Voiceover
Commercial Voiceover
A conversational, American male voice for TV, radio, and digital advertising
Commercial Demo
A commercial voiceover has one job: make people stop, listen, and act. Whether it's a 15-second radio spot, a 30-second TV ad, or a 60-second pre-roll for YouTube, the voice behind the message decides whether your audience pays attention or scrolls past. I've been recording commercial voiceover for over twenty years, and I bring that experience to every script I read.
Why the Right Commercial Voice Actor Matters
Your product might be excellent. Your script might be tight. But the wrong voice can undercut everything. A commercial voice actor sets the tone for your entire brand. Too stiff, and it sounds like a press release. Too casual, and it loses authority. The goal is a delivery that feels natural, trustworthy, and specific to your audience.
I specialize in a conversational, guy-next-door read that connects without trying too hard. Think friendly authority. I also deliver hard-sell, announcer, and character reads when the project calls for it. Brands like Amazon, Google, Walmart, and K. Hovnanian have trusted me with their campaigns because I adapt quickly and deliver on-brand audio that sounds right the first time.
Commercial Voiceover Styles I Record
Commercial work spans a huge range of tones. Here are the styles clients request most:
- Conversational — Warm, relatable, real. This is the dominant style in modern advertising and what I'm booked for most often.
- Hard sell / announcer — Urgent, energetic, direct. Ideal for retail, clearance events, and limited-time offers.
- Automotive — Confident and textured, built for dealership spots and manufacturer campaigns. I also have a dedicated automotive voiceover page with samples.
- Tech / digital — Clean, articulate, modern. Fits product launches, app promos, and SaaS platforms.
- Promo / trailer — Big, cinematic energy for TV network promos and streaming launches. More samples on my promo voiceover page.
How Hiring a Commercial Voiceover Works
Booking is simple. Send me your script through the contact page or request a quote directly. I'll review it, confirm the rate, and get recording. Most commercial voiceover projects are turned around same-day, often within one to two hours. If you need a custom audition first, I'm happy to record one at no charge.
Every recording comes from my broadcast-quality home studio in Orlando, Florida. The space is professionally treated and equipped with a Sennheiser MKH416 microphone and Apollo Twin interface, so the audio meets broadcast specs out of the box. No extra processing needed on your end. You can see the full setup on my studio specs page.
What You Get with Every Commercial Voiceover Booking
- Broadcast-ready WAV and MP3 files
- Multiple takes and alternate reads
- Minor script revisions at no extra cost
- Same-day delivery for most projects
- Source-connect and live-directed session capability
Orlando-Based Commercial Voice Talent
I work out of Orlando, Florida, which puts me in the Eastern time zone for easy scheduling with agencies on both coasts. Central Florida is home to a dense media production market, and I regularly work with Orlando ad agencies, Miami production houses, and Tampa marketing firms. I also record for clients across the country and internationally. Geography is never a barrier.
Formats and Platforms
Commercial voiceover goes well beyond traditional TV and radio. I record for YouTube pre-roll, Spotify audio ads, podcast ad reads, connected TV (CTV/OTT), in-store announcements, and social media campaigns on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Whatever platform you're targeting, I deliver files formatted to spec.
About Trevor O'Hare: Professional commercial voice actor with over twenty years of recording experience. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies including Amazon, Google, and Walmart. Member of World-Voices Organization. Browse my full service catalog or read my full bio.
Book a commercial voiceover today
Same-day turnaround is available for most projects, in as little as 1-2 hours. Send your script and I'll get back to you with a quote fast.
