Actor/Actress March of the Red Coats and NWMP Recruitment Experience

Job Position(s): Actor/Actress March of the Red Coats and NWMP Recruitment Experience

 

Actor / Interpreter – March of the Red Coat & NWMP Recruitment Experience
Seasonal | May–August | 14–40 hours per week

The Fort Museum of the NWMP and First Nations Interpretive Centre is seeking energetic and engaging individuals to bring history to life through our March of the Red Coat School Program and our immersive “Answer the Call: NWMP Recruitment Experience” Barracks Tour.

This role combines performance, storytelling, and visitor interaction, offering a unique opportunity to step into the past and help others experience it.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform in the March of the Red Coat school program (May–June)
• Portray historical characters in the NWMP Recruitment Experience (Barracks Tour)
• Deliver interactive, engaging, and educational performances for visitors of all ages
• Support daily operations when not scheduled for performances, including:
• Assisting with tours and interpretive programs
• Working in the Trading Post (gift shop)
• Enhancing the overall visitor experience across the site
• Contribute to other summer programming opportunities, including Musical Ride commentary

Requirements:

• Interest in history, storytelling, and public engagement
• Acting or performance experience is an asset, but not required
• Confidence speaking in front of groups
• Willingness to portray a variety of historical roles, including those outside your own gender identity when required for minor parts
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

What We Offer:

• A fun, supportive, and team-oriented environment
• Hands-on experience in live interpretation and historical performance
• The opportunity to be part of immersive programs that educate and inspire
• Continued opportunities in other roles (gift shop, tours, Musical Ride commentary) following the school program season

How to Apply:
Please email your resume to info@nwmpmuseum.com or drop off your resume in person at the Museum between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday to Sunday.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $15.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fort Macleod, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Since the position is offered in Part by Young Canada Works and Canada Summer Jobs, are you between the ages of 16-30, a Canadian citizen and either a current student or recent graduate?

Work Location: In person