Costume/Cosmetology Technician

The Walt Disney Company; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line is seeking a Costume/Cosmetology Technician to support costume, makeup and wig styling for shipboard shows and entertainment. You will care for wigs, assist with makeup applications, and help with quick changes during performances on board.

You will report to the Senior Technician Costume and work within a diverse, safety-conscious, shipboard team environment. A minimum of two years in a theatrical setting is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of industry related experience.
• Skills with styling, care and maintenance of theatrical wigs.
• Knowledge of stage makeup applications including air brushing and prosthetics.
• Experience in a theatrical environment including running dressing tracks and quick changes.
• Familiarity with hand sewing and machine stitching.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the care and maintenance of all Cosmetology associated with ship wide Entertainment offerings.
• Maintain, style and care for all theatrical wigs.
• Assist performers with stage makeup including airbrush and prosthetic applications.
• Inventory cosmetology supplies.
• Help with the care of all costumes including laundering, hand sewing and machine stitching.
• Run dressing tracks for shows, set costumes, and assist with quick changes.
• Ensure the integrity of all entertainment events ship wide.

Skills

theatrical wig care

stage makeup applications

dressing tracks & quick changes

hand sewing & machine stitching

Job description

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community.

As a Costume/Cosmetology Technician you will work with the Cast of our Broadway/West End Style Musical Theater Production Shows and ship wide Entertainment Offerings by providing costuming support, stage makeup assistance and styling, care and maintenance of performer wigs.

You will report to Senior Technician Costume

Responsibilities

• Oversee the care and maintenance of all Cosmetology associated with ship wide Entertainment offerings
• Maintain, style and care for all theatrical wigs
• Assist performers with stage makeup including airbrush and prosthetic applications
• Inventory cosmetology supplies
• Help with the care of all costumes including laundering, hand sewing and machine stitching
• Run dressing tracks for shows, set costumes, and assist with quick changes
• Ensure the integrity of all entertainment events ship wide

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum two years of industry related experience
• Skills with styling, care and maintenance of theatrical wigs
• Knowledge of stage makeup applications including air brushing and prosthetics
• Experience in a theatrical environment including running dressing tracks and quick changes
• Familiarity with hand sewing and machine stitching

Additional Information

This is a SHIPBOARD role

You must

• Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
• Be willing to follow and performance safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
• Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
• If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations

Your Responsibilities

• Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
• Complete a pre-employment medical
• Obtain a criminal background check
• Bring approved work shoes

** Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.

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Job ID: 1326598BR

Location: United States

Job Posting Company: "Disney Cruise Line"

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