The Royal Opera House
The Royal Opera House entrance on Bow Street © ROH 2012 The Royal Opera House aims to enrich people’s lives through opera and ballet.
- Open roles
- 38
- New role every
- ~2.4 days
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- Location
- London, England, United Kingdom
- Posted
- Aug 10, 2026
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Wigs and Make Up Casual Technicians
at The Royal Opera House
Our Technical, Production and Costume Department plays a leading part in ensuring our performances are of the highest quality by delivering technical excellence for every performance, rehearsal, and event. With a busy season of productions ahead, our Wigs and Make-Up department requires the support of a dedicated pool of casual technicians to meet operational peaks to deliver performances, rehearsals, and events. Casual technicians are required to work effectively as part of a team, ensuring that all assigned activities associated are carried out to the highest possible standard of safety, efficiency and quality. What are we looking for? Ideally, we are looking for individuals with: A proven track record in performance-related Wig and Make-up work for major companies. A proven background in wig and make-up preparation techniques including the ability to make wigs and facials. Proven ability to realize make-up looks from an existing design, awareness of hair types, texture, and the latest hair and wig styling techniques and products. Demonstrable experience in show-related work and providing excellent levels of customer care, for professional theatre. An understanding of Health and Safety legislation relevant to theatre. To apply, please send your CV directly to the Wigs and Make-Up Managers at Wigs.Managers@roh.org.uk Only applications sent to the correct email will be considered and reviewed. Please do not use the 'Apply' button. Applications received in the system will not be considered.