Hair and Makeup - Theatre Practitioner Level 3

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity • Banff • 1w ago

HAIR AND MAKEUP - THEATRE PRACTITIONER LEVEL 3

This is a term position from November 21 - December 8, 2025

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity [https://www.banffcentre.ca/events/events] aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus – artists, leaders, and thinkers – to unleash their creative potential.

We recognize, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as “Minihrpa” (translated in Stoney Nakoda as “the waterfalls”) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) – comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations – as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Rockyview District 4. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play here, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Banff Centre is looking for a Theatre Practitioner Level 3 - Hair and Makeup who can work collaboratively to provide support for this fall's Indigenous Fashion Runway Residency [https://www.banffcentre.ca/programs/indigenous-arts/indigenous-fashion-runway-residency-2025] performances.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

Assist with hair and makeup for both live performance and video capture on site.
Assisting with fitting hair pieces and wigs for cast members.
Assist with professional makeup application for performers.

QUALIFICATION AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Theatre Practitioner level 2: must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment
Theatre practitioner level 3: must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a working practitioner in their discipline within a Theatre or Performing Arts production environment
Has completed a formal theatre education
Must have a working knowledge of the theories and practices that support this discipline
Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to stay calm under pressure
Able to work with tight, changing timelines in a fast paced environment
Knowledgeable of related industry trends including the application of up to date techniques, and use of special materials and current health and safety standards
Able to apply of professional theatre techniques and methods to provide the quality, efficiency and support level required by Performing Arts

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule and weekends.

EMPLOYMENT TERMS & BENEFITS

In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500-hour probationary period.
Theatre Practitioner Level 2: this position pays between $22.59 and $25.85 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
Theatre Practitioner Level 3: this position pays between $27.17 and $31.51 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
This is a term position, from November 21 - December 8, 2025
Benefits [https://www.banffcentre.ca/careers/perks-and-benefits?gclid=CjwKCAiA4veMBhAMEiwAU4XRr16HEc3SYau2wTnjRETFj46729PVV9bjMEk2iQaK6zM4VOfzGAavGRoCe0AQAvD_BwE#xd_co_f=NWYxZjljMzUtODViMS00MGIyLTgyNzEtOTNjYTNhNGU3NzJj~] of working at Banff Centre are:
- Transitional staff housing [https://www.banffcentre.ca/careers/employee-housing] (based on availability)
- Professional development
- Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts (Vistas, Maclab Bistro)
- Onsite fitness facility (Fitness centre, climbing wall and pool.)

APPLICATION PROCESS

We are accepting applications for this position until a candidate has been found.
Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record prior to an extension of a final employment offer.
Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.