Mother & Daughter Duo
Shonda & Chasity King, Owners
Chasity and Shonda King are the dynamic women behind the Gifted Creations brand. Their vision was to open a salon that catered toward women who wanted to maintain their natural hair in a safe and beautiful way. Gifted Creations product line was born shortly after the opening of their business. The line is comprised of a shampoo, conditioner, curl enhancer and moisturizer meant to create the perfect routine to maintain strength and shine in every strand. Their products are available for purchase in store or online. Visit the "shop" page for more information.
Chasity King, Owner
Courageous, honest, awesome, strong, intelligent, tenacious, and 15 years experience is what you receive from Chasity King. Chasity attains the inconceivable and puts at your reach the unbelievable because of her love for the beauty and hair industry. She is a creative director destroying preconceived notions and challenging those around her to do and become greater.
Since, Chasity was 9 years old she has been at her mother’s side learning the skills to perform in excellence in the hair and beauty industry. Now, a graduate of Armstrong Atlantic State University with with a Bachelors in Liberal Studies, Minor in Business, a Concentration in Sociology and an Associates of Arts Degree, completing with honors. Unifying her experience, training, and education Chasity creates looks, styles, and special occasion themes to startle you, amaze you and allow you to see your inner and outer beauty. There is no idea or vision that you may have that Chasity will not endeavor to make it greater than even you imagined!
Chasity is co-owner of Gifted Creations Greater Transformation Salon and Spa along with her mother and mentor Shonda King. She is owner of Unforgettable Experiences offering the trifecta in beauty. She renders excellent service as a Make-up artist, Event planner, and Fashion consultant. She has planned several events such as baby showers, birthday celebrations, photo shoots , and glam sessions for bridal parties. Chasity is a celebrity stylist. Her experience and class is undeniable. Chasity is a game changer offering classic style in tune with today’s trends and industry standards. She is establishing herself as a force in beauty, fashion, and style. Chasity is a trendsetter shattering the norm and revealing the light of greater! She is writing HerStory!
Shonda King, Owner
Shonda King has more than two decades of experience as a Master Cosmetologist, Platform Artist, Educator, Program developer and the owner of Gifted Creations Hair Salon, With years of passion, skill set, and wisdom to impart greatness; She has committed to inspire those in the professional beauty industry. Along with the knowledge of salon development, professional development, healthy and professional hair design she has a personal commitment to continue advancing in her craft and inspire stylists across the country to be committed to offering superior and customized services that will meet the specific needs of all of their clients. For this sole purpose is one reason she was chosen as a voice to Black Sophisticates Hair Magazine articles, trends for 2013 and maintaining Natural Hair. As a leader in the professional arenas among peers and businesses, the recognition has inspired her to continue.
Mentoring and Motivating in her professional journey, she has served as a National and International Educator and Natural Hair Specialist, for Design Essentials and Natural Hair Transitions. She was ranked one of the top 10 of the company’s educators. With this honor she was privileged to be a CEU Instructor in numerous states, as well as developing advance technical material as a Design Essential Educator for 8 years. Transforming not only hair from relaxer to chemical free and enjoying their Natural Tresses, Trend-Setting Cuts and Custom Color, etc her my passion. Her vision and extreme passion for greatness in her career and in her personal life is also the reason that her work as a hair designer has been featured in numerous magazines such as Jet Magazine, Prestige Hair, Hype Hair, Black Hair Sophisticates, Universal Salon to name a few. In 2009, she received the honor of having her website, www.giftedcreationssalon.com mentioned on www.Essence.com in the article First Lady Michelle Obama-Hair Secrets Revealed. Grace and winning personality has also afforded her the opportunity to act as stylist to Dr. Dorothy Manker Tanksley, Pastor of Restoration Praise and Worship Ministries; Delisha Milton, of the LA Sparks; Kalia Sanders, of the Clemson Tigers; and Gospel Recording Artist, Angela Stanley. Due to hard work and determination and receiving many accolades and awards such as Sisters in the Spirit 2006, Toastmaster’s Table Topic Award- 2007, and Toastmaster’s Best Speaker Award – 2008 and Design Essentials 2009 Knowledge Share Leader Award. In addition to all accomplishments, to be a stylist at the 2009 BET’s Sunday’s Best Gospel Competition in Atlanta, Georgia. In 2010, she embarked on a new journey that allowed her to become Director Of Education for Essations Multicultural Products and reformed their education department. Now she has created her own product line Naturally Redeemed. This journey continues with a great impartation to her daughter Chasity King and so many others. And now those that will be chosen for this mentorship.
Join Our Team
Salon Professional
An excellent communicator offering impeccable guest service. In this role you will be working in a positive environment with professional staff who have expansive knowledge in the industry. In return, you will be awarde competitive wages plus a performance based benefits package.
Duties include all aspects of styling such as but not limited to, cutting edge styling, coloring, shampooing, product sales, preventative hair care and maintenance , and all encompassing natural hair care techniques and styles.
We are in search of:
- A fully qualified GA certified stylist
- A willing learner
- A goal oriented team player
Nail Technician
Provide Manicures and Pedicures: Nail Technicians provide individualized nail services and treatments to clients, including manicures and pedicures.
Maintain Sanitary Workstation: Nail Technicians are responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. They must uphold strict standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law and established policies and procedures.
Build Customer Relationships: Nail Technicians work to ensure their guests are satisfied, so that they will become repeat customers. They work to build a relationship with customers and guide them toward other services or products they offer.
Required Skills:
- Current state manicurist or cosmetology license
- Basic computer skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic math skills with ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Current knowledge of cosmetology trends/skills
- Previous salon experience a plus
- Customer service, hospitality or retail sales experience a must
- Previous salon experience is a plus! However, we are willing to accept a new licensed tech.