Kaitlyn Torpey
** ******* ***** ( Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
609-***-**** ( **********@*****.***
Advertising & Marketing communications / Cosmetologist
Trained exclusively by Paul Mitchell Color Professionals
Customer-Centric & Quality Oriented
Education provided a strong foundation of creative and technical skills
necessary to ensure customer satisfaction and build sales volume for salon
owners. Training strengthened by practical experience in a service-oriented
business environment. Qualifications and comprehensive training include:
( Hold Certificate in Cosmetology ( New Jersey State
Licensure
( Advanced Color Training ( Broad Range of Haircuts and
Styles
( Makeup Artistry ( Relationship Building with Clients
( Personable, cooperative team member ( Member, U.S.
Figure Skating Association
( Fashion Institute of Technology Student: School of Business
(Advertising and Marketing Communications)
Training
Under the supervision of salon owner/licensed cosmetologists:
( Ensured strict compliance with industry regulations pertaining
to health and safety.
( Consulted with clients. Projected a positive, professional
image in evaluating customers' preferences, lifestyles, and condition
of their hair in order to determine, recommend, and educate clients
concerning appropriate products and services.
( Cut and/or styled clients' hair to maximize their facial
features and enhance their self-image. Created up-dos. Provided
permanents wave or curl hair as well as hair relaxing/straightening
treatments.
( Mixed and/or applied color formulations, including highlights
and lowlights, to give clients' hair depth and interest. Bleached and
toned hair as requested; colored grays. Utilized various finishing
products, including gels and sprays, to add additional sheen or volume
to hair.
( Maintained a sanitary and orderly workstation at all times.
( Selected desired cosmetics such as foundation, eye shadows,
blushes, mascara, eyeliner, and lipstick/lip gloss from stock, or
blended cosmetics to achieve desired results.
( Using brushes and sponges, applied cosmetics to create subtle
and dramatic looks for a diverse clientele, including brides and
bridesmaids, attendees of proms, and businesswomen.
( Performed facials as well as full-service manicures and
pedicures.
( Cultivated knowledge of emerging trends and technology to
deliver superior levels of service.
Employment
Chelsea Crimpers Salon, Princeton, NJ
January 2011 to July 2012
Hair Stylist
( Worked reception, answered phones, scheduling appoints, managed
social media networks, and closing out the register.
( Worked with L'Oreal Professional Products and Inoa
( Keratin Treatments
( Women and Men's haircuts
( Highlights, Lowlights, Single Processes, Double Processes
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( Blow Out's, Roller Sets, Perms
( Opened and closed the salon
Princeton Sports Center, South Brunswick, NJ May 2010 to
January 2011
Figure Skating Coach and Skate Guard Manager
( Exercised authority to interview, hire, and train qualified
personnel (skate guards) in this recreational center serving the
general public.
( Developed work schedules for most efficient allocation of
staff.
( Upheld company policies as well as safety/quality standards.
( Provided customers with, and monitored inventory of, equipment.
( Contributed to customer loyalty by assuring an enjoyment
experience for patrons, including resolving inquiries and problems in
a prompt, diplomatic manner.
Arbonne Skin and Body Care
July 2012
Consultant
( Recognized and helped find a solution for client's beauty needs
( Educated clients and prospect clients on the benefits of
Arbonne products
( Put through client orders and Hosted Parties for clients
Education & Honors
The Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, NY (Currently)
Advertising and Marketing Communications (Associates Degree)
( Dean's List: Spring 2012, Good Academic Standing all terms
( Cosmetic and Fragrance Marketing Club
( FIT Figure Skating Club
( Courses included: Mass Communications, Sales Promotion,
Audience and Media, Identity in American Literature and History,
History of Art, Advertising and Promotion, Marketing for Integrated
Marketing Communications, Journalism, Introduction to the Fashion
Industry, Publicity Workshop, Workshop in Business Communications,
Digital Layout, Workshop in Direct Marketing, Biology, Introduction to
World Affairs, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Research Methods for
Intergraded Marketing Communications, Advertising Copywriting,
Magazine Journalism
Mercer County Community College, Mercer County, NJ
Business Administration, January 2011 to December 2012
Presidents List
( Courses included: Multimedia computer for Ad Com, English 101,
English 202, Public Speaking, Pre Calculus, Business Law
The Lab: A Paul Mitchell Partner School, Ewing, NJ
Certificate in Cosmetology, November 2010
( New Jersey Cosmetology License
Notre Dame High School, Monmouth Junction, NJ
Graduated with Honors, June 2009
( Rutgers University Model United Nations Award, 2009
( Rutgers University Model Congress Award, 2009
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Professional Development
( Paul Mitchell Advanced Color Class (with Collin Caruso and Ira
Pope Sage), November 2010
( Certified in Donna Bella, Cinderella, and CMJ, Academy Pro
Extension Class, November 2010
( Circle of Balance Lecture and Workshop (with Veny Musum, Senior
Vice President, Paul Mitchell Systems, October 2010
( Up-do Workshop and Seminar (with Vivienne Mackinder), New York,
NY, March 2010
( Makeup Workshop, Mac Pro Studios, New York, NY, March 2010
( Advanced Training: Paul Mitchell Color Class (with Susan Tank),
October 2009
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook/email
Adobe InDesign
Portfolio and excellent references are available upon request