Wig, Hair and Make-up Designer - Secret Cinema: Grease(Freelance)

Wig, Hair and Make-up Designer - Secret Cinema: Grease(Freelance) Birmingham, England

TodayTix Group
Full Time Birmingham, England 28742 - 33679 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Overview

Secret Cinema has been thrilling audiences for 15 years, delivering deeply unforgettable experiences, fusing the world of cinema and site-specific immersive entertainment. Audiences get the chance to experience their favourite characters and stories in a whole new way, and with titles like Moulin Rouge!, Blade Runner and Dirty Dancing, attracting over half a million visitors in the past 5 years alone.

With Secret Cinema coming to Birmingham for the first time ever, we are looking for a dynamic and experienced Wig, Hair and Make-Up Designer, local to the area to deliver Secret Cinema's next Immersive Experience.

Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role on a large-scale show or touring production and will work closely with the other creative teams to design the hair and make-up for the show.

Key responsibilities

  • To work with and towards the Producer's & Creative Director’s overall vision to design the Wigs, Hair and Makeup for the show, and to maintain the artistic intentions of the production
  • Manage the department running budget, handling petty cash and order items as required
  • Line manage, train & support the department team members
  • Attendance, at appropriate meetings with other members of the artistic, production, and management teams to ensure awareness of the departmental requirements and any resulting changes
  • To track and be mindful of the Company’s allergies and sensitivities, and supply alternative solutions where necessary
  • Liaise with and work under the direction of the Company Manager throughout the performance period
  • To be responsible, alongside the CM, for supervising and scheduling staff within the department
  • To provide SGL with a detailed handover of all Hair and Makeup materials after the live run
  • To uphold the high production standards expected and carry out duties associated of the role for a first-class production and the artistic quality required by the relevant director and/or designer
  • Contributing to the smooth running of the department & production.
  • To comply with the Company House Rules, Risk Assessments and the COVID Management Plan during their engagement with The Company
  • Undertake any other duties as agreed with the Producer as is appropriate to the post.
  • To participate in the Secret Group Ltd debrief processes by submitting a written debrief and, if required by the producer, attending a debrief meeting

Key Skills & Experience

  • Self motivated, enthusiastic, proactive and able to supervise a team
  • Excellent communication, administration, time management and organisational skills.
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and problem-solving skills, whilst remaining calm under pressure, and meeting deadlines.
  • Flexible and self-motivated with the ability to work well with actors, musicians and other venue staff.
  • Knowledge of Google Drive and Microsoft Office
  • Stamina, persistence, enthusiasm, motivation, and a proactive manner
  • Understanding of health and safety legislation and procedure

Desirable

  • Knowledge of event and theatre safety guidelines
  • Experience of working on temporary work sites and/ or Immersive & site-specific theatre
£4,500 to £5,500 project fee (commensurate to experience)
Start Date: Early May
End Date: 20 August 2023

Secret Cinema welcomes applications from all sections of society. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis as protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional needs that require accommodation please do not hesitate to let us know.

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Applications
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Wig, Hair and Make-up Designer - Secret Cinema: Grease(Freelance)
TodayTix Group

https://www.todaytixgroup.com
New York, United States
Brian Fenty
$100 to $500 million (USD)
201 to 500 Employees
Company - Private
Ticket Sales
2013
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