, South Holland, Netherlands.
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Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package; access to top-notch training and professional development; opportunity to work with a global, trendsetting beauty brand; creative and inclusive work environment.
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
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