Insomniac - Beyond Wonderland Chicago Seasonal Entertainment Theatrical Wig & Hair Specialist

Job Summary

Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at costume or character hairstyles? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self‑starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the event operations space.

Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Our flagship event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. We operate across 13 countries on five continents and sponsor over 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals annually.

We are seeking an Entertainment Wig and Hair Specialist to join our Entertainment team. This position reports to the Entertainment Director and works closely with performers to apply and maintain theatrical wigs and headdresses during rehearsals and live shows.

• Prepare theatrical wigs and hair styled to an approved design for performers.
• Restyle, maintain, and make adjustments to wigs according to the daily schedule for all shows.
• Assist performers in the application of wigs and headdresses during rehearsals and show runs.
• Apply and pin theatrical headdresses and wigs securely for performance.
• Support team members with headdresses, wigs, and quick changes during set‑up and run‑of‑show.
• Carry out additional tasks and projects as assigned by the lead hair artist or director.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary working environment in accordance with health and safety policies.
• Repair, construct, clean, and prep wigs for the run of the show.
• Maintain documentation for maintenance and participate in rotation of duties as directed.
• Repack and store all headdresses and hair‑related items at the end of each show.

• Fast pace – able to move quickly and efficiently in high volume.
• Knowledgeable in application of theatrical headdresses and wigs of all sizes.
• Attention to detail – careful about quality of end product.
• Cooperativeness – pleasant and collaborative with others.
• Teamwork – works well in a team atmosphere.
• Time management – manages own time and others’ time.
• Initiative – takes on responsibilities and challenges.
• Stress tolerance – remains calm in high‑stress situations.
• Independence – requires little supervision.
• Dependability – reliable and responsible.
• Problem solving – identifies and evaluates options to implement solutions.

• Diploma in hairstyling or at least 3 years of relevant experience in theatrical wigs, hairdressing, and styling.
• Ability to wash, set, and recreate a style from a photo clearly and precisely.
• Hands‑on knowledge of appropriate styling tools and pinning techniques.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of live entertainment and Insomniac brands/shows.
• Experience in entertainment, film, theater, theme park or live events is a plus.
• Some travel may be required; use of personal vehicle may be requested.
• Must be able to work longer festival hours, which may total up to 12 hours onsite at times.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Ability to stand for long periods. Tolerate loud noise levels and busy environments. May work in contrasting temperature climates and frequently travel to events during holidays, evenings, and weekends.

Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and religious accommodations on a case‑by‑case basis. Applicants may contact Human Resources for assistance in the interactive process to determine effective reasonable accommodations.

$16.50 - $32.00 USD per hour (Hourly). The compensation is a good‑faith estimate for a Nevada applicant and may vary for positions located outside of Nevada.