Associate Program
Start Your Journey at Vibrant Styles
Every artist has a beginning. At Vibrant Styles, we believe those first steps should feel inspiring, supportive, and full of possibility and not overwhelming. That’s why we created our Associate Stylist Program: a year-long, hands-on journey designed to help newly licensed cosmetologists grow into confident, independent artists.
What makes it different here? You won’t be fetching coffee or fading into the background. From day one, you’re part of the team learning side-by-side with senior stylists, assisting with color and styling, and getting real experience with guests in a safe, inclusive space.
The program is structured into four levels, with clear milestones and mentorship every step of the way. By month three, you’ll start taking your own guests on Opportunity Days, building your book while sharpening your skills. Along the way, you’ll dive into everything, from technical artistry to business know-how to unforgettable guest care.
Who we’re looking for:
- A newly licensed cosmetologist, eager to learn and grow.
- Someone who thrives in a collaborative, uplifting environment.
- A stylist who cares about inclusivity, creativity, and connection as much as craft.
What you’ll gain:
- Mentorship from seasoned stylists and educators.
- A structured path that builds both confidence and technical mastery.
- Real opportunities to develop your own clientele and shape your career.
At Vibrant Styles, you’re not just training for a job, you’re starting a career in a salon that feels like home.
Details
Our community is unapologetically expressive and endlessly kind. We’re a non-competitive, supportive team that values collaboration, mentorship, and individuality. Guests and artists alike benefit from sensory-friendly options, flexible work-life harmony, and an environment that’s both playful and professional.
Stylists at Vibrant Styles enjoy:
- Clear career paths with leadership or independent tracks
- Continuing education and level-based reimbursement opportunities
- Generous PTO (20–120 hours depending on level), wellness days, and birthdays off
- A collaborative culture where creativity and community thrive
Our space also features a boutique showcasing local artists, a private head spa room, and expanding services like lash extensions and waxing.
If you’re a newly licensed stylist who values education, inclusivity, and community (with a side of cat therapy), you’ll feel right at home at Vibrant Styles.
