Lara Holt

Friendly and creative makeup artist with hands-on experience in freelance beauty services, model styling and customer-facing roles. Qualified in makeup and beauty with a passion for helping clients feel confident through tailored looks, product advice and excellent service. Strong communication, retail awareness and one-to-one consultation skills, with experience working independently, maintaining high hygiene standards and building positive client relationships.

Now seeking a makeup counter or beauty advisor role.

Secretary - Bear Services - Liverpool, England

(2021-10 - 2026)

• Addressed enquiries and responded via email or telephone follow-up.
• Updated files and records with accurate system navigation.
• Built positive relationships with customers and clients.
• Followed written and verbal procedures while completing tasks efficiently.
• Organised calendars, reminders and general office tasks.

Care Assistant - Housing 21 - Liverpool, England

(2020-08 - 2021-10)

• Assisted individuals with personal care while maintaining dignity and comfort.
• Supported day-to-day activities and encouraged independence and self-belief.
• Kept environments clean and neat following hygiene standards.
• Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust.

Stewardess - Norfolkline Ships - Dover, England

(2007-07 - 2010-01)

• Supported guests from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Promoted duty-free goods and collected payments from patrons.
• Cashed up tills in pounds and euros.
• Ordered perfumes and cosmetics and completed stock checks.

Makeup Artist and Stylist - Majestic Models - Chester, England

(2011-04 - 2011-12)

• Created makeup looks and styled models for photo shoots.
• Worked to visual briefs while ensuring polished presentation.
• Supported a professional, calm experience for clients and models.

Freelance Makeup Artist - Freelance - Liverpool, England

(2010-07 - 2018-06)

• Consulted with clients to understand individual beauty needs and desired looks.
• Applied makeup for personal occasions, events and performance needs.
• Maintained clean, tidy and sanitised workstations and tools.
• Built positive client relationships through friendly, personalised service.

AIM Qualifications Entry 3 - Personal and Social Development Skills - Knowsley Family and Community Education (2023-08)

NCFE Level 2 Qualification - Knowsley Family and Community Education (2023-08)

Pathways to Teaching Programme - Tutoring 16+ - Knowsley Family and Community Education (2022-08)

VTCT Makeup and Beauty - Knowsley Community College (2005-06)

GCSEs - Art, English, Craft, Textiles and Science - Broughton Hall High School (2000-07)