Cosmetologist - Part Time

Disneyland Resort; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Disneyland Resort is seeking a Cosmetologist to craft and maintain wigs for performers across the resort, ensuring wigs meet design standards for parades, shows and events. You will learn and apply makeup as needed and support entertainers with proper wig care under the corporate design guidelines.

The role demands attention to detail, high reliability, and the ability to work across various venues with shifting schedules, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Cosmetology license for California.
• Demonstrates positive demeanor and proactivity.
• Knowledge of wig fitting, applying, securing, and maintaining varied wigs.

Responsibilities

• Wash, set, and style assigned show wigs.
• Recreate specific wig styles from photos (may include period looks).
• Use appropriate styling tools for synthetic and human hair wigs.
• Assist with pinning and retouching wigs for parades, shows, and venues.

Skills

Wig styling

Customer interaction

Education

Cosmetology license (CA)

Job description

Do you love bringing characters to life through working with hair? Then apply to Our Cosmetologist position today! Our Cosmetology Cast Members provide wigs styled to an approved corporate design for all characters and performers at Disneyland Resort. They are responsible for maintaining all wigs for performers and Audio-Animatronics figures across the Disneyland Resort and teaching entertainers proper makeup applications. This role is primarily focused on delivering consistent, performance-ready wigs for parades, shows, and Entertainment venues.

Responsibilities :

• Wash, set, and style assigned show wigs
• Recreate specific styles from photos in a clear and defined manner, which may involve period looks
• Knowledgeable of the appropriate styling tools to use when working with synthetic and human hair wigs
• Assist with pinning on wigs and retouches for parades, shows, and various Entertainment venues

Basic Qualifications :

• You must be at least 18 years of age or older to be considered for this role
• Must have a valid Cosmetology license with the state of California
• Lead with a positive demeanor and approach challenges head-on
• Demonstrated knowledge of fitting, applying, securing, and maintaining wigs in a variety of sizes, textures, and styles
• Enthusiastic about interacting and working with internal Guests/Cast Members
• Takes initiative and readily assumes new responsibilities and challenges
• Remains calm, receptive to feedback, and effective in high-pressure situations
• Complete repetitious tasks while maintaining quality
• Self-directed and able to collaborate on a team
• Flexible and adaptable, especially working in a variety of areas, conditions, and changing shift times
• Committed and reliable for scheduled shifts Training Availability: Must be fully available for six (6) weeks of training For Part Time, must be fully available Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and all holidays year-round

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of professional experience styling, fitting, and maintaining theatrical wigs as a licensed Cosmetologist; advanced wig or theatrical hair education
• Hands-on experience cutting, setting, styling, restyling, repairing, and securing synthetic and human hair wigs
• Experience reproducing character-specific, theatrical, and period wig designs from approved visual references
• Full availability for any shift, seven (7) days per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Additional Information :

SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY

Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Must have flexible availability to work Sunday through Saturday, all shifts (i.e. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift) including holidays.

The pay rate for this role in California is $25.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits