Spiegelworld creates genre-defying live entertainment destinations, combining smash-hit shows with one-of-a-kind cocktail and dining experiences, powered by the world’s most talented artists and artisans and devoured by savvy, seen-it-all adult audiences.
Founded in 2006, Spiegelworld is a community of 700+ organizers, agitators, dreamers, doers, insiders, outsiders and iconoclasts of every flavor, on a mission to make the world a more art-filled, inspired and playful place, one unforgettable memory at a time
About the Role
Spiegelworld is looking for a Wardrobe Hair Technician to join our team at DiscoShow at the LINQ in Las Vegas. It is the primary responsibility of the Wardrobe Hair Technician to support the team to ensure all wigs are well maintained and show ready, assist with costumes and perform ongoing artist support to ensure the finest overall look on stage, both before and during the show. This is an on-call role and the schedule will be based on the team’s needs. This position reports to the Head Wardrobe. This is an on-call position and the schedule will be based on the team’s needs.
What You’ll Do
- Repair, construct, clean and prep wigs for the run of the show to ensure the successful operation of the production while preserving the costume designer’s artistic vision.
- As needed, support ongoing Wardrobe department operations, including sewing, fittings, alterations (including adjustments to tailoring), costume construction and repairs (including shoes and accessories), painting, dyeing, and supervising wig styling and makeup.
- Support the laundry, cleaning, steaming, and pressing of costumes for the run of the show as needed
- Maintain, alter, and repair costumes, accessories, and shoes—including tailoring adjustments, stretch panel creation, and structural modifications as needed.
- Actively engage in our antiracist commitment and internal practices by participating in offered learnings, engaging in conversations around Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, and helping us maintain a safe and welcoming workspace.
- Create a work environment which promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction.
- Attend special costume sessions or wig fittings when appropriate.
- Collaborate with other departments as needed to run the performances and rehearsals.
- Assist performers in applying wigs and facial hair before and during performances while ensuring they are wearing the wig/facial hair correctly according to the production costume design.
- Assist performers with wardrobe and quick changes before and during performances.
- Ensure performers are wearing costumes and accessories correctly according to the production costume design.
- Complete basic sewing repairs before and during performances as needed.
- Maintain high standards of craftsmanship and artistic excellence.
- Maintain a safe working environment at all times by conforming to all established safety policies and procedures
- Aiding in the evolution of the production by making changes to show flow as required
- Support special events as required, including integration of new performers, acts, and costumes
- Participate in all required safety and emergency rescue trainings, as directed
- Establish trust-based relationships with the performers
- Other duties as assigned by your manager.
All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and Spiegelworld policies, practices, and procedures.
What You Bring :
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years of experience in professional wardrobe departments in theater or live entertainment.
- Strong knowledge of wig styling and maintenance, including lace front application, setting, and traditional techniques like finger waves and French braids.
- Experience with dresser duties: quick changes, garment fasteners, basic repairs, and multitasking under pressure.
- Comfortable operating and maintaining wardrobe machinery, equipment, and standard office tools (e.g., printers, labelers).
- Proficient in basic computer programs such as Google Workspace, Zoom, and Microsoft Office.
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; committed to excellent customer service and collaboration.
- Must be flexible and available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- OSHA 10 certified or willing to obtain; must meet safety, sanitation, and grooming standards
- Successful background check clearance prior to hire
- Must have valid work authorization for the US
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Work is performed in a high volume professional foodservice and theater environment.
- Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination and air quality. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
- High level of mobility. Including going up and down stairs.
- Requires prolonged sitting or standing and mobility.
- Requires bending and reaching.
- Requires transporting, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering items weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Requires eye/hand coordination.
What We Offer
Spiegelworld is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time employees. Benefits include access to a network of support for our employees’ health & well-being, and paid time off including holiday pay opportunities. What’s more, Spiegelworld offers employee discounts on goods and services that will help our employees live a better and healthier life.
IDEA
All Spiegelworld employees participate in deepening the organization’s commitment to becoming an inclusive and accessible organization by participation in IDEA. Standing for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Accessibility, the Spiegelworld IDEA program is an internal culture program that serves as the foundation of our lifelong commitment to antiracism within our company and the greater entertainment and hospitality circles we participate in.
Each employee is responsible for conducting their work in an equitable manner and our staff works together to continue to learn about anti-racism, practice harm prevention, and support the greater communities we work in.
Please visit our website to learn more about our Statement of Inclusivity and Commitment to Anti Racism.
Hiring Journey
Community and collaboration are integral to the work we do and worlds we create at Spiegelworld. When filling new positions in our organization we feel it is so important to make sure the fit, for both you and us, is just right. While our goal is always to fill positions in a timely manner, we prioritize taking the time to truly get to know prospective candidates. The hiring timeline varies from role to role but can take anywhere from 2 weeks to several months.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
