OVERVIEW
Dreaming of a ceremony with the perfect combination of sentiment and authenticity? With a dash of good humour and an engaging delivery? Jane Dawson is a professional NSW marriage celebrant with a modern approach. Couples love Jane for her natural warmth, cheeky sense of humour, and bespoke approach to her work. Your journey to an unforgettable ceremony starts with a get-to-know-you chat with Jane!
Jane Dawson rejects the idea that elegant wedding ceremonies need to be boring, stuffy, or cheesy. With Jane, this poignant part of your celebration can be exactly as you want it to be. Ceremony scripts by Jane are full of life, joy, and the perfect amount of laughs. Share your anecdotes, in-jokes, favourite readings, and important rituals, and Jane will weave them into a beautiful, personalised ceremony made from scratch, just for you.
"Jane was an absolutely amazing celebrant, and I would highly recommend her! We were originally going to have a scuba diving wedding as Jane is a diver, and she was happy to marry us underwater. Still, we had two years delay, so instead had a stand-up paddle board ceremony. Jane was really thoughtful and helpful with all of the planning in the lead-up. She had great ideas for how it would all come together. She helped us create a unique wedding that reflected who we were. She was friendly and lovely and made us feel comfortable with the whole process and all the decisions we needed to make." - Nikki E.
What you'll love about working with Jane Dawson Celebrancy for your NSW wedding:
Highlights of working with Jane Dawson Celebrancy for your NSW wedding:
"From the moment we first met Jane we knew she was the perfect celebrant for us. She was extremely down to earth, bubbly, professional, enthusiastic, and, most importantly fun! Jane made the whole experience so joyful, stress-free and absolutely seamless. On the wedding day, everything fell into place perfectly, and she did an amazing job at putting us at ease. It was the most beautiful day. We will cherish these memories forever. We cannot recommend Jane enough!" - Catherine G.
About
My goal is to transform your wedding into an unforgettable, personalised celebration aimed at professional couples who are seeking a touch of fun and refreshment. I have a knack for infusing light humor and charm into your ceremony which I will tell as a story that is as unique as you are. My seamless blend of professionalism and approachability I will remove all the stress and hassle from the wedding journey making the experience as enjoyable as the ceremony itself.
Mrs Jane Dawson
Owner/Director
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Service Area Mid and Lower North Coast, Sydney
FAQ
You legally must have your NOIM back to your celebrant at least 1 month before your ceremony. There are certain occasions when a "Shortening of Time" is required and that is when you are NOT able to give a month's notice for example due to health reasons & that will be assessed by the court and you would have to provide proof that you require "A Shortening of Time".
No, at the time of booking you will be asked for a booking fee 25% of your fee and then 1 month before your ceremony the balance is due. There are other payment plans on request to help spread the cost, so you can secure me as your celebrant for your special day.
No, I provide a top-of-the-range, Bluetooth, wireless speaker, and mic. I also have a backup Pro Bose S1, which is wireless and Bluetooth. No extra cost for you there!
As a celebrant, you are responsible for all the legal documents, if this is wrong you the couple have lots of issues later down the track with name changes, visas, passports etc.
I spend time completing and ensuring all the details you request are in your ceremony.
That we fun on time, so your other vendors are getting food out hot, and photos and music are on time.
I send questionnaires to you so I can create a beautiful original "Love Story" for you on the day.
I print your vows and your script to bring on the day.
I ensure I am there on time, 1 hour before, and liaise with all your other vendors so we work together.
I call your photographer to review the cues a few days before the ceremony.
I warm your guests up so we have a relaxed ceremony and they feel included and valued.
I coordinate the whole ceremony so it's fun, professional, and runs on time.
I assist your photographer to get the group & family photos, that's hard without the Mic!
I travel home and upload all your documents to Births, Deaths & Marriages
I include the FEE for your marriage certificate from Births, Deaths & Marriages and pay that on submission of your documents.
I follow up to check everything was ok and that you received your Marriage Certificate.
And much more time spent on calls and meetings with you to ensure your day runs as you imagine it too.
On my questionnaire, I ask what your colour scheme is and I complement that, I do not wear floral or patterned outfits unless its fitting for the circumstances.
Depending on where you are in location to the (Mid-North Coast) there may be some small travel fees to cover the cost of fuel and time on the road. Every ceremony is in a different location. This will be transparent and discussed in our first conversation.
