Skylar Barney
Augusta
Summary
A hardworking and determined individual who consistently adds value to any organization. Possessing the vision to set, plan, and achieve goals, dedicated to listening to clients' needs, providing expert recommendations, and embracing unique beauty transformations as a passionate and knowledgeable esthetician. With proven experience in achieving desired looks for clients, a creative and personable makeup professional. Additionally, a seasoned Signal Support Systems Specialist with 4 years of experience, installed, operated, and conducted maintenance on Military Tactical Communication Sub-Systems valued at over $4,000,000. Known for exceptional technical and customer service support, consistently providing positive assistance to both staff and clients. As an event management professional, prepared to deliver impactful results with extensive experience in overseeing event logistics and ensuring client satisfaction. Highly collaborative and adaptable, a reliable team player who has successfully managed budgets and negotiated with vendors.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Makeup Artist and Eyelash Technician
Self Employed
12.2019 - Current
- Applied make up to clients before every and any special events, including weddings, prom, homecoming, and photo shoots.
- Partnered with industry-leading brands to boost brand exposure and increase industry network.
- Attended Kansas City fashion week as a lead make-up artist for 6 fashion designers.
- Created looks based on designers’ aesthetic for the runway.
- Evaluate environmental characteristics such as a venue, time of day and lighting plans to determine unique makeup requirements.
- Fashioned and collaborated with many clients to obtain 100% satisfaction.
Project Manager
Daegu Civilian and Spouse Club
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and demand.
- Established effective communication amongst team members and members of the board for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Increased client retention rate through effective relationship building strategies and exceptional service delivery during each event.
- Partnered with board member to organize fundraiser events, creating connection amongst the community and generating financial support to the non-profit.
- Led volunteer recruitment efforts for large-scale community events successfully managing teams of 40+ individuals.
- Maximized event attendance by creating targeted marketing campaigns across multiple platforms.
Member Service Representative
Planet Fitness
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
- Responded to customer calls and emails to answer questions about products and services.
- Educated customers about billing, payment processing and support policies and procedures.
- Learned and maintained in-depth understanding of product and service information to offer knowledgeable and educated responses to diverse customer questions.
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by mopping floors, emptying trash cans and wiping down surfaces.
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Created luxury experiences while advising clients on proper skin and hair care.
- Worked as a team member, performing cashier duties, product assistance and cleaning while providing excellent customer service.
- Drove sales success by building displays and merchandising attractive arrangements.
- Understanding and adapting to each client’s skin and hair type, to provide personalized routines, specific to that individual.
- Maintained and managed inventory to ensure proper stock and accountability of 100% of items in store.
Signal Support Systems Specialist
United States Army
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Solely responsible for tracking and maintaining over 1.2M$ in communications equipment with 0% loss as my units main COMSEC custodian.
- Responsible for company communications set up (radio communications / internet), maintenance, and tear down during deployment and field operations.
- Provided base level IT support to company personnel.
- Resolved customer complaints with strong verbal and negotiation skills.
- Obtained and withheld a secret clearance throughout entire service.
- Under heavy hail and high winds still performed duties of keeping communications up for entire field operations.
- Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOP) to meet expectations and establish continuity, due to high turnover rates.
Education
Esthetician And Professional Make Up Artistry
Bellus Academy
12.2019
Dental Assisting
Virginia Beach Technical And Career Center
06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Barton Community College
Fort Riley, KS01-2026
Skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Problem-solving abilities
- Leadership experience
- Active listening
- Expanded knowledge on make-up, skin, and hair care products
- Empathy
- Strong communication
- Cultural awareness
- Complex equipment setup and calibration
Volunteer
Event Corridinator and Planner
Apple Tree Thrift Store, Camp Walker, South Korea August 2023 - June 2024
- Planned and coordinated a special event allowing children from a local orphanage to visit this nonprofit thrift store. Their, they would freely choose a toy and have lunch with the members of the staff.
Food Distribution Leader
Rock Hills Church, Manhattan, KS November 2020 - January 2021
- Organized other volunteers to pack and fill boxes with food, (milk, cheese, apples, etc.) to distribute them to the members of the church during the cold, holiday season.
English Interpreter and Advisor
Camp Casey Church of Christ, Dongducheon, South Korea September 2018 - November 2018
- Worked with children, (grades kindergarten to 5th) listening to their statements and questions to determine meaning. Then preparing translations using own basic knowledge of Hangul (Korean knowledge) and electronic listening systems.
Timeline
Project Manager
Daegu Civilian and Spouse Club
08.2023 - 08.2024
Member Service Representative
Planet Fitness
09.2022 - 11.2022
Professional Makeup Artist and Eyelash Technician
Self Employed
12.2019 - Current
Beauty Advisor
Sephora
08.2019 - 02.2020
Signal Support Systems Specialist
United States Army
07.2016 - 07.2019
Dental Assisting
Virginia Beach Technical And Career Center
Esthetician And Professional Make Up Artistry
Bellus Academy
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Barton Community College
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