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Welcome! Our top voice actors for 2025 are hand-picked to offer the best vocal delivery, studio quality, cost and turnaround.
British voice actor with an engaging, soothing RP voice and a wide range of character voices. With over 20 years of experience, James specialises in voiceovers for video games, animation, documentaries, commercials, e-learning, and audiobooks.
Reassuringly warm and smooth with an edge of unique personality. Gives scripts a professional-yet-human feel. Fun to work with, easy to direct. Highly experienced.
Kitty is a British voiceover artist with a confident, conversational style and a naturally versatile voice. Her London-Estuary accent and easy going charm make her a great fit for a wide range of projects, from ads to explainers.
Margaret is a multi-award-winning British voiceover artist with a background in acting. She’s known for her warm, authentic delivery and versatility across both neutral British and native Geordie accents. Comfortable with a range of styles and characters
Andres is a talented character voice; he has recorded hundreds of Documentaries, Commercials, Corporates, Promos, Animations and scores of characters for Games.
Creative. Versatile. Youthful. Warm. A natural, conversational style with a cheeky twist. Own studio or Manchester and London based for in-person sessions.
Yan is a silky smooth, neutral British voice-over artist known for his approachable yet engaging vocal delivery. He's a great fit for commercials, explainers, corporate narration, eLearning, and also computer game and character voice work.
Highly experienced & versatile voiceover, with a neutral accent, positive energy & a smooth clear tone. Has a broadcast quality studio. Previous clients include Boots, Ikea, Tesco, Veet and Scholl.
Kevan has a wealth of experience in radio, television and video narration. Heard on just about every commercial radio station in the UK and on network TV too. Oh and the narrator in the Stanley Parable game of course!
English and Scottish voice actor. Elisa is a natural sounding voice over artist with a wide and varied client base. Youthful and fun, or more serious mature delivery. Daily sessions.
Tony Shepherd is a warm and friendly English voice actor with experience in radio and television. He is ideal for promos, adverts, narration and on-hold services.
Dan has a rich, articulate and engaging voice, that can be serious and low, fun and mid-pitched or excited and upbeat. Great for documentaries, corporate content, TV commercials and Radio Imaging.
Tiffany is an award-winning British female voice-over artist and actor known for her warm, professional, trustworthy and clear voice. Modern RP / neutral English accent.
Versatile, warm, sexy, bright and clear in many different characters and accents. Robert has been voicing for over 20 years and has been the voice of many brands, films, games and corporates. UK based.
Philip is ideal for a station voice or for use in promotional trailers, commercials, corporate, narrative, news presentation, radio presentation and interviewing.
Simon has a trustworthy, down to earth voice for commercials (straight or quirky). Also sincere and approachable for corporate, plus a wide range of accents and characters.
John is a warm, rich voice with a range from gravitas to light tones to irony. He has been a live launch continuity announcer for Channel 5, voiced numerous TV and cinema promos and is a radio presenter/interviewer. Have a listen, you have heard him...
Tom has a cheeky, natural, friendly and approachable tone. Great for real neutral or northern reads and brings a down-to-earth style to corporate or commercial scripts. Good comedy timing.
An extremely versatile everywoman who can deliver bright, fresh and natural sounding girl next door to smooth, silky and professional as well as a multitude of character voices. Sarah has a continually trending voice which is always in high demand!
Warm, welcoming, friendly voice. Distinctively rich bass that captivates across both high-energy and seductive low registers. London, Natural and MLE (Multicultural London Ethnic) accent.
Amy's voice is a versatile blend of Neutral UK with a London flair. However she has a diverse range from Neutral African to General American, and extending into character voices with comedic touches. With a vocal age range from youthful to mature.
Stevie’s voice is natural, conversational, and distinctly real – with a cool, resonant tone that connects. As a regular voice for Amazon, he's relatable and versatile, delivering standout reads with warmth and edge for primetime appeal.
Experienced voice for Radio & TV. Versatile vocal, Warm, smooth velvet, sultry tones. Precise, informative, to fresh bubbly and fun. UK based. Heard internationally.
Jaden is a Bristol-based, youthful energetic authentic Westcountry voice actor known for his versatile and authentic performances, characters and accents.
