Raffaella Cimino

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West Hempstead, NY 11552

Phone 516-***-**** Fax 516-***-**** Email:ha1g3n@r.postjobfree.com

Education 2006-2009 St. John’s University Queens, NY

Bachelor of Arts: English, Italian Minor

1999-2005 H. Frank Carey High School Franklin Square, NY

Advanced Regents High School Diploma

Elected class president

Editor of the high school news paper, The Riptide

Interests and activities

Freelancing as a make-up artist with established, as well as new clients

Educating myself and others on the latest fashion and beauty trends through blogging and social networking

Fluent in standard Italian, Sicilian and Calabrese dialects

Work experience

December 2010-Present Ella Mia Vintage Great Neck, NY

Owner/Vice President

October 2006-2011 M.A.C Cosmetics Garden City, NY

Management/Makeup Artist

Facilitated Beauty Seminars to customers and Cosmetology students

Acquired versatility in all styles of makeup through expertise of products

Utilized product knowledge in makeup application and sales

Book, as well as organize appointments and events

Maximize profits by organizing products through visual appeal, while maintaining inventory and stock

Appointed member of “The Impact Team” to aid in productivity of events for other M.A.C stores/counters during collection unveilings

Appointed “Product Specialist” to develop fashion forward, and collection inspired themes and makeup styles for new launches on a weekly basis

Assist other M.A.C artist’s with product selections for various designers during Fashion Week 2011

Received Advanced Certification

September 2004-September 2006 Lucky Brand Jeans Garden City, NY

Sales Associate

April 2003-August 2004 National Jean Company Rockville Centre, NY

Sales Associate