MORE ABOUT MIKE

Who is Mike Shepherd? Whoever you need him to be.

From bold and assertive to warm and conversational, versatility and a seasoned perspective have earned Mike an award-winning reputation as a leading voice.

Decades of experience bring sound insight and appreciation for the vital role voiceover plays in delivering your message. Inspired reads that bring your words and vision to life, with a shared commitment to crafting the perfect emotional connection that fits your vision.

 

RADIO DAYS

Mike’s broadcast years encompassed thousands of production credits with industry recognition including Billboard Program Director of the Year honors. His diverse background spans all facets of broadcast and corporate media, from talent to creative, casting to production management, sound design and more.

As a full-time voice actor, copywriter, and producer, he’s contributed to scores of Addy, Telly, Clio, Pollie, Reed and Emmy Award winning projects.

A VOICE OF EXPERIENCE

Mike Shepherd has been the voice of the world’s leading brands, agencies, and corporate communicators. After 40 years and thousands of commercials, narrations, promos, and virtually every type of VO imaginable, the conviction and authenticity he brings to every script have made him a go-to voice choice for countless satisfied producers.

A lifetime in VO has established Mike’s expertise across every category and genre including:

  • Commercials: Radio / TV / Streaming…Broadcast / Cable / Internet
  • Corporate/Industrial: Narration, explainer, promotional, image, training and internal content
  • Media/Entertainment: Documentary, in-show narration, Trailer, Interstitials, Infomercials
  • Specialized: IVR, podcasts, event/exhibits, VOG, sports venue, emerging media
  • Political: Winning campaigns for candidates & causes coast to coast

VOX VERSATILITI!

Versatility and Credibility come together. A distinctive voice with unique character and seasoned agility to deliver engaging, effective reads in any direction; upscale sophistication to down-to-earth casual. Approachable authority. From friendly retail to inspiring corporate anthems and anywhere in between…telling your story, with conversational credibility and genuine conviction.

CHARACTERS & SOUND-ALIKES

A cast of characters including news anchors, retro announcers, sportscasters, golf & ring announcers, NFL Films styles, southern gents, farmers, blue collars, gruff guys, wise guys, detectives, Jewish uncles, Chicagoans, grandpas, haughty types, wise storytellers, middle-aged dads, doctors, teachers, bosses, everyday Joes, Santas, Satan, VOG and legacy celebrity voices like Bill Clinton, Robert Stack, Ronald Reagan, Jimmy Stewart and notorious DJT. Frequently cast for sound-alike and iconic voices including timeless classics like Don Pardo, Mason Adams, Peter Thomas, Doug Jeffers, Erroll Morris, Rod Roddy, Casey Kasem, and Michael Buffer. Oh by the way, people say I sound just like Martin Sheen 🙂

WORK WITH MIKEHEAR DEMOS
NOTABLE CREDITS

An ever-expanding list including GM, Visa, Ford, Kelloggs, HP, GE, Coke, Kroger, Home Depot, Nike, Chevron, Texas/Virginia/Michigan/Florida Lotteries, Audi, Orange Bowl, FedEx, BlueShield, Jacksonville Jaguars, Detroit Lions/Tigers, McDonalds, Subway, MTA (“The” Subway), Boeing, Marathon, Aetna, Lowes, Cisco, Sysco, Imbev, Honeywell, TWC, General Dynamics, Daimler, Verizon, Universal, Disney, Owens Corning, Maserati, Amtrak, HBO, NASCAR, AIG, P&G, Novartis, AMEX, MLB, NHL, NCAA, Humana, Lockheed Martin, Delta, Merck, Pfizer, Amazon, Columbia Sportswear, FTD, 3M, NAPA, Best Western, Post-Newsweek, GTE, Frigidaire, Target, OfficeMax, Churchill Downs, Gold Bond, 7-11, Hilton, Google, DirecTV, NFL, US Census, USAF, Army, Marine Corps, The Navy, the Ad Council, and winning political campaigns, presidential to local.

Documentary and in-show narrator for scores of producers & networks including Travel, Outdoor, Food Networks, HBO, NASA, Tech TV, NatGeo and more. VO for DRTV, Infomercials, Network and Affiliate Promo/Imaging – TBS/Turner Networks, Post Newsweek Stations, Fox Sports, TV/radio affiliate promos worldwide. Trailers for Sony/Tri-Star/Columbia, networks & retail…(and of course, “more” : )

PROFESSIONAL STUDIOS & CAPABILITIES
Voiceover is more than a great read. Clients expect end-to-end pristine audio that meets the highest professional standards, and that’s precisely what you get. All voiceovers are delivered from our custom-designed acoustically treated soundbooths with world-class mics and Class A gear for broadcast quality audio trusted by major networks and production houses and ready for post…or ready-to-air.
CONNECTIVITY & COLLABORATION
SourceConnect, IPdtl, digital phone patch and collaboration via all online meeting and sharing platforms – whatever your preference, we’ve got all the right connections for seamless directed or solo sessions for broadcast or post-ready files with clockbuster turnaround.