Experienced Documentary voice over artist. Heard almost every day on a TV documentary somewhere! London based. Naturally neutral, intelligent sound, also ideal for eLearning, business reads.
British male voiceover artist and actor with a friendly, engaging, authentic, ‘guy-next-door’ sound. Popular for commercials, promos, explainers, corporate narrations, e-learning modules and character performances.
Rich, warm, dark, powerful, humorous, dry, quirky, empathetic, mature. Is that all? Nope. Original voice of Classic FM UK, former FOX/Disney promo spruiker in the UAE. Likeable. Directable. Professional. Available. Step inside to hear more...
Versatile from rich, smooth and friendly to upbeat, power reads. Featured on a host of commercials for major brands, TV promos, narration and corporates. UK based.
An experienced, versatile voice with a warm, relatable late 30’s sound, from ‘Mum next door’ to punchy live music promos, clear corporate styles to character VO’s. Fast script turnarounds.
A unique voice with a natural style which is easily relatable to a youthful audience, suitable for TV and radio commercials, kids, games, corporate narration, web & promos.
Versatile California born VO based in the UK. Experience in all relevant fields of voice work. Trailers, corporate, animation, com. prod, television and more!
Friendly youthful Scottish female voice actor with a warm, adaptable style and a flair for character work, bringing authenticity and charm to every performance!
Natural, upbeat, warm, husky, sassy and commercial. Great for natural reads, promos, imaging, corporate. Adaptable range and great for character voices, including kids voices.
Emma has a refined and versatile voice, delivering tones that are warm, engaging, and effortlessly clear. Her style adapts seamlessly to a variety of projects, from polished corporate narration to expressive commercial reads.
A friendly British male voice offering a range of accents, with a natural light Geordie (Northern) accent. Fast turnaround, available for live directed sessions or self-recording, often within hours.
Neil Balfour, brings his natural neutral accent to his captivating and conversational voice, honed over 15 years as an award-winning Baritone, Actor, and Voiceover Artist. His versatility shines in narration, animation, gaming, and explainer videos.
Pete Gold is a highly accomplished voice-over, well known in the UK . From dry, knowing, commercial reads, to soft warm narration. Great comic timing. UK based.
Rachael has a soft East Midlands/ Northern accent which seems to be quite popular at the moment, though is comfortable with more neutral reads. A bright and versatile voice that lends itself well to scripts needing a younger, energetic, or chatty voice.
Need a Northern Irish voiceover? A fine mix of James Nesbitt, Eamon Holmes & Colin Murray. Great commercial & promo, energized, youthful, natural. Ireland's Finest. LONDON based.
Shiraz is a skilled British voice-over artist celebrated for her clear, warm mezzo-soprano voice. She specialises in commercials, explainer videos, and character work, offering a versatile range that suits a variety of projects.
Neutral accented UK Male Voiceover with a warm, natural tone. Blending a youthful cool edge, with an assured dash of intellect, credibility and experience.
Warm, relatable, friendly British male voice with a neutral or light native Lancashire accent, ideal for commercials, corporate narration, e-learning and character work with over 23 years' experience.
Warm, earthy, natural and engaging - an experienced and versatile British female voice with styles ranging from RP to more casual London tones. Able to lift dry, technical scripts and give them life!
British voice artist Alicia offers an approachable, versatile, warm, bright and professional voice for various projects, including commercials and corporate videos.
Richard has a smooth, deep, voice with gravitas. Traditional British accent, typically used for corporates, elearning, and upmarket commercials. Based in Belgium.
David Vickery has a conversational British voice, clearly spoken, without being geographically defined. You can find him on the BBC and rides at Legoland! He also does a mean Santa!
Scottish female voice with light accent. Vibrant, versatile. Natural and subtly husky, 20s-30s. Voice of TV, Radio, Online, Corporate, E-Learning, On-hold, In-stores. Studio with Source Connect. Happy to travel for in-person sessions.
One of the busiest UK Voice Talents working Internationally. Over 40 years experience in all fields. Versatile & friendly. Internet & Email delivery. Source Connect.
The voice of choice. From smooth, warm and sexy to streetwise, direct and powerful. Very versatile and fun to work with! Also available for London sessions.
