Permanent Contract

Grade E: £36,312 per annum

42.5 hours per week

Home to two of the world`s great artistic companies - The Royal Opera and The Royal Ballet, the Royal Opera House aims to enrich people`s lives through opera and ballet.

We are seeking an experienced Wig & Make Up Technician to join our busy team on a permanent basis. The work involves wig making and styling; hair cutting and styling; make up and special effects for all theatrical, media and television productions of the Royal Opera House.

The ideal candidate will be a team player who can demonstrate:

• A proven track record in performance related Wig and Make-up work for major companies.
• A background in wig and make-up preparation techniques including the ability to make wigs and facials.
• Experience in running performances and providing excellent levels of customer care for professional theatre, presenting Ballet or Opera an advantage.
• Creativity, efficiency and flair in interpreting the designer`s brief.
• Excellent communication skills in dealing with artists and people at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively either independently or in a team and collaborating closely with colleagues to achieve deadlines and targets.

The Royal Opera House is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from those who are currently underrepresented in our workforce; in particular those who are ethnically diverse and/or disabled. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.

A full job description is attached below. If you have any access requirements for your application, please contact the ROH Recruitment Team on [email protected]

Closing date for applications: 8am, Friday 22nd July 2022.

First round interviews expected early August 2022

Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.