Wig Crew II – SFX Hair Opportunities

About the role

Style, restyle, clean, and maintain wigs and related hair costume products based on approved style guides and parameters for all venues, special events, or seasonal events (also known as Marquee Events) throughout UO, including Epic and Wig Shops. Work on additional or developmental projects as directed by the Wig and Makeup Leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Style, maintain, and preserve wigs, hairpieces, and lace pieces using brushing, combing, straightening, and detangling techniques to ensure wigs retain their shape, texture, and appearance between styling sessions.
• Follow pre-set styling guidelines and restyle wigs using tools and techniques such as curling, roller setting, waving, steaming, straightening, braiding, cutting, thinning, texturizing, and updos.
• Apply, instruct, and assist performers with hair prep and wig applications, including lace hair pieces, facial hair (eyebrows, beards, mustaches), and hair for masks or prosthetic foam pieces.
• Provide guidance to performers on proper wig application, ensuring a secure fit, including assisting with application, adjusting fit, and securing with pins.
• Wash and sanitize wigs and hairpieces using techniques tailored to specific wig types, selecting appropriate cleansing products based on hair texture.
• Dry wigs using proper techniques based on wig construction.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and cleanliness of workstation and area.
• Work closely with the Management team to maintain appropriate looks and follow IP requirements.
• Monitor wig inventory for wear and tear and request replacements as needed.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience with wig styling, cleaning, and maintenance; theatrical wig experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certificate in hairstyling/cosmetology preferred.
• Knowledge and ability to complete skills of SFX Wig II, including assisting SFX Wig I, Ventilating, Lead & Designer in assigned projects.
• Experience with real, multiple textures, and synthetic hair.
• Experience in wig styling, cutting, blocking, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of machine-tied lace wigs, hand-tied wigs, wefted wigs, lace fronts, hard fronts, and silicone-punched partings.
• Experience in wig washing and drying techniques tailored to specific wig types.
• Knowledge of related products (wigs, cleaning, color products, tools).
• Independent, self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Consistent attendance is required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.