Warm, natural and friendly, Emma's experienced in commercials, corporate work, audio books, branding, and programme narration. The voice of London Buses.
British female voice artist with an educated, warm, articulate, authentic tone and a hint of northern England, specialising in commercials, e-learning, and corporate narration. Clear enunciation, a lower register and a homely feel.
Inspiring, bright, breezy and natural 20s/30s voice talent, with a 'fresh' edge. Award winning. An expert in commercials, promo and narration. The young 'Mum' next door! Clients include Disney, Coca Cola and HSBC.
Calm and warm to quirky and vibrant, Bhav's versatile British voice, with urban and Indian accents, brings an authentic, grounded style across genres from commercials to gaming - combining range and effortless delivery. Always a joy to collab with!
From natural & friendly to hard-sell punchy power reads & everything in-between, Great for sales, promos, concerts, as well as informative explainer videos & corporates. Clients include; John Lewis, Argos, Heineken, Subway, Nestle, Jaguar, ITV and more.
Zesty, fresh, clear, upbeat and likeable: Helen is a double Sony Radio Academy Award-winning voice artist with incredibly commercial and versatile expression.
Warm, natural and distinctive contemporary British voice conveying discreet power and authority. The voice of movie trailers for No Time to Die, The King’s Speech and many others. And the voice of Santa on your Amazon Alexa!
Kate is an experienced, award-winning British female voiceover artist based in London, known for her warm, conversational tone that effectively conveys brand messages.
Relaxed and reassuring, positive, businesslike or bright and all the bits in between. Trisha's voice range is from age 30s to 50s. Her voice is naturally clear, warm and friendly with a neutral or Northern twang.
The Voice of Authority. A highly experienced voice-over artist with a traditionally British, deep, commanding RP voice and excellent diction. Hard sell, no-nonsense, friendly, soft sell and all shades in between. Over 30 years in the business.
A naturally northern voice that connects with warmth, resonance & authenticity. Dial down to soft neutral northern, or dial up to broad Lancashire/Manchester. 20’s–40’s. Multi-award nominated. Commercial corporate characters promo imaging narration.
A native of Derbyshire, Joan has a great range of characters and accents. Her R.P. is precise and reassuring. Own studio facilities. Multi-award winning narrator. UK based.
A versatile and current voice, from chatty down to earth reads, to upbeat and hard sell. Perfect for TV and radio commercials, promos, imaging, documentaries, explainer and corporate videos.
Warm, smooth, sophisticated and subtly Scottish. Versatile & professional, with over 30 years experience voicing commercials, corporates, documentaries, e-learning and IVR.
Experienced young voiceover, available for commercial and corporate recordings, ranging from late teens to late twenties. Home studio means good availability for directed sessions or self-records. UK based.
Youthful British voice actor with a warm and friendly voice that evokes warmth and trust. She offers a neutral English accent and can incorporate hints of an Essex accent, among others.
Approachable, natural to edgy attitude reads. Good range of characters. Native Northerner. 15 year's experience in voicing for radio, tv and corporate clients. UK based.
Belfast-born Andy has a soft, engaging Northern Irish accent. With a wealth of experience Andy’s voice is perfect for Commercials, Corporate, Documentary, E-learning, Telephony Systems and just about anything else you need a voice for.
Cool, warm and natural and yet with an intensity that goes all the way up to 11! Background as an actor and comedian. Authoritative without sounding pompous. UK based.
Smoky, contemporary London-based voice-over artist, known for her neutral British accent and confident, smooth, reassuring delivery - with gravitas! Versatile voice ideal for many types of content including commercials, corporate videos, e-learning, anima
Jaimie is a neutral British voice-over artist with a clear, articulate, and engaging tone. His well-balanced delivery makes him an excellent choice for informative scripts, explainer videos and e-learning content.
Upbeat 20s to early 30s, lively, friendly sounding voice over artist with the ability to voice cooler, deeper radio imaging and TV promos. Versatile voice from acting comical to more serious, warm and reassuring reads.
Clear, engaging and adaptable. Neutral British FVO with an added extra touch of Welsh warmth on request. The voice of the Great Western Railway (GWR) network.
