It’s quietly encouraging to see work you’ve helped bring into the world recognised by others.
This year, I have been fortunate to receive three nominations at the One Voice Awards – for Best Male Performance in Promo, Best Male Performance in Audio Drama, and Male Voiceover of the Year. But what’s been just as meaningful is that a two other nominations for fellow voice actors are tied to work I’ve produced rather than performed myself.
Two actors, Vicki-Jo Eva and Ben Wake, have both been nominated for their performances in my forthcoming audio drama series The Ninth Bell. Seeing that happen has been a real reminder of why I enjoy producing and developing work as much as performing it.
Recognition beyond performance
Voiceover is often talked about purely in terms of performance, and rightly so, but strong work rarely exists in isolation. It’s shaped by writing, direction, structure, pacing, and a clear understanding of what the piece is meant to demonstrate.
In the case of Ystalyfear, I’d like to think that the nomination recognises not just my performance, but a self-penned audio drama where the storytelling, character arc and production choices all had to work together. With The Ninth Bell, it’s been especially rewarding to see actors I’ve cast, directed and produced recognised for their individual performances.
That kind of outcome is deeply encouraging – because it reinforces that thoughtful preparation and collaboration really do show.
The same thinking behind my reel creation service
This is exactly the approach I bring to my voiceover reel creation service.
A strong reel isn’t just a collection of voices or accents. It’s a curated showcase of what a casting director, producer or agent needs to hear quickly and clearly. That means:
- choosing material that plays to your strengths
- shaping scenes with a clear purpose
- directing performances so they feel authentic, not “reel-ish”
- and producing audio that sounds broadcast-ready
Whether I’m producing an audio drama or helping a voice actor build a reel, the goal is the same: present the work in a way that gives it the best possible chance to land.
Seeing multiple nominations emerge from projects I’ve written, produced or guided is a welcome reminder that this process works.
Encouraging signs – and onward
Awards aren’t the point of the work, but they are a useful signal. They suggest that the industry is responding to carefully made, well-directed material – and that’s heartening for anyone investing time and energy into their craft.
For me, this year’s nominations feel less like a personal milestone and more like encouragement to keep doing what I’m doing: developing strong material, supporting other performers, and helping voices present themselves at their best.
And to everyone else nominated this year – congratulations. The standard of work across the board is exceptional, and it’s a privilege to be part of such a strong field.
If you’re interested in creating or refreshing a voiceover reel and want a process that focuses on clarity, performance and production quality, you can find more about my reel creation service here.
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