Head of Wigs, Hair & Make Up

Responsible for all aspects of the planning, supervision and maintenance of all wigs, hair and 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
Set and supervise the wig and hair dressing, and make-up plots undertaken by the WHAM staff.
Work collaboratively with other departments, particularly the Wardrobe department, 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 perform the WHAM Manager plot 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/Resident Artistic 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 Designer and Production Manager plan and budget for cast changes.
Ensure that work materials and all wigs are kept in a tidy and secure manner.
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.