Do you love bringing characters to life through working with hair? Then apply to Our Cosmetologist position today! Our Cosmetology Cast Members provide wigs styled to an approved corporate design for all characters and performers at Disneyland Resort. They are responsible for maintaining all wigs for performers and Audio-Animatronics figures across the Disneyland Resort and teaching entertainers proper makeup applications. This role is primarily focused on delivering consistent, performance-ready wigs for parades, shows, and Entertainment venues.
Responsibilities: Wash, set, and style assigned show wigs
Recreate specific styles from photos in a clear and defined manner, which may involve period looks
Knowledgeable of the appropriate styling tools to use when working with synthetic and human hair wigs
Assist with pinning on wigs and retouches for parades, shows, and various Entertainment venues
Basic Qualifications: You must be at least 18 years of age or older to be considered for this role
Must have a valid Cosmetology license with the state of California
Lead with a positive demeanor and approach challenges head-on
Demonstrated knowledge of fitting, applying, securing, and maintaining wigs in a variety of sizes, textures, and styles
Enthusiastic about interacting and working with internal Guests/Cast Members
Takes initiative and readily assumes new responsibilities and challenges
Remains calm, receptive to feedback, and effective in high-pressure situations
Complete repetitious tasks while maintaining quality
Self-directed and able to collaborate on a team
Flexible and adaptable, especially working in a variety of areas, conditions, and changing shift times
Committed and reliable for scheduled shifts Training Availability: Must be fully available for six (6) weeks of training For Part Time, must be fully available Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and all holidays year-round
Preferred Qualifications:
Two (2) years of professional experience styling, fitting, and maintaining theatrical wigs as a licensed Cosmetologist; advanced wig or theatrical hair education
Hands-on experience cutting, setting, styling, restyling, repairing, and securing synthetic and human hair wigs
Experience reproducing character-specific, theatrical, and period wig designs from approved visual references
Full availability for any shift, seven (7) days per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Additional Information:
SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY
Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Must have flexible availability to work Sunday through Saturday, all shifts (i.e. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift) including holidays.
The pay rate for this role in California is $25.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits
