I am a Manchester-born actress and playwright with diverse experience in TV, film, and theatre. I have recently been involved in TV series such as 'The re-education of Brianca Brixton' and have played lead roles in shorts circulating major film festivals. I also direct and produce, recently working on my first play ‘Domino’ and supporting homelessness charities through ticket sales. I enjoy taking on a variety of roles both onstage and onscreen, ranging from police officer to motherly characters. Alongside acting, I have a passion for storytelling and theatre production, continually expanding my skills and experiences in creative projects.

Emma Turner

I am a Manchester-born actress and playwright with diverse experience in TV, film, and theatre. I have recently been involved in TV series such as 'The re-education of Brianca Brixton' and have played lead roles in shorts circulating major film festivals. I also direct and produce, recently working on my first play ‘Domino’ and supporting homelessness charities through ticket sales. I enjoy taking on a variety of roles both onstage and onscreen, ranging from police officer to motherly characters. Alongside acting, I have a passion for storytelling and theatre production, continually expanding my skills and experiences in creative projects.

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I am a Manchester-born actress and playwright with diverse experience in TV, film, and theatre. I have recently been involved in TV series such as ‘The re-education of Brianca Brixton’ and have played lead roles in shorts circulating major film festivals. I also direct and produce, recently working on my first play ‘Domino’ and supporting homelessness charities through ticket sales.

I enjoy taking on a variety of roles both onstage and onscreen, ranging from police officer to motherly characters. Alongside acting, I have a passion for storytelling and theatre production, continually expanding my skills and experiences in creative projects.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Actress at Various Film, TV, and Theatre Companies
January 1, 2018 - Present
Portrayed varied characters across multiple mediums including feature films, TV series, short films, and theatre. Notable roles include Brenda Brown in 'The Re-education of Bianca Brixton', Jenny Jones in the feature film 'The Binding Tides', and Sian Tushingham in the television series Emmerdale. Worked with companies such as ITV studios, VRASP Productions, and Keeping It Reel. Produced and directed theatrical productions including 'Domino', donating proceeds to homelessness charities. Experienced in working on BFI-backed and festival-circulating films.
Police Officer (Role) at Keeping it Reel
December 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Played the role of Police Officer Jenny Jones in the feature film THE BINDING TIDES.
Actress at Kemikal Films
December 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Portrayed the character Daisy in the feature film ECHOES OF HIM.
Actress at VRASP Productions
December 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Acted as Brenda Brown in TV series THE RE-EDUCATION OF BIANCA BRIXTON.
Actress at ITV studios
December 31, 2019 - July 17, 2025
Played the role of Sian Tushingham in the television series EMMERDALE.
Lead Actress at Moving Parts Media
December 31, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Played the lead role in the short film PERPETUITY.
Actress at Neon Picturehouse Ltd
December 31, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Played the role of Drunk in short film FALLEN WORLD directed by Joseph Morel.
Director and Playwright at Bthechange Theatre
January 1, 2025 - Present
Directed and produced first play 'Domino' donating ticket sales to homelessness charities.
Actor at Keeping it Reel
December 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Performed as Jenny Jones (Police Officer) in the feature film 'The Binding Tides'. Participated in multiple other films and theatre performances with this production company.
Actor at Kemikal Films
December 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Played role of Daisy in the feature film 'Echoes of Him'.
Actor at VRASP Productions
December 31, 2025 - July 17, 2025
Portrayed Brenda Brown in the TV series 'The Re-education of Bianca Brixton'.
Actor at ITV Studios
December 31, 2019 - July 17, 2025
Played the role of Sian Tushingham in the television series 'Emmerdale'.
Playwright and Director at Bthechange Theatre
January 1, 2025 - Present
Directed and produced first play 'Domino', donating ticket sales to homelessness charities.

Education

Diploma in welfare studies at North Trafford College
July 17, 1998 - July 17, 2000
CIPD learning and Development at Stockport College
July 17, 2002 - July 17, 2003

Qualifications

Enhanced DBS Certificate
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025
Valid UK Passport
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025
Driving License
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025
Enhanced DBS
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025
Enhanced DBS
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Valid UK Passport
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025
Driving license
January 11, 2030 - July 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
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