Alissia Christidis

Makeup Artist and Content Creator

Markham, Ontario, Canada

About

Media Studies Graduate with a specialization in Media Business at the University of Guelph-Humber. Graduate of George Brown College with a Certification in Beauty and Editorial Makeup Artistry. Skilled in social media marketing and content creation, customer service and hospitality with experience in the beauty, retail, and restaurant industry. I have applied my passion for customer service and client relations to my work as a Freelance Makeup Artist as well as showcasing my skills and recommendations on my social channels that I have grown to over 100K followers (@makeupbyalissiac). I have applied my knowledge of building relationships and working with clients as well as top beauty brands through my social media channels to my role as a Communications & Social Media Coordinator.

Experience

  • Freelance Makeup Artist at Makeup by Alissia
    Jan 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 6 mos

    Special event makeup applications on clients. Focusing on client relations, practicing proper sanitization, and constant education to keep up with newest trends and products in the Beauty Industry.

  • St. Joseph Communications (5 yrs 6 mos)
    • Social Media Intern
      Jan 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 6 mos

    • Communications & Social Media Coordinator
      May 2021 - Jul 2021 · 3 mos

  • Beauty Advisor at Shoppers Drug Mart
    Nov 2018 - Present · 7 yrs 8 mos

    Providing knowledge on beauty and fragrance products as well as suggesting products suitable for each customer. Working at cash register to cash out customers and advertise occurring and upcoming promotions. Opening and closing the Beauty Boutique, ensuring cleanliness and all other tasks are complete.

  • Server at JOEY Restaurant Group
    Apr 2018 - Nov 2018 · 8 mos

    Providing customer service and hospitality while taking orders and serving customers while contributing to a team environment. Other responsibilities included: managing cash, opening and closing restaurant.

  • Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor at City of Markham
    Sep 2015 - Apr 2018 · 2 yrs 8 mos

    Provided swimming lessons to children 3-10 years of age as well as adult swimming classes. Ongoing communication with parents, students, staff, and Supervisors. Other responsibilities included: keeping up with Life Saving Society's standards by attending regular trainings, writing report cards for students.