Protégé
The Atelier Protégé is an essential facet of Atelier. Through the new talent of our industry, we grow and develop our new ideas, and at Atelier, we believe that it is up to us to nurture and coach that talent to success. The word, Prote'ge', means, "one under the care and protection of another." We take that to heart, by caring for the development of the education of our new generation, and protecting the culture that keeps us strong and deeply passionate about our craft.
Atelier's commitment to improving the beauty industry, one hair artist at a time, is best demonstrated through the Atelier® Prote'ge' program. This comprehensive, 12-18 month program develops incredible technical skills, strong customer service vision, and excellent product recommendation abilities. Some of our Prote'ge's include stylists who have started in their career, but wish to take their skill to a whole new level. This program is unique in its comprehensive, organized curriculum created by Atelier Master Artist and founder, Karie Bennett, who draws on almost 30 years of experience and education. Atelier Protégés are fully licensed cosmetologists who start out assisting the Atelier artists during the week. Prote'ge's receive one focused training a week, offering a combination of organized hands-on and theory time with a combination of certified Atelier trainers, the salon owner, and Aveda certification classes. Appointments are taken for live models and include a thorough consultation, a finished style and complimentary makeup touchup.
To graduate from the program, Protégés are guided through each technical module by demonstrating their technical skills with class clients through final exams. As they master each module, the Protégé begins taking Atelier guest appointments to cut and/or color as a Prote'ge' Artist at Atelier. At the end of the program, the Prote'ge' graduates the program and is promoted to Atelier Intern Artist. From there, the lifelong education begins, and a new Atelier star is born!
As a model, we ask that you keep an open mind and remember that this is a learning situation. It's a great opportunity to watch the architecture of a haircut, the creation of a custom blended color formula, and to find out how face shapes and haircuts come together to balance perfectly. Your participation is essential for these passionate artists to hone their craft. Your appointment may last from 2-4 hours depending on the class module and are the Protégé's opportunity for hands-on training.
It is very important you keep your appointment or cancel with at least 48-hour notice so there is time to find another model.
Prote'ge' classes provide quality services during class time at a fantastic value.
Classes are held on Mondays from 10 am to 2 pm.
Haircolor module starts July 2010 and runs till November, 2010. Calendar coming soon!
Class of 2010
- Brittany
- Victoria
- Jess Anne
- Lily
- Alejandra
- Cindy
- LeeAnne
Here's what our Prote'ge' graduates had this to say about their program:
"Through the Atelier Prote'ge' program I gained great confidence in myself and in my work--with such amazing coaching from passionate artists, how could you possibly not? This program is one-of-a-kind--everyone wants you to succeed and do their best to make that a reality. It's not an easy path, but it's well worth every step!"
--Anastasiya
"I developed such great confidence through the Atelier Prote'ge' program. I feel very well-prepared to do an excellent job on salon guests!"
--Natalia
"The level of education I received was top-notch. I really felt supported by this program."
--Kristen
"My confidence level went to a whole new level after this development program. I worked for 3 years before coming to Atelier and getting the foundation I was missing. I love my career again!"
--Amber
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