FRANCHISE OWNER, BEAUTY EDUCATOR & CREATIVE HEAD, 04/2021 – 05/2025 Lakmé Academy powered by Aptech, Mumbai, India
- Led end-to-end academy operations, achieving 40% growth in student enrollment and overall profitability.
- Mentored 250+ students in advanced hair and makeup techniques using globally aligned curriculum.
- Directed 30+ editorial shoots to build student portfolios and strengthen academy branding.
- Oversaw national marketing campaigns and in-academy competitions, enhancing student engagement.
SENIOR HAIR & MAKEUP EXPERT, 03/2018 - 04/2021
Lakmé Salon, Mumbai, India
- Delivered advanced hair services and styling with a client-focused approach.
- Conducted 20+ technical workshops for in-house staff on styling, treatments, and product training.
- Achieved a 30% increase in sales through product promotion and membership upselling.
- Mentored junior stylists in customer service and sales strategies.
HAIR & MAKEUP ARTIST, 01/2015 - 03/2018
Imran In 2U, Mumbai, India
- Styled over 100 clients across bridal, commercial, and editorial formats.
- Provided detailed consultations and styling based on event needs, hair condition, and personal goals.
- Boosted in-salon sales through product recommendations and service add-ons.
FREELANCE HAIR & MAKEUP ARTIST, 07/2014 - 12/2014
Freelance Hair & Makeup Artist, Mumbai, India
- Provided full-service bridal, fashion, and editorial looks.
- Managed independent client scheduling and event-specific styling requirements.
STYLIST & INTERN, 11/2010 - 06/2014
Juice Hair Salon (Pali Hill & Kemps Corner), Mumbai, India
- Performed over 500 haircuts and colour services for a broad clientele base.
- Played an active role in retail product promotion and contributed to revenue through upselling add-on services and take-home care products.
- Consistently achieved 80% of service sales and 20% of retail sales targets, contributing to overall salon profitability.
