Seasonal Hair & Makeup Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-16
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing
Summary
The purpose of this role is to assist the Wigs, Hair & Make up team in the smooth operation of the department. Ensuring good communication and high standards in the realisation of wigs and make-up designs for Opera North.
More Details Key Accountabilities- Application of wigs/facial hair and hair styling before a performance and during quick changes.
- Application of all aspects of makeup associated with theatre.
- Assisting with the preparation and daily maintenance of all show wigs [modern and period] as required and to maintain the departments high standards.
- Acquiring a familiarity with all show plots to allow for absence cover for others in the team and make accurate notes for others.
- Attending all rehearsals, show calls, maintenance calls, get ins, fit ups, get outs as scheduled.
- Always complying with the department/company/venue Health & safety requirements.
Experience/ skills required:
- Previous experience working as a Wigs, Hair & Make Up assistant in theatre and touring is essential.
- Previous experience of preparation and application of prosthetics.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Level 2 Barbering
Contract type: Fixed Term, Full Time (2 months)
Salary: £640 per week
Hours of work: An average of 44 hours per week, across the contracted period
Place of work: you will be based at Howard Opera Centre, Leeds (you'll be expected to travel to other venues as part of the role also).
Equity, diversity and inclusion: We promote equity, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and make recruitment decisions by matching our needs with the skills and experience of the candidate. As we work to address under representation in our workforce, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from the global majority or those with other protected characteristics.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK or be ready to obtain it.
General responsibilities of everyone who works for us:- Represent the company values and purpose to create extraordinary experiences everyday
- Work collaboratively and co-operatively with all team members and take an active part in team meetings and discussions
- Be an ambassador for Opera North and follow our policies and procedures
- Play your part in ensuring that everyone who comes through our door is welcomed and treated with respect
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