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VADEE CHHUN

Vadeec@yahoo.com • (310) 956-8187 • linkedin.com/in/vadee

MAKEUP ARTIST | EDUCATION EXECUTIVE | CREATIVE DIRECTOR

I’m an International Makeup Artist and Education Executive with 15 years of experience in makeup artistry and, corporate training. As an expert makeup artist, trainer and sales strategist, I am responsible for creation, implementation, and management of educational materials for the retail, wholesale and corporate teams. Also, leading team building, makeup artistry seminars and master classes that are tailored to increase revenue growth. I also build and lead diverse teams to create beauty and fashion editorials across multimedia.

PERSONAL SKILLS

· Strong presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

· Ability to work individually as well as in a team

· Obtained managerial skills through experience

· Excellent communication abilities with all personality types

· Public Speaking

TECHNICHAL SKILLS

· Proficient in MAC and PC Computers

· Strong knowledge in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, Power point)

· Knowledgeable with Instagram, Tik Tok and content creation.

EXPERIENCE

CHANEL, USA — National Makeup Artist & Education Executive 2018 – 2020

Evaluate and implement educational and training programs for all level employees 

Deliver and develop training materials to support core training priorities with-in the store environment (client experience evaluation, product knowledge, etc.)

Strategized monthly action plans to achieve and increase sales led sales team development and sales growth by identifying and addressing education needs

Represented CHANEL nationwide and globally at high-level speaking engagements, trend shows, master classes, artistry education seminars and contests

Ensure full product knowledge, selling ceremony adaptation, and clientele building skillset

Led training for teams of      artists on CHANEL’s latest makeup concepts and trends 

Planned, created and executed innovative in-store and special events to drive traffic and sales 

Dior Parfums, USA/Canada — National Makeup Artist   2017 – 2018

Partnered with Regional Manager & AE to strategize optimization of client satisfaction & sales growth

Represented Dior Parfums on the road as lead National Makeup Artist for mega-events

Led client relationship management to capture recurring revenue

Educated clients and trained counter teams on new techniques, trends and products

Supported sales teams during      mega-events, PAs and trend shows nationwide and internationally. 

Travel internationally as a Brand Ambassador representing the USA Team in a worldwide competition. 

Trish McEvoy, OC/SD West Coast/Canada/England — Regional Artist  2013 – 2016 

Partnered with sales teams &beauty      stylists on promotional campaigns for ongoing educational needs

Represented brand nationwide and globally, supporting Trish McEvoy herself on the road at personal appearance masterclasses.

Educated and coached counter teams on artistry, sales and product features 

Strategize with Regional Director & Account Executive on ideas/plans to achieve daily, weekly, monthly goal

Focused on building client relationships by replenishment, phone, text and emails

NARS, OC/LA West Coast — Regional Makeup Artist   2007-2013

Provide enthusiastic sales support during Megas, P.A.’s, and Trendshows 

Assist and partner with lead artist to ensure client satisfaction while maximizing sales

Establish and maintain relationships with clients to build recurring business

Educate clients and counter team on new techniques, trends and products

Travel to different territories to support lead stylist for Mega Event.

Assisted backstage at high-profile fashion shows in LA. (Hollyrod Foundation, Rubin Singer, Marchesa, Naeem Khan)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

MAKEUPBY VΛDΞΞ — Creative Director  2020 – Present

Create editorials for beauty, fashion and lifestyle campaigns that span print, digital and video

Produce behind-the-scenes content for social media and other marketing channels to amplify cross-marketing and inspire and educate creatives

Build and lead teams of  creative professionals including photographers, models, fashion stylists, hair stylists and brand owners

Contact

310-956-8187 

vadeec@yahoo.com