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Head of Performance Wigs, Hair and Make upexpiredOpera Australia
Australia, Sydney |
Description:Job Description / DutiesSupervise and mentor the team of wig and make-up artists, acting as first point of contact for any feedback Attend production and staff meetings; implementing any directions and changes as needed In consultation with the Designer, understand and deliver the brief for the hair and make-up design Collaborate with Directors and Designers to develop looks that support the artistic vision Prepare, bump-in and bump-out all wigs and make-up elements associated with all OA productions Follow through on origination, update and modification of all relevant show plots and any other ad hoc changes Ensure the ongoing maintenance of the wigs including actively reporting on any changes or issues Artistic management including but not limited to, artistic hair cutting, supervision of make-up and dressing artists Qualifications / Required Skills Tertiary qualifications in hair, make-up, or a related discipline Demonstrate experience as Head of Wigs or equivalent for a minimum of 2 years Ability to collaborate and deliver for multiple stakeholders, including creative, technical, and performing teams Knowledge of the arts and entertainment sector highly valued A clear and confident communicator who has a keen eye for detail Additional Information Being Australia’s National opera company, we are committed to fostering a safe and collaborative environment for all. Our values are Curious, Creative, Collaborative, Brave, and Inclusive, and we are dedicated to supporting your journey at OA. Hybrid and flexible work environment Strong diversity and inclusion priority Generous Leave Policy including First Nation's Cultural & Ceremonial Leave, Cultural & Religious Holiday Leave, Education Leave, Women's Health Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave, and more 16 weeks' paid Parental Leave and continued payments of superannuation if using Unpaid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Program Discounted private health insurance Access to salary packaging through SmartSalary Discounted retail goods through our Swag Rewards platform and other affiliated businesses Complimentary tickets to select Opera Australia shows Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 Contact Information If this sounds like you then please send your resume to [email protected] including your CV and cover letter. Applications close on the 31 July 2024. For any enquiries about this role, please contact our People team at [email protected] Employer Profile Opera Australia is one of the world’s most celebrated opera companies with an ambition to bring an Australian stamp to sharing great stories through music and song, and with a commitment to develop and nurture new generations of Australian talent on and off the stage. Opera Australia currently presents up to 500 performances to more than 650,000 people annually including operas, musicals and concerts, predominantly in our two performance homes: the Sydney Opera House on Gadigal land and the Arts Centre Melbourne on Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung land. Opera Australia also stages exceptional and critically acclaimed performances in other venues in Australia’s major cities and regional communities across the country – from Warrnambool to Wyong and Burnie to Bendigo. Led by CEO Fiona Allan, Opera Australia is one of the biggest performing arts employers in Australia’s $14.7 billion arts and entertainment sector. Our company includes opera singers, conductors, orchestral musicians, coaches and repetiteurs with teams also working in the areas of scenic construction and painting, lighting, design, direction, wardrobe, wig-making, management and administration. Opera Australia is resident at the Sydney Opera House and our Orchestra performs in the Joan Sutherland Theatre with both Opera Australia and The Australian Ballet. Our Chorus is regarded as one of the world’s finest. For more information about OA please visit www.opera.org.au.
Application Deadline:
Sept. 03, 2024
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Administrative
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
Australia,
Sydney |
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