Jenna Sutch

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Jenna Sutch is a multidisciplinary storyteller graduating from the prestigious Australian Film Television Radio School (AFTRS) with a Master's in Directing and the National Institute of Dramatic Arts (NIDA) with a degree in Acting. Jenna's unique approach to screen storytelling is rooted in 'invisible acting,' where subtle, nuanced performances are supported throughout the entire filmmaking process to create naturalistic screen moments that feel improvised. Her graduating project, Death Doula, exemplifies this approach and has garnered significant attention on the festival circuit, winning the 'Outstanding Director Drama' award at the Catalyst Content Festival and 'Best Student Series' at Melbourne Webfest. In 2024, Death Doula won 'Best Drama' and 'Best Student Film' at the South Australian Screen Awards. Currently, Jenna is weaving together an experimental documentary exploring memory, love, and loss through the lens of her 104-year-old grandmother, Cora, while also developing her debut feature film, Walls & Windows. Notable short films include COME INTO THE GARDEN (2018) & BEATS (2016) AWARDS: DEATH DOULA 2024 WINNER Best Drama South Australian Film Awards 2024 WINNER Best Student Film. South Australian Film Awards 2022 WINNER Outstanding Drama Director Catalyst Content Festival 2022 WINNER Best Student Series Melbourne WebFest 2022 Nominee Best in Acting Stareable Fest LA 2022 Nominee Best Pilot LA WebFest 2022 Honourable Mention Best Performance SeriesFest 2022 Nominee Best Pilot Asia Web Awards 2022 Nominee Best Actor & Best Short Film Sydney Webfest 2021 Finalist Screenmakers Conference Pitch-o-Rama COME INTO THE GARDEN 2018 Official Selection Short Film Cinefest Oz BEATS 2018 Semi-Finalist Best Short Film Gold Coast Film Festival 2018 Nominee Best NSW Short Film Indie Sydney Film Festival 2017 Nominee Best Drama AACTA’s Social Shorts OTHER ABILITIES: Pottery (Wheel & Handbuilding) Bouldering (Intermediate) Improvisation & Clowning (Captain Starlight) Physical Theatre (Devising) Contact Improv Stage Combat Alexander Technique Aerial Work Painting Sewing (Cert III, Fashion Design) Director (Masters, AFTRS) Writer Voice Artist Screen Acting Coach (NIDA Open) *Dual passport (AU/UK)