Hair & Makeup Assistant Crew Lead

Position Summary

The Hair and Makeup Assistant Crew Lead assists the Hair and Makeup Crew lead in all aspects as needed. Responsibilities include helping maintain run paperwork, and overseeing their crew in preparing, sanitizing, and applying makeup and wigs for all shows. They will run a principal track, and assist the Crew Lead in training other crew members in all elements of show running throughout the season.

• Maintain backstage paperwork
• Run a principal track, including wig, makeup, and SFX makeup as appropriate.
• Assist with the on-going inspection to identify repairs and maintain integrity of design.
• Maintain an inventory document of all needed items for run of shows
• Maintain flexible schedule for work calls especially during tech weeks
• Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and maintain a safe work environment
• Adhere to/enforce all rules and regulations required by the Actor's Equity Association

• At least 2 years of professional work experience in a live theatrical environment as a wig/makeup crew member or equivalent educational experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of/and experience in a variety of wig styles and maintenance techniques
• Ability to adequately operate Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive for paperwork maintenance.
• Working knowledge of hand and machine stitching techniques
• Ability to wash, block, roller set, and style wigs
• Must be able to run short distances and use stairs both while carrying a basket
• Must be able to stand length of show
• Ability to lift 20 lbs
• Ability to ventilate and re-front wigs is a huge plus

Housing is available at $50 per week.

This is an IATSE represented position, but you do not have to be an IATSE member to apply.

Production Dates:
April 6
- October 31, 2026

Salary/Rate: $22/hour

2026 Production shows include Les Miserables, Finding Nemo, and Grease.

Please submit Cover Letter, Resume, and Portfolio/Website to estroud.