Hey there! It's Melissa.
From cartoon characters to corporate cadences, I provide friendly, versatile and memorable bilingual voiceover in American English and Neutral Spanish
Happy Clients
Hi, it's me, Melissa!
I'm an Arizona based American Female Voice Actor with a warm, Mid-West accent working with clients all over the world from my home studio! My strength is creating relatable characters with my very versatile voice, crazy imagination, and big heart. I am bi-lingual in American English and Neutral / Puerto Rican Spanish. I'm also a wife and a mom and am a BIG TIME travel enthusiast. Seriously, I've been all over the world... and if you even TEMPT me with Disneyland / Disney World ? That's IT! We are as good as going!
Because I'm a S.T.E.A.M. girl and a big nerd, I can be heard daily by listeners as the main narrator of The Untold Tales short story, science fiction podcast, as well as in Audiobooks, Radio and TV commercials (local and national), Animation, Voice of God for events, YouTube Videos and Corporate Narrations. I help you engage with your ideal clients by providing a versatile voice that spans from serious and professional to seriously silly and over the top!
My Professional Grade Home Recording Studio consists of:
- 360° studio coverage professional-grade sound absorption
- Sennheiser MKH-416-P48 Shotgun Microphone with foam windscreen
- NT1-A Rode Microphone with pop filter
- Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Interface
- Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Studio Monitor Headphones
- Neumann NDH 20 Professional Studio Monitor Headphones
- Source Connect Standard, Zoom, Skype ready
- Thunderbolt Internet Connection
- Dropbox and WeTransfer
Recording Studio contact info:
✎ [email protected]
✆ (623) 696-0687
Melissa is a friendly, positive, dynamic mom of a young child and enjoys bringing stories to life!
Her background is in Electrical Engineering and Project Management, so the technical aspect of Voiceover comes very naturally to her.
Having been nicknamed "Sarah Bernhardt" as a child, she also has a natural flair for acting and the dramatic. She's constantly training and honing that natural talent to master her craft as a Voice Actor and is working on getting better and better every day!
Focused on animation, video games, audiobooks, commercials and eLearning projects as her primary craft, Melissa has also volunteered her voice for numerous educational materials the Learning Ally in NYC - recording audiobooks for Blind and Dyslexic students. She has studied the craft under experts in the industry such as Tina Morasco, Anna Garduño, Roger Becker, and Kelly McGee (Commercial), Paul Liberti and Debi Derryberry (Animation / Character), Dave Fennoy and Jenn Henry (Video Game), Joan Baker (Voice of God), Brent Alan Hagel (Trailer and Promo), Fannie Brett-Rabault (Live Action Dubbing) and Joel Snyder and Sophia Cruz (Audio Description). She is highly recommended by award-winning members of the SOVAS Academy (Society of Voice Arts and Sciences based out of Los Angeles). Her top notch broadcast quality studio sound fully outfitted with Source Connect Standard is signed off by audio engineering powerhouses Uncle Roy Yokelson, Don Baarnes and Frank Verderosa. Her original, short story, science fiction podcast won the 2024 Creator Award from Arizona State University's Orin Edson Entrepreneurship and Innovation Institute.
Noted for her warm, engaging, relatable, conversational, maternal voice and midwestern accent, Melissa can range from serious to seriously silly and over-the-top. Musically she is a natural Alto, with both the upper resonances of a younger woman, and the diction and lower range of a more mature woman.
Watch my Video Commercial Demo!
About my SOVAS Nomination
I have been nominated for a 2024 Society of Voice Arts and Sciences Award in the category of "Outstanding Animation or Gaming Demo - Best Voiceover"! The Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS™) was established on August 26, 2013, under the New York State Department of State Division of Corporations, pursuant to the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law. The founding members, Rudy Gaskins and Joan Baker created the SOVAS™ in direct response to the growing need to provide education, training, scholarships, job creation, and award acknowledgment in support of working voice actors and those people seeking to establish rewarding careers as voice actors.
Learn more about my story!
The City of Peoria did a short segment local small businesses, and I was thrilled when they asked to cover my story!
Learn why I'm so passionate about using my voice to inspire your projects and dreams.
Age Range - Kid Voices, Teen Male and Female - 10 to 15, Male and Female - Early 30s to Late 50s, Grandma 70-80s
Specialties - Moms, Heroines, Girl-Next-Door, Grandma
Languages - English (American), Spanish (Neutral)
Voice Description: Engaging, Enthusiastic, Feminine, Friendly, Host/Interviewer, Inspirational, Professional, Warm, Intelligent, Seductive, Powerful, Upbeat, Fun, Conversational, GenX, Millennial, Real, Unique, Bright, Sexy, Hip, Comedic, Animated, Sassy, Smart, Sophisticated, Athletic, Youthful, Realistic Kid Voices, Conversational, Storyteller, Relatable & Versatile
Accents - American - General American, American - Mid-West, American - Southern, Standard North American, Spanish (Puerto Rican), Spanish (Neutral)
Soundalikes: America Ferrera (Ugly Betty), Gina Rodriguez (Jane the Virgin), Rosario Dawson, Kristen Wiig, Scarlett Johansson, Emma Stone, Rashida Jones, Jenna Fischer, Aidy Bryant, Cecily Strong, Kate McKinnon, Melissa Villaseñor, Julianna Margulies, Viola Davis
Kind Words
"If I counted the number of times I've re-listened to your narrations of my stories, I'd need more then double the fingers and toes beyond the normal complement we're issued. All my writer friends agree that you breathe extraordinary life and depth to the stories. I will treasure those for the rest of my life and pass them down to my children and grandchildren."
