KIMBRA CHAMPAGNE

**** *********** **., ********, ** 91001 • 626-***-**** • acpmix@r.postjobfree.com • www.kimbramakeup.com

Dear Hiring Manager,

Throughout my career I have utilized my strengths in client relations to provide professional level make-

up application, skincare consultations, and product sales. I know that developing solid relationships with

clients is vital t o business growth, and I excel in prospecting and identifying clients' needs to present a

solution through the products and services that are right for them personally. Please accept this letter o f

interest along with my resume for consideration to become a part o f your team.

My experience includes over 15 years o f experience in skincare and makeup applications for consumers

at upscale retail stores as well as for corporate clientele in the film, television, commercial, print

advertising and music industries. Please review my extensive portfolio a t www.kimbramakeup.com.

Additionally, I am a licensed Esthetician and am certified in Microdermabrasion, Speed Waxing (by the

Dermalogical I nstitute Irvine ca), and as a Reiki practitioner.

Considering that most companies have the goal to provide a high level o f service and quality products

for its customers, I know that my abilities to provide custom presentations and create value for

customers will make me successful wherever I work. Here are a few other reasons why I will positively

impact your bottom line overall customer satisfaction and loyalty. I have demonstrated the ability to

promote and sell company visions and product/service benefits. My focus is always on providing excellent

customer service, and I have a consistent track record o f meeting and exceeding client and company

expectations. Lastly, I am able to perform all administrative and order processing tasks to support sales

goals.

I would like t o learn more about the open position and can be available t o answer any questions you

have regarding my qualifications whenever is most convenient for you. Thank you in advance for

reviewing my information, and for your time and consideration. I can be reached a t 626-***-****) and

very much look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Kimbra Champagne

KIMBRA CHAMPAGNE

2355 Midtlothian Dr., Altadena, C A 91001 • 626-***-**** • acpmix@r.postjobfree.com • www.kimbramakeup.com

Esthetician with extensive experience in skincare treatments and products and make-up application. Consultative selling

skills with exceptional ability t o engage clients, establish rapport and identify needs. Driven to consistently meet o r exceed

monthly sales and customer service goals through exceptional presentation o f product knowledge and client relationship

management. Strong knowledge o f the competitive marketplace for benefits, pricing, and other closing strategies.

Exceptional people skills, integral team player, strong integrity, positive attitude, and punctual.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ELIZABETH ARDEN, Los Angeles, C A - Freelance Artist I Sales Consultant 2013 - Present

• Provide professional level make-up application/makeovers at special events for upscale retail stores.

• Achieve high sales p er customer, consistently contributing to the event exceeding sales goals.

CHRISTIAN DIOR, Los Angeles, C A - Freelance Artist I Sales Consultant 2010 - 2012

• Demonstrated product line at special events for retailers including Nordstrom, Macy's, Bloomingdales, and Saks.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR, Los Angeles, C A - Professional Make-Up Artist 2007 - 2010

• Provided professional make-up application for press junkets, commercials, television and award shows working with

VH1, MTV, talk shows (The View) and late night shows (Lena); and clients obtaining headshots from photographers.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR, New York, N Y- Professional M ake-Up Artist 1 999-2007

• Travelled t o fashion headquarters throughout the world including Paris, Milan, London and New York, working with

models and actors for magazine shoots, commercials, and fashion shows. Full list o f projects available upon request.

• Represented Laura Mercier Cosmetics for events at Henri Bendel; and Bobbi Brown Cosmetics at Bloomingdales.

TELEVISION

VH1: A ndrew Dice Clay Reality Show 2007, A ndy Warhol S pecial- Sally Kirkland Interview, News, Awesomely Jewish,

Awesomely Bad, Top 20 (Rachel Perry-Host), I love the 70's, 80's, 90's, Divas Live, Fashion Awards, My VH1 Awards,

Grammy's Pre Show & Where Are They Now

MTV: 50 Funniest Women Special 2007

Nic @ Nite: Road Crew

Extra (New Y ork)- Rachel Perry Host

David Letterman: Rose McGowan, Leslie Bibb, Sarah Jessica Parker

Jay Leno: Tara Reed, The Cranberries for

Conan O'Brien & Rosie O'Donnell: Sarah Michelle Gellar

Howard Stern & Regis and Kelly: Rose McGowan

Oxygen: Make Over Presentation Special

Reuters: A nne Hathaway (Princess Diaries)

Estee Lauder: In house store video-Nationwide

The View: Rose McGowan, Sarah Michelle Gellar, A nne Hathaway (Princess Diaries)

Victoria's Secret: In house promotional video

C OMMERCIALS

Dreamworks Press Junkets: Jim Carrey #23, Will Ferrell - Blades o f Glory

Warner Bros. Press Junkets: Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Dawson's Creek, Charmed, Popular

Ameritrade: Dewey N icks- Epoc Films; Playtex: Shelter Films, National; Stayfree Wings: Christopher Films, National

EDITORAL I ADVERTISING

Covers: Bazaar, Paper, Seventeen, Redbook; Entertainment Weekly, Elle, lnStyle, Nylon, Movieline, Flaunt, Surface

Advertising: lman - Makeup Assistant, F osse- Bebe Neurith & Ann Reinking

P HOTOGRAPHERS

Bruce Webber (Makeup assistant for Ralph Lauren photo shoots), Mark Andrew, John Divine, Robert Shamlian, Michael

O'Neal, Dewey Nicks, Patrick Demarchelier, Robert Erdman, Mark Albiet, Andrew Macpherson

SPECIAL EVENTS

Golden Globe Awards - Sarah Michelle Geller, Bryant Park Fashion Shows, Fashion Shows - Paris, Milan, London,

EDUCATION

Certifications: Microdermabrasion, Certified Reiki Practitioner

CITRUS COLLEGE, Glendora, CA - Cosmetology degree I State o f California Esthetician License

LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE, Los Angeles, CA - A.A. Theatre Arts

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