Opera North
Job Summary
Job Description
Head of Costume and Wigs
Committed to producing high quality work that informs, excites and entertains, Opera North is looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to fill the role of Head of Costume and Wigs.
The successful candidate will have proven experience in large scale costume design, production, and management. You will have excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to prioritise under pressure.
Salary: £42,000 – £50,000 per annum
Hours: 35 per week
Deadline for applications: 28/02/2026
Interviews to be held in: Howard Opera Centre, Leeds, LS1 6AP
Job Requirements
Experience / skills required:
Proven experience in large scale costume
design, production, and management
Practical expertise in costume making,
tailoring, and construction
Effective manager of stakeholders
relationships with production teams
Ability to produce and monitor departmental
budgets
Training in H&S management
Functional/ leadership competencies:
Excellent communication skills for
collaboration across departments and external
stakeholders
Creative problem-solving under tight deadlines
Ability to work well within a team
Ability to deal proactively with company
requirements
Awareness of Health and Safety regulations
within the industry
IT literate, with emphasis on Word and Excel
Job Overview
- Job Title: Head of Costume and Wigs
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours:
Full time - Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Sat, 28 Feb 2026
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Location:
Yorkshire
Job: Head of Costume and Wigs
Job: Head of Costume and Wigs
Organisation: Opera North
Postcode: LS1 6PA
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