Job Description
About Craft Collective Craft Collective is Denver's premier high-end salon. We don't do "good" hair — we do extraordinary hair. If you're driven, talented, and ready to grow into one of the best stylists in the city, this apprenticeship is your path. This is a structured 1.5–2 year paid program designed to take your skills from strong to exceptional and launch you onto our floor as a full stylist. Those who succeed here consistently put in the effort, seek out education, and are committed to raising their craft every single day. What the Apprenticeship Looks Like Month 0–3 | Foundation Master shampoo, blowdry, styling, and client experience — the Craft Collective way. Month 3–6 | Hands-On Color Melting, toning, and styling. You'll begin taking model clients and building real confidence behind the chair. Month 6+ | Build Your Clientele & Earn Commission Full services including cuts, lived-in color, and gloss blowdrys — with commission on every client you attract. Services You'll Master Balayage & lived-in color Color correction Blondes, brunettes & redheads Precision cuts & bobs Keratin treatments Gloss blowdrys & root touch-ups Social media & content creation Client building & salon business fundamentals Who We're Looking For Character — Kind, positive, dependable, and zero interest in workplace drama. Culture fit is non-negotiable here. Technical Drive — You don't just want to get the job done. You want to do it better than anyone else in Denver. Hunger to Grow — You seek out education, attend every training opportunity, and you're never done learning. Requirements Colorado Cosmetology License (required before start date) Prior salon or assisting experience preferred Strong client communication skills Reliable, punctual, and proactive What to Expect Day-to-Day Arrive 20 minutes before your mentor to set up and tidy the station Anticipate client and stylist needs before being asked Maintain professionalism on the floor at all times Stay active — if there's no client work, ask management how to help Pay: $19.21 per hour Benefits Opportunities for advancement Paid training Store discount Application Question(s): Describe your level of in-salon experience. Why are you interested in working at Craft Collective as an Assistant Stylist? Ability to Commute: Denver, CO 80205 (Required) Work Location: In person