FOUNDING ARTIST PROGRAM
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ai is changing the game! are you going to sit on the sideline, or are you embracing the future?
We’re choosing 25 professional tattoo artists to put Creative // Engine to the test under real-world pressure, tell us what works, call out what sucks, and help shape what comes next.
We are "Go big or go home" types, and we have some amazing and ambitious things in the pipeline that we need your help developing!
Here's a little peek at what we're working on...
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All your social media messages in one place. No more ghosting clients by accident
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Your own personal team of AI helpers who can help you with client communications, scheduling, marketing, and more
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CREATIVE // ENGINE 3D & Ink Mapping App, and more!
We review applications personally, and applying does not guarantee acceptance. We're looking for a good mix of styles, experience level, and talent.
BUILDING the Future of Tattooing - Together!
FULL PRO ACCESS
Use the complete platform during the founding test period, including early
features before general release.
EXCLUSIVE FOUNDING RATE
Accepted artists get special founding pricing; exact access, pricing, bonuses, and term details come in the written acceptance materials before commitment.
DIRECT LINE TO THE TEAM
A dedicated channel for questions, support, bugs, and feedback.
REAL VOICE IN THE ROADMAP
Help shape workflows, tools, organization, and artist-first guardrails.
GUIDED ONBOARDING & PRIORITY SUPPORT
Help with setup and pressure-testing real studio work.
FOUNDING-ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES
Priority consideration for spotlights, interviews, case studies, and future partnerships, always with permission and credit.
Note: Founding benefits are tied to active participation and the final program terms provided upon acceptance.
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BE BRUTALLY HONEST WITH YOUR CRITICISMS AND TELL US WHAT YOU NEED!
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TEST IT ON REAL WORK
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Use the platform on real tattoo projects and full client workflows, not just quick tests.
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PARTICIPATE IN CHECK-INS
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Join agreed check-ins so we can review progress, pain points, and ideas together.
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DIRECT LINE TO THE TEAM
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A dedicated channel for questions, support, bugs, and feedback.
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HOLD THE ARTIST-FIRST LINE
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Flag anything that feels off for originality, consent, or responsible AI use.
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COMPLETE ONBOARDING
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Finish the setup steps so we can see how real studios come into the system.
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REPORT BUGS CLEARLY
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When something breaks, include what you were doing, what you expected, and what actually happened.
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PROTECT UNRELEASED WORK
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Treat in-progress designs, client details, and unreleased features as confidential.
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STAY ACTIVE + COMMUNICATE
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Stay engaged during the beta, or let us know if you need to step back.
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Note: This is product testing and advisory participation, not employment or paid contractor work.
READY TO EARN YOUR SPOT?
This is where we get serious. Give us enough detail to understand your craft, your workflow, how you think about AI, and whether you will show up for the work. Applications are reviewed personally and acceptance is not guaranteed.
