Chicago Tattoo School
Tattoo Apprenticeships - Great Lakes Region
Ink Different Tattoo School, Chicago, IL
Artists of Chicago who are serious about becoming working, professional Tattoo Artists, Ink Different's Tattoo Apprenticeship Program has arrived in Wicker Park!
Tattoo Apprenticeship Program
Your Path to Career Success in the Tattoo Industry.
Ink Different's Tattoo Artist Certification Guarantees a Job Offer and Becoming a Licensed Tattoo Artist for each apprentice who completes the Full Tattoo Apprenticeship Program.
Our Full Tattoo Apprenticeship Tattoo Artist Certification Program is based on the traditional model with an increased focus on long-term success in the tattoo industry through the only tattoo industry training program that guarantees a job offer.
Guaranteed Job Offer
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3 Step Process
1. Interview with an Advisor
Apply by submitting your artwork. If your artwork is approved for enrollment, you will be invited to interview with an Admissions Advisor.
2. Start From Home - Finish In Our Studios
As a tattoo apprentice, you’ll start online in a live virtual classroom, where you will work one-on-one with your trainer. Once you pass your virtual classroom requirements, you’re ready to complete your apprenticeship in one of our studios. Apprenticeships generally take 1 year to complete.
3. Guaranteed Job Offer
Upon completion of your full apprenticeship program, we welcome you to tattoo at one of our exceptional tattoo studios. You will have all the skills necessary to provide quality custom tattoos with world-class customer service to your clients.
Guaranteed Tattoo License
How to Become a Tattoo Artist in Chicago
Our apprenticeship is only for people who are serious about changing careers, transforming their lives, and becoming exceptional Tattoo Artists. We are fortunate to have developed a small handful of Tattoo Artists who are willing and able to train future apprentices in a safe, structured environment, that works.
Once you are accepted into our Chicago Tattoo Apprenticeship Program, you’ll be trained to implement impeccable tattoos on clients, while gaining the skills, work experience, and professional development you need to launch your career as a Tattoo Artist. Apprenticeships generally take 1 year to complete.
Chicago Tattoo Apprenticeship Program
You’ll know you’ve arrived at the right place for your tattoo apprenticeship when you feel the atmosphere and the vibes of the team committed to creating the warmest and most welcoming tattoo studio you've ever seen. Our shops are filled with amazing art and our talented artists who will inspire you to become a Tattoo Artist yourself.
If you are serious about a career as a professional Tattoo Artist, we will consider mentoring you through your tattoo apprenticeship from start to finish. Our mission is to ensure equal opportunity in the tattoo industry, for artists who are dedicated to becoming great Tattoo Artists and even better humans. We're looking for artists from all walks of life who want to learn the art of tattooing and the craft of client relationships.
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CHICAGO APPRENTICE SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEW
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Ink Different - Chicago Tattoo School & Tattoo Apprenticeship Program
Our Chicago Tattoo Apprenticeship Program in the Windy City begins! Being the third largest city in the United States, there was no doubt we had to help the amazing artists in Chicago, and all the creative people who want beautiful tattoos. One of the most tattoo-friendly cities in the USA, Chicago is the perfect central location for tattoo clients across the Great Lakes Region.
Career Benefits Of Becoming A Tattoo Artist In Chicago
For some of us, nurturing our artistic side is just part of our path to well-being. Imagine being able to explore it, while having a schedule you get to manage and financial benefits surpassing your expectations…Yes! This can be you!
Are you a parent trying to figure out how to help your mini-me find a safe-space tattoo apprenticeship that works? As a parent it must be so stressful seeing your child struggle and investing long hours in pursuits that don't work. Try reading about parents who want to help their children become Tattoo Artists.
However, as an adult, who has already spent years and years in the corporate rat race, changing careers and becoming a Tattoo Artist in our Chicago Tattoo School is the first step towards a field that constantly grows, and provides its professionals with the best working conditions in any artistic industry.
