Columbia
Hours
| Monday | 10:00AM – 6:00PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00AM – 6:00PM |
| Wednesday | 08:00AM – 6:00PM |
| Thursday | 08:00AM – 5:00PM |
| Friday | 08:00AM – 6:00PM |
| Saturday | 09:00AM – 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 11:00AM – 6:00PM |
Columbia
Tiered Service Pricing Based on Experience & Demand
Our pricing structure is designed to reflect the expertise of our stylists and the demand for their time. This ensures you receive a highly personalized, exceptional experience tailored perfectly to your needs and budget.
Our updated service tiers are defined below:
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Associate:
Talented, licensed graduates who are honing their craft under the mentorship of our senior team. Perfect for those seeking high-quality, essential services at our most accessible price point. -
Levels 1 & 2:
Stylists with proven foundational skills, a rapidly growing clientele, and a dedication to mastering the latest trends and techniques. -
Levels 3 & 4:
Experienced professionals with advanced technical expertise and high demand for their time. These stylists have a strong track record of delivering highly customized results. -
Levels 5 & 6:
Seasoned artists recognized for their exceptional skills, deep industry experience, and loyal following. To maximize your comfort and efficiency, these stylists often collaborate with an Associate stylist during your visit for an elevated, seamless experience. -
Levels 7 & 8:
Our master-level elite. These top-tier industry veterans possess the highest level of expertise and demand. Choosing a Level 7 or 8 stylist gives you premium access to our most sought-after specialists for a truly luxury transformation.
Education
Education is where we lead.
Our associate program is designed to take you from new stylist to confident professional through a structured, hands-on approach:
- Weekly paid education ($15–$19/hour + tips)
- One day of in-class training each week
- Three days working hands-on with an educator
- One day, working with your own guests
After that, it doesn’t stop.
We offer ongoing education for all levels, from new talent to advanced stylists, with a focus on real growth, not just checking boxes. Your path is customizable, your pace is supported, and your success is expected.
Benefits
Salon Blonde is built to support both your career and your income.
- W-2 employment
- Hourly to commission structure
- High earning potential with multiple six-figure stylists
- Commission on color as a retail product
- Weekly education that is fully paid
- Aflac options
- Roth IRA contributions
- Vacation bonus for full-time stylists
- Product and service discounts
- Full back bar and supplies provided
- Cleaning and support staff
- Front desk and booking support
- Marketing and social media support
- Branding and professional photoshoots
The systems are in place so you can focus on what you actually want to do: great hair and a strong business.
Connection & Community
At Salon Blonde, connection is part of the culture.
We support causes that matter to our guests and us, including initiatives like charity: water, breast cancer awareness efforts, and hair donations through organizations like Children With Hair Loss. During the holidays, we participate in giving programs like angel tree adoptions, and we’re always showing up for opportunities to give back locally.
But it also shows up internally. This is a team that genuinely supports each other; professionally, creatively, and personally.
Networking & Growth
Through our partnerships and internal opportunities, your career can expand as far as you want it to.
Work with Aveda and Kérastase, grow your personal brand through professional photoshoots, and get support from a team that actually wants to see you level up.
If you want to grow, we will meet you there, and push you further.
Team Culture
This team shows up for each other.
We’re a group of driven, creative people who love what we do—and it shows. The culture here is supportive, inclusive, and built around growth, not ego.
Every year, our team collaborates on our mission and code of honor, shaping the kind of environment we want to work in together.
We also make time to enjoy it. From annual beach trips and team bonding to creative photoshoots and everyday moments in the salon, this is a place where you can build real relationships while building your career.
Work-Life Stability
Flexibility here isn’t chaotic; it’s intentional.
We create schedules with you, not for you, balancing what the salon needs with what works for your life. There’s structure in place, especially early on, but as you grow your book and your confidence, your flexibility grows with you.
This is a career, not a guessing game. We take your time seriously so you can build a life outside of work that actually feels sustainable.