Mike Wilkerson - Geek-Next-Store, Quick/Agile, Character Specialist

Geek-Next-Store, Quick/Agile, Character Specialist

• Mike Wilkerson is registered with Voice123 since Jun 08, 2010.
• Mike Wilkerson started his/her voice over career in 2004.
• Currently Mike Wilkerson is a Standard subscriber.
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Voice Description

Mike Wilkerson, the literal Voice of the long-running 2GuysTalking Podcast series, provides you with the "Geek Next Door" dependability all producers need. In addition to being able to slip into a variety of character accents and personalities, Mike also provides a quick, distinct, agile comprehension of language from his many years as a certified interpreter. Whether it's commercials, presentations, or out-side-the-box character portrayals, Mike Wilkerson has the voice you need.

Voice Genders and "Ages" I Can Perform

• Teenage Boy
• Young Adult Male
• Middle Age Female
• Middle Age Male

Language(s) of Which I Am a Native Speaker:

• English - North American

I Offer my Services for these Recording Purposes

• Commercials
• Promos
• IVR, voicemail, phone systems, and on-hold messages
• Training, business presentations, sales, and web sites
• Audiobooks
• Videogames
• Documentaries
• TV shows and movies
• Movie and game trailers
• Podcasts
• Songs
• Others (on-camera, infomercials, live announcers, spokespersons)

Jobs I Am Willing to Take (Union-wise)

• Non-Union Jobs

My Union Affiliations and Memberships

None

My Recording and Delivery Capabilities

• I will go to any designated studio in my area
• I can record and then deliver the audio files via Email
• I can record and then upload the audio files via FTP
• I can record and then deliver the files by regular mail

Pre-, Post- and Production Services I Offer

• I offer copywriting services
• I can deliver edited and finished voice tracks
• I offer voice direction services
• I offer radio ad production services
• I have a music library and can add music to any project
• I can add special effects to any project

My Home Base

O'Fallon, Missouri, United States

Accents, Impersonations, Characters and Dialects

East-coast, midwest, south-central, south-eastern, Russian, Irish, Scottish, full compliment of military/squad-style personalities, technically-savvy, geek-speak, bring on the alliteration, don't be afraid to challenge Mike

My Voice Experience

Mike has, in addition to being the lead talk show host for The 2GuysTalking Podcast (an entertainment/product & review-based perspective network), created voiceovers for commercials for products, services, and relationships of all kinds. Whether it's the centerpoint voice for Heil Sound, the geek-next-store that BatteriesPlus benefits from, or the voice pulled from a growing listing of characters-requirement for any one of a number of products pushed either on or off network, Mike Wilkerson has the voice and experience you can trust and use as a tool for success.

My Training

Mike concepted, created and has sustained his own internet-based podcast network/business for the last 6 years and it continues to grow. From a 2-man show, into a 12 show network, Mike has been part of each and every segment you can imagine in a talk show or commercial via voiceover. Additionally, Mike has been a professional blogger since 2004, creating a variety of online avenues for opinion, perspective and more. The benefit of being "internet"-based is that the box that constrains most broadcasters is literally removed when living in the Podcast realm. Be sure to contact Mike to see how he can help YOU succeed and learn!

My Studio Equipment

6 Heil Sound Microphones (The Fin Microphones)
6 Heil Sound Mic Booms and Rigs
Studio Projects Pop Screens
Behringer Mixing Board
Multi-seat studio, perfect for interviews and more
Acoustica's Mixcraft Multi-track Recording Software
QuietRock 500 Soundproof Drywall
QuietCoat 118 Sound Absorbent Paint Surfacing

Additional Skills

Mike has had/been involved in just about any conversation you can imagine. As a former certified interpreter for the Deaf, Mike has had the honor of engaging in just about every kind of dialog you can imagine. This all translates wonderfully into his ability to slip into roles, to understand and use vocabulary, and to help ensure that you work has the most well-rounded skill set it deserves. Additionally, Mike is a professional blogger and New Media Information Tycoon, always thirsting to share information about the newest technology and trends that effect the realm of voiceover and more.