Vacancy: Walking Tour Performer

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VACANCY: Walking Tour Performer

📍 Location: Old Market

💰 Rate of Pay: £340

📝Contract Type: Freelance

Dates & Rehearsal Schedule:

10th May – 2 hours – meet and greet – script walk through

W/b 19th May – 6 hours – blocking script

Thursday 29th May – 12pm – 8pm - Rehearsals

Saturday 31st – Call time 9:30am

Role Overview:

Freelance performers are invited to take part in the second edition of Destination Old Market – A Medieval Promenade and Fayre which will take place on 31 May.

We are seeking talented and versatile Walking Tour Performers to bring our street-specific tour to life.

As part of this immersive experience, you will perform live in various outdoor locations, engaging with audiences as they journey through the tour. Performers will deliver scripted lines, interact with participants, and help create an unforgettable atmosphere in Old Market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform scripted scenes or interactive segments at specific stops along the walking tour route.

• Engage with audience members, creating an immersive and memorable experience.

• Adapt performances to various outdoor/business environments and respond to real-time audience interaction.

• Collaborate with the creative team to maintain the artistic vision and ensure smooth integration with the tour.

• The role will involve guiding audiences through urban spaces, assisting with crowd management, and ensuring the smooth operation of the walking tour experience.

Requirements:

• Experience in live performance, site-specific theatre, or street performance.

• Strong improvisation and audience interaction skills.

• Ability to perform outdoors in various weather conditions.

• Flexibility to work irregular hours

To Apply:

Download the application pack here.

Closing Date

This advertisement will remain active till Wednesday 7 May 2025 6pm. If you encounter any accessibility challenges that hinder your ability to apply within the stipulated timeframe, please contact us at info@trinitybristol.org.uk. We are committed to understanding your circumstances and providing the necessary support to facilitate your application process.

Trinity Recruitment Policy

Equal Opportunities

Trinity Community Arts is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, socio-economic class. A commitment to equality of opportunity is a necessary qualification for any job within the organisation.

Safeguarding

A Basic or Enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check may be required for some posts, in line with our Safeguarding Policy.

Ex-Offenders

Trinity supports the rehabilitation of ex-offenders and is committed to ensuring that suitable skilled employees are not excluded from this post, where this does not conflict with our Safeguarding Policy.

Destination Old Market is produced by Trinity Community Arts and is part of the City Centre and High Streets Culture and Events Programme, funded by Bristol City Council and the West of England Combined Authority. The initiative aims to attract more visitors to the City Centre, boosting local businesses and the economy.