Fraser Orford is a professional host, MC, and facilitator who has worked across Australia and internationally. His clients have included Westpac, INCUBATE, TEDxSydney, AIME, PauseFest, and SXSW Sydney.
He hosted the inaugural Saxton Live in Melbourne and the first two seasons of Saxton’s Let’s Talk podcast, featuring guests such as Layne Beachley, Natalie Kyriacou, and Kate Ceberano. Known for his warmth, wit, and professionalism, Fraser brings energy and style to every engagement and has a unique ability to both elevate a room and put audiences at ease.
From 2016 to 2022, Fraser was a Curator for TEDxSydney, programming speakers and performers for the flagship annual event, as well as TEDxSydney’s Pitch Nights, Salons, and Youth events. He has also hosted sessions, interviews, and panels for TEDxYouth@Sydney and TEDxSydney. Talks he helped bring to the stage—including those by Eddie Jaku OAM, Grace Tame, Jahan Kalantar, and Yve Blake—have collectively received more than 4.2 million views across official TED platforms.
Alongside his speaking and hosting, Fraser has spent more than a decade working in the commercial theatre sector across Australia, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the UK. He has held roles with leading organisations including Ambassador Theatre Group, GWB Entertainment, Michael Cassel Group, Opera Australia, The Everywhere Group, and London’s National Theatre. His experience spans theatre, musical theatre, immersive performance, and large-scale public art. Notable theatre credits include Disney’s The Lion King, 1984, An American in Paris, and People, Places & Things. His immersive theatre credits include Peaky Blinders: The Rise, The Traitors: Live Experience, Peppa Pig’s Surprise Party!, and Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular.
Fraser is currently General Manager of THE HERDS for The Walk Productions, a large-scale global artwork that featured a herd of life-size animal puppets travelling 20,000 km from the Congo Basin to the Arctic Circle between March and July 2025.
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MC & Event Host
Fraser Orford is a polished and professional MC trusted by leading brands and cultural institutions across Australia and internationally. He brings energy, clarity, and control to every stage, whether hosting a high-impact corporate event or moderating a complex panel.MC & Event Host
With over a decade of experience in live events, broadcast, and theatre, Fraser has hosted for Westpac, TEDxSydney, SXSW Sydney, and many other corporate and cultural programs.
Fraser is the easiest part of your event. He’s meticulously prepared, works seamlessly with production teams, and keeps everything running on time. His background in live performance means he’s confident under pressure and quick to adapt, ensuring your event stays sharp, engaging, and on track.
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The impact of muscle dysmorphia | Q&A with Scott Griffiths | TEDxYouth@Sydney
Fraser is a sought-after MC, interviewer and panel facilitator. Since 2016 he has been a Curator for TEDxSydney where, in addition to their annual mainstage event, he also programs speakers and performers for TEDxSydney's Pitch Nights, Salon and Youth events. Previously, Fraser has hosted sessions, interviews and moderated panels as part of TEDxYouth@Sydney 2017 and 2019 (Sydney Town Hall) as well as TEDxSydney 2017, 2018 and 2019 (Sydney Theatre, ICC Sydney).TEDxSydney 2018 | Fast Ideas | Fraser Orford | TEDxSydney
In this fun, fast paced segment, watch as members of the TEDxSydney 2018 audience joined us on stage to share their Fast Idea in 30 seconds flat in front of more than 5000 people! Fraser is a sought-after MC, interviewer and panel facilitator. Since 2016 he has been a Curator for TEDxSydney where, in addition to their annual mainstage event, he also programs speakers and performers for TEDxSydney's Pitch Nights, Salon and Youth events. Previously, Fraser has hosted sessions, interviews and moderated panels as part of TEDxYouth@Sydney 2017 and 2019 (Sydney Town Hall) as well as TEDxSydney 2017, 2018 and 2019 (Sydney Theatre, ICC Sydney).Faster Ideas | Faster Ideas | TEDxYouth@Sydney
Join host Fraser Orford as he hears seven such ideas, and stay tuned at the end of the video for a special impromptu performance for the people of New Zealand in response to the devastating Christchurch attacks in March 2019. Faster Ideas gives members of the TEDxYouth@Sydney 2019 audience the chance to share their ideas in 30 seconds flat! This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.Fraser Orford is a wonderfully gifted, natural communicator. His ability to effortlessly move between humour and serious commentary marks both his quality and intellect. Perhaps it's his fam ... keep reading Dr Gill Hicks AM MBE
