Wigs, Hair and Make-up Assistant
2 weeks ago
Wigs Hair and Make-up Assistant
Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking applications for a full-time, experienced Wigs Hair and Make-up Assistant to work on the London production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW.
Written by Kate Trefry, an original story by the Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne and Kate Trefry, directed by Stephen Daldry, co-directed by Justin Martin for the Phoenix Theatre and produced by Netflix and Sonia Friedman Productions.
Skills required include excellent: wig setting and dressing, makeup application and knowledge, styling of Afro-textured hair, gents hair styling, character and fashion make-up and some prosthetics.
Experience in a similar role on a large-scale production is required.
We are committed to a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Start Date: 17th December
Please Note: All applicants must be able to commit to the full contract and must have the right to work in the UK.
Job Location: West End London
Contract Type: A year's fixed term contract from the then the contract will be rolling.
Salary: Weekly rate as per SOLT/BECTU Agreement.
Weekly Hours: 6 day working weeks (Tuesday to Sunday); 8 shows per week plus maintenance and understudy calls.
Application Deadline: Monday 25th November 9am
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