Hair & Makeup Crew Lead | Live Theatre, Housing

Tuacahn

Ivins (UT)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 36,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

Tuacahn is seeking a Hair and Makeup Assistant Crew Lead to support the Wig, Hair, & Makeup team. The role involves supervising the crew during makeup and wig prep for all shows, maintaining run paperwork, and training crew members across the season.

The position requires at least 2 years in a live theatre setting with wig/makeup work, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage tight deadlines during tech weeks. Housing is available for performers and crew.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years in a live theatrical environment as wig/makeup crew or equivalent experience.
  • Experience prepping textured hair and maintaining wigs for actors.
  • Familiar with a variety of wig styles and maintenance techniques.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive for paper­work maintenance.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain backstage paperwork including show run sheets, preset lists, check in/out sheets, and related documents.
  • Inspect wigs/facial hairpieces for repairs and integrity of design.
  • Maintain an inventory document for all run-of-show items.
  • Adapt to tech weeks with flexible scheduling and calls.
  • Adhere to OSHA safety requirements and keep a safe work environment.
  • Follow Actor's Equity Association rules, including Covid-19 protocols.
  • Support production by performing additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Live theatre experience
Wig/makeup crew
Textured hair prep
Wig styling & maintenance
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Stair/physical stamina
Microsoft Office
Google Drive
Safety compliance

Education

Relevant educational experience in wigs/makeup

Tools

Microsoft Office
Google Drive

Job description

Tuacahn is seeking a Hair and Makeup Assistant Crew Lead to support the Wig, Hair, & Makeup team. The role involves supervising the crew during makeup and wig prep for all shows, maintaining run paperwork, and training crew members across the season.

The position requires at least 2 years in a live theatre setting with wig/makeup work, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage tight deadlines during tech weeks. Housing is available for performers and crew.

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