Head of Wigs, Hair and Makeup

OverviewWe are looking for a Head of Wigs, Hair and Makeup to join the National Theatre Wigs, Hair and Makeup Team.

Job DescriptionThe purpose of this role is to bring vision and dynamism to the leadership of a pivotal department in the realisation and running of Wigs, Hair and Makeup (WHandM) requirements for all productions at the National Theatre; to creatively support incoming designers and actors bringing cultural sensitivity and significant depth of technical knowledge in support of the supervisors on each production; to position WHandM in the production process through confident communication with directors, designers, producers, production managers and other HODs; to innovate in recruitment and career pathways to create a diverse and constantly developing department; to be responsible for planning, administration and financial management of the department.

Responsibilities

Lead the WHandM department across all productions, directing, monitoring and overseeing staff and resources on multiple projects.

Collaborate with directors, designers, producers, production managers and other HODs to integrate WHandM into the production process.

Innovate recruitment and career pathways to create a diverse and developing department.

Plan, administer and manage the department’s finances and budgets.

Qualifications

Demonstrable and extensive management experience within a large-scale producing theatre, with the technical knowledge to direct, monitor, and oversee professional Wigs, Hair, and Make-up staff across multiple projects simultaneously.

Proven experience managing creative teams in a fast-paced, multi-production environment.

Substantial experience and technical proficiency in wig-making and hairdressing, with extensive knowledge and excellent level of technical ability in make-up, prosthetics and related techniques.

Knowledge of creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive working environment.

An understanding of forward financial planning and ability to set, manage and control departmental and show budgets using a computerised system.

How to applyFor more information and to apply, please follow: https://jobs.nationaltheatre.org.uk/job/head-of-wigs-hair-and-make-up

The closing date for receipt of a completed application is

Wednesday 10th September 2025 at 12 noon ..... full job details .....