Highlights
Toby's 15+ years behind a microphone, and producing other voice talents has given him a breadth of experience that is quite rare. Having been in broadcasting since the age of 12, Toby has always been around microphones and recording equipment. Many international brands trust Toby for quality audio, delivered quickly at a competitive rate.
Please find my most recent demos at www.http://soundcloud.com/tobyrickettsvo which I update with my most recent jobs.
Toby has native English / UK, and New Zealand accents, and can also perform US and South African accents. Please see my client feedback at the bottom of the page, or visit www.tobyricketts.com to learn more.
Languages
English (British), English (New Zealand), English (Australian)
Accents
New Zealand, UK, British, Australian
Ages
Teen, Young Adult, Middle Aged
Special Skills
Cartoons, Movie Trailers, Documentaries, Audiobooks, Business, Educational, Radio, Telephone, Videogames, Podcasting, Television, Internet
Experience
Having been a sound engineer for most of his professional life he has been in thousands of voice over sessions and consequently knows exactly what works and what does not work when it comes to voicing. Toby started voicing in a truly professional manner in 2001 (now 32) and since then has recorded scripts internationally, and been the voice of several national and international brands in his home country.
* Qualified sound engineer with over 12 years experience, and a bachelors degree in Broadcasting Communications from the New Zealand Broadcasting School.
* Several national radio awards
* Designed and tutored a unique voice school - which helps aspiring voices into the industry - the only one of it's kind in the world (www.voiceschool.co.nz)
Credentials
Education
Formal training at the New Zealand Broadcasting School - Degree in Broadcasting. Training at The Radio Network, Mediaworks New Zealand and Tandem Studios, Christchurch
Studio
Microphone
Best of the best - Neumann U67, KM84i, Telefunken M221b, Rode K2, more
Computer & Software
Working professional studio - Pro-tools, Adobe Audition
Special Equipment
Selection of top-shelf compressors, Drawmer 1960 valve, audio research Buzzaudio preamp
Delivery Methods
All audio formats delivered by; FTP, yousendit, Source connect, drop-box, CD, DVD, post.
Turnaround Time
Usually under 24 hours
Service Description
Voice over talent, voice over producing/directing, scripting, high-quality recording, full production and post-production services available.
Testimonials
APL Crane, Dutch Harbor, Alaska.
15th Oct 2010 "We laid your voice in the video and it turned out well. I am extremely pleased... Your work and voice are very professional, which is exactly what Iwas looking for, thank you.
Steve Newberry, TopicSimple.com
Toby captured what we wanted in one take. He was fast and professional at every step. I would recommend him highly to anyone.
Joel Somerfield, Thisisorder.com
Toby provided a very professional service, fast turnaround and a fantastic delivery in his voice over for our animation.
John Greenway, Leader's Map
I just wanted to say a very big thank you for the work you did on Leaders' Map. It was great - just the right tone and feel for the video and the App!
Anthony Rotolo, Rocket Ride Books
"I want to say that we found your performance nuanced and strong ... you are good at intuiting the correct delivery and characterization ..."
Client List
Microsoft
Shell
Deloitte
Roche
Strategy
McDonalds
MasterTrade
Christchurch City
Dynamic Controls
Lincoln University
South Pacific Motorcycles
and many more...
Payment Terms
Hire Toby for voice over work. Payment is made through Voices.com SurePay, an escrow service that guarantees your work is done to your satisfaction. Send payment securely by Visa, Mastercard or PayPal through Voices.com then download your files from the website.
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