4x Fixed Term Contracts till August 2023
Salary: £37,812 per annum
42.5 hours per week
Home to two of the world`s great artistic companies - The Royal Opera and The Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera House aims to enrich people`s lives through opera and ballet.
We are seeking to appoint 4 experienced Wigs & Make Up Technicians to join our busy team on a fixed term basis. The work involves wig making and styling; hair cutting and styling; make up and special effects for all theatrical, media and television productions of the Royal Opera House.
The ideal candidate will be a team player who can demonstrate:
A proven track record in performance related Wig and Make-up work for major establishments.-
A proven background in wig and make-up preparation techniques including the ability to make wigs and facials
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Proven ability to realise make-up looks from an existing design, awareness of hair types and the latest hair and wig styling techniques and products.
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Creativity, efficiency and flair in interpreting the designer`s brief.
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Excellent communication skills in dealing with artists and people at all levels.
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Ability to work effectively either independently or in a team and collaborating closely with colleagues to achieve deadlines and targets.
The Royal Opera House is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.
A full job description is attached below. If you have any access requirements for your application, please contact the ROH Recruitment Team on [email protected]
Closing date for applications: 8am, Thursday 9th March 2023
Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.