Wig Lead Assistant - Theatrical Hair & Makeup

Ultipro; Ashland (OR); Hybrid; USD 79,901,000 - 84,034,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland, OR is seeking an Assistant Wig Lead to join the Wig and Hair Department. This role supports the creation, styling, and maintenance of wigs, hairstyles, facial hair, and specialty makeup for OSF productions.

You’ll assist with show builds and fittings, run hair and makeup tracks, support technical rehearsals, and help maintain the artistic integrity of assigned productions throughout the season.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience as an Assistant Wig Lead, Wig and Hair Technician, or in theatrical wig making and run crew work.
• Knowledge of ventilation, wig cap construction, facial hair construction, natural hair styling, and working with a full range of hair textures.
• Knowledge of contemporary and period hairstyles and theatrical makeup, including stage, street, and special effects makeup.

Responsibilities

• Build, ventilate, and style wigs and facial hair; execute specialty makeup for assigned productions.
• Run and understudy hair, wig, and makeup tracks, including applying wigs and makeup, styling performers’ hair, and executing quick changes.
• Attend fittings, organize cast and fitting information, complete alterations, and assist with show documentation and run sheets.
• Maintain wigs and facial hair elements throughout the run and ensure designs stay true to the approved concept.
• Coordinate with Stage Management and production teams to address run crew, performer, and show-related needs.

Education

Cosmetology license

Job description

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland, OR is seeking an Assistant Wig Lead to join the Wig and Hair Department. This role supports the creation, styling, and maintenance of wigs, hairstyles, facial hair, and specialty makeup for OSF productions.

You’ll assist with show builds and fittings, run hair and makeup tracks, support technical rehearsals, and help maintain the artistic integrity of assigned productions throughout the season.