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English (New Zealand) Voice Actor Tameka V.

Tameka V.

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English (New Zealand)
New Zealand local time

Native Voice Samples

Commercial Demo
Explainer Videos
Corporate Videos
Promos
Audiobooks
IVR
Others

Overview

Hi there!
I’m an New Zealand / Niuean currently based in Auckland, NZ (soon to be London, UK!).
I’m a professional and trained actor from Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School, with specialised vocal training under D’Arcy Smith and Jon Hunter.  I have been a professional voiceover artist for 6 years.
My natural voice is a neutralised New Zealand accent with a British inclination. My voice is smooth, rich, engaging and easy to listen to with quite a broad pitch range. I love to play and explore the voice, which would reflect how others have described its versatility and universality. My training allows me to easily adapt to a wide range of vocal delivery, including character voices, accents and vocal combat. 

Experience

6 years of commercial voice work in New Zealand.
Currently voicing campaigns in New Zealand, Australia and USA.

Credentials

Te Kura Toi Whakaari O Aotearoa: NZ Drama School
2010 - 2012 - Vocal Training with D'Arcy Smith (New Zealand Drama School)
2010 - American Accent course with D'Arcy Smith
2010 - British RP & Cockney Accent course with D'Arcy Smith
2011 - Vocal Training course with Barry Kerr
2012 - Vocal Training course with Jon Hunter
2012 - Accent Training with Jon Hunter (Various)
2014 - American Accent course with Terry De'Ath & Jim McLarty

Companies I have voiced for

Dominos NZ (Food)
White Haven Wines (Wine)
Air Chathams (Airline)
Oreo NZ (Food)
Wild Ferns (Skincare)
Queenstown NZ (Tourism)
Path of Exile - Primal Huntress (Game)
Habit Health (Health & Fitness)
Anytime Fitness (Health & Fitness Gym)
Pet. Co. NZ (Pet Store)
Tuvalu Climate Project AU (Government)
NZ Defence Force (Government)
Spark NZ (Mobile Phone)
University of Auckland (Education)
Harris Tapper/ HP (Fashion)
New World NZ (Supermarket)
Nano VR (VR Game)
Seales Winslow (Farming Equipment)
Dawn Raid Audio Book USA (Deyan Audio)
Speech Language Therapists Association NZ (Animation)

Equipment I have

Microphone: Sennheiser MKH-16
Interface: Focusrite Scarlet Solo

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Hire Tameka for your Project Today!

1. Click the “Get my quote now” button on the top right.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to get Tameka’s proposal to your inbox.
3. Review and approve Tameka’s quote and fund the project.
4. Once the project is complete to your satisfaction, simply release your payment to Tameka and rate the work.

Member Since

March 2024

Completed Jobs

0

Last Active

8 months ago

Avg. Response Time

N/A

Rates starting at

250 USD

Location

New Zealand

Time Zone

UTC +13:00 Pacific/Auckland

Languages

English (New Zealand)

Voice Ages

Young Adult
,
Middle-Aged

Specialized in Categories

Explainer Videos
,
Narration
,
E-learning
,
Corporate Videos
,
Promos
,
Documentaries
,
Video Games
,
Animation
,
Real Estate
,
Announcements
,
Audio Guides

Pitch

Character Voices

Styles

Hire Tameka for your Project Today!

1. Click the “Get my quote now” button on the top right.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to get Tameka’s proposal to your inbox.
3. Review and approve Tameka’s quote and fund the project.
4. Once the project is complete to your satisfaction, simply release your payment to Tameka and rate the work.

FAQ

Question: How much does it cost to book this voice actor?

Every voice actor sets their own rate. All of our talents are pros, but the cost can vary depending on their experience and skill level.

Generally speaking, voice over rates depend on:

  • Will the voice over be for broadcast and paid ads, or organic, non-promotional use?
  • The length of the script (word count).
  • Do you need the voice over fully edited and production-ready, or just the raw audio?
  • Do you want to direct the voice artist in real-time, or can they record independently?

Many of our voice actors follow our pricing schedule, but you’ll find that rates are negotiable, so if you let them know what you can afford, there’s a good chance they’ll accommodate you!

 

Question: How quickly can I receive the voice recording?

Every voice talent works to get your recording back as quickly as possible. Turnaround time often depends on:

  • The talent’s availability and workload.
  • How long the script is.
  • Whether there are technical or difficult-to-pronounce words in the text.

The sooner you hire, the faster you’ll get it! Some offer a 3-hour turnaround for urgent requests.

To get quotes quickly, we suggest posting a project or getting quotes from 15-20 voice actors who might be a great fit for your project.

The more you choose, the faster you’ll get quotes in your inbox.

Question: Where does the voice actor record my script?

All our voice actors record in their professional broadcast-quality home studios using high-end microphones.

We pre-screen each individual voice talent to make sure they can produce audio that is 100% pristine!

Since they will be representing your brand, the sound quality directly impacts your business’s image—so you deserve the best, especially for recordings meant to last for years!

Question: Can the voice actor record my script to help me make a decision?

Yes!

When filling out the quote request, you’ll have the option to upload or paste your script.

This will trigger an option to ask the voice actor to record a part of it, so you can get a feel for the final delivery:

 

Voice Crafters' quote form - request an audition

 

Question: Can I listen in and direct the voice actor during the recording in real-time?

Yes!

Once the project is funded, you can schedule the session with the voice actor and offer real-time direction, so you get your voice recording exactly how you want it!

Question: What if I need to make some fixes or add changes in the script?

In most cases, voice actors won’t charge for pickups if they make a mistake. Small script changes after the recording may also be free, as long as they’re reasonable and not major.

Just keep in mind that each actor has their own policy, so it’s best to clarify this upfront.

Question: What if I need an additional recording after the project has been completed?

If you need another script recorded for a completed project, you can agree on a price with the voice actor and then click the “Add more funds” option under their proposal:

Button to add funds after the project has been completed

 

This option is also available mid-project if the scope changes and you need additional recordings before releasing your payment to the voice actor:

Button to add funds during the project

Question: Can the voice talent split the recording into separate files or sync it with my video?

In most cases, the voice actor can split the recording into separate files and deliver them in formats like WAV, AIF, mp3, or others.

They should also be able to sync their voice to your video.

If not, feel free to reach out to us, and we’ll gladly assist!

Question: Can I get help with adding background music and mixing it with the voice-over?

Absolutely!

We have our very own royalty-free music catalog you can use to find the perfect piece of music for your project.

Once you buy music from our site, we can professionally mix it with your voice-over and even sync it with your video, so you’ll get the final product without having to ask your video editor.

Get in touch with us, tell us what you need, and we’ll be happy to take care of it.

Question: Do I get full rights to the voice recording? What’s the licensing agreement like?

Non-broadcast voice-overs, such as phone messages, YouTube clips, e-learning, audiobooks, and personal projects, typically come with a buyout in perpetuity.

This means you own the recording for any non-promotional use forever, with no extra fees.

Broadcast recordings, and/or ones used in paid advertising for TV, radio, or internet commercials, are licensed for a specific time period starting from when they’re first used, as defined in your quote request.

The usage time will be noted in your invoice.

Got more questions? Get all the answers here!