Just Jess Ceremonies

5.0  ( 3 reviews ) · Gold Coast, Brisbane & Surrounding Areas · Show Phone
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OVERVIEW

At Just Jess Ceremonies, it’s all about crafting a wedding ceremony that truly captures the unique love story and personality of each couple. Jess offers a variety of ceremony options, from intimate elopements to full-scale celebrations, making sure every ceremony is tailored to your style. Whether you're after something traditional or a little more spontaneous, Jess ensures everything is legally sound, so you can focus on enjoying your day.

Jess takes the time to get to know each couple in a relaxed, easy going way, listening to your journey and weaving those personal moments into the ceremony. She seamlessly blends a dash of humour, heartfelt moments, and all the feels that creates a lasting memory and a meaningful connection between you both and your guests.

From start to finish, Jess ensures all the finer details are taken care of, delivering ceremonies that are Relaxed, Relatable, and Real, just like you.

'Jess made our ceremony absolutely amazing and was a genuine delight to work with. She is so so friendly and really down to earth. By the time we got to our wedding day, my husband and I felt like jess was more of a friend than our celebrant. Jess created such a thorough and unique ceremony and helped us find unique ways to tailor our ceremony to match our personalities. We loved that she brought a relaxed vibe and Included humour. We loved having Jess with us for our big day and would recommend her to everyone and anyone - she is a pro!' - Hugh and Jess x

What you’ll love about working with Jess for your wedding:

  • Relaxed & Real Atmosphere: Jess prides herself on being laid-back and approachable, ensuring that planning your wedding ceremony is stress-free. 
  • Personalised Love Story: She carefully crafts each ceremony around the couple, ensuring it’s unique and personal to them.
  • Seamless Organisation: From helping with vows to sorting out the legal bits, she ensures everything goes off without a hitch. Plus, she’s got handy checklists and a personalised portal to keep you on track.

Highlights of working with Jess:

  • Genuine and Friendly Connection
  • Tailored and Unique Ceremonies
  • Professional and Supportive
  • Perfect Balance of Emotion and Fun
  • Relaxed and Relatable Vibe

'Highly, Highly Recommend Jess! My Husband and I agree that the ceremony was our favourite part of our wedding day because of Jess. She customised the ceremony, making us laugh, cry and everything in between and it felt like a friend recounting our love story and not another celebrant reading off a script.

Her professionalism leading up to the event was second to none, always answering questions quickly, assisting with the vow and name changing structure, she was a support through the entire process. A celebrant truly sets the tone of the wedding and I’m SO glad we picked Jess!' - 
Monique & Ethan x

About

Hey, I’m Jess! A laid-back, down-to-earth gal who’s all about making connections and unforgettable moments. I’ve got two lively daughters, a big, lovable golden retriever, and a love for sunny days, great cafes, and the next adventure. You’ll often find me staying active or planning the next holiday, but my true passion is crafting ceremonies that feel like “you,” with laughter, happy tears, and all the realness.

Jess Dowell

Business Owner


Packages

Exclusive Offer
The Whole Shebang

A classic wedding ceremony with PERSONALITY from $1290

Imagine a ceremony where your guests feel like an old friend is marrying you—someone who truly gets you, who knows what makes you laugh, what touches your heart, and who’s ready to lead everyone on a journey filled with all the feels. I take the time to understand who you are as a couple, so when your big moment comes, it’s not just a ceremony; it’s an experience.
It’s relaxed, it's relatable, it's real! Filled with moments that’ll leave you and your guests feeling all the good vibes, connected, and ready to celebrate your day to the fullest.

What you get:

  • Tailored Ceremony: A custom ceremony that captures your story, your style, and everything unique about you as a couple.
  • Planning & Vows Support: Access to a personalised planning portal, complete with resources to help you write your vows.
  • First Meeting: A relaxed first catch-up where we can just hang out, get to know each other, and talk through your vision and sign off the legal component.
  • On the Day: I’ll arrive an hour early to set the vibe, greet guests, and hand over your printed vows when the time comes.
  • BOSE S1 Pro: Microphone, portable speaker and Bluetooth for your ceremony music - which I'll happily play for you.
  • Paperwork Done: I’ll take care of the legal stuff, provide a commemorative certificate on the day, and submit your Official Marriage Certificate application so it arrives at your door.*
  • Unlimited Comms: Anytime, any day! We can talk, text, video call until you feel 100% ready for your big day.
  • Name Change Support: Post-wedding, I’ll send a follow-up email with tips for any name changes.
  • Flexible Travel: I travel up to 100km from my Tweed Heads home base.
  • Breezy Ceremony Length: The ceremony runs up to 30 minutes—keeping guests engaged and relaxed.

*full package only

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Effortless Elopements/Micro

SHORT & SWEET with all the trimmings - from $900

This package brings all the heart and personalisation of a full wedding ceremony but with a simpler, more intimate focus. Perfect for couples looking to keep things relaxed, it’s all about celebrating the present and future you’re creating together without diving too deep into the past. Whether it’s a private elopement with just the two of you or a cosy micro-wedding with a few guests, we’ll create a ceremony that reflects your unique connection in a way that feels meaningful and true to you.

