Jessica Cusick

Jessica Cusick is a versatile actress, writer, and creative entrepreneur based in the North East of England. She is best known for her breakout starring role in the BBC Radio 1 Introducing Award-winning music video Faux Pas - I Hate Dancing. Her screen work includes a range of short films and feature films, notably Magdalene: A Girl Out of the Blue, written and directed by Gianlucca Balla, which received multiple awards at international film festivals. Alongside her acting career, Jessica has an extensive background in modeling and branded content. She has worked with a variety of established companies, with campaigns including York Fashion Week (runway and print), Keepmoat Housing (featured on Rightmove), Olivia May Boutique Fashion, P&O Cruises, Greene King, and Peppertree Creative. In addition to performance, Jessica is an experienced digital content creator and creative strategist whose work has reached millions of viewers across social platforms. She regularly collaborates with major brands on storytelling-led campaigns and is a guest speaker and workshop co-organiser, speaking on personal branding, on-camera confidence, creative entrepreneurship, and the importance of bridging creative passion with financial literacy. Jessica is also the writer of the romantic dramedy Between the Lines, a screenplay that explores authenticity, emotional connection, and the blurred lines between performance and real life. A passionate advocate for female empowerment and animal welfare, she uses her platform to encourage confidence, independence, and responsible care for animals. She trained in Theatre and Performance and holds a Joint Honours degree in Modern Foreign Languages from the University of Hull