MAC FAQ: PPID/MAC PRO Card

[Hemons]

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Originally Posted by AdlersMommy22 Hey guys- my boyfriend wants to apply for a pro-card. He's a pro photgrapher and someone earlier mentioned that he could sign up for a pro-card .. I mentioned something to him and he was actually EXCITED about it because apparently he "needs at least 20 more different foundations for the girls to use at photoshoots"... I also mentioned he could use it to get my birthday and christmas present....... HAHA.. anyway.. he has a pro buisness card that he did NOT make himself that includes information that he is a pro photographer, etc... He runs his own buisness so how would he go about the referral letter?? He also has a VERY extensive resume and work that he plans to send in as well. Any advice about the referral letter? Or anything else he might need? I told him i would ask the lovely ladies @ specktra because they know everything... and he said "who ARE these people? Are you cheating on me?"... HAHA. H was jk... he knows I spend the majority of my time on here- sometimes when e're on AIM talking he'll go "stop typeing on specktra and answer my question"

If he has a business card and a resume that should be enough. Check out the MAC PRO website www.macpro.com to print out an application for him. The application also lists all accepted forms of documentation. He only needs two forms of professional documentation, so the business card and resume should be sufficient. Hope that helps.

 

[ash10spro]

well, i got rejected.. I'm kinda bummed, but they encouraged me to resubmit. I sent in my business card, a blank client contract and 2 letters of recc. from two of my former clients. My letters of reccomendation from 2 clients were rejected, however i am doing makeup for an upcoming photo shoot with a photographer and i was wondering.... can we send in a professional photograph with name credit and profession? i want to send in a copy of one that i think best showcases my talent, but the website says "editorial page with name credit".. must it be in a magazine, or simply just a print? please help! thanks =)

 

[iaisha26]

Sorry to hear that you got rejected. Resubmitt your ap ASAP. I submitted my application, I'll be crushed it I don't get it. Now that stress begins...for the next 4 to 6 weeks.

 

[melissy]

i finally got mine i was approved they sent the email to me. so i can shop online but im still waiting for my card. im soo excited

. good luck to everyone else.

 

[intimates]

I just checked my credit card account and I saw the $35 charge from mac! so I know I'm approved. does anyone know how long it'll take for me to receive the email so I can shop online?

 

[lynpink]

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Originally Posted by intimates I just checked my credit card account and I saw the $35 charge from mac! so I know I'm approved. does anyone know how long it'll take for me to receive the email so I can shop online?

Congrats on getting approved! I actually received my card before I got the email..weird, I know! But I've read a few that got the email first. You definitely should be MAC shopping within the next 2 weeks!

 

[dominicana90]

Does anyone know if they are still accepting bridal contracts?

 

[intimates]

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Originally Posted by lynpink Congrats on getting approved! I actually received my card before I got the email..weird, I know! But I've read a few that got the email first. You definitely should be MAC shopping within the next 2 weeks!

Thanks! hopefully I'll get it soon

 

[intimates]

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Originally Posted by dominicana90 Does anyone know if they are still accepting bridal contracts?

yes they do. I recently submitted a bridal contract and I was told by the MACpro manager that they most def accept it

 

[dominicana90]

Thanks I might mail mine tomorrow wish me luck!

 

[Shanaaaa]

I would like to fax my app w/ copy of my buss card & contract but i got numerous differnt fax #;s

called mac & got 1 866 829 7743
& see these two in this thread 905 944 6400 905 513 2463

which one should i use?

 

[nursee81]

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Originally Posted by Shanaaaa I would like to fax my app w/ copy of my buss card & contract but i got numerous differnt fax #;s called mac & got 1 866 829 7743 & see these two in this thread 905 944 6400 905 513 2463 which one should i use?

MAC was saying recently they were not accepting application via fax anymore. You need to mail it in, not sure if they changed their policy within the last 2 months.

 

[nursee81]

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Originally Posted by ash10spro well, i got rejected.. I'm kinda bummed, but they encouraged me to resubmit. I sent in my business card, a blank client contract and 2 letters of recc. from two of my former clients. My letters of reccomendation from 2 clients were rejected, however i am doing makeup for an upcoming photo shoot with a photographer and i was wondering.... can we send in a professional photograph with name credit and profession? i want to send in a copy of one that i think best showcases my talent, but the website says "editorial page with name credit".. must it be in a magazine, or simply just a print? please help! thanks =)

Blank contracts are not accepted and neither a reference letter form clients. They stated that anyone could write you a reference letter. Srnd them you business card and contract that you have from a previous event. HTH.

 

[intimates]

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Originally Posted by Shanaaaa I would like to fax my app w/ copy of my buss card & contract but i got numerous differnt fax #;s called mac & got 1 866 829 7743 & see these two in this thread 905 944 6400 905 513 2463 which one should i use?

it's the 1-866 829 7743 #.

they still accept applications through faxes, and I recently faxed mine in. mac told me that they just prefer applicants to mail their application in so that it's more clear and precise.

 

[iaisha26]

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Originally Posted by nursee81 Blank contracts are not accepted and neither a reference letter form clients. They stated that anyone could write you a reference letter. Srnd them you business card and contract that you have from a previous event. HTH.

You should contact MAC PRO directly to verify if they'll except a fax & the documentation that you're sending is ok. 1.877.553.5536.

I submitted my application via mail on Monday, October 27, 2008; I was told that faxed application would not be accpeted and contracts or references from previous clients will not be accepted. I was told to submit references from companies that I worked with.

Call to be on the safe side, you don't want to hear a rejection 4 weeks from now because you didn't make a simple phone call.

 

[iaisha26]

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Originally Posted by iaisha26 Sorry to hear that you got rejected. Resubmitt your ap ASAP. I submitted my application, I'll be crushed it I don't get it. Now that stress begins...for the next 4 to 6 weeks.

OMGosh...I saw the $35 charge to my Amex, I called and they confirmed that I was approved and a card had been requested. The rep said that she wasn't allowed to give me the card number, I would have to wait for it. I can't wait to shop.
BTW-I'm very mad...I hit up the store over the weekend to the tune of $160

p:

 

[MACForME]

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Originally Posted by iaisha26 OMGosh...I saw the $35 charge to my Amex, I called and they confirmed that I was approved and a card had been requested. The rep said that she wasn't allowed to give me the card number, I would have to wait for it. I can't wait to shop. BTW-I'm very mad...I hit up the store over the weekend to the tune of $160 p:

UGH! I had that happen to me!

Congratulations on the Pro Card! Its great to have, just remember there are rules to having it (as if you didn't already know!!).. The one thing that I wish i COULD do, is sell off some of the items that I don't use or have too many "dupes" of.. but because I have a Pro Card, i can't sell or swap.. So now, I'm really REALLY careful on what I get to avoid too many "oh this color looks like"....

 

[babyjazy21]

Hi Ladies,
Do any of you know if MAC freelancers can apply for the PRO card?
Can I send in my pay stubs, letter of recommendations and my resume?

 

[erine1881]

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Originally Posted by babyjazy21 Hi Ladies, Do any of you know if MAC freelancers can apply for the PRO card? Can I send in my pay stubs, letter of recommendations and my resume?

yes, you qualify, but those won't be accepted as proof (letters of rec. and resumes can be faked). you'll need a letter from the manager on a mac letterhead stating that you freelance for them. not sure what 2nd form you'll need since they are kinda iffy on business cards (again, anyone can make a fake one). you can call customer service and ask what else you can include just to be sure.

 

[sandrrra]

Can you purchase pro pan shadow refills off of the website when you get your card, or is it single shadows only???