Jared Turner
G’day folks,
I’m Jared Turner - established actor, professional reader, and filmmaker
**LIMITED TIME OFFER: I’m new to this platform and offering FREE reading and workshopping for a limited time in exchange for reviews. Let’s connect and get your best work on tape!**
With over 25 years of experience in front of the camera, I know what it takes to deliver a memorable audition. My screen credits include leading and supporting roles in film and television projects for Netflix, Starz, MTV, Prime, AppleTV, and more, including Sweet Tooth, Spartacus, The Almighty Johnsons, The Shannara Chronicles, Power Rangers: Dino Fury & Cosmic Fury, Almost Paradise, 30 Days of Night, Underworld: Rise of the Lycans, 6 Days, The Convert, and Grafted.
I’ve also worked behind the scenes as a reader for top NZ casting agencies. I understand the audition process from both sides, and I’m here to help you bring your best work to every read—whether you need a strong scene partner, quick adjustments, or in-depth workshopping.
WHY WORK WITH ME?
* Professional Actor with Recognisable Credits – I’ve been through the process and know how to prepare for high-level auditions.
* Experienced Reader – Worked on film, TV, and theatre auditions at the highest level.
* Guest Lecturer in Audition Technique (Unitec - Stage and Screen) – I’ve worked with acting students to trust their instincts and own their choices.
* Instinct-Driven & Technical Approach – I’ll help you break down the scene, refine your take, and make it yours.
* Judgment-Free Zone – Whether you’re prepping for a big audition or just need a solid read, I’ve got you.
Auditions are your time to shine—let’s make sure you leave an impact.
Accents: Australian/NZ, US, UK (RP, London, Irish, Scottish), SA, and many more - just ask!
Jared Turner is a prodigious actor of Samoan, German and Scottish heritage. Born in New Zealand and raised in Australia, Jared studied for three years at Theatre Nepean in Sydney, graduating in 2000 and working across local and international film and television productions ever since.
Recently, Jared plays a leading role in New Zealand horror feature GRAFTED (2024), and a key supporting role in Lee Tamahori's epic action-drama THE CONVERT (2023) alongside Guy Pearce.
Other recent international roles include two seasons of Netflix's worldwide hit, SWEET TOOTH, a recurring role in three seasons of Hasbro's POWER RANGERS, and American-Filipino crime series ALMOST PARADISE. Locally, Jared has taken on roles in acclaimed crime dramas ONE LANE BRIDGE and THE BROKENWOOD MYSTERIES, and the television adaption of Eleanor Catton's Booker-prize-winning novel, THE LUMINARIES. A few career highlights include working alongside Michael Sheen and Bill Nighy on UNDERWORLD: RISE OF THE LYCANS, and one of his breakout roles playing a lead in cult-hit fantasy comedy THE ALMIGHTY JOHNSONS for three seasons.
Jared is a solid reader. Great actor will book again!
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Jared was so great and so patient. Exactly what I needed! Thank you!
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