The Hairdresser will work on principal and supporting Actors, using detailed continuity notes and consulting with Heads of Department (either the Make-up and Hair Designer, or the Chief Hairdresser). Primary duties and responsibilities will be to:
• Prepare performers' hair and scalp in advance, noting any allergies or sensitivities and reporting them to appropriately qualified personnel
• Use chemical solutions to administer hair and scalp treatments
• Wash, cut, blow-dry and style hair to create specific designs
• Repair, alter and dress wigs and hairpieces
• Oversee hair continuity during shoots, accompanying performers onto set and ensuring that continuity notes are maintained by taking length measurements and photographs
• Wash out products from, and condition, performers' hair
• Ensure that wigs are cleaned and prepared for further use
• May be required to assist with any subsequent publicity shots
Key qualifications and competencies include:
• Certification/ license in Cosmetology
• At least 5 years’ experience in commercials, fashion or television
• Experience in theatre or with wig makers is preferable
• Hairdressing skills including: cutting, waving, straightening, colouring, perming, setting, applying extensions, braiding, shaving
• Experience altering, setting, dressing, and applying wigs and hairpieces
• Understanding of hair plots within the scripts
• Knowledge of period hair styles and contemporary look
• Keen eye for detail to oversee continuity
• Excellent organisational skills
• Knowledge of the Health and Safety laws and procedures when dealing with different substances, materials, and scalp reactions
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.