Storyteller/Performer (m/f/d) with a Middle Eastern/Arabic appearance for "Gamescom 2026"

We are casting for a new Storyteller role for a large Gamescom 2026 booth project in Cologne.

For this role, we are looking for a male or female performer with a Middle Eastern/Arabic appearance and a natural talent for storytelling.

The Storyteller should be warm, theatrical, engaging, and able to tell different stories, each approximately 10 minutes long, live in front of visitors. The stories should feel natural and personal, not read aloud. A natural Arabic accent is welcome, but only if it feels authentic.

The role requires a confident stage presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to connect with an audience in a live event setting.

Profile Details:

• Male or female performer
• Experience in acting, theater, storytelling, hosting, or performance
• Warm, natural, and engaging presence
• Confident speaking in front of visitors
• Able to tell stories freely and naturally, not read aloud
• German and English skills
• A natural Arabic accent is welcome, provided it is authentic
• Based in Cologne or able to arrange accommodations there (optional, but please let us know)

Please apply only if you meet the following key requirements:

• Middle Eastern/Arabic appearance
• Full availability for all project days from August 25–30, 2026
• Able to issue a valid invoice

Please include the following in your application:
• Resume or short profile
• 4–5 recent photos, including face and full-body shots
• height and clothing sizes
• details about your experience in acting, storytelling, moderation, or performance
• language skills
• confirmation of availability for all days from August 25–30, 2026
• confirmation that you are able to issue a valid invoice
• email address & Instagram account name or link, if available
• showreel, acting video, or speaking video, if available