VO That's Real — Never AI.
Hey folks, I’m Dean Wendt, a seasoned voice artist committed to bringing a human touch to every project.
Over my three-decade+ career, I’ve lent my voice to iconic roles, but my story isn’t just about the characters I bring to life. It’s about authenticity, dedication, collaboration, and the genuine emotion I infuse into every script.
In a world that's becoming more digital by the day, it's crucial to remember that authentic voices stand out and truly matter.
Let’s bring your projects to life with heart and soul.
-Dean Wendt
Voice Actor
Dean Wendt Demos
Dive into my collection of voice-over projects, where each piece tells a story. From heartfelt characters to engaging commercials, I pour my passion and personality into every performance. Take a moment to explore the range and emotion I bring to my work, and let's find the voice that brings your vision to life.
My Voice Work
I specialize in a wide array of voice-over services, tailored to meet your specific requirements. Whether it’s corporate videos, explainer videos, or even character voices like Elmo, Homer Simpson, or Obama, I’ve got you covered. From smooth and authoritative to silly and fun, I bring versatility and creativity to every recording.
With a background deeply rooted in voice and theater training, coupled with hands-on experience as a recording studio engineer and professional singer, I offer a distinct fusion of talents. From commercials to cartoons, movie trailers to documentaries, audiobooks to business presentations, and everything in between—my extensive portfolio spans across various mediums including radio, television, internet, and more. You name it, I’ve successfully tackled it all.
TV Commercials • Radio Commercials • Video Games • Medical Narrations • Corporate Narrations • “On-Hold” Telephony • Character Work • Internet Commercials • Online-Upstart Videos • Podcasts • Audiobooks • E-Learning Modules • Animated Explainers • Voicemail Greetings • App Voiceovers • Educational Videos • Training Videos • And much more!
Languages & Ages
I speak English with a North American accent and cover all age ranges from young adult to senior. So whether your project needs a youthful vibe or a mature tone, I have the vocal expertise to deliver.
Accents
From neutral to New York, from French to Gangster, I can nail a variety of accents and characters. Need a surfer dude or a tough guy? No problem, I’ve got those covered too.
Neutral · Mid-Atlantic · Texas · Southern · Midwestern · Redneck · Goombah · French · German · Spanish/Hispanic · Italian · Asian · Indian · Surfer Dude · New York · Japanese · Pirate · Italian · Mobster · Gangster · Tough Guy · Villain · Evil · Creep · Deadpan · US · English · Northern Jersey · New Jersey · North American · and many others
VO Highlights
Over my 30-year career, I’ve voiced commercials for big names like ABC, AT&T, Bally’s Fitness, Barney and Friends, Bayless, Conley, CompUSA, eSurance, Levi Strauss and Company, Mattel, Miller Lite, NBCUniversal, Old Navy, Radio Shack, SeaWorld, Sprint, Taco Bell, The Walt Disney Company, Vonage.
Testimonials
The voice everyone can relate to. Natural non-announcer in every way. Professional and will use again.
— Scott McCarthy, ESPN
We call Dean the one take wonder! Brings everything he says to life.
— Randy Dalton, HIT Entertainment
Exactly what we wanted. Conversational and friendly. Highly recommended!!!!
— Levi Strauss & Company
Great voice and a pleasure to work with.
— Richard Cook, The Walt Disney Company
VO Services
Stand out with the power of a genuine human voice. My voice-over services add authenticity and emotion to your project, making it truly resonate with your audience. Whether it’s a commercial, narration, or jingle, my unique voice brings a real, personal touch that AI simply can't match.
Ready to make your project unforgettable? Contact me for a personalized quote, and let's bring your vision to life!
Equipment
When it comes to equipment, quality is key. That’s why I use top-of-the-line microphones like the Neumann U87 and Sennheiser MKH-416, paired with industry-standard software like ProTools 12 and Logic X.
Delivery
When it’s time to deliver your final product, rest assured it’ll be in the format you need, whether MP3, Source Connect, or ISDN.
Human VO vs AI VO
Emotion & Expression
✅ Human (VO): Deep, nuanced emotion and natural expression.
❌ AI (VO): Limited depth; often lacks genuine emotional nuance.
Authenticity
✅ Human (VO): Unique, genuine voice tailored to individual characters.
❌ AI (VO): Often sounds uniform or artificial, lacking personal touch.
Adaptability
✅ Human (VO): Flexible in adjusting tone, style, and accent.
❌ AI (VO): Generally rigid; requires reprogramming for changes.
Contextual Understanding
✅ Human (VO): Intuitively understands and responds to context and subtleties.
❌ AI (VO): Struggles with complex contexts and nuanced interpretations.
Creativity
✅ Human (VO): Capable of spontaneous creativity and improvisation.
❌ AI (VO): Creativity is constrained by algorithms and pre-set parameters.
Cultural Nuance
✅ Human (VO): Sensitive to and can convey cultural and linguistic subtleties.
❌ AI (VO): May miss cultural nuances and idiomatic expressions.
Personal Connection
✅ Human (VO): Builds genuine rapport and connection with the audience.
❌ AI (VO): Often perceived as impersonal or less engaging.
Quality of Interaction
✅ Human (VO): Engages in dynamic, interactive sessions with natural flow.
❌ AI (VO): Interaction can feel robotic or mechanical.
Complexity Handling
✅ Human (VO): Handles complex and irregular speech patterns naturally.
❌ AI (VO): May have difficulty with intricate or non-standard speech.
Customization
✅ Human (VO): Tailors performance to match specific project needs and client preferences.
❌ AI (VO): Customization is limited and less flexible.
Real-Time Adaptation
✅ Human (VO): Adjusts in real-time to feedback and changing requirements.
❌ AI (VO): Limited to predefined responses; lacks real-time adaptability.
Consistency in Performance
✅ Human (VO): Provides a consistent and high-quality performance across various contexts.
❌ AI (VO): Consistent but can lack the personal touch of human performance.
Cost
✅ Human (VO): Provides exceptional quality and personalization that delivers long-term value.
❌ AI (VO): Requires additional costs for adjustments and lacks the personal touch.
Speed of Production
✅ Human (VO): Offers high-quality, tailored results that meet specific needs.
❌ AI (VO): Lacks the tailored quality and depth of human VO.
Subtlety
✅ Human (VO): Can convey subtle nuances and inflections that enhance the overall message.
❌ AI (VO): May struggle with subtle tonal variations and nuances.
Natural Variation
✅ Human (VO): Displays natural variation and spontaneity in speech.
❌ AI (VO): Often uniform and predictable in speech patterns.
Empathy
✅ Human (VO): Capable of genuine empathy and emotional understanding.
❌ AI (VO): Lacks true emotional empathy and understanding.
Engagement
✅ Human (VO): More engaging and relatable for listeners.
❌ AI (VO): Can be perceived as less engaging and more mechanical.
Error Correction
✅ Human (VO): Can quickly correct mistakes and adjust performance in real-time.
❌ AI (VO): Errors can be more difficult to address and may require reprogramming.
Storytelling Ability
✅ Human (VO): Excellent at storytelling, using varied tones and pacing to enhance narratives.
❌ AI (VO): Limited storytelling capability with less dynamic delivery.
Unique Voice Characteristics
✅ Human (VO): Each individual has a unique voice with personal characteristics.
❌ AI (VO): Voices can sound similar or identical, reducing individuality.
Let's Get Started
Ready to infuse your project with authenticity? Reach out to discuss how I can bring your vision to life. Whether it’s a question or a detailed project brief, I’m here to listen and collaborate. Get in touch today.