Jake was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley. He studied at the College of Fine Arts at Boston University where he graduated with a BFA in Acting and was awarded the Bette Davis prize for Outstanding Performer. He returned to Los Angeles and worked in episodic TV including The Middle, Awkward, and The Real O'Neal's on ABC. For the past five years Jake has worked with James Cameron on the AVATAR film sequels. Throughout his career, Jake has continued to study acting in LA and assist top casting directors and teachers. Jake has taught at SOCAPA NYC since 2022.
