Responsible for setting up and maintaining the hair and make-up stations. Prepare all the equipment and assist make-up artists as required.

Role Responsibility

Work on a variety of programmes across a range of genres, observing how different departments function and building experience.
Communicate with colleagues and actors on day-to-day issues with make-up.
Assist with product stocktaking and the purchasing of supplies, ensuring that demand for products is met.
Own general make-up administration tasks and continuity record filing.
Set-up and maintain workstations, including loading and unloading make-up and hair kits between locations.
Apply make-up, affix small prosthetics and wigs/facial hair, and cut hair.

Are you the right candidate?

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment.
Ability to interpret and break-down a script.
Experience of both make-up and hairdressing, with a basic understanding of the various roles in design and production teams.
A good understanding of the principles, practices and craft skills applicable to make-up and hair.
Ability to deal with all colleagues with diplomacy and tact (including actors and supporting artists).
Ability to work as part of a team, clearly and concisely communicating information and effectively organising work.
Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and procedures.
Expected to have own basic kit.
Creative problem-solving skills, flexibility and keen eye for detail.
Vocational qualification at Level 2 in Media Make-Up.
Level 2-3 NVQ in Hairdressing (or equivalent).

Desirable

Good IT skills.
Experience of working in a theatre or wig makers.
Understanding of the freelance nature and structure of the industry.