Body artist

Tattooists create permanent artwork on their clients’ bodies.

Salary Range: Variable

You can get into this job through:

• working towards this role

You could start as an assistant by finding a tattooist who is willing to take you on and train you.

It may be possible to work as a customer service assistant in a larger studio, answering enquiries and booking appointments. From there, you could become a trainee as opportunities come up.

You’ll need:

• an interest in tattooing
• artistic ability
• a portfolio of your artwork and design ideas to showcase your talents

More information

Career tips

Many tattooists have experience or qualifications in art and design.

Skills and knowledge

You’ll need:

• design skills and knowledge
• the ability to work well with your hands
• concentration skills
• excellent verbal communication skills
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• to be flexible and open to change
• the ability to use your initiative
• to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

Restrictions and requirements

You must register both yourself and your premises with your local council for a tattoo, piercing and electrolysis licence.

You’ll need to vaccinated against hepatitis B.

Day-to-day tasks

Your day-to-day duties might include:

• advising clients on suitable tattoos
• making sure the chosen design is exactly what the client wants
• checking that clients understand that the tattoo is permanent
• copying the chosen design onto the customer’s skin, either by drawing freehand or using a transfer
• following the design lines with an electrically-operated needle, which injects ink under the skin
• making sure all equipment is sterilised and clean, and following strict hygiene and health and safety procedures

Working environment

You could work in a creative studio.

You may need to wear protective clothing.

You could open your own tattoo studio.

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