Royal Ballet and Opera
Wigs and Make Up Technician x2
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Wigs and Make Up Technician x2
Senior Wigs & Make-Up Technician
Fixed-Term Contract until 31st August 2027 Location: Covent Garden, London Hours: Full-time (42.5 hours per week) Salary: £42,571.31 per annum
About the Role
Prior to applying, please review our application guide.
The Royal Ballet and Opera continue to innovate in opera, ballet, music, and dance, both on stage and through digital platforms such as live streaming and cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has anchored London’s and Britain’s cultural life for three centuries, serving as the home to two world-class companies: The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera.
The Royal Opera House represents our workplace, but not our identity. Our organisation’s cultural impact extends far beyond our theatre—three-quarters of our audiences experience our arts beyond these walls. While Covent Garden remains ahaven for artistic excellence, our influence spreads across the UK and globally.
The Technical, Production and Costume Department ensures each performance—whether at rehearsals or live shows—reaches the highest technical standards. We are now seeking an experienced Wigs & Make-Up Technician for a fixed-term role until 31st August 2027. Responsibilities include wig making and styling, hairdressing, and making-up for Royal Ballet and Opera productions, encompassing theatre, media, and television.
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Core Responsibilities
You’ll be responsible for:
- Applying wigs and make-up for performers in theatre, film, and television.
- Performing hair cuts, styling, and textured hair techniques, including locks and braiding.
- Creating special effects and character makeup based on design briefs, considering hair types and industry trends.
- Providing exceptional levels of customer service during performances, adhering to professional theatre standards.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, including conducting risk assessments.
Requirements
The ideal candidate must demonstrate:
✅ Proven experience in swig-making, wig styling, and facial hair preparation, including instruction from creative designs. ✅ Proficiency in making wigs, full faces (e.g., prosthetics), and maintaining models. ✅ Specialised skills in textured hairstyles, such as locks and braiding. ✅ Ability to realise makeup looks accurately, adapting to various hair textures and products. ✅ Production experience in running professional theatre shows, including troubleshooting and providing top-tier service. ✅ Knowledge of Safety at Work Act 1974 and COSHH, with the ability to contribute to theatre-specific risk assessments.
Where We Stand
We are one of the UK’s leading arts organisations, dedicated to:
- Inspiring creativity and igniting emotional connections through performances.
- Celebrating equality, diversity, and inclusion in our workplaces—we strive to mirror the diversity within the UK.
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We actively encourage applications from persons from global majority backgrounds and disabled individuals, who are underrepresented within our organisation.
Working with Us
- Disability Confident Employer: We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions. You may qualify for an interview if you meet the essential criteria and disclose your status.
- Safeguarding Promise: Our organisation safeguards children, young people, and adults. Some roles require a DBS check before employment—see job details for specific requirements.
For internal candidates, refer to this guidance.
Support Available
- A list of reasonable adjustments is available here. For access requirements during recruitment, contact the HR Recruitment Team at: hr.recruitment@roh.org.uk.
Closing Date
11:59 PM (UTC) on 12th July 2026—late applications will not be considered.
Note: Applicants must have valid UK work authorisation. Direct applications from agencies are not encouraged.
For further details on working at the Royal Ballet and Opera, visit full job description and info pack’.
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