Alongside Sam's acting career, Sam is the founder of Truth in Action, a Screen Acting Academy in Doncaster, where Sam coaches adults and young people in screen acting skill. The sessions combine practical on-camera technique, script analysis, character development, emotional truth and physical storytelling, helping actors develop confidence, make authentic choices and understand the demands of acting for the camera.

Sam has also collaborated with established industry professionals, including actor Clive Russell, Gaynor Faye and casting directors including Olissa Rogers delivering intensive screen acting workshops, and also delivers confidence-building and creative workshops within the local community for Public Health England.

Having trained in theatre, performing arts, production and screen acting, Sam is passionate about making professional screen acting training accessible, engaging and practical.

Sam's approach encourages actors to move beyond simply learning lines, exploring how to build believable portrayals, respond instinctively to scene partners and communicate compelling stories through the camera.

Sam Roccia | Professional Screen Actress & Screen Acting Coach

Sam Roccia is an award-winning professional screen actress, screen acting coach and filmmaker based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. With experience across film, television, theatre, commercials and voiceover, Sam brings professional industry knowledge and a passion for developing authentic and confident actors.

Sam is part of the ensemble cast of the forthcoming northern comedy feature Hot Flash hitting cinemas in January 2027, starring alongside Gaynor Faye, receiving Best Ensemble recognition.

As a filmmaker, Sam produced, wrote and directed and starred in the short film Mutton, which has received recognition, including selection and nomination for BEST Northern Debut at the BAFTA and BIFA qualifying Film Festival Women X.