MAC FAQ: PPID/MAC PRO Card

[erine1881]

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Originally Posted by fashionjunkiexx hey, i was just wondering what types of students qualify for the mac student discount, is it just makeup students? or is it students of any of the professions which qualify for a mac pro card?

MAC Pro | Membership | Pro Student

 

[Kah]

how many members have "upgraded" their mac card, i.e. originally applied as a hair stylist but want to apply as a makeup artist? Thanks

 

[RenaSunflash]

I'm a freelance makeup artist, and I mostly do makeup for teenagers for their prom/graduation, as well as some weddings. How would I apply for a card? Someone stated on the main page that a business card and newspaper ad worked, but that post was from a few years ago. Would that still apply now? Should I get a letter of recommendation from a previous client (since they're individuals and not contract work I'm not sure this applies) or send in contact information for a couple of them as well?

Also, I have no drivers license or passport at the moment. What should I send in as ID?

 

[hello_kitty]

Do you have a state issued ID card? They look like a driver's license, but are for ID purposes only. They're usually $15-20 from your DMV, and definitely handy to have! MAC accepts these because they're government issued (I'm assuming you're in the U.S., I apologize if you're not

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[MUALindsay]

Can one use a gift card w/ their Pro discount at a freestanding store?

I don't understand why not, and therefore why it's not an option on the Pro site. How many of us could receive a MAC gift card instead of Cash for birthday/holiday because people don't know we have a Pro card???

 

[purplerinne]

I got my pro card today!!!

It only took 2 weeks to get it bc i sent off my app on Sept. 15......too bad I don't have any money to buy anything LOL

Oh and I sent in a check....

 

[TISH1124]

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Originally Posted by SlvrGrndM99 Can one use a gift card w/ their Pro discount at a freestanding store? I don't understand why not, and therefore why it's not an option on the Pro site. How many of us could receive a MAC gift card instead of Cash for birthday/holiday because people don't know we have a Pro card???

Yes, I am told you can....you just can't buy a gift card with with your Pro Discount per my friend

 

[1165Cheryl]

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Originally Posted by SlvrGrndM99 Can one use a gift card w/ their Pro discount at a freestanding store? I don't understand why not, and therefore why it's not an option on the Pro site. How many of us could receive a MAC gift card instead of Cash for birthday/holiday because people don't know we have a Pro card???

At stores like Macy's, Nordstroms ect you cant use your Pro card but you can at free standing Mac Pro stores. I myself buy direct but dont have a Pro card buy many of my buyers that are makeup artist do. I recently asked one that works at Macy's Mac counter about this subject and above is what she had told me. Hope this helps?

 

[purplerinne]

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Originally Posted by 1165Cheryl At stores like Macy's, Nordstroms ect you cant use your Pro card but you can at free standing Mac Pro stores. I myself buy direct but dont have a Pro card buy many of my buyers that are makeup artist do. I recently asked one that works at Macy's Mac counter about this subject and above is what she had told me. Hope this helps?

I think what she meant is that if you get a gift card as a gift can we use it with our pro discount....since Xmas is coming up I know I'll be getting MAC gc's and my family members don't know I have the pro card. So if I go in the store and pick up some stuff, can the discount be applied and a gc as a form of payment?

It would be nice if we could...but hey, giftcards are great regardless cuz it's not my money LOL

 

[TISH1124]

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Originally Posted by purplerinne I think what she meant is that if you get a gift card as a gift can we use it with our pro discount....since Xmas is coming up I know I'll be getting MAC gc's and my family members don't know I have the pro card. So if I go in the store and pick up some stuff, can the discount be applied and a gc as a form of payment? It would be nice if we could...but hey, giftcards are great regardless cuz it's not my money LOL

Yes you can use a Giftcard to pay for your purchases...you just can't buy a Giftcard with your Pro discount, she is saying...I just asked my Pro store Mgr ....she is my neighbor LOL ...sorry I did not explain it better....I give her a GC every year for Christmas and she uses it towards her purchases

 

[MACandie2012]

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Originally Posted by aefreema I know people have asked this but I don't feel like sifting through the entire thread. I am just starting out as an artist. I have a business card but no portfolio or resume...YET (I am attending the Artist Summit in Miami in October to attend seminars and workshops). If I fax/mail my business card and license, will that suffice? If not, what else could I do? I'm in graduate school and this Fall I plan on doing ALOT of makeup for people on campus (Homecoming, Pageants, Test Shooting, local Modelling clubs, etc.) but I am still building up my kit to accomodate everyone. I have a Nixie and Illamasqua pro discount also...should I create a resume and just add these memberships to help prove my profession? HELP ME! I just really need that discount to help kick off my artistry! Thanks guys! Muchos besos!

I turned in my photo ID, my makeup artist license, and a business card and I got approved for the MAC Pro card. HTH

 

[purplerinne]

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Originally Posted by TISH1124 Yes you can use a Giftcard to pay for your purchases...you just can't buy a Giftcard with your Pro discount, she is saying...I just asked my Pro store Mgr ....she is my neighbor LOL ...sorry I did not explain it better....I give her a GC every year for Christmas and she uses it towards her purchases

Glad to know I can get giftcards and use my discount....bring on the giftcards!!!!!! WOO HOOOOOO

 

[Makeupaddict88]

I got my certificate through an online school and I only freelance. Would they even accept my certificate as being recognized? Also, if not would a business card and copy of my ID be enough? I just don't want to send in money for them to return it within a week with no card.

 

[hello_kitty]

A business card and ID alone would not be enough, as you need two pieces of "proof" as I call them. You could include something like reference letters and contracts.

 

[Sushi~Flower]

I sent in my resume, a head shot and a program from Brian Boitano's American Open professional Championships where my partner and I are listed *with photo. My application was just approved, it took around 2 weeks give or take a day, and I sent it directly by mail.

Oh it will be a dangerous thing...working for MAC and having that card....

For those of you who already have it, do you take advantage of the pro classes offered? What do you think of them

 

[hello_kitty]

^^ Lucky!

I sent my stuff in two weeks ago from tomorrow, and I haven't heard anything and haven't seen a charge on my Amex yet. I HATE waiting

 

[purplerinne]

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Originally Posted by Sushi~Flower I sent in my resume, a head shot and a program from Brian Boitano's American Open professional Championships where my partner and I are listed *with photo. My application was just approved, it took around 2 weeks give or take a day, and I sent it directly by mail. Oh it will be a dangerous thing...working for MAC and having that card.... For those of you who already have it, do you take advantage of the pro classes offered? What do you think of them

I want to! Luckily I have easy access to a pro store...I really want to take the Hi Def class I think it's in November....

 

[Sushi~Flower]

Anyone happen to know if the MAC Pro card can be used to purchase the Iwata airbrush system????

 

[MUALindsay]

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Originally Posted by Sushi~Flower Anyone happen to know if the MAC Pro card can be used to purchase the Iwata airbrush system????

No, it can not.

 

[MUALindsay]

Alright, dumb question...

I think I heard the MA at MAC say I could order via the store, and she knew I had my Pro Card...

There's a couple things I missed out on, via online, (Black Greasepaint Stick & Nude Rose Lipstick), if I call the store (St. Louis Freestanding) and they are available, can they ship them to me, and use my discount? Yes, I know I'll have to pay shipping.

-Thanks.