Actor

Job Description

What you'll bring to the team

OI PEASANTS! WE’RE RECRUITING…

Ever fancied being part of the scariest and funniest journey through York’s most perilous past as one of our many infamous characters? You could find yourself tackling the role of The Torturer, a warrior from Viking Age York, The Lord Chief Justice, Guy Fawkes, or even Margaret Clitherow, amongst others.

There’s a variety of characters to sink your teeth into. Each character delivers a short, scripted show, which is crafted to be interactive, so improvisation will also form a key part to your performance.

As well as maintaining strong characterisation throughout each show, you’ll also be operating and controlling special effects during your performance, to enhance the whole experience. At peak times, you’ll be performing shows every 8 to 10 minutes and as this is a dungeon after all, you’ll be working in dark, somewhat confined spaces.

These roles are seasonal with a minimum guaranteed hours of 5 per week and contracted until September 2026. You’ll need to be flexible with working hours and days, which will include weekdays, weekends and public holidays as the need arises. Working hours will also include Saturday evenings, from 6pm-9pm, for special events such as our ‘Dungeon Lates’ experience.

We’re bringing together an outstanding cast of theatrical actors. Apply now… IF YOU DARE!

To be considered please attach your acting CV and an up-to-date Head shot.

Qualifications & Experience

• Someone who is outstanding at performing scripts and character acting
• A good knowledge of voice control and taking direction
• Performance skills that could be utilised to create memorable experiences for our guests
• A BA (Hons) or equivalent in Acting, Performance, Performing Arts, Theatre or similar (desirable)
• To be at least 18 years or older, due to working late evenings

Benefits

• Monthly Bonus based on guest satisfaction
• 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants
• 40% off LEGO online
• Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
• Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets

The cell doors are open and ready to welcome you…

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

GBP £13.09/Hr.