Why Studio Eighteen Is Hiring

Studio Eighteen (formerly Zynergy Salon) is in active growth mode. We acquired the salon in May 2026 and are expanding the team to support our existing client base and the rebrand momentum.

If you have been working at a salon where you feel undervalued, micro-managed, or where the owner is never behind a chair, Studio Eighteen is built differently. Owner Jordan Lilly is a working stylist herself, so this is a place run by someone who actually does the work. We are hands-on, building a salon we genuinely want to work in.

What We Offer Studio Eighteen Stylists

  • Competitive commission structure

    tailored to experience and book size

  • Profit-sharing

    for senior stylists with sustained book

  • Continuing education support

    we cover certifications that benefit the team

  • Marketing + booking infrastructure

    online booking, Instagram, and our Google Business Profile, all maintained at the salon level so you can focus on craft

  • Owner-operated culture

    decisions made by stylists, not corporate

  • Hair lounge feel

    we work hard but we don't run the salon like a factory

Who We're Hiring

  • Color stylists

    Highlights, balayage, root color, color correction. Experience with bond-builder protocols required.

  • Cutting specialists

    Women's, men's, kids. Precision technique. Modern shapes.

  • Extension specialists

    Certified in hand-tied, K-Tip, or Tape-In (or willing to certify).

  • Event/bridal stylists

    Long-hair coloring, intricate updos, bridal-day coordination.

  • Combination specialists

    Many of our best stylists do multiple service categories.

What We Look for in a Stylist

  • State cosmetology license in good standing
  • 2+ years professional experience (we'll consider new graduates with strong portfolios for assistant positions)
  • Portfolio of work: photos, social posts, or examples to talk through
  • Continuing education commitment: we invest in stylists who invest in themselves
  • Client-first mindset: we don't upsell, we don't rush, we don't run the chair like a clock
  • Reliability: show up, communicate, take care of your book

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Studio Eighteen pay stylists in Queen Creek?

Studio Eighteen offers a competitive commission structure with stylist autonomy. Specific compensation is discussed during interviews, and we tailor offers based on experience, book size, and which days you'd like to work. We also build in profit-sharing for senior stylists.

What's the work culture like at Studio Eighteen?

Studio Eighteen is led by a working stylist. Owner Jordan Lilly is behind the chair alongside the team, which means decisions are made by someone who does the work, not a distant corporate office. We value craft, continuing education, and treating clients (and each other) with respect.

Do you provide tools and education?

We invest in ongoing education: color theory, extension methods, and brand certifications. Tools (chairs, color stations, capes, basic products) are provided. Stylists often have their own preferred scissors and brushes; we don't dictate.

Do you book me clients or do I bring my own book?

Both. New stylists at Studio Eighteen inherit some of the previous Zynergy client base who's looking for a new stylist. Established stylists bring their own book and we support that with marketing, social, and our online booking system.

Why work in Queen Creek specifically?

Queen Creek is part of the East Valley salon market, which is one of the fastest-growing in Arizona. Studio Eighteen is positioned as a premium-leaning, multi-specialty salon, so your work doesn't get pigeonholed. Color stylists, cutting specialists, extensions specialists, and event-styling specialists all have a place here.

How do I apply?

Call (480) 539-1111 or stop by the salon at 78 North Cooper Road, Ste 103 during open hours. We'll set up an interview from there.

How to Apply

Send your portfolio + a brief intro about yourself to the Studio Eighteen team via:

  • Send a message through our online booking page
  • Stop by the salon at 78 North Cooper Road, Ste 103, Gilbert, AZ during open hours (Monday-Saturday)
  • Call (480) 539-1111 to set up an interview

Note: We are actively interviewing for stylists in Queen Creek and surrounding East Valley cities (Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, Tempe, Queen Creek).

Call (480) 539-1111