Fall 2024: Loose Screw Tattoo - Business Management Intern
An exciting BUSINESS MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP opportunity at a high-end, custom art tattoo studio and art gallery. Located in the heart of Richmondʼs eclectic Carytown, Loose Screw Tattoo is the brainchild of internationally recognized artist and VCU alumni, Jesse Smith. The studio is unique for being home to some of the best custom tattoo artists worldwide.
We are looking for passionate, and energetic students for a part-time Internship position assisting the daily operations at Loose Screw Tattoo. Open to all Majors, Business or Communications Majors preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS
◆ Minimum 180 total hours commitment: two days a week within gallery/shop hours
◆ Outgoing, trustworthy, discrete, mature, and responsible
◆ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
◆ Possess multi-tasking and project coordination skills
◆ Demonstrate attention to details while maintaining perspective and ability to prioritize
◆ Works well within a team or independently as needed; takes direction well
◆ Passion for art; actively involved in the art community
◆ Creative thinker and problem solver
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
◆ Assist in shop/gallery daily operations, and special events
◆ Assist in organization/shop cleanliness/inventory and filing answering and prescreening emails
◆ Liaison between clients and resident artists through
◆ Assist with research and development of any business needs
◆ Assist administrative staff in daily tasks and business management
◆ Handle packaging/shipping of valuable artwork
SKILLS
Any previous knowledge of Google Suite is preferred.
Our internship program is usually around 3 months, and our interns are usually in the shop between 4-16 hrs/ week, depending on their availability and any separate requirements they may have.
The roles and responsibilities of our interns revolve around tasks such as marketing and design, social media maintenance, client communication, inventory, business management, and cleaning.
The internship primarily focuses on assisting with various aspects of running the shop efficiently and effectively. While we offer valuable experience in the tattoo industry, it's important to note, for legal reasons, that our interns do not receive hands-on training in tattooing.
Loose Screw Tattoo is only one of Jesse's many businesses, so there's plenty of room for advancement in the right situation. However, please remember that future opportunities can't be guaranteed.
APPLY online at loosescrewtattoo.com and click on ʻJoin our Teamʼ, or email us at shopmanager@loosescrewtattoo.com, or stop by the shop at 3313A W. Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23221.