Chrystia
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Quote: Originally Posted by kangelmakeup
Hey there!
I would really really love to work for Mac but as silly as it sounds I'm a bit intimidated, I went by the MAC counter not to long ago and the girls there looked on point and so confident in what they are doing. Am I the only one that feels like that? Has anyone ever had that feeling before?
(maybe its just me lol)
Plus I'm a newbie, I don't have a license or anything like that. I've only done my own make up and my friends. I do have a strong background in art, I've painted for many years. But becoming a makeup artist is something that I've always felt I wanted to do, especially to work for MAC! I just love love love there products! I dont have a portfolio or anything like that, only regular pics of looks that I've done for competitions on youtube.
Should I stop by the mac counter and ask to speak to the manager? What should I ask or say? Should I dress a certain way? (I know lots of Q's) I would love some advice, tips or suggestions.
I posted some of the pictures I mention before and a pic of the makeup I did on a friend. I would really love your honest opinion. Please let me know what I need to improve on. There is always room for improvement!
Thank you!
Kangelmakeup,
You are certainly not alone in feeling intimidated by the MAC counter. Actually a lot of people feel that way coming to the counter whether they are customers or applying to work there. The best way you can help feel more confident is to be prepared. If you read through this thread there are lots of great suggestions from those of us who work at MAC. Also I know there are several of us (myselff included who are more than happy to answer questions in private messages as well). I do want to answer your questions here though for you.
1) IIf you would like to speak with a manager at the MAC counter, then make sure you go in looking the part. Be dressed in professional and stylish all black attire. Make sure your hair is done, your nails are done, and you have beautiful make up on. As far as questions you should ask, I would ask her to be honest. Let him/her know you are interested in working for MAC and are looking for advice on what you can do to be a good potential make up artist.
2) Not having any retail cosmetics background or makeup experience, I might consider trying to gain some experience elsewhere before diving into MAC. Whether it is working for another brand or freelancing for other brands, this experience will help you feel more confident when you do join MAC.
3) Also you have some beautiful work in your post. I can definitely see your painting background in them. The one thing I did note was most of them are all dramatic theatrical pieces. They are great for the purpose they were intended (youtube competitions etc), but at the counter you will be doing a lot more beauty make up than anything else. THe current direction of MAC is focused on trends. So I would encourage you to start thumbing through magazines and seeing the make up trends you notice from runways, red carpet events, and celebrities. Ask your friends if you can use them as models and practice these trends. Its a completely different type of challenge, but will really help you long term become a strong make up artist. Some of my most amazing make over jobs have been transformations that are exceptionally subtle.
I hope that helps. If you would like to ask any questions to help you on your MAC journey, feel free to PM me. I am more than happy to help you any way I can.
Hey there!
I would really really love to work for Mac but as silly as it sounds I'm a bit intimidated, I went by the MAC counter not to long ago and the girls there looked on point and so confident in what they are doing. Am I the only one that feels like that? Has anyone ever had that feeling before?
Plus I'm a newbie, I don't have a license or anything like that. I've only done my own make up and my friends. I do have a strong background in art, I've painted for many years. But becoming a makeup artist is something that I've always felt I wanted to do, especially to work for MAC! I just love love love there products! I dont have a portfolio or anything like that, only regular pics of looks that I've done for competitions on youtube.
Should I stop by the mac counter and ask to speak to the manager? What should I ask or say? Should I dress a certain way? (I know lots of Q's) I would love some advice, tips or suggestions.
I posted some of the pictures I mention before and a pic of the makeup I did on a friend. I would really love your honest opinion. Please let me know what I need to improve on. There is always room for improvement!
Thank you!
Kangelmakeup,
You are certainly not alone in feeling intimidated by the MAC counter. Actually a lot of people feel that way coming to the counter whether they are customers or applying to work there. The best way you can help feel more confident is to be prepared. If you read through this thread there are lots of great suggestions from those of us who work at MAC. Also I know there are several of us (myselff included who are more than happy to answer questions in private messages as well). I do want to answer your questions here though for you.
1) IIf you would like to speak with a manager at the MAC counter, then make sure you go in looking the part. Be dressed in professional and stylish all black attire. Make sure your hair is done, your nails are done, and you have beautiful make up on. As far as questions you should ask, I would ask her to be honest. Let him/her know you are interested in working for MAC and are looking for advice on what you can do to be a good potential make up artist.
2) Not having any retail cosmetics background or makeup experience, I might consider trying to gain some experience elsewhere before diving into MAC. Whether it is working for another brand or freelancing for other brands, this experience will help you feel more confident when you do join MAC.
3) Also you have some beautiful work in your post. I can definitely see your painting background in them. The one thing I did note was most of them are all dramatic theatrical pieces. They are great for the purpose they were intended (youtube competitions etc), but at the counter you will be doing a lot more beauty make up than anything else. THe current direction of MAC is focused on trends. So I would encourage you to start thumbing through magazines and seeing the make up trends you notice from runways, red carpet events, and celebrities. Ask your friends if you can use them as models and practice these trends. Its a completely different type of challenge, but will really help you long term become a strong make up artist. Some of my most amazing make over jobs have been transformations that are exceptionally subtle.
I hope that helps. If you would like to ask any questions to help you on your MAC journey, feel free to PM me. I am more than happy to help you any way I can.
