Hair and Makeup Assistant Lead

Tuacahn Center For The Arts•Ivins, UT

About The Position

The Hair and Makeup Assistant Crew Lead assists the Hair and Makeup Crew Lead as needed across all aspects of the department. The role supports show operations by maintaining run paperwork and overseeing crew members as they prepare, sanitize, and apply makeup and wigs for productions. The Assistant Crew Lead also helps train crew members in all elements of show running throughout the season. The position maintains backstage documentation and inventory, inspects wigs and facial hairpieces for needed repairs and design integrity, and supports a safe work environment in accordance with OSHA and Actor’s Equity Association rules and regulations. The role requires a flexible schedule, particularly during tech weeks, and may include other duties assigned by the Production Department. Production dates are April 5 through October 23, 2027. The pay rate is $22.25 per hour. Housing is available for $50 per week. IATSE representation applies, but IATSE membership is not required to apply. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and portfolio or website.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional work experience in a live theatrical environment as a wig/makeup crew member, or equivalent educational experience.
Experience preparing textured hair for actors and styling and maintaining textured hair for wigs.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with a variety of wig styles and maintenance techniques.
Ability to operate Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive for paperwork maintenance.
Working knowledge of hand and machine stitching techniques.
Ability to wash, block, roller set, and style wigs.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Ability to run short distances and use stairs while carrying a basket.
Ability to stand for the length of a show.
Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Ability to ventilate and repair wigs.

Responsibilities

Assist the Hair and Makeup Crew Lead in all aspects of the department as needed.
Help maintain backstage paperwork, including show run sheets, preset lists, check-in/check-out sheets, and other documents requested by the Shop Supervisor, in physical and digital formats.
Assist with ongoing inspections of wigs and facial hairpieces to identify repairs and maintain design integrity.
Maintain an inventory document of items needed for the run of shows.
Oversee crew members in preparing, sanitizing, and applying makeup and wigs for shows.
Assist the Crew Lead in training crew members in all elements of show running throughout the season.
Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls, especially during tech weeks.
Adhere to and promote OSHA requirements and maintain a safe work environment.
Adhere to and enforce Actor’s Equity Association rules and regulations, including COVID-19 additions.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities assigned to support the Production Department.