- Location
- Richmond British Columbia Canada
- Employment
- Per diem
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Compensation
- $18.85–21.73/hour
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Perfumes, Cosmetics & Prestige Beauty
- Posted
- Oct 18, 2026
About MAC
MAC is a pioneering professional makeup authority, renowned for its artistry, inclusivity, and influential role in shaping contemporary beauty culture. Founded in Toronto in 1984 and now part of The Estée Lauder Companies, the brand empowers employees to champion self-expression, creativity, and diversity across retail, education, product innovation, and consumer experience. As an employer, MAC offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where artistry meets commercial excellence, encouraging talent to develop deep product expertise, client relationships, and cultural awareness. Its heritage of supporting all ages, races, and genders continues to define a workplace built on bold ideas, collaboration, and authentic individuality.
M·A·C seeks an on-call/freelance Beauty Advisor to provide makeup, skincare, hair or fragrance consultations and personalized in-store service, while supporting events and visual merchandising. Applicants with beginner-level expertise are welcome; makeup artistry certification or prior retail makeup experience is desirable, and expertise in fragrance, skincare and hair consultation is valued. Anticipated pay is CAD 18.85–21.73 per hour, depending on qualifications, skills, experience and/or budget.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide makeup application, skincare advice, hair consultations or fragrance consultations, creating a welcoming, inspirational and personalized in-store experience that educates and delights customers.
- Use creative and technical expertise to deliver personalized customer service.
- Work with the team to create impact through in-store events.
- Maintain high visual merchandising standards so the store stands out from competitors.
Qualifications
- Retail experience is preferred, but applicants with beginner-level experience are welcome if they can demonstrate strong creative and technical expertise.
- Demonstrated ability to provide inspirational, authentic and personalized customer service.
- Ability to work retail hours, including days, nights, weekends and special events, in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous experience with retail point-of-sale software.
- Ability to provide proof of the right to live and work in Canada if invited to interview.
Skills
Workplace
This position is based in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, within easy reach of Vancouver.
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Compensation
The base compensation for this position ranges from CAD 18.85 to CAD 21.73 per hour.
Benefits
Eligible employees may receive health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Eligible employees may also participate in the applicable commission/bonus plan, subject to plan guidelines.
Culture
MAC fosters a dynamic, artist-led workplace where creativity, individuality, and inclusive self-expression are central to the employee experience. The brand offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment in which beauty professionals are encouraged to build their artistry, connect authentically with diverse clients, and represent a bold global point of view.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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