Tattoo Artist

ORGANIZATION:
North Ink Tattoo

DEADLINE:
As soon as possible

ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
At North Ink, we believe a great tattoo is more than just quality ink — it’s an experience. We are dedicated to making the journey exceptional, offering free consultations, estimates, sketches, and even anesthesia. We are looking for talented Tattoo Artists who will go the extra mile to make sure our Clients feel valued, comfortable, and cared for.

WEBSITE:
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JOB DESCRIPTION:
Company operating name: North Ink Tattoo about the employer: At North Ink, we believe a great tattoo is more than just quality ink — it’s an experience. We are dedicated to making the journey exceptional, offering free consultations, estimates, sketches, and even anesthesia. We are looking for talented Tattoo Artists who will go the extra mile to make sure our Clients feel valued, comfortable, and cared for.

Business address: 2685 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 3V9 title of the position: Tattoo Artist (NOC 63211) vacancies: 2 job duties:
• Creating high-quality, custom tattoo designs
• Consulting with and advising Clients with respect to size, colour, design, placement of body art and aftercare instructions
• Following the Client’s requests and artistic vision
• Designing and executing custom tattoo work with precision and high-quality standards
• Using a tattoo machine to permanently pigment the Client’s skin as per the approved design
• Repairing and masking aesthetic defects, including cover-up tattoos and modifications
• Maintaining health and safety procedures
• Ensuring a safe and hygienic working environment by following strict sterilization and sanitation protocols
• Operating, sterilizing, and maintaining tattooing equipment and work areas in accordance with industry standards and regulations
• Managing appointment scheduling and client records, including consent forms and design approvals
• Welcoming walk-in Clients and providing exceptional customer service
• Collaborating with other artists and staff to maintain a professional, friendly, and creative image of our studio
• Staying updated with the latest tattooing trends, techniques, and safety regulations
• Assisting in promotional events, social media engagement, and marketing efforts to enhance studio visibility

Terms of employment: permanent full-time; 30-35 hours per week

Employment conditions: day, evening, weekend:

·       Regular shifts are between 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

·       Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends, is required

·       The studio is open 6 days a week, excluding Mondays

Language of work: English

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Creating high-quality, custom tattoo designs
• Consulting with and advising Clients with respect to size, colour, design, placement of body art and aftercare instructions
• Following the Client’s requests and artistic vision
• Designing and executing custom tattoo work with precision and high-quality standards
• Using a tattoo machine to permanently pigment the Client’s skin as per the approved design
• Repairing and masking aesthetic defects, including cover-up tattoos and modifications
• Maintaining health and safety procedures
• Ensuring a safe and hygienic working environment by following strict sterilization and sanitation protocols
• Operating, sterilizing, and maintaining tattooing equipment and work areas in accordance with industry standards and regulations
• Managing appointment scheduling and client records, including consent forms and design approvals
• Welcoming walk-in Clients and providing exceptional customer service
• Collaborating with other artists and staff to maintain a professional, friendly, and creative image of our studio
• Staying updated with the latest tattooing trends, techniques, and safety regulations
• Assisting in promotional events, social media engagement, and marketing efforts to enhance studio visibility

QUALIFICATIONS:
• No formal education required
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Tattoo Artist
• Work setting: tattoo studio
• Creative artistic talent and technical skill in operating a tattoo machine
• High-level custom work proved by portfolio of work
• Quality of work consistent with studio’s standards

HOW TO APPLY:
E-mail northink.apply@gmail.com – include your resume and tattoo portfolio of work

REMUNERATION:
$37 / hour