Tattoo Apprentice

Blue Lotus Tattoo & The Piercing Lounge; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Lotus Tattoo and The Piercing Lounge in Madison offers a full-time Tattoo Apprentice position under the direct tutelage of a Master Tattoo Artist. A resume and portfolio with at least 30 pieces across media are required. Travel between all four studio locations in the Madison area is expected, and the role includes weekend work.

Applicants should be driven to learn, maintain a drug- and drama-free record, and possess a high school diploma. Personal transportation is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months working in back-of-house/counter staff to learn procedures and culture.
• Minimum 1 year apprenticeship under direct supervision.
• 3 year apprentice agreement with full-time schedule (5 days per week/38-40 hours).

Responsibilities

• Travel frequently between all four studio locations in the Madison area.
• Work weekends; schedule will vary and change frequently.
• Must be available for all changes.
• Coordinate learning and craft under supervision of mentoring staff.

Skills

Proven experience

Professional appearance

Strong communication

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Blue Lotus Tattoo and The Piercing Lounge is offering an opportunity for a qualified professional Tattoo APPRENTICE for a full‑time position within a dynamic environment under the direct tutelage of a Master Tattoo Artist. This is a remarkable occasion to join a knowledgeable, talented, and skilled staff that strives to achieve a diverse and innovative approach of excellence within their artistry. We surpass our competition by being in business since 1995 and offer a unique atmosphere that inspires one‑of‑a‑kind art for a large client base that appreciates distinction and imagination.

The selected candidate must have drive and motivation to further develop your knowledge base and application of your craft. We are a professional studio with the highest standards in the industry and only want drug and drama free inquiries.

Serious Inquiries Only! Equal Employment Opportunity. Military encouraged to apply.

A resume is required along with a portfolio containing a minimum of 30 pieces of art in a variety of mediums that you have worked in. Reliable and dependable transportation is a requirement. Selected candidate will travel frequently between all four studio locations in the Madison area.

Apprenticeship Commitment Requirements:

• Minimum 6 months working in capacity of Back of House/Support & Counter staff position to learn company operating procedures, policies and culture.
• Minimum 1 year apprenticeship under direct supervision of mentoring staff along with continued counter staff responsibilities.
• Minimum 3 year apprentice agreement upon completion of apprenticeship with full time schedule. (5 days per week/38-40 hours)
• Work weekends
• Schedule will vary and change frequently. Must be available for all changes.
• Full Time Availability
• Reliable Transportation

Professional Requirements:

• Proven working experience in similar roles
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Professional appearance
• Solid communication skills both written and oral
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise
• Ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure
• Must work independently with minimal supervision
• High School diploma