BIOGRAPHY
A deep distinctive voice, loaded with creativity and clarity! Years of military service provided me with both projection and vocal stamina, but there’s also a calm and comforting side, well suited for quiet conversation and friendly chats. Stage, screen and MOCAP experience. Quality sound, timely delivery and easy to direct. It’s not about blending in, it’s about standing out! That's my commitment to you!
PROFILE GALLERY
DEMO REELS
Intense and Interactive Video Games
Colossal, Comical and Creative Characters
Informative, Thoughtful and Casual Commercials
Trustworthy and Knowledgable Narration
Enthusiastic E-Learning
CONTACT DETAILS | VOICE PROFILE |
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Email: john@meissnersound.com Business number: Mobile number: Website: https://www.meissnersound.com |
Gender: Male Location: Canada Description of voice: Storytelling characters for animation and video games filled with bone-chilling villainous laughter and quirky personalities! Luxury commercials ranging from automotive, climate and technology to pet care, patriotism and family. Professional and commanding vocals for medical narration, business presentations, explainer videos, corporate videos, e-Learning projects and more! Trained by notable voice-over industry professionals including; Marc Graue, Elley-Ray Hennessy, Taylor Kaye, Steve Blum and Cara Pifko. Sounding Age(s): 21 - 30, 31 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 60, 61 - 70 Languages: English (Canadian), English (USA) Accents: Arabic and Russian Expertise: Animation, Gaming, Narration |
CREDITS
Year | Project | Project Contact | Role | Company | Details |
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2020 | Kwality Indian Restaurant | Ifti | Announcer | SCENEaMATIC PRODUCTIONS | |
2019 | ENMAX ENERGY (Easy Max Radio Spot) | Lance Risseeuw | Yogi | Trigger |
Year | Project | Voiceover Category | Company | Details |
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2019 | StarryNight Fundraiser Promo (2019) | Dramatic Work | Andrew Morel | https://vimeo.com/343266324/c820667faf |
2019 | Square Terminal Brand Video | Commercial | Square Terminal | https://squareup.com/ca/en/townsquare/introducing-square-terminal |
2019 | Food TV Sizzle Reel | Promo | ||
2018 | Real Estate Promo | Corporate | Amaryllis Homes | https://amaryllishomes.com |
2018 | LivClean Legacy Forest | Narration | Green Roof Agency |
SKILLS
Vocal Range | I have a natural base / baritone voice with vocal ability ranging from a world famous mouse to gravelly monsters from your worst nightmares. Take my animation demo for a spin and hear for yourself! |
Vocal Endurance | As a former armed services leader, I have the vocal projection and resilience to sustain high-energy vocal performances in lengthy recording session, perfect for animation and video game projects. |
Acting Experience | Studied MOCAP with The MOCAP Vaults. I have also studied acting at the Hamilton Conservatory for the Arts and been cast in a variety of stage and screen roles, from a detective to a politician, from young Scrooge to Old Joe. |
Personal Experience | I live in Canada with my wife Paula and our two amazing children. I grew up on a farm and later joined the military, so I've driven, flown in, jumped out of, or been thrown from just about every type of transport imaginable. Love horses, dogs and motorcycles. |
Meissner Sound Ltd.
Software: | Adobe Audition |
Video Sync Available: | Yes |
Remote connectivity: | Phone Patch/TBU, Skype, Source Connect, Zoom |
Microphones: | CAD Audio M179 |
Studio demo sample |
TRAINING
Animation Voice-over with Elley-Ray Hennessy | On-going, in-person, one-on-one animation and gaming voice-over training with the immensely talented Elley-Ray Hennessy; who has been my mentor, muse and friend throughout this journey. |
Commercial Voice-over with Marc Graue | On-line, one-on-one, Skype sessions with legendary Los Angeles voice-over coach Marc Graue, specializing in creating a natural, authentic, conversational commercial sound. |
Animation and Gaming Voice-over Training with Steve Blum | To anyone in the animation or video game community, Steve Blum needs no introduction. A member in good standing with Steve's "Blumvox" community, I participate in monthly webinars learning industry tips and tricks from Steve and his special guest speakers. |
Animation Voice-over training with Cara Pifko. | In the early stages of my voice-over career, I was fortunate to connect with the incomparable Cara Pifko for on-line, one-on-one coaching sessions. In her own words, Cara immediately recognized drive, determination and talent rarely seen in a student. Together we discovered six distinct characters which later became the cornerstones of my animation demo. "I'm a huge fan!" said Cara. "I am the Lion!" says I. |