Description:

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

The 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 (WH&M) 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 WH&M 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; to engage in networks outside the NT to promote the evolution of the profession and innovation within it.