Carmela Karipis is a talented young actress, singer, dancer, and model. With training from the prestigious National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), she has quickly made her mark in feature films, TV series, commercials, and musical theatre.
Carmela’s versatility shines through in her performances, from her role in Annie Jr. and Monana Jr. to her appearance in music videos for artists like Ed Sheeran and Stand Atlantic.
She is also set to release her debut single, So Go On, in March 2025. Passionate and dedicated, Carmela continues to inspire and captivate audiences with every project she takes on.
Carmela has been featured in Showreel time!
Carmela Karipis | Showreel
Carmela has been featured in Feature Film – Robinhood [2025]
Carmela appeared in the indie feature film Robinhood, featuring in a school scene where she sat alongside the lead actress. As the only child from Sydney, she brought authenticity, presence, and professionalism to the production, contributing to the film’s engaging storytelling and immersive atmosphere.
Filmed September 2024, Melbourne University, Melbourne, Australia.
Carmela Karipis | Robinhood Feature Film – Student [IMDb Credit] – Melbourne Shooting
Carmela Karipis & Venky Kudumula – BTS Robinhood Feature Film – Student [IMDb Credit] – Melbourne Shooting
Carmela Karipis | Robinhood Feature Film – Student [IMDb Credit] – Melbourne Shooting
Carmela has been featured in Television – Channel 7 Spotlight! [2024]
Spotlight “Justice for Bronwyn” Segment
Carmela appeared in Channel 7 Spotlight! in the “Justice for Bronwyn” segment, portraying Chrystal Winfield, the 10-year-old daughter. She brought authenticity, emotion, and on-screen presence, helping to convey the segment’s important message about justice and family. Carmela’s performance added depth to the story, demonstrating her ability to connect with the audience and adapt to sensitive material with professionalism beyond her years.
This appearance highlights her versatility as a young actor, building on her experience across television, music videos, and short films, and showcasing her capacity to contribute meaningfully to impactful productions.
Filmed in 2024, Sydney, Australia.
Carmela Karipis | Television | Seven Network’s ‘Spotlight’ – ‘Justice for Bronwyn’ Winfield – Chrystal Winfield (10-year-old daughter of Bronwyn Winfield) [IMDb Credit]
Carmela Karipis & Maurice Parker, Director | Television | BTS Seven Network’s ‘Spotlight’ – ‘Justice for Bronwyn’ Winfield – Chrystal Winfield (10-year-old daughter of Bronwyn Winfield) [IMDb Credit]
Carmela has been featured in Television – Channel 9 Parental Guidance!
Carmela appeared in Channel 9’s Parental Guidance, produced by Eureka Productions (a Fremantle company), in Season 3, Episode 2: “Peer Pressure.” She delivered a thoughtful and authentic performance, contributing to the episode’s exploration of important topics affecting children and families. Carmela’s on-screen presence and professionalism added depth to the storytelling, demonstrating her ability to engage with socially relevant material.
Filmed in January 2025, Wollongong, Australia.
Carmela Karipis | Eureka Productions (a Fremantle company) | Channel 9 – Parental Guidance Season 3, Episode 2 ‘Peer Pressure’
Carmela Karipis and Melissa Maclean, Director | Eureka Productions (a Fremantle company) | Channel 9 – Parental Guidance Season 3, Episode 2 ‘Peer Pressure’
Carmela has been featured in Short Films!
Carmela has appeared in a range of short films, including Subjugator (dir. Yad Jauher), The Effect (dir. Aska Karem), Little Matchstick Girl (dir. Tegan Ware), and Proverbs 22:6 (dir. Sonia Qutami). Across these projects, she has demonstrated versatility, authenticity, and on-screen presence, bringing depth and charm to every role and showcasing her ability to adapt to a variety of genres and storytelling styles.
Filmed 2024–2025, Australia.
Carmela Karipis & Anthony Karipis | BTS ‘Proverbs 22:6’ Short Film – Children Trafficked
Carmela Karipis | BTS The Effect Short Film – Young Zainab [IMDb Credit]
Carmela Karipis | BTS – ‘Little Matchstick Girl’ Short Film [IMDb Credit]
Carmela Karipis | BTS – ‘Subjugator’ Short Film [IMDb Credit]
Carmela Karipis, Anthony Karipis, Sonia Qutami, Director/Producer and Melissa Cremascoli, Assistant Director | BTS ‘Proverbs 22:6’ Short Film – Children Trafficked
Carmela Karipis & Aska Karem, Director/Producer | BTS ‘The Effect’ Short Film – Young Zainab [IMDb Credit]
Carmela Karipis, Anthony Karipis and Tegan Ware | BTS – ‘Little Matchstick Girl’ Short Film [IMDb Credit]
Carmela Karipis, Jony Teperski, Yad Jauher, Director | BTS – ‘Subjugator’ Short Film – Sandra