Haleem is a young, dynamic voice-over artist with a fresh and engaging tone. He has worked on TV and radio commercials, corporate videos, and social media ads for clients such as Co-op, Rakuten, Cocio Chocolate, and Perlego.
Matt is a full-time voice actor known for his engaging, trustworthy, versatile and warm vocal qualities. He specialises in creating characters that resonate with listeners, getting a performance so that it matches the energy and intention of the script.
Elliott is an experienced radio presenter and voice over artist. He's popular with dynamic, warm, Neutral reads - but living in Birmingham can also speak with a good Brummie twang!
Natural, conversational, young British adult & teen sound. Neutral English, London or Indian-English accents. From cool, modern, real, to friendly, playful or comedic her acting talent brings commercials, narrations, animations, audio dramas to life.
Stacey is an award-nominated Black British voice-over artist based in London, known for her smooth, melodic, and dynamic delivery. Her voice exudes the warmth of an easy-going conversation, making her a versatile choice for various projects.
Margaret Cowen offers a warm, engaging voice for corporate, commercial, character, and explainer reads. With versatility and professionalism, she delivers high-quality voiceovers, making her a trusted choice for a variety of projects.
Professional voiceover artist based in Bristol, UK, specialising in warm RP accents for commercials, corporate content, and children’s entertainment. With 15+ years’ experience, she delivers personable, engaging voiceovers with fast turnarounds!
Warm, natural, believable or even ironic. In-show voice of many national TV shows and experienced live 'Voice of God' awards show announcer. Leading authentic football commentator voice over.
Caren is a versatile, experienced voice. Conversational, friendly, clear, warm, fun, authentic. Available for TV, Radio, Website, Documentary, E-learning, Audiobook. Clients include: Nespresso, The UN, World Health Organisation, Sky and many more.
Michael is a versatile British male voice-over artist with a light Manchester accent. Warm, friendly, and relatable, ideal for a range of projects including TV and radio commercials, corporate videos, explainer videos and sports promos.
An experienced, clear, reassuring and trust-worthy voice for TV and radio commercials. A neutral accent naturally suited to corporate projects, documentaries or other narrations as well as explainers and e-learning projects.
Friendly voice with character. Sarah is an extremely versatile actress who loves voiceover work! Genuine, funny and friendly to corporate, sexy businesswoman...
Natural, conversational male voiceover. Ideal for straight, chatty reads, with a versatile range of characters and impersonations. Voice of Santa for BBC Radio 2, ITV, Tesco, and Heart.
Warm, reassuring, trusted. A very experienced voiceover and a natural storyteller. Versatile enough to take you from commercial, complex medical and corporate, right through to character voices. “Effortlessly brilliant.”
Authentic & relatable RP voice with a bright, upbeat tone. Often cast as a youthful professional or millennial in playful, luxurious, & inspirational reads. Strong experience in video games, & a popular choice for complex legal & medical scripts.
Deep mature slightly northern relaxed voice. Mix of Newcastle (Geordie), Sheffield and Derbyshire accents - but can strengthen each separately if required.
Engaging, relatable and assured - Simon is an experienced voice actor with a variety of styles. Specialities include; corporate, commercial and contemporary promo reads.
An upbeat 20's and 30's male with friendly style for narrations & guy next door through to cool club for commercials. Authentic Brummie accent on request.
Current, relatable and extremely versatile, with characters, accents and impressions galore! Commercials, computer games, jingles, corporates and more. Clients include BBC, ITV, Nintendo Wii, Discovery Channel and Jaguar.
Warm, friendly voiceover with bags of talent, experience, and sparkle! Native northerner, but can say "barth" OR "bath" - depending on your preference...
Corporate and Commercial voiceover from Ireland; experienced in narratives for corporate videos, IVR and on-hold, plus commercial reads. Bebo, Dell, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Mastercard...
Engaging, British corporate voiceover, being popular for training and corporate uses. Also tongue in cheek comedy reads. Please allow a few days turnaround.
Rebecca Wood is a British voiceover artist with over two decades of experience, known for her clear, professional, engaging delivery across television, radio, corporate narration, and e-learning projects.
