I’m Eliott, I’ve worked at Punktured for 11 years now. I used to visit Punktured when I was studying at Sussex University, and loved it so much that when a receptionist role came up, I jumped at the chance.

Over the next few years, I trained to pierce, and in 2019 I was offered the opportunity to take over daily managerial duties of the shop, which I have enjoyed ever since.

My favourite thing about the job is getting to help customers feel comfortable about something they may be initially nervous of, and helping them bring their ideas to life. I’m also super lucky to work in such a great team that aren’t only colleagues, but also friends. My favourite piercing to perform is a septum.

Outside of work I’m a big music and film geek, especially horror movies. You’ll usually find me relaxing with a big milky tea and a slasher film on.

Hi, I’m Ara! I’m originally from London, which is where I was trained to pierce. I moved down to Brighton about a year and a half ago, and I adore it!

I’ve been piercing for about 5 years, and I’ve worked in a few different-style places, ranging from an independent tattoo and piercing studio to a luxury solid gold and gemstone studio.

Hi, my name is Jacob, and I started working at Punktured in 2022.

I have always had a strong interest in body modification since a young age and would always come to Punktured to be pierced during my teenage years.

My name is Emily, and I’ve been doing front-of-house at Punktured for over 13 years.

My main interest in Punktured is the jewellery side of the shop, from the metals to what’s popular at any particular time. The reason for this is I started jewellery making at the age of 17 and went on to study a degree in Jewellery and Silversmithing.

And when I’m not in Punktured, you’ll find me in my workshop.

Hi, my name is Grayson. I joined the Punktured team in 2022 and have enjoyed every day of the job since. From a young age, I was obsessed with self-expression and body modification. I remember even getting my very first professional piercing done at Punktured in 2014!

From that point forward, I made it my goal to join the industry, and I haven’t looked back since.

As for the big question we all get, my favourite piercing is a septum—my own has become a bit of a staple for me!

Hi, I’m Leanne! I’ve loved piercings for as long as I can remember; since the age of 13, I’ve built my collection to 35 piercings total (of course, still more to come).

I have worked at Punktured for 7 years, since 2018! I love working here because of the joy and confidence we bring people and to be able to assist in their self-expression, whatever it may be!