Tattoos might make you MORE employable in certain sectors
New research from the University of St Andrews has found that some employers view the body art as a positive asset.
Jobseekers can make a mark at interviews if they have a visible tattoo, which can increase their chances of being hired for jobs such as a bartender, according to new research.
Some managers believe a tattoo can have a positive impact on their organisation, according to a study.
Dr Andrew Timming, of the University of St Andrews, said his research showed managers believed having workers such as bartenders with tattoos would attract younger customers
He said: "Visibly tattooed job applicants can present as attractive candidates in the labour market because they can help to positively convey an organisation's image or brand, particularly in firms that seek to target a younger, edgier demographic of customer.
"Tattoos, especially in pop culture industries such as fashion retail, are an effective marketing and branding tool.
"Body art can be seen as an asset in the labour market, as long as an applicant's tattoos are compatible with the organisation's wider brand personality.
"This argument is compatible with anecdotal evidence that there has been, in recent decades, what might be called a 'tattoo renaissance' in which body art has figured more positively in mainstream society and popular culture.
"Previous research has focused on the negative effects of tattoos on one's employment chances, but the idea that body art can improve job prospects has, until now, been largely neglected.''
Athough police forces do still ask for evidence of tattoos, Sergeant Dale from the force has visible tattoos when on duty.
She claims they can actually help with the way she does her job.
She said: "My tattoos have started up discussions topics with people, we've been able to engage with different parts of the community.
"It's never been a negative thing in my role or affected the way that I police or the way I am as a sergeant at Cleveland Police.
"We are human, we don't wear our uniforms all night, we go home, we have a family and we still have our own likes and dislikes.
"I think it's really important to break down those barriers and be able to create a better communication and engagement with the public."