Wig Crew Opportunities – Universal Epic Universe

Job Summary

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 Universal Orlando (including Epic Universe). Work on additional or developmental projects as directed by Wig and Makeup Leadership team. Necessary skills include, cutting, cleaning, styling of wigs, knowledge of all materials and supplies used in the maintenance of theatrical wigs.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide the application, removal and care of all forms of wigs, hair pieces, facial hair pieces, hair costume products utilized in the Entertainment Department and throughout Universal Orlando, including cleaning, cutting, styling, fitting/measuring and maintenance of all types of hair, wigs, and hair pieces. Apply and remove lace hair pieces, along with cleaning and restyling. Apply facial hair pieces such as eyebrows, beards and mustaches as well as applying hair to masks and prosthetic foam pieces.
• Maintain equipment, supplies and cleanliness of workstation and area. Monitor wig inventory for wear and tear and ask for replacements as needed.
• Work closely with the Make-Up and Prosthetics Leadership team to maintain appropriate supply inventory and participate in research and purchasing of the procurement of wigs and wig cleaning/styling products as needed.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education

• Certificate in hair style / cosmetology preferred.
  
  

Experience

• 2 years experience with wig styling, cleaning maintenance.
• Theatrical wig experience preferred.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  

Additional Information

• Styles, cleans, maintains theatrical wigs and related supplies.
• Coordinates distribution to performers.
• Experience with real, multiple textures and synthetic hair (preferred).
• Experience in wig styling, cutting, blocking, maintenance.
• Knowledge of related products (wigs, cleaning, color products).
• Independent, self-starter.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
  
  

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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