At Artisan People, we hire thousands of temporary, contract and temp to perm candidates every year for retail assignments. We only select applicants with a passion for and knowledge of their sector, before commencing with our world-class training which ensures that they’re motivated and prepared to hit the ground running from day one!
The Artisan Talent School hosts an induction for every candidate, no matter their experience. It covers selling skills including language and techniques to use to meet and exceed targets, shop floor etiquette, providing helpful product recommendations and more. Our Talent School aims to build candidates’ confidence and ensure each and every one of them are customer service superstars!
In addition to the Artisan Talent School training, we provide sector-specific Brand Immersion training for Beauty, Fashion, Museums and Art Galleries. Whatever the role, with our extensive expertise in each sector, we provide candidates with the competencies, attitudes and skills required to start a successful career.
Beauty Talent Training
The bustling world of beauty covers everything from fragrance and skincare to makeup and luxury beauty. Our fabulous beauty candidates are trained on individual brands that they will be working with, for instance, Estée Lauder, Dior, Gucci, as well as specific sales techniques including promoting fragrances, and application of makeup products.
Brand Immersion training can last up to four hours and covers the brand’s USPs, product knowledge and even store training and how to go the extra mile to secure that sale. We also have a ‘Buddy Scheme’ where candidates can work alongside more experienced staff for extra coaching and mentorship.
Fashion Expert Training
The UK fashion industry is world renowned and requires staff that are up to speed with the latest in designer handbags, jewellery, shoes and clothing items. Our bespoke fashion training equips our candidates with the skills and knowledge they need to ensure customers are delighted with their service. And those who are assigned a ‘Buddy’ in the store get additional guidance, motivating them to exceed expectations and targets.
The Artisan People team has an inherent passion for fashion which ultimately comes across in our training. As a result, your customers are met with superstars on the shop floor and end up buying more than they expected to!
Arts Gallery Talent
The Arts sector requires knowledgeable individuals who understand the unique needs of the gallery. During our Brand Immersion training breakfasts, candidates get additional information about the art gallery they will be working at, including the background, values and institute rules. We’ve already ascertained that these candidates have the ideal personality and capabilities to work in your art gallery but the training is a great way to answer any questions and ensure everyone is on the same page. For example, the Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art and Barbican have long prided us on our ability to send excellent gallery staff who are a pleasure to deal with.
Depending on the role they will fulfil, new employees will receive training that is beneficial to them – whether they are a gallery assistant or a security officer. The skillset may differ but we understand the need for everyone to provide an outstanding and memorable visitor experience!
Museums Talent
Museums need reliable, helpful and dedicated staff who will fit right in with your culture. We train our candidates on your museum’s unique cultural identity so they will have a better understanding and be able to add value to visitors. Clients such as Southbank Centre have always been thrilled with the quality and cultural alignment of the exceptional staff we provide.
Our specialist Museum team is passionate about the UK heritage and tourism sector and we understand the unique challenges it poses, so we train staff with these in mind. Our Brand Immersion training offers the ideal time for candidates to ask questions and gather all the information they need to be brilliant at their job. From intercultural communication and cultural sensitivity to flexibility and openness, we ensure our candidates have the right skillset for your institute.