Prosthetics, Hair and Makeup Artist

Job description / Role

At Farah we thrive on seeing happy guests, colleagues and partners. We believe that each individual that we meet is important, and that we can make a positive difference to their lives. Our purpose is to create happiness…one smile at a time.

As the Prosthetic, Hair and Makeup Artist, you will be responsible for the design, upkeep, inventory and quality control of the wigs, makeup and prosthetics for character and show performers. You will work closely with the Seamstresses, Costume Technicians and Costume Attendant to ensure show quality in relations to the overall look of the performers on a daily basis.

The Prosthetic, Hair and Makeup Artist will be responsible for all wig washing and restyling, as well as creating prosthetics for performers. And will work with Costuming Assistant Manager and Senior Costuming Manager for both daily operations of the Costume Department and special projects.

- Responsible for documentation of hair, prosthetic and makeup looks for each of the characters appearing in Warner Bros. -
- World or representing the park for public relations and at special events
- Wash and restyle wigs to IP standards
- Teach performers how to apply their makeup and prosthetics properly and efficiently.
- Make daily checks to confirm performers are applying makeup to company standards.
- Help Costuming Assistant Manager in maintaining accurate and up to date wig, makeup and supplies inventory
- Keep makeup and wig supplies stocked and request orders in timely manner
- Participates in off-site or on-site Public Relations events involving costumes and performers
- When needed, helps crew with daily laundry, including washing, hanging, ironing and steaming costume pieces
- When needed, help with fabricating and repairing costumes and craft pieces, as well as altering existing costumes with high attention to detail and skilled craftsmanship to ensure show quality
- Organizes weekly dry cleaning pick up and drop off and records items that have been taken and returned by the dry cleaner as needed
- Manage daily operations of the Entertainment Costume Department, including, but not limited to: checking in staff, handing out daily assignments, answer radio calls from green rooms, etc.
- Assists in a team leader capacity with other departments within entertainment when required
- Interface with all colleagues and outside vendors in a professional and courteous manner
- Attends costume department meetings as requested
- Assists with administrative tasks to support the Senior Costuming Manager
- Share information and best practices from your expertise with other costume colleagues
- Maintain communication throughout the costuming department by being meticulous with documentation. Develops necessary documentation and visual references for make-up and hair styles to ensure performers are consistent in the way they apply their makeup and style their hair
- Contributes in the creation of a fun and safe working environment. Performs other tasks as reasonably requested by senior management

Requirements

As an ideal candidate, you must:

- Have Higher Secondary or equivalent education
- Have certification in Hair and Makeup
- Have a minimum of 3 years' experience in Makeup application, Wig styling and Prosthetics work
- Have knowledge in Prosthetics Application and Development
- Have skills in Makeup design, Wig design and restyling, Prosthetics application, and Hand sewing
- Have attention to detail and is highly organized
- Have computer skills
- Have past experience working with performers
- Be proficient in English
- Be physically fit
- Be able to work flexible hours
- Have experience managing people

About the Company

Farah Experiences LLC was established in 2008 to provide world-class entertainment experiences. Today, the company manages and operates Ferrari World Abu Dhabi , the world's first Ferrari-branded Theme Park and Yas Waterworld, the UAE's unique Emirati water theme park.

Millions of satisfied guests have already visited the two iconic family attractions set in the heart of Yas Island, ideally located 10 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport, 30 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 45 minutes from Dubai.

Farah Experiences is a wholly owned subsidiary of Abu Dhabi-based Miral Asset Management LLC.