Edinburgh Actor Detective Guide

We are looking for local talented actors to join the cast of our Historical Gems Walking Tour in Edinburgh.

This is a character led, fully scripted walking tour journeying through Old Town Edinburgh. Our detective character takes audiences on a thrilling adventure through the historical city, uncovering hidden history, unknown gems, and surprising secrets that most people wouldn’t even notice…

This is effectively a one-person show; all eyes on you. We’re looking for strong actors who are super confident and can comfortably embody the character of our eccentric, witty and enthusiastic detective.

You’ll need great outside projection, engaging storytelling abilities, and be a confident people manager. You’ll also need to be happy working alone, and outside – whatever the weather!

• The first round of auditions will be self-tapes.
• The second, an online meeting.
• Rehearsals will be plotted throughout January and February.

We are looking for actors who are:

• Characterful, expressive, and dynamic
• Engaging storytellers
• Very strong with outdoor vocal projection
• A local accent would be ideal, but others will be considered.

Please note: The tour time currently runs at 11am and 1pm every day, and the duration of the tour is 1hour 10mins. Terms and hours are flexible.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance, Zero hours contract

Salary: £30.00-£90.00 per day

Expected hours: 2 – 10 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Flexitime
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Tips

Application question(s):

• Based in Edinburgh (deal breaker)
• Good daytime availability (deal breaker)

Experience:

• Acting: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Edinburgh Actor Detective Guide
Expected start date: 29/01/2024