WIG AND MAKEUP SUPERVISOR

GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE SEEKS WIG AND MAKEUP SUPERVISOR

Gulfshore Playhouse, a mission-driven, professional theatre company located in Naples, Florida, is seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented and organized individual to serve as Wig and Makeup Supervisor.

Gulfshore Playhouse offers a diverse season of straight plays and musicals ranging from venerated classics and Broadway hits to contemporary works and world premieres. Gulfshore Playhouse is passionately committed to producing high-quality, professional theatre which exceeds the expectations of the cultured residents and visitors of Naples, FL, many of whom are regular theatre patrons in New York, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C.

Gulfshore Playhouse will be opening the Baker Theatre and Education Center, a state-of-the-art facility, featuring a 350-seat mainstage with a Broadway-sized stage, a 125-seat flexible space, rehearsal studios, classrooms, and rental space in October of 2024.  In 2022, Gulfshore Playhouse became nationally recognized as the 77th member of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT). This is an extraordinarily exciting time for the  Gulfshore Playhouse, which is experiencing unprecedented growth in a collaborative and creative community.

Status: Full-time, year-round position, Overtime Exempt
Start Date: September 3, 2024

The Wig and Makeup Supervisor reports to the Costume Shop Manager and will work closely with the Wardrobe Supervisor and is responsible for the wigs and makeup on each production. The Wig and Makeup Supervisor will coordinate rental/purchase/build of all hair elements. They will work with the Costume or Wig designer to fulfill artistic goals.  They will be responsible for choreographing quick changes, maintaining the wigs during the run, and providing any training necessary to seasonal staff. Additionally, they will work as wardrobe crew for assigned shows and assist other departments as needed.

The ideal individual will have a strong drive to provide high-quality work, the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work as part of the team. Gulfshore Playhouse values hard work, kindness, generosity, passion, and grace-under-pressure. Employee will be expected to work extended hours on occasion when necessary to meet goals. Some weekend and evening hours are required including attendance at performances, special events, and/or meetings that may happen outside normal scheduled hours. 

Skills:

  • Proficiency in creating and maintaining wigs
  • Proficiency in theatrical makeup
  • Proficiency in costume and wig repair
  • Creative problem-solving
  • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
  • Ability to manage time and productivity effectively
  • Ability to multitask and achieve tight deadlines

Duties:

  • Coordinate the purchase, rental, or build of all hair and makeup needs within the budget set out by Costume Shop Manager
  • Complete assigned styles as specified by the Costume or Wig Designer within time and budget constraints.  
  • Fit actors for wigs and facial hair.  
  • Assist in the construction and styling of wigs.  
  • Maintain, style and upkeep wigs and hair throughout the run of assigned productions.  
  • Keep inventory and stock actors’ supplies with appropriate materials, and work with Costume Shop Manager to acquire/restock when necessary.  
  • Instruct actors on makeup application appropriate to their character.  
  • Attend and participate in all technical rehearsals, crew calls, technical notes and performances as assigned.  
  • Provide assistance to other departments during the run of a production that includes, but not limited to, assisting with wardrobe changes or prop handoffs.   
  • Assist with the load-in and strike of all wig, hair & make up elements. 
  • Load-in, set up and load-out all hair and makeup for each production
  • Acts as member of wardrobe crew on assigned shows- specifically education productions.
  • Read all reports and act on any notes
  • Provide assistance in other departments as needed.
  • Adhere to all safety protocols at all times
  • Provide support for special events
  • Any other duties as assigned 

Qualifications:

  • 4 years of experience in the field
  • BFA or equivalent work experience
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
  • Ability to work in dark spaces
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time depending on assignment
  • Ability to work in and with proper personal protective equipment
  • Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools

Our Charter:  https://www.gulfshoreplayhouse.org/charter/

Salary range: $800-$960/week DOE   Overtime Exempt  

Benefits: Gulfshore Playhouse offers benefits that increase along with tenure, including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan and paid vacation and sick leave. 

Gulfshore Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse staff; we strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. 

Please send a cover letter, resume, and references attached as one pdf to jobs@gulfshoreplayhouse.org.



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