Riley Reynolds

Licensed Colorado Hairstylist with over two years of full-time salon experience in a high-volume Regis/Cost Cutters salon, complemented by several years of continued independent hairstyling for returning clients, friends, family, and coworkers. Experienced in precision cutting, coloring, perms, styling, guest consultations, retail recommendations, and maintaining a clean, professional salon environment. Known for building strong client relationships through excellent communication, warmth, and attention to detail.

Thrives in fast-paced, team-oriented workplaces and is eager to return to full-time salon work.

Licensed Hair Stylist at Cost Cutters (Regis Salon) (2019-05 – 2020-12)

• Performed precision haircuts, color services, perms, styling, and other salon services for a diverse clientele.
• Conducted personalized consultations to understand guest expectations and recommend appropriate services and products.
• Built and maintained a loyal client base through excellent customer service and consistent results.
• Assisted with salon cleanliness, laundry, stocking retail products, sanitizing stations, and maintaining a professional appearance.
• Worked efficiently in a high-volume salon environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Trained under an experienced Master Stylist, developing strong technical abilities, communication skills, and retail sales techniques.

Salon Receptionist (Part-Time) at Cost Cutters (Regis Salon) (2018-10 – 2019-05)

• Scheduled appointments and welcomed guests.
• Managed phone calls, check-ins, and salon transactions.
• Maintained salon cleanliness and organization.
• Assisted stylists with daily operations while completing cosmetology school.

Salon Intern at Evergreen Cottage Salon (2017-10 – 2018-05)

• Greeted Clients and contributed to a positive welcoming salon environment
• Swept hair and performed other cleaning duties such as dusting product shelves
• Performed services of volunteer clients such as friends, family members and schoolmates under supervision of the salon manager.

Independent Hairstylist at Self-Employed (2021-01 – Present)

• Continued providing haircutting, coloring, styling, and grooming services for friends, family, coworkers, and long-time clients.
• Maintained technical skills while completing college and working in hospitality.
• Stayed current with Colorado cosmetology license renewals trending hair services/techniques

Customer Service & Hospitality at Various (2021-01 – Present)

• Delivers exceptional customer service in fast-paced, high-volume environments while building strong relationships with guests.
• Maintains clean, organized workstations and consistently upheld high standards of sanitation and professionalism.
• Works collaboratively with team members, manages multiple priorities efficiently, and demonstrates reliability in busy service settings.

Cosmetology Diploma in Cosmetology – Boulder TEC Cosmetology Program (Arapahoe High School) (2019-01)

B.A. in Hospitality Management, Minor in Spanish – Grand Canyon University (2024-01)