WHO ARE YOU?

Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at costume or character hair styles? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the event operations space. Is this you? Read on…

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in hairstyling or at least 3 years of relevant experience in all aspects of theatrical wigs, hairdressing & styling.
• Able to wash and set wigs and recreate a style from a photo in a clear and defined manner.
• Hands on knowledge in appropriate use of styling tools & pinning.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of live entertainment and Insomniac brands/shows.
• Experience in entertainment, film, theater, theme park & or live events is a plus.
• Some travel may be requested.
• Use of personal vehicle may be requested.
• Must be able to work longer festival hours, which may total up to 12 hours onsite at times.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
Hiring Salary Range: $16.50-$32.00 USD
Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Nevada Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful Nevada applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in Nevada or perform the position from Nevada. Similar positions located outside of Nevada will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the California Law, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.
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The expected compensation for this position is:
$16.50 USD Hourly
** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience

THE ROLE

Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Entertainment Wig and Hair Specialists to join our Entertainment team. This position reports to the Entertainment Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare theatrical wigs & hair styled to an approved design for performers of events.
• Restyle, maintain, & make alternations or adjustments to wigs according to the daily schedule for all shows.
• Work closely with a variety of performers in the application of theatrical wigs & headdresses during show run, rehearsals, preparation, and show changes.
• Properly applying & pinning theatrical headdresses & wigs securely for performance.
• Assist fellow team members with headdresses, wigs & quick changes in both set-up and run of show.
• Perform other tasks and carry out projects as assigned by the lead hair artist or director.
• Always maintain a safe & sanitary working environment, conforming to all established health & safety policies and procedures.
• Repair, construct, clean and prep wigs for the run of the show.
• Maintain ongoing maintenance of wigs, headdresses, or hairpieces etc.
• Maintain documentation for maintenance and participate in rotation of duties as directed.
• Proper clean up, repack & storage of all headdresses and hair related items at the end of each show.