Jake Newell

Male Wedding Celebrant Gold Coast - Janda Events

THE NOT-SO-NEW KID ON THE BLOCK

A male wedding celebrant who is all about realness and good vibes, yewww!

Think you’ve seen this rugged head before but can’t quite place where? If you’ve attended a wedding in the past ten years (only those with good music) then chances are you’ve crossed paths with Jake. A talented musician, he has performed at and soundtracked well over a thousand weddings. This ‘background’ gives him a cache of unique insider knowledge on the role of Celebrant.

Although he’s still fresh to the marriage celebrant side of things, the experience he has gained as a wedding musician means he has seen things almost nobody else has. Stepping into the professional of marriage celebrant after witnessing the good, the great, the not-so-good and the downright cringey, in the form of a thousand or so real weddings is a heck of an advantage. Couple that with the fact that Jake was also a writer for one of Australia’s biggest media companies for a decade, means that he brings to the table a finely tuned and extremely relevant skillset.

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A man of many talents, not only is Jake a revered wedding musician, but he is also a proven and professional word slinger.

This is why the progression from musician to Gold Coast celebrant was such a natural and easy one. Having a wedding celebrant who’s got a way with words, knows how to craft a script and story, and has a wealth of wedding industry experience means you’re in the best possible hands.

A family man, Jake is a dad of three and is married to the amazing Lei (hey, that rhymes!). As you’d have already read, Lei is also a kickass celebrant celebrant and part (co-founder/director to be more accurate) of the Janda Fam. Lei reckons Jake still gives her butterflies and constantly cracks her up, and – with a business, kids and nearly a decade of marriage under their belts – sure;y that means they’re pretty bloody good humans!

Jake’s also a known empath – which means he’s attuned to the feelings and emotions of those around him. This gives him the rare ability to be able to connect with you and your partner on an emotional level. Something that’s incredibly important when it comes to crafting a bespoke ceremony script that truly reflects the essence of who you are, and what you’re passionate about, as a couple.

We’ll tell you straight-up; Jake is not a fan of generic wedding fluff. In fact, he detests it! He wants to talk about you guys, the highs and the lows, the good times and the bad, basically, everything that has led you to this incredible moment together, standing up there in front of all your favourite people.

So get ready to dig deep! Let’s hear it, all the ways in which you are grateful for your partner, the inside jokes between you two and all the hopes and promises for your future together.

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The realness is what makes you YOU and what will make your wedding so RAD!

Chilled out, good bloke, beach-lovin’ vibes with an attention for detail and a way with words. That’s what you’re in for. Most will attest that Jake’s the kind of guy you want to chuck your arm around and drink a beer with. He doesn’t take himself too seriously but believes that getting married is an important – and bloody beautiful – thing. Combine the serious with the silly. The emotional with the entertaining. Prepare for a lump in your throat and a load of laughs. Jake’ll have you and your guests feeling all of the feels.

Jake’s are the kind of ceremonies your guests will remark on long after your BDE has run it’s course. Yours will be the kind of ceremony you relive in photos, videos and your minds eye, with that face warming loved-up glow, for years to come.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The cost of a celebrant varies from state to state, but typically the cost of a marriage celebrant ranges from $400 to $1500+

A registrar is employed by a local authority and must take place in a registrar’s office. Unlike celebrants, the way in which they can conduct the ceremony is very limited, meaning the religious and spiritual content is kept to a minimum

The purpose of a celebrant is to legitimately and legally marry you in a location of your choice in Australia and to conduct the style of ceremony that you prefer.

A celebrant is a personal choice depending on the type of ceremony you want. Read reviews and have a face-to-face meeting to see if they fit your vibe.

They will want to get to know both you and your partner, how you met, the things you love most about each other and the funny nicknames you may have for one another.