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Kinza Zaka

DHA Phase-V Lahore

Summary

Dedicated Salon Manager bringing 5+ years of progressive experience in the industry. Expertise in business development and marketing. Collaborative team player excels in fast-paced environments. Creative makeup Artist with 4+ years of experience applying makeup to performs and salon customers. Applied makeup to clients before special events such as weddings, photo shoots, fashion shows, and award ceremonies. Enthusiastic salon professional familiar with current hairstyles and cuts. Outgoing, friendly, and knowledgeable of modern fashions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Salon Manager

The Most Salon
05.2023 - 05.2024

The Most Salon is a Turkish salon that works in 19 countries.

  • Coached and trained employees to optimize performance and achieve demanding business objectives.
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness, and sales.
  • Handled employee scheduling and coverage needs during business hours.
  • Grew customer numbers and boosted loyalty with strategic engagement and marketing strategies.
  • Managed cash flow, business transactions, banking, and accounting processes.
  • Promoted business through marketing initiatives and use of social media.
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases, and shelf stock.
  • Optimized work shifts, managed staff schedules, and ensured adequate coverage during peak hours to maintain exceptional customer service levels.
  • Built business through commitment to excellent customer service, resulting in customer loyalty and retention.
  • Managed financial aspects of the salon, including budgeting, payroll processing, and inventory management.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered teamwork, open communication, and professional growth among staff members.
  • Worked to continuously increase salon business through effective sales, service, and operations policies.
  • Oversaw staff recruitment efforts to ensure a diverse team of talented professionals was assembled for the salon''s success.
  • Collaborated with stylists to ensure high-quality services were provided consistently across all appointments.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.

Senior Manager

NUMRA - Makeup Studio & Salon
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Mentored junior staff members for skill development and career progression within the organization.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with timely project deliveries and seamless communication.
  • Evaluated hiring, firing, and promotions requests.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.

Makeup Artist

Sumbal Color Bar
01.2020 - 10.2022
  • Making artist looks, coordinating meetings with the customers.
  • Kept up-to-date with style industry standards, trends, and techniques to provide optimal aesthetics services to every client.
  • Used makeup and prosthetics to alter appearance of actors, models and performers.
  • Examined sketches, photographs and other references to get inspiration for desired look.
  • Taught master classes to inspire potential makeup artists or help people expand knowledge and skills.
  • Demonstrated and explained use of different beauty products to educate customers.
  • Trained new cosmetologists on makeup and skincare products and techniques.
  • Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.
  • Developed creative techniques to provide clients with latest hairstyles.

Education

Master of Arts - English Literature

University of Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan
11-2022

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan
08-2019

Skills

  • Decision-making skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Employee Development
  • Client satisfaction
  • Team Collaboration
  • Brand Promotion
  • Organizing and Preparing Meetings
  • Training staff
  • Financial Management
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Business development strategy

Software

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Power Point

Adobe Photoshop

Certification

Hair and makeup Diploma from Sumbal Color Bar

Timeline

Salon Manager

The Most Salon
05.2023 - 05.2024

Senior Manager

NUMRA - Makeup Studio & Salon
11.2022 - 01.2023

Hair and makeup Diploma from Sumbal Color Bar

01-2021

Makeup Artist

Sumbal Color Bar
01.2020 - 10.2022

Master of Arts - English Literature

University of Punjab

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

University of Punjab
Kinza Zaka