-To take responsibility for running and maintenance of all Wigs, Hair and Make-Up requirements of a complex show.
-To manage the department including both personnel and facilities.
-To work closely and collaboratively with all other departments.
-To oversee and teach all plots involved in running the show.
-To undertake plots where necessary.
-To recruit, supervise and train others in the department.
-To work closely with the Wigs Hair and Make-up. Designer/Supervisor to ensure the 2nd year company is set up in a way that can be maintained.
-To assist the actors in performances with dressing in their wigs including quick changes.
-To ensure all wigs are cleaned and dressed daily and in working order for each performance.
-To oversee and advise on cast makeup and hair styling as required.
-To attend rehearsal, technical, dress and costume understudy rehearsals as required.
-To deal with emergency repairs to wigs.
-To undertake any other responsibilities required of a Head of WHAM