Tattoo Artist

Austincc; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tattoo Factory in Charlotte, NC is expanding with a new location opening October 1, 2026. We are hiring Tattoo Artists to deliver high-quality custom and flash tattoos, while maintaining top-tier safety and sanitation standards.

You will work with walk-ins in a fast-paced environment, consulting with clients on placement and pricing. The role offers commission-based earnings, no required existing clientele, and equal rotation for walk-in traffic with opportunities to book private

Qualifications

• Proven tattooing experience with a strong portfolio.
• Current knowledge of sanitation and best practices.
• Professional communication and a calm, respectful client approach.

Responsibilities

• Create clean, consistent tattoo work across a range of styles (custom, flash, cover-ups).
• Consult with clients to confirm placement, sizing, pricing expectations, and aftercare.
• Work efficiently with walk-ins while keeping quality high.
• Keep station set up, organized, and compliant with health and safety requirements.
• Follow sterilization and single-use needle procedures.
• Photograph finished work for portfolio and shop marketing.
• Support a positive shop culture: professional, non-intimidating, team-oriented.

Skills

Tattooing

Portfolio

Communication

Time management

Job description

The Tattoo Factory is a professional, licensed tattoo and piercing shop with three established North Carolina locations and a new Charlotte shop opening October 1, 2026. We’re known for a clean, sterile environment, straightforward pricing, walk-in friendly service, and a welcoming vibe for first-timers and experienced clients.

Position Summary:

We’re hiring Tattoo Artists for our new Charlotte, NC location (late-night/afterhours focused). You’ll deliver high-quality custom and flash tattoos, communicate clearly with clients, and maintain top-tier safety and sanitation standards.

What You’ll Do:

• Create clean, consistent tattoo work across a range of styles (custom, flash, cover-ups)
• Consult with clients to confirm placement, sizing, pricing expectations, and aftercare
• Work efficiently with walk-ins while keeping quality high
• Keep your station set up, organized, and compliant with all health and safety requirements
• Follow strict sterilization and single‑use needle procedures
• Photograph finished work (with client permission) for portfolio and shop marketing
• Support a positive shop culture: professional, non‑intimidating, and team‑oriented

No existing clientele required. You do not need to bring clients with you to be successful here. Artists are placed in equal rotation for walk‑in clients, so everyone gets a fair shot at daily traffic while still being able to book their own appointments if they want.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven tattooing experience with a strong portfolio (IG/website links accepted)
• Current knowledge of sanitation, cross‑contamination prevention, and best practices
• Professional communication and a calm, respectful client approach
• Reliability and strong time management (late‑night schedule readiness is a must)
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, walk‑in heavy environment
• Comfortable tattooing a variety of designs, including flash and small/tiny tattoos

Requirements:

• Must have a valid ID/soc sec card
• Must follow shop policies in artist agreement
• Must sign non‑compete agreement

Schedule & Location:

Location:

The Tattoo Factory — Charlotte, NC (Albemarle Rd area)

Hours: Late‑night/afterhours focused; shop hours planned 12PM–4AM daily Walk‑ins accepted up to 30 minutes before close.

3 shift options are available:

• 2nd Shift: Wed‑Sun 8PM-4AM

Compensation:

Commission‑based split (percentage) with tattoo artists. Details are discussed during the interview based on experience and fit. High walk‑in volume + strong shop marketing support