- Location
- Lucerne Canton of Lucerne Switzerland
- 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.
M·A·C Cosmetics seeks a part-time Makeup Artist (40%) for its counter in Lucerne, Switzerland. The role combines creative makeup application and touch-ups with consultative sales, client relationship management, and brand representation. The successful candidate will drive counter promotions, execute visual merchandising standards, and contribute to sales targets while embodying M·A·C's core values of inclusivity, diversity, and artistic expression.
Role & Responsibilities
- Create and execute creative, type-appropriate makeup looks and touch-ups for clients
- Provide consultative, service-oriented product advice and close sales at the highest standard
- Confidently lead and conclude client conversations with professionalism
- Take shared responsibility for sales targets and M·A·C brand philosophy implementation
- Execute counter activations, promotions, and qualified merchandise presentation
Qualifications
- Diploma in makeup artistry or equivalent qualified makeup background
- First professional experience with makeup application and sales
- Excellent German language skills; good English (advantageous)
- Impeccable personal grooming and professional presentation
- Flexibility with working hours and weekend availability
Skills
Experience
First professional experience in makeup application and retail sales required.
Education
Diploma in makeup artistry or equivalent qualified makeup background.
Workplace
This position is based in Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland.
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Benefits
Performance-oriented salary, benefits package, 5 weeks annual leave, comprehensive social benefits, regular training, and career advancement opportunities.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
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