Changing Careers and Becoming a Tattoo Artist from Our Chicago Location
We know that changing careers can be a stressful task. You will feel lost if you have no idea where to begin. Normally, our surroundings shape the way we view the world and ourselves! At times, for good; some other times for the worse…Yet, when you want to pursue a career such as tattooing: you MUST listen to your inner voice! You have to make a move! You owe it to yourself!
If you've always placed everything else before your own happiness, then today is a great day to start considering changing careers and becoming a Tattoo Artist! Yet, there's a lot you need to know before taking the first step: starting your tattoo education.
Financial Benefits of Becoming a Tattoo Artist in Chicago
Did you know that a Tattoo Artist in Chicago can make up to $76,000 a year as an average income? Think about the possibilities! In the beginning, you will probably make a little less…however it still sounds great in comparison to an average office job, right!
You see, one of the coolest things is that by gaining experience and exploring different tattoo styles, you get to set up your own rate per hour! So as long as you continue to improve yourself in style, experience, and customer service, you can continue to raise your rate! A talented versatile Tattoo Artist will always be a catch! Do not forget that being open to learning from an experienced Tattoo Artist, during your apprenticeship, and following up the rules of the business will guarantee your success.
The fact that you can work from anywhere around the world is another great reason to become a Tattoo Artist. Regardless if you stay in Chicago or not, as a Tattoo Artist you have the opportunity to practice your craft anywhere around the world where there are people to tattoo. In the past years, a lot of people have shed layers and layers of lies and taboos to embrace tattoo culture and allow the display of art on their skin. You too can be part of this movement!
One of the best things about Ink Different is that we have locations all across the country. This allows you to have a "home away from home" at tattoo studios from coast to coast.
How To Become A Tattoo Artist In Chicago
How to? Super easy! Join our tattoo apprenticeship. You see, our apprenticeship is only for people who are serious about changing careers, or transforming their lives and becoming exceptional Tattoo Artists. We are proud to say that we work with a small handful of Tattoo Artists who are excited to train future apprentices in a safe, structured environment, that works.
On average, tattoo apprenticeships can take 2 years. Our apprentice takes half the time because you are not scrubbing toilets and mopping floors while waiting and hoping for someone to teach you something.
Even 1 year may seem like a lot of time for a beginning Tattoo Artist, but it’s a decent investment to have a proper tattoo education. As a tattoo apprentice, you will be rewarded for your commitment.
Once in our Chicago Studio, you’ll be trained to implement impeccable tattoos on clients, while gaining the skills, work experience, and professional development you need to launch your career as a Tattoo Artist.
And the best news? When you’ve completed your apprenticeship at our tattoo school, you’ll have a guaranteed job offer to join our team as a professional Tattoo Artist!
Want to learn all about how to become a Tattoo Artist? Apply for the apprenticeship program at our Tattoo School! Find a tattoo apprenticeship near me
Why Become a Chicago Tattoo Artist
Completing a tattoo apprenticeship is one of the requirements for becoming a Tattoo Artist. It is the most important requirement for getting a job in a tattoo studio. You CAN NOT learn how to responsibly exchange tattoos for money with a client if you have only learned what you know from watching Youtube videos or taking an online course. That DOES NOT WORK.
The tattoo industry is growing and with it the demand for Tattoo Artists! The Chicago Tattoo School wants to support you in your dreams to pursue an artistic career as a Tattoo Artist. Nowadays, more and more people are deciding to change careers and become a Tattoo Artist, due to the high disengagement from their jobs, the terrible work conditions, and the awful schedules. There has been an increased focus on emotional self-care which is influencing a lot of life-changing decisions.
Becoming a Chicago Tattoo Artist helps you fill out a gap in a market requesting you to step out of your comfort zone, but also pushes you to take the first step towards a future filled with better working hours, amazing colleagues, interesting clients, and financial stability. All because you have decided to change your life for the better!
