Wigs & Make-up Technicians
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Position Overview & Specifications
Salary: £37,812 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 to appoint 4 experienced Wigs & Make Up Technicians to join our busy team on a fixed term 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 establishments.- A proven background in wig and make-up preparation techniques including the ability to make wigs and facials
- Proven ability to realise make-up looks from an existing design, awareness of hair types and the latest hair and wig styling techniques and products.
- 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 particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. 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 hr.recruitment@roh.org.uk
Closing date for applications: 8am, Thursday 9th March 2023
Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Culture & Entertainment
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Wigs & Make-up Technicians roles across The Royal Opera House's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Culture & Entertainment.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £37,812 - £37,812 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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