Yes, I have 2 professional wireless PA systems so there's no interference and they can easily connect so no words are missed and your guests hear everything.
I will be there with you for support, no you don't need to use the mic. I do most of the talking, so you can enjoy your "Love Story" and all you have to say are your legal vows. I've got you!!!
I stay long enough to see you receive all your hugs and kisses, grab a quick pic with you both and help your photographer gather everyone for the photos then I scoot off home and upload all your documents and you enjoy the rest of your day!
Don't worry, I am there for you and I will have the tissues ready, we will just hold off, I will keep the guests occupied while we get you sorted and fix up that makeup and then we continue when you're ready. It's all good, you most probably haven't done anything like this before its real and raw and beautiful and they are happy tears so were all good with that. It's beautiful and brings emotion in, your allowed to cry!
Your usual name! You have to sign the marriage certificate before you are considered legally married and eligible to change your name. So no need to practice that new signature just yet!
May 2023
May 2023
Jane Dawson Celebrancy
Emma & Jason, what can I say? That dreamy wedding at Long Reef Golf Club was stunning, you two looked amazing. I loved being a part of your fun, romantic day. It's great reliving your "Love Story" with all your friends and family alongside you. I am so pleased you enjoyed it, it was the best day and certainly one to remember:) you were both fun to work with, you were relaxed, and it showed as you enjoyed your ceremony as much as I did writing and delivering it. Wishing you all the best for the future. xxx
March 2023
Jane Dawson Celebrancy
Eliza, thank you for giving me “gold” to work with:) it was an honour to be your celebrant, the venue, the crowd and especially you two and your gorgeous boys were amazing. I too had the best time:) wishing you all the best xx
April 2024
Jane Dawson Celebrancy
Sophie, Thank you for your review, I love getting to know my couples and you certainly are making it fun. I am always here and if there's something you want to create or make happen, I will certainly do my best to make your day the best day ever. Were in this together, I will make it stress free and fun, can't wait to catch up xx
March 2024
Jane Dawson Celebrancy
Ladies, thank you so much, it was an honour to be there for you and celebrate with you. You were so much fun which then reflects in your day. I loved meeting you and all your guests. I wish you and your gorgeous family all the best and I will be following along on Insta 😘
Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, Jane Dawson Celebrancy offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceWhat tasks does a celebrant perform?
What are some of the things we could lean on our celebrant for, apart from the actual ceremony?
Jane Dawson Celebrancy
Your celebrant is your go-to for pretty much everything, including moral support leading up to and during the ceremony. You should build a great connection with your celebrant as they are telling your "Love Story" they pretty much know you like a friend.
If it rains I run around and wipe the seats for your guests, play your music, checked your guests are ok, and informed your parents where they are sitting. Kept your partner whos waiting for you calm, and supplied the tissues as you cry happy tears.
I liaise with all your other vendors so we are all working together as a team, stepping aside while your very expensive photographer gets those beautiful shots of you both.
As your celebrant, I check your signing table and all the small details you told me you wanted are in place so when you walk down the aisle it's just how you imagined.
I check all your documents and do all the Legal paperwork so you receive your marriage certificate in good time after your ceremony.
It's your dream day and I will my best to ensure your day is awesome, as would any celebrant.
MC - I am an MC, on request, and for an additional fee I am able to offer you peace of mind that your day will run smoothly.
How to include our mums in our wedding
Hi there, would love some different ideas of how we can each include our mums at our wedding, maybe something non-traditional but meaningful. Thank you
Jane Dawson Celebrancy
Your mum could walk you down the aisle with your dad.
You could ask her to hold your flowers when you reach the front.
Mum, could hold the rings or do a reading/poem.
It's lovely for your mum to walk down the aisle with your siblings, to make an entrance and make her feel special and included.
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Shelley & Andy, ah we all had the best time, thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. I am honored that you chose me to play a small part in your wedding. Your place was amazing and I honestly felt like part of the family when I left. The Scottish handfasting was beautiful and you have a little keepsake too. I think everyone let their hair down and had a ball or a rave:) I really enjoyed delivering your ceremony, your "Love Story" was so beautiful. Wishing you both all the best with lots of laughs and along the way xxx