Voice artist experienced in both neutral and character reads - ideal for all types of recordings, commercial, corporate, promo, documentary etc. UK based.
British female voice artist with a youthful, vibrant, warm, velvety tone and a North London accent, specialising in commercial, corporate and character voiceover.
A versatile, bright and reassuring, modern RP voice in the Teens - 30's age bracket. Youthful sparkle, from crisp explainers to girl-next-door commercial reads.
Clear, direct and positive reads with gravitas or calm, friendly and measured. A favourite for sale ads, public and VOG announcements, concert promos and speed reads.
From an accessible, natural and chirpy delivery with comic timing, to a delivery closer to the mic for a deep reflective impact, or something smoother and glossier; all tied up in a lovely northern bow (Cumbrian).
Lisa Shingler is a multi-award-nominated British voice-over artist and actress. Known for her warm, honest, expressive and characterful voice, she offers a fantastic range. Originally from Yorkshire and is proficient in both Neutral RP and Northern accent
Kenny is a versatile and experienced, multi award winning voiceover and actor. He regularly voices BBC radio dramas in almost 30 accents. Great for characters, commercial, corporate and e-learning.
Popular choice for “young bloke next door” to “confident, inspired professional”. Originally from Derbyshire. 20 years professional experience and often complimented on ability to take direction well. Credits: Dr Oetker, Sea Life, Deliveroo, The BBC.
Natural, fresh and friendly Northern female voice from Manchester. Michelle loves smiley and laid back reads, but equally has a strong voice for promo and imaging work.
Warm, believable, natural and friendly. Perfect for commericals, corporates, narration, promos, explainers & IVR. Channel 4 announcer. Over 20 years experience. Available now.
A natural, engaging, warm and friendly British voice. Commercial and corporate reads that connect, Helping brands with their audio for almost 25 years.
Confident, warm, approachable with a natural authority, heard on projects worldwide, “Shavin has a gorgeous RP voice” – The Observer. Regular BBC voice actor & live-event Voice of God announcer.
Ollie is a neutral British male voiceover artist with a confident, articulate and polished vocal tone. Ideal for commercials, corporate narration, e-learning and animation with great clarity and a versatile approach.
Scottish voiceover artist with an authentic and conversational voice. Recording in a professional studio, high quality audio is guaranteed. This female VO delivers engaging voiceovers for commercials, corporate and more. Directed sessions available.
Sarah is a British voiceover artist from the West Midlands, offering a smooth and engaging voice with a blend of estuary English and subtle West Midlands.
Versatile - natural, "unvoiceovery" and real sounding voice actor. From youthful and clubby with attitude to genuine bloke next door. Great for 'acting' scripts and characters. Native Mancunian. Late teens - mid 30s. UK Based.
Friendly, husky voice very experienced in all aspects of voiceover work from commercials to documentary narrative scripts, to live announcer. London based.
A multi award-winning voice talent. Hannah's voice is natural, authentic and trustworthy. She effortlessly skips between silky RP and gritty urban in a heartbeat.
Natural mid 20s, bright, smiley, chatty voice with a neutral British accent with a soft Welsh lilt, which can be increased for a natural strong Welsh accent.
Neutral British female voice-over artist renowned for her warm, friendly and trustworthy tone. Ideal for commercials, corporate narrations, e-learning modules, video games, audiobooks, audio dramas and animations.
A bright, relatable, millennial voice capable of conversational and natural reads as well as a variety of authentic characters. Award winning voice actor working in video games, commercial, corporate, e-learning and ADR.
Need a native Midlands voice over? Very versatile - from soothing meditation apps to full-on fighting in video games with eLearning in between. (Sorry not equity rate).
Mature, engaging voice artist, wide vocal and imaginative range for fictional characters, self-assured narration for challenging educational/corporate scripts. Trained in phonetics, naturally R.P., native Westcountry and authentic Australian.
Credible, one to one, 'explainer' style voice. Many web videos, TV and radio commercials have used his friendly relatable approach. Fast turnaround from his own broadcast spec studio.
UK based American male voiceover. Warm, friendly, deep-voiced, versatile American voice talent with many years experience. Deep, very deep & medium-range. Movie trailers.
