The Certified Tattoo Studios Tier Pricing System ensures fair and transparent compensation for your Art and Tattoos while being easier to understand for the Client. The Certified Tattoo Studios Tier Pricing System is designed to match Your Skill Level and Experience. We have multiple Tiers, each with a set BOTTOM RATE and TOP RATE, along with suggested HOURLY RATES. As you grow and develop your skills, there’s potential to move up the Tiers, increasing your earning potential based on an undeniably great portfolio and Consistency representing the quality of that Tier.

Tier placement is based on a combination of factors including but not limited to, your experience, portfolio quality, and style specialization. We review your work history and artistic achievements to assign you to a Tier that best reflects your current level. As you progress and enhance your skills, you can advance to higher Tiers. Portfolio reviews are required for a Tier Change Request.

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UNDENIABLY GREAT WORK SPEAKS FOR ITSELF,  SHARE YOUR BEST WORK.

As Top-Tier Professionals, our Guest Artists are expected to bring their own tools. At Certified Tattoo Studios, we focus on Excellence in Client Experience, not the minor costs of basic supplies. Come prepared to create your best work in a professional setting supplied with the things you would expect at a High-End Tattoo Studio.

Yes! Our Founder Nando Mondragon has spent his career traveling the world as a Tattooer and Guest Artist and understands deeply most of the needs for that part of Guest Spots, So we've created a unique Guest Artist hosting package made by a Tattooer for Tattooers. 

We offer comprehensive support for our Guest Artists' travel and lodging needs. We have partnerships with local Airbnb hosts, offering discounted rates for comfortable accommodations of all sizes and options you may have.

For those who prefer a more budget-friendly solo artist option, we also have arrangements with nearby facilities that provide a basic but comfortable space similar to a hostel with shared common space and shower area, With a private secure room to sleep and refresh after a day of Tattooing.

Our goal is to make your stay as convenient and comfortable as possible, so you can focus on your art.

Absolutely! We highly encourage our guest artists to consider applying for a Resident Artist position. It's a transition we've facilitated successfully many, many times!

As a Guest Artist, you get a firsthand experience of our studio's culture and work environment. If you find that our Core Values and Community resonate with you, we welcome your application to join our team on a more permanent basis.

This opportunity is not just about a job; it's an invitation to be part of a thriving artistic community focused on client experience and consistency.

Our core values are centered on artistic INTEGRITY, client satisfaction through true CONSISTENCY of our Gold Crown Experience and continuous learning as a team. We believe in fostering a culture centered around the love of our CRAFT where artists feel empowered to create their best work, while also ensuring our Client is educated by understanding all sides of the Client experience with some EMPATHY. Our environment is an inclusive COMMUNITY that also encourages continuous skill development, COLLABORATION, and respect for diverse artistic and self expressions.