  • Personalised Ceremony: A beautifully crafted, heartfelt ceremony focused on your connection and shared future.
  • Flexible Guest Options: Suitable for both intimate elopements and micro-weddings, so we can adjust guest needs accordingly.
  • Relaxed Planning: Forget the formalities and guest list stress—we’ll keep things simple and focus entirely on what makes your love story unique.
  • Location Flexibility: Pick a meaningful spot, or let me suggest some hidden gems that are perfect for a memorable, intimate ceremony.
  • Keepsake Vows: Printed copies of your vows to cherish and look back on over the years.
  • Optional Add-Ons: Add a PA system and music setup (with the “Bring the Bose” option) to set the perfect mood for your ceremony.
  • Stress-Free Coordination: I’ll take care of everything essential, so you can stay in the moment and enjoy every bit of your special day.
Exclusive Offer
Let's Get Legal

The bare MINIMUM - $600

Your House or Mine? Beach, park or restaurant? Whether you’ve just returned from a wedding celebration overseas or you’re simply looking to make things official, the Legals Only package is perfect for you. Think of it as a registry wedding, but with your own twist—you choose the location, the witnesses, and the time that suits you best.

All we need is a spot to meet up, something to lean on, and two witnesses to sign the paperwork - and you don't even have to know them ;)

And because I can’t help but sprinkle a little magic into the moment, I’ll throw in a short, sweet something to make it feel special.

Just a heads up, this option excludes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons. Let’s keep it easy and memorable!


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FAQ

I’ll be looking the part but not upstaging anyone! I tailor my outfit to match your vibe - whether it’s beachy, boho, or classic. Got something specific in mind? Just let me know, and I’ll dress the part!

You bet! I’ve got a solid portable PA system to make sure everyone hears your vows loud and clear, and I can play all your ceremony music too. Just pass me the playlist, and I’ll take care of the rest.

If you’re going for an unplugged ceremony, I’m happy to give your guests a friendly nudge to pop their phones away. That way, they’re totally present and not watching through a screen!

As many as you like! I’m all for a good chat (or a coffee catch-up) to plan your ceremony, but we can also do most things online if that’s easier. Whatever keeps it fun and easygoing!

If there’s an invite, I’ll never say no! Whether it’s a glass of bubbles or a quick coffee, I love sticking around to celebrate with my couples - it’s one of the best parts of the day.

Think of me as a mate who knows your story. I’ll keep things relaxed, keep everyone smiling, and add a touch of romance. The goal? To make it feel like a friend’s up there marrying you, someone who gets you and makes the day feel just right.

Absolutely! I’ve got plenty of tricks for calming nerves. Whether it’s a cheeky grin or a quiet pep talk, I’ll make sure everyone feels comfy and ready to say “I do.”

Anywhere you can imagine! Whether it’s barefoot on the beach, in a lush rainforest, beside a waterfall, at the top of Q1, or even somewhere with a jaw-dropping gorge view - if you’ve dreamt it, I’m ready to make it happen. I’m up for any adventure, and if there’s a special place that means something to you, let’s do it there!

No stress at all! I’ll craft a ceremony that keeps you relaxed and lets your love story shine. No need to memorise anything - I’ll handle the flow so you can focus on the moment.

Too right! I’ll be there early to meet guests, test the gear, and make sure everything’s smooth sailing so you can just relax and enjoy the day.


3 reviews 5.0 Write a Review

November 2024

words cannot describe how much we adore Jess. Such an amazing soul and celebrant and our process / day would not have gone the same without her. She takes the time to get to know you as a couple and as people. Jess married us a week ago and I honestly cannot be any more grateful for her than I already am. I not only had a great experience but hopefully gained a friend. Can't wait to catch up next time you're in brissy girlfriend. Bring on some bevies. Thanks again beautiful for such a great experience. Xx

Jess C.

Just Jess Ceremonies

Oh wow, I’m sitting here with the biggest smile—thank you so much for those beautiful words! It was truly an honor to be a part of your special day, and getting to know you both was an absolute joy. I’m so grateful our paths crossed, and the thought of gaining a friend along the way makes it all the sweeter. You know I’ll be in Brissy with bells on for those bevies! Can’t wait to catch up and relive the magic over a drink or two. Sending all my love and a big cheers to you both! Xx

November 2024

We recently had Jess marry us and we couldn’t recommend her highly enough! Jess’ communication throughout the whole process was clear and the pre wedding questionnaire was really straightforward. We had many questions from our guests asking how we knew Jess and if she was a friend of ours, because of how well she relayed our story during the ceremony. Jess made us feel so comfortable and we really loved having her as a part of our day.

Lach S.

January 2023

You need Jess as your celebrant. Simple as that! Jess is down to earth and very easy to get along with. She is real - which was very important to us when choosing someone to play such a large role in our wedding day. Everything with Jess ran super smoothly from start to finish and we cannot thank her enough for being so special to us.

Jaimilee


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