The Stage

Head of Department – Wigs / Make-Up (m/f/d)

System Provider Eventmanagement GmbH
Vienna

Full Time

Arts and cultureBackstage & TechnicalWardrobe & Make-up
Posted 3 days ago
Closes 6 November 2026

Do you have experience leading a wardrobe or wigs/make-up department, love live entertainment,

and want to lead a team on tour for a musical production? Then apply to join our team at

System Provider Eventmanagement GmbH.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating the wigs/make-up team

• Develop work and workflow plans in collaboration with artists and production

• Prepare hairpieces, wigs, and make-up touch-ups according to the artistic requirements

• Maintain, clean, repair, and care for wigs

• Safe packing of equipment for transport

• Style, repair, and maintenance throughout the entire production period

• Set up and break down the department at each venue

• Work closely with the costume department

• Apply hairdressing skills, particularly in men’s haircuts

• Maintain a structured, calm, and solution-oriented approach under touring conditions

YOUR PROFILE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum age: 21 years

• Completed training as a make-up artist, hairdresser, or wig maker

• Advanced skills in wig construction and hand-knotting highly desirable

• Experience in leading a team and coordinating a department

• Background in musicals, theater, or touring productions

• Professional hairdressing training and/or experience with men’s haircuts

• Good understanding of technical processes and stage operations

• High resilience and flexibility regarding working hours

• Strong team player with a solution-oriented work style

• Excellent German and/or English language skills

WHAT WE OFFER

• Fair and competitive remuneration, including applicable allowances.

• Paid overtime

• All travel and accommodation expenses covered

• A committed and professional team

• Opportunities for professional development and a unique live-stage experience.

READY TO JOIN US?

We’d love to hear from you!

Please send your application (CV, references, and certificates as a PDF) to:

crew@system-provider.com

www.system-provider.com

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