Potential Career Paths for Licensed Beauty Professionals
As a graduate of Rosel School of Cosmetology, you will open so many doors for yourself. The field of beauty is huge, and your possibilities are limitless. You may want to take many paths, or just specialize in one specific skill. Whatever your goals are, you should consult your state’s licensing board in order to see what services can be performed with your desired license.
After you have successfully graduated from beauty school and passed your state’s license exam, you will be ready to become a beauty professional, and take advantage of all the amazing opportunities in the industry. Below is an overview of some of the paths you can take.
Salon & Spa
Do you love hanging out with people and enjoy helping them look amazing? Working at a salon or a spa can be a great fit for you. If you like conversation, and meeting lots of new faces, then they can be a fun working environment. Here are some popular career paths at salons and spas:
• Hairstylist
• Nail Technician
• Nail Artist
• Esthetician
• Trainer
• Threading Specialist
• Salon Manager
Entertainment
Do you have creative passions and see yourself working behind the scenes in movies and television? Working in entertainment can be a great career for a beauty professional. Before performing, actors and actresses must receive extensive beauty routines in order to look the best. Skilled hairdressers, makeup artists, skincare experts, nail, and lash techs are all needed on set to complete these tasks. Here are some other places where these professionals are in demand:
• Theater
• Music Videos
• Concerts & Dance Recitals
• Film & Television
• Celebrity Clientele
• Fashion
• Photo Shoots
• Cruise Ships
• Weddings
Beauty Sales & Distribution
Are you passionate about your favorite brands and want to share them with the world? If you are skilled in sales a career in beauty sales and distribution can be a good fit for you. Be an expert in the best hair, makeup, and salon products, and help salons grow their business in some of these professions:
• Beauty Marketer
• Customer Service Professional
• Distributer Store Sales
• Sales Distribution Consultant
• Beauty Education Manager
• Beauty Education Marketing Specialist
• Beauty Product Distribution Center Manager
Beauty Schools
Are you passionate about helping other people learn? Working at a beauty school can be a very rewarding career. There are many ways you can help the next generation of beauty professionals achieve their goals, these are some of the jobs you can do at a beauty school:
• Cosmetology Instructor*
• Esthetics Instructor*
• Nail Technology Instructor*
• Admissions & Enrollment
• Advanced Education Facilitator
• School Director
• School Operations Manager
• Career Services
• School Financial Aid Manager
• Marketing & Content Creation
* Individuals who wish to apply for an instructor position at a beauty school must possess a valid instructor's license for the state that the school is located in.
Beauty Product Corporations
Are you passionate about your beauty products and testing out new brands? As a beauty professional you may get the opportunity to partner with some companies in order to promote their products. Working for them, you can participate in product testing, marketing, and even have the chance to go to conventions and events. Some professions include:
• Product Research and Development
• Product Testing & Feedback
• Event & Tradeshow Representative
• Marketing Manager
• Sales Representative
• Content Creator
• Business Development Coordinator
• Creative Artist
We Can Help You Start Your Beauty Career
We strive to prepare our students for success and prosperity in the workplace. Whatever your passion may be, we will help put you on the right path and assist you along the way. We know that finding the ideal career can sometimes be difficult, that’s why were here to support you along your journey.
Even after you graduate, your network at Rosel School of Cosmetology will still be here. Whether you want to access our job board (Which is always available to alumni), or just want to stop in and chat, we will gladly welcome you. We believe that every student is capable of achieving their dreams, and we want to help you get there.
Career Services We Offer
At Rosel School, we offer many career services to students:
Job Board: Our job board is constantly updated with high quality positions from all over the Chicagoland area. We have industry connections with numerous salons and spas, and they are always looking to hire graduates from Rosel School.
Career Counseling: Students who are seeking career advice can receive free counseling from our school counselor. We will provide students with the resources to help them discover their passions, and guide them towards a fulfilling and successful career path.
Prosper U: Our Prosper U program is provided to all students free of charge, and it will supplement them with valuable skills they will need to succeed in the salon and spa industry. What you will learn in this program will apply to all professions in beauty, setting you up for a prosperous career after graduation.
