ASSISTANT TO MISSI BLUE

I’m just going to be so real with you because I tried the typical *ad* before where I sound super professional and stuffy and I think it really missed the mark. I want to give you a real world view of what you’d be walking into, because the truth is, its not for everyone. A job at a tattoo shop sounds real fun and edgy, and I’m sure your friends and family will think its really cool, but it is a real job. We aren’t the sit around smoke cigarettes on the porch and drink beers in the back kind of shop. We take what we do very seriously, we are all very driven and ambitious and we are here working our asses off to build something different that does not exist in this area. So, yes, we have fun. We all absolutely love our jobs, but we are here to put in the work and make an impact in the world.
That being said, a quick intro:
I’m Missi Blue, you’d be working with me. I am a full time tattoo artist, the owner of Blue Bird Tattoo Studio, a rapidly growing tattoo shop, the founder of a non-profit for artists called Bound By Art Project, the host of a tattoo business podcast, and a tattoo artist educator. (please feel free to Google me, and look us up on Facebook, Instagram, and TIkTok)
If all of that sounds like a lot, it’s because it is, and I need help handling all of the behind the scenes of these things, so that I can focus on what I do best. Which is to create art for my amazing clients, support other artists in the shop and in the tattoo community, lead and coach our incredible and talented crew, and educate other artists through my podcast, webinars, and seminars.
Our mission at Blue Bird Tattoo is to create the best quality tattoos in the most comfortable and welcoming environment possible for our clients, and for our resident and frequent visiting artists. This is only made possible by our focus on community, the growth and education of our artists, and the passion we all have for our purpose. Our core values are Integrity, High Standards, Ambition, Customer Focused, and Positive Mindset.
If you’re still with me, and still interested, the rest will give you an idea of what I need help with as of right now- but as we grow and expand, the responsibilities are likely to change, expand, or require more experience and knowledge. The more you know, the more your position grows, the more you will be compensated. As I said above, though, education and growth is really important to me, so I am 1000% willing to invest in people and offer tools, programs, coaching, and resources that will help you attain the knowledge you would need in the future. So, as long as you are the type that has that ambition and can keep up this just means a bigger, more important role in the future.
This is a critical role, dedicated to ensuring a smooth running process for everyone involved at Blue Bird Tattoo and Bound By Art. This is a high-energy, highly strategic position, where tasks and routines will transition quickly. Having strong versatility, resilience, and quick thinking is a must. All operations and procedures rely on your efficiency, accuracy, and dependability. My assistant must have strong organizational skills. A great assistant will also be a natural caregiver and have the ability to anticipate needs, see opportunities where they can help, even if I don’t ask or realize I need it. Lastly, you have to be ok with taking charge, telling ME what to do, reminding me of my commitments, timelines, and tasks. You will have to have the patience and determination equivalent to that of a parent of a toddler. I am a very high visionary, and a dreamer, and tend to be running full steam ahead in 900 different directions, and need the balance of someone who has the confidence, calmness, and level headedness to slow me down, redirect me, and keep me in line with my goals. Paired with the ability to make me think it was my idea, because i’m also a stubborn punk at heart. Basically I need a patient, but firm adult. I’m picturing Mary Poppins, but with tattoos.
If this is you, you get it, and you understand, and if it’s not you, that’s ok too I’m happy to deflect the wrong people for the job.
Still with me? GREAT! Keep reading

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