Disney’s Hercules is looking for an enthusiastic Deputy Head Of WHAM to join the team …
Disney is recruiting staff across all departments for the UK (United Kingdom) premiere of Hercules, opening in London Summer 2025. Having opened in Hamburg, Germany, to rave reviews, we are proud to bring Hercules to the home of British Theatre.
Job Title: Deputy Head Of WHAM, WHAM Department
Position Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Reports to: Head Of Wigs, Hair and Makeup,Company Management, Production Management, General Management
Location: West End, London
This upcoming role is an opportunity for a keen and motivated individual to join the Wigs, Hair and Make Up department on Disney’s Hercules on a fixed-term basis. Working with the Head of Wigs, Hair and Make Up, their assistants, and local crew, this staff member will help with the day to day of running a large scale musical to maintain the excellence of the show.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Assist the Head Of Wigs, Hair and Make Up liaise between the Company Manager, Technical departments, Resident Creative Team, Production and General Management Teams to ensure the smooth running of all rehearsals and performances.
- Assist the Head Of Wigs, Hair and Make Up communicate promptly with the Company Manager, Production, General Management and the Resident Creative Team on any day-to-day changes that might impact the running of the Production.
- Assist the Head Of Wigs, Hair and Make Up to manage, supervise and schedule members of the Wigs team.
- Take an active role in teaching new members of staff, deps and local dressers and wigs staff and work closely with theatre staff at the touring venues to ensure the smooth running of the production and safe handling of wigs.
- Perform daily setup, oversee Wigs pre-sets and provide clear communication within the Wigs team.
- Ensure awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and make necessary adjustments.
- Ensure all Wigs are maintained and cleaned so they are in working order for each performance.
- Conduct Wigs fittings when required to do so.
- Attend rehearsal, technical, dress and understudy rehearsals as required.
- Responsible for repairing Wigs as instructed, maintaining the show’s quality as dictated by the artistic requirements and under the direction of the Head Of Wigs, Hair and Make Up, Production Manager and Resident Creative Team.
- Report and feedback show and staff-related issues in a timely manner.
- Assist the Head Of Wigs, Hair and Make Up to create accurate production paperwork and ensure the efficient flow of information as necessary for the smooth running of the show.
- Acquire familiarity with all plots/tracks within the Wigs department.
- Attend weekly Head of Department meetings in the absence of the Head Of Wigs, Hair and Make Up.
- Work in accordance with the Health And Safety Policy and maintain an excellent working knowledge of all relevant health and safety legislation and good working practices, liaising closely with Disney’s Health and Safety Manager to ensure that the Health And Safety Policy is followed.
Skills Required:
- Experience in a similar role within a large-scale musical production working with an international cast is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of wig construction and the cleaning and maintenance of stage wigs.
- Have an understanding of different materials and components of stage wigs.
- Understanding of textured hair and wigs.
- Clear, confident communication and decision making essential.
- Handle any problems that occur during performances with an ability to remain focused and calm when under pressure.
- Excellent relationship and interpersonal skills with the cast, creative and production teams essential.
- Transparent and open approach, be able to work well under pressure, enjoy leading from the front, and by example.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and use of own initiative.
- A full awareness of the need for integrity and confidentiality.
- Knowledge and understanding of H&S legislation.
Competencies Required:
- Ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
- A strong team player.
- Ability to follow instructions and department rules.
- A motivated individual driven to learn new skills and understand what is required to maintain a consistent high production standard.
- Discretion and ability to work closely with others.
- Well organised across all work.
Additional Information:
- Fixed Term Contract – Spring 2025 start, opening summer 2025.
- 48 hours per week.
- Weekend and evening work integral (Monday to Saturday show schedule).
- This role will require the candidate to understand and follow the Health and safety rules & regulations at the production.
For more information or to apply, please apply via this link: Smart
Closing date for application: 4th November 2024
Please make sure to reference The British Blacklist in your application.