The Head of Wigs, Hair & Make-Up is responsible for the preparation and maintenance of all wigs, hair & make-up and the smooth running of the wigs, hair & make-up department, including supervision of all Wigs, Hair & Make-Up (WHAM) staff. It is the Head of WHAM's responsibility to ensure the Designer's original specification and look of the production is maintained. Qualifications / Essential Skills: Planning and maintenance of WHAM for shows and PR/marketing opportunities ensuring the Designer's original specification and look is maintained Please send your CV by email to [email protected] with the subject line ‘Interim Head of WHAM Application - *Your Name*’ Closing date is Monday 23rd March at 5pmJob Summary
Job Description
Job Requirements
Experience working on a large scale theatrical production
Extensive experience with styling and dressing wigs and hair for live performance/theatre.
Experience working with textured hair.
Experience of hair cutting,
The ability to run a busy department.
Experience managing a team effectively
The ability to adapt work in accordance with performance requirements.
The ability to work as part of a large team.
Good communication skills. Job Responsibilities
Manage, supervise, schedule the WHAM team
Set and supervise wig dressing plots
Work with other departments to ensure smooth show running
Ensure wigs are cleaned and dressed daily and in working order for each show
Perform Head of WHAM show plot
Coordinate equipment and consumables supply within budget as approved by management
Update WHAM bible including photos for cast changes
Oversee and advise on cast makeup and hair styling/cuts as required. Cut/style hair as required
Liaise with CM for daily cast changes and prepare WHAM accordingly
Deal with emergency repairs to wigs
Inform management if a wig needs maintenance external to WHAM team
With Wigs Supervisor and PM plan and budget cast changes
Ensure continued security, safety and good housekeeping procedures for the team
Comply with company Health and Safety and other policiesUseful Links
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