Wigs, Hair and Makeup Technician

Overview

Wigs, Hair & Makeup Technician

Location:

London Coliseum and other locations as required

Salary: £36,717.81 per annum

Closing date:
Applications must be received by Wed 4 February 10.00am

Contract:

Fixed term contract

• Knotting and maintaining wigs and facial hair
• Setting and dressing wigs and facial hair
• Cutting and styling all hair types
• Executing professional makeup looks on all skin tones
• Work as part of a collaborative team and thrive under pressure with strong technical ability, speed and creativity

• A minimum of 3 years experience working with wigs, hair and makeup in a fast-paced environment on large theatre productions
• Proven ability to make foundations and knot wigs
• Strong wig dressing skills
• A good working knowledge of makeup and its application on all skin tones
• Proven ability to work with all hair textures including preparation for wigs and styling hair for performance
• Hairdressing (cutting and colouring) and barbering skills on all hair types
• Willingness to undergo training as necessary
• Self-reliant with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

• 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Free/discounted ENO tickets
• Eyecare vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme

Please see our recruitment pack for more details.

To apply, please send a CV and Cover Letter or short video detailing your interest and suitability for the role to [email protected] by 10am on Wednesday 2 February 2026.

Interviews and trade tests: 11, 17 & 19 February 2026.

Please also submit our anonymous Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form.

English National Opera is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we strive to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the diverse communities we serve. As we work to address under representation in our workforce, English National Opera particularly encourages potential candidates from underrepresented groups and communities to apply, including those from global majority backgrounds and/or with protected characteristics, including race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and religion and belief.

We will provide appropriate support for candidates with access requirements if they identify as disabled. This includes during the application process and through candidate assessment stages.