Ara Raad is a dynamic and physically skilled actor whose versatility spans screen, stage, and stunts. With cultural roots across the Middle East, Persia, and Latin America, and fluency in English (US accent), Farsi, and conversational fluency in multiple Middle Eastern languages, Ara brings global depth and authenticity to every role.
An Australian citizen and eligible to work in New Zealand, Ara is a true international performer. His acting is informed by lived experience, a magnetic screen presence, and an impressive range of action and physical capabilities. Currently undertaking formal stunt training, Ara already boasts semi-professional athleticism in soccer, martial arts (including boxing, wrestling, karate), rock climbing, swimming, and more. He is trained in military movement, combat sports, weaponry, and vehicle handling, including motorcycles and both manual and automatic cars.
Ara Raad
Actor / Action / Commercial / Voice
Age Range
30—45
Height
180cm
Eye Colour
Black
Hair Colour
Black
Ethnicity
Middle Eastern / Persian / Latino / Hispanic
Based In
Auckland, New Zealand, Sydney, NSW, Australia
Natural Accent
Persian
Accents
American Standard, Indian, Iraqi, Israeli, Italian, Middle Eastern, Pakistani, Persian, Spanish
Voice Style
Accents / Animation / Character / Retail - Hard Sell / Retail - Soft Sell / Smooth / Video Games / Voice Acting
Artist Resume
Theatre
Year
Role
Production
2022
Peter/Edvin/German Soldier
Georgina
Dir. Dr Annishka Oska
Feature Film
Year
Role
Production
2024
Undisclosed
M3gan 2.0 (post-production)
Atomic Monster for Universal Pictures (US)
Dir. Gerald Johnstone
2022
Asgard Guard (Featured Extra)
Thor: Love and Thunder
Marvel Studios
Dir. Taika Waititi
Short Film
Year
Role
Production
2023
Father (Supporting)
She is Real
Dir. Hanqi
2022
Security (Supporting)
Macquarie University
Dir. Beth
2021
Driver (Supporting)
Acts of Kindness
Dir. Henry Zalapa
2021
Vincent (Supporting)
Coming of Age
Dir. Marcus Croese
Television
Year
Role
Production
2021
VO Actor / Featured Extra
Mr Inbetween
Jungle Entertainment
Dir. Nash Edgarton
Music Video
Year
Role
Production
2022
Police Officer
Jatinder Brar
Web Series
Year
Role
Production
2022
Egyptian Sushi Guy
Miniseries Superwog
Superwog
Commercial
Year
Role
Production
2023
Lead
Jack Nimble
Shopback
Dir. Sejon Im
2023
Karate Sensei (Support)
Kayo
Kayo
Dir. Alex Roberts
2022
Father (Lead)
Crater
University of Wollongong
Dir. Simon Morehead
2022
Lead
Playlab
Markot
Dir. Alan Harca
2022
Soccer Fan (Lead)
SBS World Cup Campaign
IPC
2021
Support
The National COVID-19 Vaccine Campaign
BMF Advertising
Voice Over
Year
Role
Production
Case Manager
Altura
Altura
Dir. Adrienne Sun
Training
Year
Role
Production
2023
Stunt Action Consultant
Stunt Training
Ray Antony
2023
Nurturing Resilience in Vulnerable Acting Workshop
Dir. Dr Mark Seton
2022
Masterclass with Micaeley Gibson
Sydney Acting School
Dir. Micaeley Gibson
2022
Masterclass with Steive Ray
Sydney Acting School
Dir. Steive Ray
2021
Screen and Media
TAFE
2008
Acting Skills
Eshragh College (Iran)