Senior Tattoo Artist

You've developed a signature style, a waitlist measured in months, and clients who fly in from other states just to sit in your chair. You're the artist other artists study on Instagram. You pick your projects and charge accordingly.

Learn the skills

Courses and certifications to get you job-ready

What you'll actually do

• 01Create large-scale custom pieces that take multiple sessions
• 02Travel the convention circuit as a guest artist
• 03Mentor apprentices and junior artists in the shop
• 04Manage a waitlist and schedule that stretches months out
• 05Collaborate with clients on complex, multi-session designs
• 06Turn down the infinity symbols and tiny hearts because your book is full of custom work
• 07Build your brand through social media and convention appearances

Career Path

Where this role sits in the bigger picture — and where it can take you.