Ulta Beauty is hiring: Specialty Artist - MAC in New York

Overview

Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty enthusiasts. At Ulta Beauty, we’re transforming the world one shade, one lash, one cut at a time. Because beauty is powerful.

If you seek greater purpose—a place of vision, mission, and lived values—where voices are heard, contributions valued and recognized, and growth opportunities abound, consider Ulta Beauty. Nowhere else are the possibilities quite this beautiful.

General Summary & Scope

The Specialty Artist - MAC is responsible for maximizing sales in the MAC brand (including color cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance) by engaging guests to determine their individual needs, assisting guests in selection and purchase of merchandise, and maintaining overall store standards including cleanliness and replenishment. They represent the image, products, and culture of Ulta Beauty and the MAC brand to the guest and support the Experience Manager through focus on performance, people, and process.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed MAC brand sales and service goals and contribute to meeting store goals related to retail and service sales, guest loyalty, omni‑channel, and retail shrink.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by interfacing with existing guests, maintaining active contact with a growing preferred guest list, and following up on guest inquiries.
• Ensure exceptional service by greeting and engaging every guest, personalizing service, offering samples, and recommending complementary products and/or services.
• Conduct personalized, professional‑caliber makeup demonstrations, applications, and lessons; skincare analyses; and product demonstrations with guests to MAC and Ulta Beauty brand standards.
• Study and practice the Skill Certification requirements and complete skill sets within specified time frames.
• Remain informed about promotions and marketing initiatives within the brand and throughout the store categories.
• Book appointments for and support the execution of services and in‑store events that deliver an unrivaled guest experience while delivering on MAC brand sales goals.
• Stay informed of industry trends, products, and services and be knowledgeable of ingredients and benefits to better serve guests.
• Maintain prompt, regular attendance.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment that supports teammates, peers, and guests.
• Share the benefits of the guest loyalty program, including credit and the Ulta Beauty app, with guests on the sales floor.
• Maintain an active clientele portfolio for MAC brand sales.
• Serve as an Ulta Beauty and MAC brand ambassador with all store associates, brand partners, and guests by sharing product knowledge, makeup techniques, trends, and MAC consciousness programs.
• Collaborate with managers and associates to grow the business.
• Be knowledgeable of and ensure adherence to Ulta Beauty policies, procedures, and standards.
• Adhere to the Ulta Beauty and MAC brand dress code and wear brand assets as directed.
• Drive sales by keeping work area replenished, signed, and faced and ensuring testers are available and maintained in compliance with hygiene standards.
• Maintain outstanding store and MAC operational standards, including participation in MAC recycling program and cleaning assigned areas.
• Participate in merchandise resets, planograms, marketing displays, physical inventory procedures, and processing shipments using Ulta Beauty and MAC technology.
• Protect company assets by following loss prevention best practices and providing exceptional guest service.
• Execute other operational tasks as directed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; cosmetology or demonstrator license required by state law.
• Cosmetics artistry experience preferred.
• Demonstrates significant competency in sales, products, and service.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle guest concerns and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Special Position Requirements

• Work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Attend brand‑sponsored trainings.

Working Conditions

• Frequent mobility during shift.
• Frequent standing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, and twisting during shift.
• Continuous lifting and/or moving up to 10 lbs. during shift.
• Continuous coordination and manipulation of objects during shift.

Benefits & Compensation

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00 / Hour. Exact pay will be based on factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business needs. Eligible associates may also earn overtime pay as required by applicable law. Full‑time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. Part‑time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.

Ulta Beauty is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, disability, national origin, age, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status of an individual.

For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta