Jade Yeong

New South Wales, Australia

Actor, Musician

Presenter, singer & actor. Committed, hard-working, positive energy, learner & do-er.

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Mock ABC National News
Mock ABC National News read for presenting showreel, September 2012. Enquiries please email mingyu.
Scene from acting showreel

Physical Details

Height:170 cm / 5ft 7in Hair color:Black
Ethnicity:Asian Hair length:Long
Skin color:Olive Hair type:Wavy
Eye color:Brown

Experience

2012

  • 4 min factual video on human rights : Narrator, New South Wales, Aus
  • AFTRS : Documentary: The Art of Interview with Robin Hughes (12 hrs), New South Wales, Aus
  • AFTRS : Introduction to Documentary-Making with Dylan Blowen (12 hrs), New South Wales, Aus
  • AFTRS : Research Skills for Television with Robyn Smith (21hrs, 6 wks), Sydney, Aus
  • The Hybrids : Lead singer (to May 2012), New South Wales, Aus
  • Short + Sweet Theatre Festival : 1 of 3 leads, Medical Officer, 'Train Reaction' (5 performances), Sydney, Aus

2011

  • The Hybrids : Lead singer, Sydney, Aus
  • NIDA : Presenting to Camera (24hrs, 16 wks), Sydney, Aus
  • NIDA : Screen Acting (48hrs, 16 wks), Sydney, Aus
  • Natela Dzuliashvili (Acting Teacher) : Michael Chekov: Mechanics of Emotions, Presence and Charisma (20hrs, 8 wks), Sydney, Aus

2005

  • 20 min documentary: Peace-building in Sri Lanka : Narrator, Colombo, Sri Lanka

2004

  • Australian Theatre For Young People : 3 x Forum Theatre performances, Sydney, Aus

2003

  • Australian Theatre For Young People : Actor in 'Performix' (8 performances, 2 wks), Sydney, Aus
  • Australian Theatre For Young People : 4 x 8 week courses in acting, physical theatre, Forum Theatre technique, Sydney, Aus

Acting

Acting experience:Previous unpaid speaking roles

Languages spoken

EnglishCantonese

Accents spoken

Australian
1) PRESENTER:

I aim to research, conduct interviews & present for fact-based programs whether on TV, web or film. I am keen to collaborate with directors & producers in creating new programs or strengthening existing ones. I draw from my background as an experienced workplace trainer & public speaker, as well as using my recent training at NIDA in presenting to camera & at AFTRS in interviewing & research skills for documentaries. I also am experienced in facilitating meetings and forums.

I have worked & volunteered in the not-for-profit sector in Australia & Asia for 15 years on diverse issues such as peace-building during civil conflicts, human rights, women & youth empowerment, marginalised groups within society, environmental sustainability, power of arts & culture in strengthening democracy. I hold Bachelor & Masters qualifications in the social sciences.

Additionally, I aim to further my experience in live presenting, whether this be for TV or events. I am keen to present for human interest & current affairs TV programs, at charity functions & other events.

2) ACTOR:

NIDA's 16 week training for screen acting & classes with Russian teacher Natela Dzuliashvili have been invaluable, together with earlier training with ATYP. Film & theatre are of interest me for different reasons. I enjoy developing my ability to act to the camera, being spontaneous yet consistent in quality, whilst surrounded by technicians. Theatre is exhilarating for its live environment & audience's energy which I enjoyed during the Short + Sweet 2012 festival and ATYP productions.

Music

Vocal ability:Lead singerLike to join a band:Yes
Vocal range:Mezzo-Soprano

Singing styles

PopRock

Favorite genres

PopRockIndieJazz
I love singing & continue to discover musical styles I enjoy performing!! I have been the lead singer of rock band 'The Hybrids' as part of a band coaching program at Big Music. We rehearsed & performed 21 songs at 3 separate gigs on Sep & Nov 2011 & May 2012. We ranged from classic rock like Hendrix, Beatles, Jefferson Airplane, Van Morrison through to more contemporary like U2, The Eels, Florence + the Machine, Ben Harper & diverse like Raphael Saadiq, Bettye LaVette, Lucinda Williams, Beth Hart.

I am also partial to blues, jazzy, funky beats as well as the tender or forlorn ballad or a fiery anthem. I'm also keen to learn spoken word, hip hop & scatting, plus improve my air trumpet!! I am seeking to perform live as much as possible to strengthen my stage craft & because I really love the energy & improvisation & discipline of playing to best support each band member.

Whether in an acoustic duo, rock band or a larger ensemble, I would be happy collaborating with a wide range of musicians.

I have written a variety of songs which later this year I will be culling, refining & looking for like-minded musicians to develop with me. I am also interested in helping others experiment & finish their songs.

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