Savy is an experienced voiceover artist and audiobook narrator, known for her distinctive Lancashire accent and friendly, approachable tone. She brings an element of her unique cultural richness to her performances.
Gravelly, real & natural sounding northern voice, natively from Manchester. Hugely versatile, easy going and well respected industry wide. Age range 20s-40s. Home studio.
Engaging, friendly voiceover artist with a subtle North West England accent. Ideal for online explainers, e-learning, and content that benefits from a friendly, approachable sound.
RP accent with a hint of Estuary. Down to earth but classy. Conversational and natural. Commercials, corporate, or crazy characters, adverts, accents, or ad-lib. Professional, prompt & punctual in an easy-going package.
Young, natural, versatile voice with an authentic Northern accent. Great for fresh and engaging, or relatable and down to earth reads. Daily availability with same day turnaround. Own studio in Yorkshire.
Shash has a young, welcoming, personable voice. Available for mp3/wav recordings and London in person sessions. Min fees apply so not normally feasible for local radio scripts at industry rates.
Scott is known for his versatile performances across commercials, character work (including computer games), and corporate projects, boasting a natural, authoritative tone that suits a variety of roles, from luxury brand narrations to dynamic characters.
Cameron is a British voice-over artist and actor with a warm, clear, and engaging vocal style. His experience includes work in film, television, theatre, and commercials.
Victoria Riley is a Northern British voice actor known for her soft Lancashire accent and standard British RP. Her voice is described as relatable, upbeat, funny and warm, making her a versatile choice for various voice-over projects.
Edgy, gritty, deep, cool voice overs. Distinctive and dynamic, perfect for radio imaging and tv promos.... Need irony or a natural, real, down to earth read? Rich is great at that too.
Beth is a versatile and engaging voiceover artist with a dynamic range, excelling in commercials, corporate narrations, character work, and audiobooks.
American accented voiceover artist. With an articulate, measured and confident voice, this artist is popular for online explainer videos and eLearning.
Natural, humble, experienced American voice artist based in Miami, Florida. Wide range. Not artificially enthusiastic, no overly hyped reads. Bookable from the UK via Voiceovers.co.uk.
A talented American voice artist, bringing versatility to every project with his ability to deliver both Standard US reads and authentic Southern-accented performances. He's a natural fit for a wide range of projects.
USA based artist with a vast repertoire of voices and professional experience to draw upon. Classic 'voiceover' reads, plus superb 'real person' reads.
Danny is a youthful, natural sounding American voiceover. He's great for genuine corporate styles with a casual and friendly approach. Min fees apply. Not UK based.
Upbeat Millennial and Gen Z Canadian voiceover. Leah is known for her dynamic range and exceptional adaptability, skillfully bringing her diverse background and experiences across numerous industries to every project, making her a standout talent for corp
Scott is a versatile Americal voice. He can adapt between character reads, classic corporate styles and natural reads with ease. A friendly tone and warming gravitas.
Unique, Deep and compelling American voice artist. NYC. Think Scary Movie. But also range of (deep) characters and singing. Min rates apply - NOT local radio industry rates. Not UK based.
Warm, youthful, American voiceover artist based in the UK and with a mid-Atlantic accent. Her warm and clear voice has been appeared in commercials, corporate narration, and audiobook narration for clients like Coca-Cola, CNN, and Ferrero Rocher.
Hugely experienced US Voiceover artist. Huge range - from straight informative, to polished, warm 'Mum' reads - up to Cartoon and Anime voices...Not UK based.
American voice artist with a smooth, mid-low range voice described as warm, conversational, luxurious, and friendly, suited to commercials, narration, and explainer content.
Professional American / Latin Spanish voice artist. Corporate or commercial scripts in both languages. Min fees apply. Usually 48 hour mp3 turnaround. Not UK based.
Aubrey is a bright friendly American voice known for her authentic and empathetic delivery. Perfect for corporate narration, commercials, explainer videos and telephony - connecting with audiences through genuine and impactful storytelling.
An American voiceover artist with over 11 years of experience and an ageless sound. Perfect for commercials, e-learning, narration, and character projects. Kim-Marie has collaborated with clients across the United States, Europe, and Asia.