I applied online. I interviewed at M·A·C Cosmetics (New York, NY) in Aug 2017
Interview
I applied online on indeed and basically got the email to come in for a verbal interview and a makeup demo. In the verbal interview they will mainly ask you costumer service based questions, for the makeup demo you are asked to bring in a model and have about 20-25 mins to complete a look. The artistry instructors will basically pick how much time they wanna give you, and whether or not they want to switch your models on the spot so be prepared for anything basically. During the demo your also expected to bring your own clean brushes. And they will pull your model and give them a senerio. They did not switch my model and basically gave us 20 mins to do a glowy skin/bold lip look. Interact with your client they aren't really looking for much Artistry skill they want to see that you can make conversation and can give the client what they want. Bold lip means RED, pull in skin care for brownie points.
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
Name a time you went outta your way for a costumer
The interview process I found to be smooth and enjoyable. It was a while ago but do remember needing to come back to complete a makeup look on a model (brought a friend) prior to hire as well.
I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at M·A·C Cosmetics (Bristol, England) in Aug 2023
Interview
3 stages of interview
First - a chat with a manager. Questions about the history of the brand, why you want to work there, discussing the time availability.
Second - makeup application, 30 min given
Third - approval with a store manager
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Lot's of questions about the history and values of the brand
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at M·A·C Cosmetics (Johannesburg) in Feb 2023
Interview
It began with the submission of an application, which includes a resume or CV and a cover letter, as one of the selected candidates I was invited for video interview. This preliminary interview was conducted by a recruiter or HR representative and aims to assess my communication skills, cultural fit, and basic qualifications. This provided me with an opportunity to ask questions about the company and the role, ensuring mutual interest before moving forward.
The next phase was one on one virtual interviews with hiring managers and team members. These interviews were behavioral, situational, and technical. The behavioral interview focused on my past experiences and how I handled various situations, while situational interviews presented a hypothetical scenario to gauge problem-solving abilities. Technical interview assessed specific skills required for the job, which was through practical tests and problem-solving exercises. Finally, the process concluded with a final interview with higher-level executives and stakeholders to ensure alignment with the company’s vision and values.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you enjoy the most about being a Makeup Artist