Cosmetology Manager - Temporary Assignment (TA)/Project Hire (PH)
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust.
The Cosmetology Manager will support the Disney Cruise Line. This position leads and mentors hourly Cosmetologists and is the point of contact for contractors who care for the various wigs, facial hair, and prosthetics used in the various Entertainment offerings aboard the ships. Candidates will have a passion for Guest and Cast service putting inclusion to the forefront of everything they do.
The Cosmetology Manager will report to the Area Manager-Cosmetology
This a temporary role with no guarantee of permanent placement.
What You Will Do
Lead, guide, and develop a successful team of hourly Cosmetologists through demonstrated leadership, coaching, and mentoring.Provide a safe working environment while ensuring compliance with Company, State, and Federal regulations.Build and maintain positive relationships with Entertainment and Costuming partners.Represent and support business requests in a fast-paced environment.Collaborate with Costume Designer, Production Teams, and Buyer to refine project scope as materials are selected and construction methods are refinedMonitor, analyze, and take action on inventory quantity, wig show quality, and expenses affecting annual financial targets.Must clearly understand all wigs and makeup used in our various Entertainment offerings.Must have a clear understanding of how to set and adjust priorities to satisfy partner needs and maintain show quality.Must understand the company guidelines and how it aligns with hair and makeup.
Required Qualifications & Skills
1+ years experience in a Cosmetology or Entertainment related field1+ years leading union employeesExperience with wig styling and productionExperience building mutually beneficial partnerships in a collaborative environmentExperience supervising team workflows and assisting in prioritizing collision pointsExperience with budget oversight and reporting out variancesExperience communicating (both verbal and written) with all levels of partnersExperience utilizing Microsoft SuiteValid passportAbility to work around various fibers and synthetic fursAbility to be flexible with work schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidaysAbility to travel both domestically and internationally up to 40% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
Current Cosmetology licenseExperience with synthetic wig styling and productionExperience with Walt Disney World Collective Bargaining agreementsExperience with maritime labor lawsExperience with prosthetics, airbrushing, and makeup applicationMulti-lingual
Education
High school degree or equivalent is requiredAdvanced degree in Costume/Hair and Make-up Design or Technology, Cosmetology, or related field is preferred
Additional Information
Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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