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UK Theatre

Head of Costume and Wigs

Opera North

£40,000 - £50,000

Permanent

backstage-technical
Posted 3 months ago
Closes 28 February 2026
Opera North is England's national opera company in the north and a leading European arts organisation. Based in Leeds, the company is committed to producing work of the highest quality that excites, challenges and entertains. We tour throughout the north of England, and also nationally and internationally.  Acclaimed for its imaginative programming and innovative productions on the main stage, Opera North also programmes its own venue, the Howard Assembly Room with an enormous diversity of activity.   Head of Costume and Wigs Committed to producing high quality work that informs, excites and entertains, Opera North is looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to fill the role of Head of Costume and Wigs.   The successful candidate will have proven experience in large scale costume design, production, and management. You will have excellent organisational, administrative and communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to prioritise under pressure.   Salary:  £42,000 - £50,000 per annum Deadline for applications: 28/02/2026 Interviews to be held in: Howard Opera Centre, Leeds, LS1 6AP   For an application pack, please visit https://www.operanorth.co.uk/about-us/jobs/   If you have any queries about the recruitment process or access needs with making an application, please contact [email protected]   We actively welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities. Registered Charity No. 511726
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