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Prosthetics, Hair and Makeup Artist @ Talent Acquisition

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ROLE SCOPE

Hair, Makeup & Prosthetics Operations

  • Design, create, apply, maintain, and repair wigs, hairpieces and makeup elements for performers, characters, and entertainment productions.
  • Train all performers for their approved character makeup looks (after training, performers apply the makeup themselves)
  • Ensure all hair and makeup designs align with creative direction, brand standards, and character integrity.
  • Perform washing, restyling, maintenance, and refurbishment of wigs and specialty hairpieces to maintain presentation and longevity daily.
  • Create & update look books, step by step guides for the standardized and approved looks of all wig & character makeups.
  • Create custom prosthetics, facial pieces, specialty effects makeup, and character enhancements as required for shows and seasonal events if needed.
  • Ensure performers are prepared according to approved styling guides and show appearance standards.

Quality Assurance & Show Standards

  • Maintain consistent quality and presentation standards for all wigs, makeup, and prosthetics across entertainment offerings.
  • Conduct routine inspections and quality assessments to ensure all assets remain performance-ready.
  • Support costume and show quality reviews by ensuring the overall performer appearance meets production expectations.
  • Preserve character consistency, visual storytelling, and brand standards through attention to detail and artistic excellence.

Inventory & Asset Management

  • Maintain accurate inventories of wigs, prosthetics, makeup products, tools, supplies, and related assets.
  • Monitor stock levels and recommend purchases or replacements as required.
  • Ensure proper storage, handling, labeling, and maintenance procedures are followed to protect assets and maximize lifecycle.
  • Track usage, repairs, replacements, and refurbishment schedules for all assigned assets.

Production & Event Support

  • Support rehearsals, new productions, attraction openings, special events, seasonal celebrations, and entertainment activations.
  • Collaborate with Creative, Production, Costuming, and Entertainment teams during design, development, and implementation phases.
  • Assist with character development and appearance enhancement through innovative hair, makeup, and prosthetic solutions.
  • Participate in operational readiness activities to ensure successful launch and execution of entertainment offerings.

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards related to makeup application, products, tools, and prosthetic materials.
  • Maintain a safe and organized workspace, adhering to all organizational policies and procedures.
  • Follow best practices for performer care, skin safety, product application, and asset maintenance.
  • Support risk management initiatives and report any safety concerns or operational issues promptly.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

  • Higher secondary or equivalent education
  • Minimum of 3 years of practicing with wigs
  • Extensive experience in wig styling (especially synthetic wigs) and makeup artistry within entertainment, theatre, film, or themed attractions.
  • Strong knowledge of character makeup application, hair styling techniques, and special effects makeup.
  • Experience creating, maintaining, and repairing wigs, hairpieces.
  • Understanding of performer presentation standards and live entertainment operations.
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to show quality and artistic consistency.
  • Proven ability to manage inventories, supplies, and asset maintenance programs.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while supporting multiple productions and events.

Desirable

  • Associate degree or higher in wig & makeup
  • 2 years with theme park, theatre productions and/or cruise ship experience
  • Knowledge of specialty effects makeup, prosthetics, character transformations, and advanced prosthetic techniques.
  • Experience supporting seasonal events, parades, festivals, and large-scale entertainment productions.
  • Familiarity with costume construction, performer fitting processes, and costuming operations.
  • Knowledge of emerging makeup, prosthetic, and hair styling technologies and products.
  • Experience training performers and team members on character appearance standards.
  • Understanding of inventory management systems and asset tracking processes.
  • Creative ability to contribute to character development, design concepts, and production enhancements.

Skills

wig stylingmake-up artistryspecial effects makeupInventory Managementasset maintenanceQuality assurancecruise experience

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