Bonnie Optekman

Hi.

I'm a professional, non-union voice over artist based in Manhattan with a broadcast quality booth at home.

A former VP at NBC News, my favorite gig was live announcing for the most recent News and Documentary Emmy Awards.
I also announce for NBC News' Education Nation and JLTV. I've written and voiced for NBC News Radio and Dateline. I've narrated for Visitors TV Network and played a role as the teacher in an educational DVD series.

My voice is:
-Authentic, warm, and conversational or sarcastic for commercials and politicals.
-Engaging and authoritative for live events.
-Dramatic or warm as a narrative storyteller.
-Fun and engaging for radio imaging spots.
-Funny for character reads.
-Believable and authoritative for testimonials and spokesperson reads.
-Bright and quick for upbeat promos.
-Wry with a touch of schadenfreude for sarcastic promos.

Thank you,
Bonnie.