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Job Description
Nail Artist Cure Nailhouse Detroit, MI Job Details Contract $700 - $1,500 a week 8 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Professional networking Teamwork Safety regulations Salon experience Relationship management Nail Technician License Full Job Description
OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS
Cure Nailhouse invites visionary nail artists to submit for our artist residency, a first-of-its-kind residency redefining nail artistry as an ephemeral fine art practice. This residency provides a dedicated space for nail artists to experiment, refine their craft, and engage with a dynamic creative community at the intersection of fine art, beauty, and fashion. Selected artists will push the boundaries of nail technology and treat nails paintings and sculpture while engaging in interdisciplinary dialogue, storytelling, and exhibition opportunities. Our residency offers both artistic freedom and professional growth, with access to specialized equipment, a stipend, and strategic amplification opportunities.
ABOUT CURE NAILHOUSE
Cure Nailhouse is an experimental artist residency and studio that redefines nail technology as an artistic medium through education, craftsmanship, and an inclusive art, fashion, and beauty community. Nailhouse, our creative studio aims to celebrate and uplift our nail artists in residence by providing material resources for ephemeral sculptures, interdisciplinary dialogue, and a hybrid exhibition space to elevate their practice. Craft, our educational platform, unites established artists from diverse mediums with emerging nail artists in an interdisciplinary exchange. Through education, mentorship, licensing pathways, and masterclasses, participants refine their techniques and elevate their practice into a fine art form. MISSION Cure's mission is to subvert institutional norms and promote inclusivity by uplifting artists, makers, and appreciators at the intersection of fine art and beauty.
RESIDENCY DETAILS
Location:
Cure Nailhouse, Detroit, MI Residency Duration:
Flexible durations, beginning July 2025
Deadline:
Rolling applications, with priority consideration given to early submissions
Compensation:
We offer a commission-based compensation structure with weekly payments, starting at 45%, based on experience.
WHO SHOULD SUBMIT?
We seek nail artists with a strong creative vision and a commitment to craftsmanship. Artists working in interdisciplinary practices, including 2D works, assemblage, and 3D sculptural works, are encouraged to submit. This residency is open to both emerging and established artists looking to develop their work in a highly curated, art-focused environment.
ELEGIBILITY
Must be 18+ years old Open to local and national artists Must have demonstrated experience as a nail artist A professional manicurist license administered by the State of Michigan is required
ARTIST EXPECTATIONS
Resident artists will engage in hands-on artistic production, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Artists are expected to partner with collectors to create ephemeral works on nail canvases, such as hand-painted artwork, 3D elements, and the application of embellishments, and treatments.
Key expectations include:
ART Create custom nail art designs, including hand-painted artwork, 3D elements, and the application of nail embellishments.
FOOT BATHS
Provide relaxing foot baths utilizing specialized techniques and products to create an elevated experience of adornment and embellishment.
NAIL EXTENSIONS
Apply, maintain, and remove nail extensions (acrylics, gels, and other types).
COLLABORATION
Collaborate with art collectors to understand their nail care needs and preferences, providing professional advice on nail health, art design and direction.
SANITATION
Ensure all tools, equipment, and work areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition according to health and safety regulations.
DEEP KNOWLEDGE
Stay informed about new nail products, techniques, and industry trends to provide the art collector with the best options.
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Build and maintain strong relationships with collectors to cultivate a pipeline of supporters.
RESIDENCY AMENITIES
Cure is building a community and sacred space for restoration where artists will be supported, nurtured, and positioned for opportunities outside of the traditional spectrum. The following amenities will always be available to our artists in residence:
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING
Accommodating work hours to suit your personal and professional needs.
COURTESY REFRESHMENTS
Complimentary snacks and refreshments during residency hours.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Access to ongoing training and workshops to enhance your skills and stay updated with industry trends.
MODERN FACILITIES
Practice your craft in a modern and well-equipped creative studio.
PRODUCT DISCOUNTS
Enjoy discounts on all products and offerings offered at Cure Nailhouse. EVENTS Regular activities and events to foster a positive and collaborative environment.
GROWTH AND AMPLIFICATION
Opportunities for exposure and growth beyond traditional nail artistry, supported by our innovative and creative environment which includes: Coordinated "content days" Access to our in-house photography studio for professional documentation Access to an interdisciplinary network of artists, designers, and collectors. Visibility through exhibitions, art installations, editorial placements, and curated brand collaborations. Strategic amplification in beauty and editorial placements, brand partnerships and art installations or exhibitions and curated brand collaborations. Annual stipend (up to $300 and based on completed body of work).Additional growth opportunities may be made available for artists who demonstrate their commitment and dedication to their craft and the mission and vision of Cure Nailhouse.
Pay:
$700.00 - $1,500.00 per week
Benefits:
Employee discount Flexible schedule Professional development assistance Referral program
