Actor
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Position Overview & Specifications
Warwick Castle Resort, Warwick Castle
Warwick, WARWICKSHIRE, CV34 4QU
United Kingdom
Actor
Location: Warwick Castle, Warwick
Hours: Variety of short-term and long-term contracts available
Benefits: ongoing training and Merlin Magic Pass – 20 free tickets for you, your family and friends to enjoy all of our Merlin Attractions across the world
We are currently recruiting for Actors to join our dedicated Attractions & Events Team for 2023. Reporting to the Assistant Attractions & Events Manager you will ensure show performance is always of the highest standard.
We have a full calendar of spectacular shows, attractions and events for 2023 therefore we have heaps of opportunities for performers looking for both short-term and long-term contracts. Please see current projects we are recruiting for and the key dates below:
May 2023
The Zog Stage Show/Princess Tower Actors/Dungeon Actors
June 2023
Carnival Actors
July 2023 - August 2023
The Zog Stage Show/Princess Tower Actors/Dungeon Actors
October 2023 – November 2023
Halloween Scare Actors/Witches Tower Actors/Dungeon Actors
November 2023 – January 2023
Actors - Christmas Elves/Princess
We do offer seasonal contracts from Feb 2022 until Nov 2022 performing in the Castles shows and attractions.
About You
We are looking for the following skills and experience:
- High standard of acting
- Good positive attitude
- Passion for the castle & guests
- Able to perform for a diverse range of audiences
- A friendly and welcoming personality
- Understanding the importance of Health & Safety within our workplace
- Taking on extra-curricular roles within the castle
This is a seasonal position. Good availability during key dates above is essential. Due to the nature of our business you will be required to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
Please include covering letter with dates you are available to work throughout 2023.
The Perks
Alongside 28 days holiday you can also look forward to enjoying a great benefits package including a Group Personal Pension Plan, Merlin Magic Pass, 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants, 40% discount online on Lego, and much more!
Here at Merlin Entertainments we are proud to have a diverse workforce, and we’re all about providing equal opportunities to the whole team. Because of this we are committed to an active all together programme which starts with our recruitment and selection process.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Culture & Entertainment
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Actor roles across Warwick Castle's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Culture & Entertainment.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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