It's important to remember that no matter what lies you may have heard about the business; being a Tattoo Artist in the Chicago Area is one of the best choices you could make. Enhance your quality of life! Get back to those goals you had to give up when you decided to settle for a 9-5.
Chicago Tattoo Apprenticeship Program
If you are serious about a career as a professional Tattoo Artist, we will consider mentoring you through your tattoo apprenticeship from start to finish. Our mission is to ensure equal opportunity in the tattoo industry, for artists who are dedicated to becoming great Tattoo Artists and even better humans. And we're looking for artists from all walks of life who want to learn the art of tattooing and the craft of client relationships.
We are proud to offer our Tattoo Apprentices something they can only count on if they complete their apprenticeship at Ink Different: a Guaranteed Job Offer. What's better than pursuing your career change in a learning and safe environment while still making money?
Now Is The Time To Start Your Career As A Tattoo Artist
At Ink Different, we are committed to making tattoo education accessible for those who are looking to transform their lives radically. We believe in empowering you! We have the knowledge you need to become the best Tattoo Artist you can be! More importantly, we have built a healthy learning environment where all people can feel nurtured and supported.
You will see why our apprenticeship program is the most complete and engaging out there. You start virtually learning about the rules and regulations of the tattoo business and move on to your mentorship with an experienced Tattoo Artist live at our studio. Say yes to a new way of learning andworking! Your child self will thank you!
Why We Love Chicago
Whether you know it as The Windy City, The Second City, The White City, The City That Works, or The City of Big Shoulders, ever since its founding days, Chicago has proven to be on a continuous path toward growth. The name Chicago comes from an Algonquian word, shikaakwa, which later became Chécagou, meaning “wild leek,” and was first recorded in 1688.
Art and Architecture
The city’s impressive urban architecture brings many visitors yearly who come to appreciate and take a first-hand look at its unique and historic park system, the Pedway, and its vast art deco architecture.
Who would’ve thought a city that went through The Great Chicago Fire (which destroyed a third of the town back in 1871) would find a way to raise itself from the ashes and become one of the top examples of urban planning while leading the City Beautiful Movement, focused on Beaux Arts aesthetics for American cities planning?
One of Chicago’s most significant achievements is reversing the flow of the Chicago River from flowing towards Lake Michigan to the Mississippi River instead. Imagine being able to achieve this just in the early 1900s!
Downtown Chicago
Chicago is just full of wonders! There are over 7000 restaurants to choose from! We all know that deep-dish pizza is one of the staples you cannot miss in case you visit! Whether you get it from Giordano’s or Pequod’s, you will be sure to ignore any diet restrictions with it!
If you are ever trying to explore The Loop and you are in the mood for brunch, then don’t miss out on trying Wake n’ Bacon or Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe. Don’t leave town without having an actual Chi-town dog! And don’t you dare to ask for ketchup, or you’ll get a lot of stares from the Chicago locals! It is considered very insulting to try to mask the flavor of the meat with the sweetness of ketchup.
In case you are looking for a romantic choice, then look no further and try Superdawg’s Drive-In! You’ll feel like you are inside a vintage movie. If you are interested in more intensely wooing your SO, the Bistro Campagne has one of the most heart-stopping patios in the city! Also, at Lincoln Park, you can find North Pond; their menu changes with the seasons, so you’ll be sure to impress your loved one on every visit!
Whether you are here for a long time or a fun time, Chicago is sure to mesmerize you with the way it praises nature and its people with their use of its public spaces. Being the third biggest city in the country is no wonder it was part of Tattoo School’s expansion blueprint.
Tattoo School Chicago
We are more than pleased to open our doors to the artists and tattoo clients of The Windy City, providing a world-class quality tattoo apprenticeship program that will allow local Chi-Town residents to explore their love for art in an environment that also praises growth, innovation, and people.
If you live nearby and need an excuse to move to Chicago, we got you! Start your apprenticeship today!