Chara DeSimone
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Objective
In search of a position that will utilize my experience and current knowledge of the hair styling industry, while providing an opportunity for growth.
Summary of Qualifications
• 12 years of experience as a hair stylist.
• Licensed hair stylist in Massachusetts.
• Strong leadership and customer service skills; excel in a team-oriented environment.
• In-depth knowledge of current trends and styles.
• Profound ability to work efficiently.
• Experienced in Airbrush Tanning.
Experience
Hair Stylist (Independent Contractor)
Escape Salon - Boston, MA 2006-Present
• Specializing in: Cut, Color, ExtenTube Extensions and Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy Treatment.
• Responsible for training of apprentice stylists: taught advanced cutting, color, highlighting, up styling, and color correction problem solving.
• Products used: Aveda Color and Products, Schwarzkopf Color, Keratin Complex, Davines, Phyto, and Bumble & Bumble
• Responsible for booking own appointments and maintaining continuous contact with clients.
Hair Stylist
Linear Aveda Lifestyle Spa - Boston, MA 1999-2006
• Ranked Highest in client retention and individual revenue generation 2004-2006.
• Specialized in: Cut, Color, Styling.
• Products used: Aveda Color and Products, Schwarzkopf Color, Goldwell Color
• Client Sales and special event styling.
• Trained apprentice stylists.
• Utilized various hair cutting techniques.
• Provided styling for fashion shows and events.
Education
• Aveda Training Center - Boston, MA 2001-2003: Men’s and Women’s Cutting, Aveda Color Certification Aveda Cut, Color and Styling Class with Ted Gibson
• Men’s and Women’s Cutting, Aveda Color Certification, Elements of Texturizing
• Blaine Beauty Career Schools - Malden, MA 1998-2000
References
Provided upon request