# The Artist Institute

Provider: [The Artist Institute](https://programs.cccareers.org/providers/the-artist-institute)

- Program type: Not listed
- Branches: All branches
- Format: In person
- Length: 151 - 180 days
- Locations: Killeen, TX
- Website: https://tai.edu
- Contact: Robert Zinko, s5876director@gmail.com
- Page: https://programs.cccareers.org/programs/the-artist-institute-kqpuzo

## Summary

The Tattoo Artist Instructor SkillBridge program at The Artist Institute provides a structured, hands-on training experience designed to prepare participants for instructional roles within the tattoo and body art industry. Over a 21-week period, participants develop advanced technical tattooing skills alongside instructional methods, curriculum delivery, and student supervision techniques. Training occurs in a real-world studio and classroom environment, emphasizing safety, sterilization, regulatory compliance, and professional standards. The program aligns with workforce demand for qualified instructors capable of training the next generation of tattoo artists while maintaining industry best practices.

## Job description

The Tattoo Artist Instructor is responsible for delivering classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in tattooing techniques, equipment use, design application, and sanitation procedures. Duties include demonstrating tattoo methods, supervising student practice on synthetic and live models, evaluating student performance, and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The role also involves lesson planning, maintaining instructional materials, mentoring developing artists, and supporting portfolio development. Instructors operate within a professional studio environment and are expected to model industry standards in client interaction, hygiene, and technical execution.

## Locations

- Killeen, TX, 76544 (near Ft Hood)

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