Head of Makeup (job share)

Cameron Mackintosh Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Part time

Job summary

A leading theatrical production company seeks a Head of Makeup for a job share position in the London production of Phantom of the Opera. The role entails coordinating the Makeup department, managing schedules, supervising makeup for productions, and maintaining stock levels. Candidates should have proven experience in a large-scale musical environment. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic setting with a diverse team while ensuring high standards of performance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the efficient management and maintenance of the Makeup department.
• Manage the Head of Make Up rota and ensure presence at all necessary calls.
• Schedule all Swings and Deps covering the Make Up plot.
• Supervise all makeup required for the production and attend promotional events.
• Maintain adequate stock levels of all makeup materials required for the show.

Job description

Head of Makeup (job share)

Application Deadline: 28 December 2025

Department: Phantom of the Opera (London)

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Phantom of the Opera (London)

Description

Job Description

Cameron Mackintosh Ltd and LW Entertainment are looking to recruit a Head of Makeup (job share) for the London production of Phantom of the Opera.

We are recruiting candidates with proven experience befitting of a large-scale musical of the highest calibre.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and have an equal opportunity approach across all personal characteristics.

The deadline for this role is 28th December 2025. We will review applications as we receive them.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the efficient management and maintenance of the Makeup department;
• Manage the Head of Make Up rota alongside the joint Head of Make Up and in conjunction with the Company Manager, ensuring one Head of Make Up is present at all necessary calls;
• Schedule all Swings and Deps covering the Make Up plot, including managing all necessary training;
• Schedule teaching and refreshes of the Make Up plot to the WHAM Assistants;
• Effectively communicate all relevant information to the joint Head of Make Up when handing over the position each week;
• Supervise all makeup required for the production, including outside broadcasts, photo calls and publicity events;
• Be prepared to teach or learn any show plots when necessary;
• Cover any wig show plots as required;
• Attend promotional events where requested by management;
• Maintaining adequate stock levels of all makeup materials required for the show;
• Providing accurate petty cash returns and supervising all expenditure and ordering;
• Ensure any requests from the Producers or Creative team are carried out;
• Attend meetings or training courses as requested by your manager or at the request of the Producer;
• Being aware of the Producer’s health and safety policies and ensuring that requirements in relation to health and safety are met within the department;
• Upholding and promoting at all times the Producer’s child protection policy and related procedures and guidelines;
• Complying with the Producer’s policies and procedures in force from time to time, including but not limited to the Producer’s policies on Equal Opportunities, Bullying and Harassment, Social Media, Data Protection.