Please Ask All Pro Card and Pro Discount Questions Here

[♥MiCHiE♥]

Don't work for MAC, but I'm guessing the info is in the computer. I've ordered via phone, given my name only and received the discount.

[calbear]

When they ask for your name - we usually pick the first name that matches you which may not be your Pro Dicount profile especially if you dont tell me you are a pro member. There may be two different profiles, as in one that you had before you got your pro card and and one after. They do not merge into one. Heck there might be six or seven profiles with your info (ie if your name is Michelle Thompson - there may be ones with different spellings of Michelle and Thompson). So we started asking for id to cut down on adding additional erroneous/misspelled names but we can't delete the other older incorrect ones.

So unless you tell me you are a pro member, i won't know and won't be looking for it - which is why we ask for you to give us the card first so I won't have to re- ring everything and put it under the correct name.

Hope that helps

[♥MiCHiE♥]

That makes sense. My name isn't common at all, so that explains my experiences.

[COBI]

I've always just had my pro card out when I go to the register, and also my id if I worked with an MA that doesn't know me by sight. I just assumed it makes it easier for them to look me up.

[abbyquack]

Ok so if I am a freelance makeup artist, self-employed obviously, how do I prove this to get a Pro Card? Because it's not like I have a paycheck from a company, just a business card, which anyone could have, and I know you need 2 forms of proof. So...what can I do?

[shootergirlnc]

If you have anything that states your name as the makeup artist, such as in a flyer for a play that you maybe did the makeup for, that can work. Call the pro 1800 number or check online to see what you can submit.

[stacylynne]

A driver's license, a resume, business card, comp card, a ref. from a company you worked at on the co. letterhead. any of these will do.

[lovelyweapon]

There is a ginormous thread on this topic here: http://specktra.net/f190/mac-faq-ppi...ro-card-25432/

You'll find a lot of people with a similar situation as you. It helped me out a lot!

[KIC686]

Hey guys I have been trying to download an application to get my pro card...but its not letting me. My internet explorer will give me an error message then shuts down. So i thought it was a problem with my computer,but i went over to a friends how and her computer did the same thing. Anyways...is there another place that i can download it from...or could anyone email it to me...LOL...i know i could go to a mac store and get one BUT the closest counter is 3 hours away from me....

[thelove4tequila]

Try calling the #1800 and maybe they can fax or email you a copy. Good luck!

[stacylynne]

You can goto a MAC store & they will give you a pro card application. That's how I got mine

[macmistress]

Hi all. I WAS student at UNI. Till I quit this January. Now I love my MAC Makeup..and I have heard of these mac pro memberships. I really wanna be a member but how? Do I seriously have to get a diploma first? That will take me all year

[redambition]

From the MAC Pro UK application form:

PROFESSIONAL IDENTIFICATION
Two pieces of professional criteria must be included with the application and membership fee.
Examples of professional identification:
Composite Card
Business Card with name and specific profession
Editorial Page with name credit
Union Card
Head Shot & CV
Professional License
Diploma/Certificate
Publication Masthead
Programme/Press Materials w/name
Contract on production company letterhead
Crew/Call list on prod. co. letterhead
Professional letter of reference of employment
Required identification must be current, indicate your name and specific profession.
All identification will be destroyed after processing and will not be returned to you.

Basically you need to have proof that you work in the industry.

[macmistress]

Quote:

Originally Posted by redambition

From the MAC Pro UK application form:

PROFESSIONAL IDENTIFICATION
Two pieces of professional criteria must be included with the application and membership fee.
Examples of professional identification:
Composite Card
Business Card with name and specific profession
Editorial Page with name credit
Union Card
Head Shot & CV
Professional License
Diploma/Certificate
Publication Masthead
Programme/Press Materials w/name
Contract on production company letterhead
Crew/Call list on prod. co. letterhead
Professional letter of reference of employment
Required identification must be current, indicate your name and specific profession.
All identification will be destroyed after processing and will not be returned to you.

Basically you need to have proof that you work in the industry.

I have read all of this, so that means I have to enrol in a uni and do a makeup course?

[redambition]

If you're not already working as a makeup artist, beauty therapist, model, photographer or similar... then getting any relevant qualifications would generally be part of the process before you can get involved in the profession.

It doesn't state that you have to have them, but do you meet any other professional ID requirements that you can use instead?

are you intending to become a makeup artist? if so, then yes, it's a good idea to do a course. if you just want this card for the discount and don't intend to ever use the qualification, then it's probably not worth the cost and effort of taking the course.

[couturesista]

Quote:

Originally Posted by redambition

If you're not already working as a makeup artist, beauty therapist, model, photographer or similar... then getting any relevant qualifications would generally be part of the process before you can get involved in the profession.

It doesn't state that you have to have them, but do you meet any other professional ID requirements that you can use instead?

are you intending to become a makeup artist? if so, then yes, it's a good idea to do a course. if you just want this card for the discount and don't intend to ever use the qualification, then it's probably not worth the cost and effort of taking the course.

What's a composite card, is it the same as a business card?

[prettybaby]

I dont know how it works there, but when I was a student I just made a copy of my monthly progress report to show that I was still in school for a beauty profession and sent that in along with my application. The MAC pro student discount is less than the pro card discount, but every little bit helps, right!

You should just go to your local pro store and ask them about it! HTH!

[macmistress]

Hmm..I do want to become a freelance makeup artist. Isit possible to doone from home?

[macmistress]

Anyone ever studied to become a freelance artist?

[redambition]

Quote:

Originally Posted by couturesista

What's a composite card, is it the same as a business card?

a composite card is more of a model or actor thing. It's a double sided "ad" printed on card with some photos and stats (like measurements, height, weight, hair colour, shoe size etc).

It's used by the model and her agency as a kind of calling card, and can be giving to a potential client to review. In a sense, it's like a business card for an actor or a model.

[redambition]

Quote:

Originally Posted by macmistress

Anyone ever studied to become a freelance artist?

first up - yes it is possible to run a freelance makeup artist job from your home... but you will have to be prepared to travel to jobs.

as for the study required - I am not too sure what's needed in the UK. A Google search for makeup course specifying the UK might be a good start. You want to ensure you go with a reputable academy/trainer.

[macmistress]

Thnx soo much redambition. You have been of great help!

[redambition]

not a problem hope you find a suitable course!

[macmistress]

Lol..Thnx again..(I have a habit of saying thnx..but with sincerity mind! )

[CantAffordMAC]

Okay...I know that there are a million topics on this, but I just have a quick question and Im hoping someone can answer this.

I am a licensed cosmetologist: I have my license and a certificate saying that i completed the cosmetology course. My main question is, are those two enough, or does MAC require a photo ID? I don't have my drivers license, so i dont have a photo ID. Thanks to whoever can answer this