Marc N.
Writer
"Wow, you guys are super organized! Just gave it a listen and it's perfect. You especially nailed Caleb's accent, and I think you did great on all the pronunciation (all those brand names are tricky, I know). Wonderful work, it was a joy to listen to, Melissa! Thank you! "
Taija M.
Author
"The story sounds great. You got the right sardonic tone. Bravo!"
Andrew L.
Author
"Great job... my wife loves the way you tell a story, as do I."
Marc N.
Author | Narration Client
"You've done a fantastic job and it sounds amazing! I especially adore how you make each character's voice distinctive."
Laura J.
Author
"The amazing Melissa was so professional yet so personable!! I received other auditions to get my book on audible but none with a voice as clear as Melissa. She also helped me every step of the way. As a personal coach, she is amazing and dedicated. I am so happy to have met this truly wonderful person!"
Bonnie
Author
"Melissa is the embodiment of courage, talent and being able to take feedback and apply it immediately. I watched Melissa stand up on stage in front of hundreds of people to read through an audiobook manuscript for critique. She took the suggestions and was able to apply them to her next read like a champ. If you're looking for a versatile and friendly read, I'd absolutely recommend Melissa!"
Mike C.
Voice Actor
"Melissa dove fearlessly right into a pretty daunting large (audiobook editing) project of mine, handled learning a new software package (Adobe Audition) with ease, and helped me hit a tight deadline (on a 12-hour audiobook editing project) with ease. At all times her positive attitude, 'can do' spirit, attention to detail and project organization kept things flowing smoothly!"
Daniel P.
Audiobook Narrator
"I've listened to over a hundred audio fiction books. In my estimation, your talents sit on the highest pedestal. Your characterizations and emotional expressiveness are beyond any laudatory words. You deserve to achieve the highest levels of your profession."
Marc N.
Author
"Melissa is wildly talented and a joy to work with. Her reads are fresh, authentic and compelling regardless of the genre. Her versatility, acting choices, instincts, and creativity always result in wonderful performances that illuminate the copy she is working on in original and compelling ways. "
Anna G.
Voice Acting Coach
"I could listen to your voice all day!"
Kelly McGee
Voice Acting Coach
"I really enjoyed working with Melissa. She's very organized, prompt, and professional! I would love to work with her again in the near future. I highly recommend her!"
Ha Y.
Language Translation Services Client
"It was an amazing experience to hear you melissa narrate my story (in Spanish). Your emotion and sense of humor were right on the mark. Thank for you for bringing my story to life💕"
Gayle P.
Author, The Accident/El Accidente
"Thanks for being an incredible proofer/editor/narrator!"
Mike L.
Audiobook Narrator | Proofing Client
"Just heard a snippet of your voice work for El Accidente. What a beautiful voice."
Ping
Electrical Engineer and Homeschooler
"I always appreciate how professional and quick you are. Makes my job easier :) "
Micheal A.
Corporate Narration Client
"Sounds great, thanks again. No changes needed."
Ed A.
Author
Looking for an Audio Describer?
Ask me about my services as an Audio Describer Voice Talent!
Certified by the American Council of the Blind and Audio Description Associates, I can assist you with bringing vibrant, accurate visual imagery to life for your low-vision and blind friends, family and community. Accessibility to world cultures is a RIGHT, not a luxury.
Need A Live Dubbing Pro?
Ask me about my services as a Live Action Dubber!
Certified by 7 Holdings Media, I am skilled at Live Action Dubbing utilizing rythmo-band technology and would love to adapt your non-english films with a strong, American English performance that reflects the passion, emotion, and of the original actor.
Did you know I am a M/WBE in New York City?
If you are seeking to bolster your company's inclusion and diversity initiative, and want to support hard working mom, Latina and women-owned small businesses, consider hiring me for your next voiceover project!
The Untold Tales Podcast
This is the latest episode of our Untold Tales Audio Anthology, where I narrate original, short, sci-fi stories for a global audience!
CELEBRATE WITH US! Thanks to you and our wonderful community, we were selected at the winners of the 2023 Ampie Creator Award by Arizona State Universitys Entreprenuership Division!
For podcast players, listener testimonials and our open CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS, click the blue button below!
I'm a Proud Member of NAVA!
I am a proud member of the National Association of Voice Actors (NAVA). NAVA is a non-profit association created to advocate and promote the advancement of the voice acting industry through action, education, inclusion, and benefits. With the new film tax incentive coming to Arizona, it is now more important than ever to be able to support the film industry ethically and sustainably! We are stronger together.
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