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Screen Actors & Performers: Open Call

Touchstones Rochdale

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  • Job Title: Screen Actors & Performers: Open Call
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours:
    Part time
  • Artform: Film
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Fri, 24 Jul 2026

  • Location:

    North West

Job Summary

We are looking for actors and performers to be involved in original content created by young people as part of upcoming Touchstones projects. This is an open call to register your interest in being part of our creative work with young people in Rochdale and surrounding boroughs.

Job Description

Touchstones Rochdale are looking for actors and performers to take part in the production of original content created by young people as part of upcoming Touchstones projects, including starring in a short film being produced in October and November 2025.

Actors in our open call will be considered for roles in a brand new original short film, written, directed, produced, and crewed by young people from Rochdale.

What We Offer:
– The chance to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and inspire new young filmmakers in the community,
– Support from Touchstones’ creative team and partners,
– Competitive daily rates (minimum 3 filming days at £100/day and additional day for rehearsal/pre-production – the final requirements are dependent on project requirements and will be discussed during onboarding to the project. Daily hours will be set at 10am-4pm with possible shifting based on shooting needs),
– Professional development and networking opportunities.

Job Requirements

To join us as a performer for this opportunity, you must:
– Be aged 18 or over,
– Hold demonstrable acting credits (stage, screen, or digital),
– Be able to travel to Rochdale and other local venues as required,
– Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative approach,
– Show a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion,
– Be open to working with inexperienced writers and emerging creative teams.

Touchstones is committed to removing barriers, promoting equal opportunities, and celebrating diversity. We particularly welcome interest from local professionals and those from marginalised backgrounds, including the global majority, LGBTQIA+, d/Deaf, disabled, and working-class communities.

How to Apply

To express your interest in joining us for this exciting project, please provide:
– Your CV and/or a link to your Spotlight/portfolio,
– A headshot and a short self-tape or showreel (max 2 minutes),
– A brief statement about your experience and interest in performing work by young people, including (max 300 words or 2-minute video/audio).
Please send your interest to the email provided with the Subject ‘Actors Open Call’ followed by your name.
The application window will close at 23:59 on Friday 24th July 2026.

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