Shaun Bliss Profile

Howdy,

I'm a born-and-raised New Zealander, growing up on a farm on the West Coast, where I spent my childhood doing what farm kids do—riding motorbikes, climbing trees, shooting, hunting and exploring the mountains and outdoors.

I've led a full and varied life, working across multiple industries. I served in the Army (R.N.Z.I.R, 2nd/1st Battalion, Alpha / Ranger company), where I saw active deployment, I've worked on gas rigs, tended bars, spent time with the Corrections Department (As a guard, not as a Crim) and become an Electrician —along with plenty of other experiences in between.

In my free time, I enjoy martial arts, archery, and keeping fit and active.

I’ve also had a taste of the industry before, working as an extra on the first three Lord of the Rings movies, while serving in the NZ Army.

For 10 years, I worked as a prison guard—essentially 40 hours a week of "acting" tough while secretly hoping no one big and scary called my bluff.