MAC Makeup Artist
- Location
- ManchesterEnglandUK
- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
MAC Beauty Advisor, 15 hours per week, Selfridges Exchange Manchester. Part-time prestige beauty retail role.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide personalized makeup consultations and application services to customers
- Educate customers on product benefits and MAC techniques through inspirational demonstrations
- Maintain exceptional visual merchandising and in-store presentation standards
- Participate in planning and executing in-store events and promotional activities
- Process transactions using retail point-of-sale software systems
- Support a high-performing sales team to drive in-store performance and brand impact
Qualifications
- Makeup artistry certification or previous retail makeup experience (preferred)
- Demonstrated expertise in makeup application and technical skills
- Ability to provide authentic, personalized customer service at prestige level
- Proficiency with retail point-of-sale (POS) software systems
- Flexibility to work retail hours including days, evenings, weekends, and special events
- Proof of right to live and work in the United Kingdom
Skills
Experience
While certification in makeup artistry or previous retail makeup experience is preferred, applicants with amateur-level experience who demonstrate strong creative and technical expertise are welcome to apply. The role does not require extensive prior experience, but candidates must show genuine passion for prestige beauty and customer engagement.
Education
Makeup artistry certification, diploma, or equivalent formal training is desirable but not required. Applicants without formal qualifications are encouraged to apply if they can demonstrate comparable practical expertise.
Workplace
The role is situated in Manchester, England, UK.
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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