Jonathan Church Theatre Productions
- Contact name: Moé Saito
- Contact email: [email protected]
Job Summary
Start Date: As soon as possible. Emergency cover with potential to expand into contract. x6 Weeks London Over Christmas x3 Paris in April x3 Holiday Weeks 2 Day Venue moves
Job Description
- Working with the Head of WHAM and the Dep WHAM to prepare any wigs, hair, and makeup for rehearsals and performances
- Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of all wigs, hair, and makeup across the run of the production
- Assist the team with daily setup, wigs pre-sets, and provide clear communication within the wigs team.
- Working with the team to maintain and restock the relevant supplies across the tour.
- Assist in the WHAM load-in ahead of each first performance and the WHAM get-out following the final performance at each venue
- Be aware of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and make necessary adjustments.
- Conduct wigs fittings when required to do so.
- Report and feedback show and staff-related issues in a timely manner.
- Assist the team in creating accurate production paperwork and ensure the efficient flow of information as necessary for the smooth running of the show.
- Acquire familiarity with all plots/tracks within the wigs department as required
- Liaise between the Company Management, Stage Management, Technical departments, Creative Team, Production and General Management to ensure the smooth running of all rehearsals and performances.
- Teaching new members of staff, deps and wigs staff and work closely with the theatre staff to ensure the smooth running of the production.
- Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and understudy rehearsals as required.
Job Requirements
- Experience in a similar role within a large-scale musical production.
- Understanding of textured hair and wigs
- Interest in period hair
- Knowledge of setting
- Clear, confident communication
- Ability to remain focused and calm when under pressure.
- Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills with the cast, creative and production teams essential.
- Transparent and open approach, be able to work well under pressure
- A full awareness of the need for integrity and confidentiality.
- Knowledge and understanding of H&S legislation.
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