Head of Wigs, Hair and Makeup

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.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for all aspects of the planning, supervision and maintenance of all wigs, hair & make-up in the show for performances, press/marketing photography and press/marketing performances ensuring the Designer’s original specification and look of the production is maintained.
• Manage, supervise and schedule members of the WHAM team
• To set and supervise the wig dressing plots undertaken by the WHAM staff.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure the smooth running of the show.
• To ensure all wigs are cleaned and dressed daily and in working order for each performance.
• To coordinate the supply of all equipment and consumables required to run the show within budget as approved by the Company/General Manager.
• To keep the WHAM bible up to date including photo references for each cast change.
• To oversee and advise on cast makeup as required.
• To oversee and advise on hair styling/cuts as required.
• To cut/style hair as required.
• To liaise with the Company Manager staff regarding daily cast changes and prepare the wigs, hair and make-up changes accordingly.
• Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and costume understudy rehearsals as required.
• Deal with emergency repairs to wigs.
• Recognise where maintenance work needs to be carried out on a wig outside of the theatre and to bring this to the attention of the Production/General Manager so this may be scheduled to ensure no show delays.
• In collaboration with the Wigs Supervisor and Production Manager plan and budget for cast changes.
• Ensure that security, safety and good housekeeping procedures for the department are properly carried out.
• Comply with the Manager’s Health and Safety and other policies at all times;
• Perform all other job-related duties as requested.