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Ryan Benes

  • Response time18 minutes
  • Last online1 hour ago

Video samples (5)

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Commercial
Made In Huanchaco Corona
Corporate narration
PTSD Treatment Options
E-learning
Broken Arrow Video Game Cold War Trailer
Movie, video game, and book trailers
Iridium Internal Video
Corporate narration

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  • Today In Military History
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Reviews (9)

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    Ryan understood my project well and was able to deliver a performance that matched our needs. He was extremely prompt with his delivery. The fidelity of the recording was extremely clear. 10/10 would recommend working with Ryan.
    Thank you Andrew!
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    Thank you, Danny! Great working with you on this.
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    Ryan was prompt and professional! He was able to provide a fantastic recording for our video project. Thank you again! :)
    My absolute pleasure. Thanks for making my job easy with your quick and clear communication.

Performance

  • Top 20%of voice actors
  • 18 minutesmedian response timeresponse time

  • 5.0

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    9

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  • 15 Bookings4 in the last 12 months4 in the last year
  • 15 clientsbooked this voice actorbooked
  • 70 clientsfavorited this profilefavorites

About Ryan

(He/Him)
  • Member sinceAug 5, 2013
  • LocationWashington, DC, USA (GMT -4)
Contact: Ryan@CallsignVO.com | www.CallsignVO.com Ryan Benes | Confident. Authoritative. Human. Ryan Benes is a professional voice actor and retired Marine Corps combat aviator bringing grounded authority, authenticity, and humanity to commercial, corporate, documentary, military, aviation, museum, e-learning, and character work. Why CallsignVO? In aviation, a callsign is more than a name. It carries a story, a reputation, and a purpose. A great script does too. It has a mission, a message, and an audience waiting to hear it. Ryan spent more than 20 years as a Marine Corps aviator, including service as a White House Tiltrotor Aircraft Commander with HMX-1. That background shaped a performance style built on precision, credibility, leadership, and an ability to communicate without sounding like he’s trying to communicate. The result is a voice that can move naturally from commanding and cinematic to conversational, thoughtful, reassuring, and quietly authoritative. Ryan’s voice has been heard in projects for organizations and brands including the National Air and Space Museum, Carolina Museum of the Marine Corps, THALES, Fielmann Vision Care, Delta, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and several video game developers and publishers. VOICE Grounded • Authentic • Conversational • Authoritative • Warm • Resonant • Rugged • Trustworthy • Fatherly • Cinematic • Natural • Understated SPECIALTIES Commercial Corporate Narration Documentary Military & Defense Aviation & Aerospace Museum & Historical Narration E-Learning & Training Explainer Government & Public Service Healthcare Technology Video Games Audiobooks STUDIO Sennheiser MKH-416 Universal Audio Apollo Twin X Adobe Audition Professional WhisperRoom recording booth Broadcast-quality remote recording studio COACHING Dave Walsh Hugh Klitzke Marc Cashman J. Michael Collins Jenn Sims Art Bruder Managed by Celia Siegel Management. Member: Veterans in Media & Entertainment and Voiceover Military Vets Ryan@CallsignVO.com www.CallsignVO.com (949) 350-3944

Skills and services offered

    • Language
      English - USA and Canada
      English - Other
    • Voice gender & age
      Male adult
      Male senior
      Male young adult
    • Creative services offered
      Audio editing and clean up
      Script writing
      Script editing
      Mixing and mastering
      Video syncing
    • Recording and delivery options
      Digital delivery
      Remote live direction
      On-site recording
      Source Connect
      Phone patch
        • Location
          Washington, DC, USA
    • Additional vocal abilities
      Accents: North American Neutral, Eastern European, Midwestern US, Western US, Cowboy, Soldier, Marine, Surfer Dude, Announcer, Dad, Southern US, Genuine, Conversational, Engaging, Hopeful, Empowering, Inspirational, Meditative, Smooth, Calm. Celebrity Prototypes: Ted Levine, Ty Harper, Samuel Ramey, James Earl Jones, Mike Rowe, Tom Bodett, Sam Elliot, George Clooney, Bob Costas, Michael Shannon, Jeff Bridges, Nick Offerman, Patrick Warburton, Alec Baldwin, Bryan Cranston, Rick Rubin, Everyman. Voice: I can play the devious monster under the bed, the shellshocked warrior on the battlefield, the reassuring voice of confidence, the loving father, or simply explain the joys in life found at the end of a fishing rod. -Engaging, Authentic, Empowering, Authoritative yet Caring and Compassionate. Deep, Gruff, Strong, Masculine, Reassuring, Sympathetic, or Confident and Knowledgeable. Warm, confident, steady, modern, authentic, corporate-friendly, grounded, resonant, deep, smooth, guy-next-door, fatherly, relatable, trustworthy, believable, story-driven, clear, easygoing, approachable, rich, textured, powerful, cinematic, rugged, steady-paced, conversational, inviting, real, sincere, encouraging, inspiring, direct, calm, professional, friendly, natural, confident, dependable, relaxed, comforting, grounded authority, gentle strength, baritone depth, clean delivery. Commercial, corporate narration, government messaging, military-adjacent content, PSA, explainer, eLearning, onboarding, training modules, technical narration, leadership messaging, safety videos, case studies, brand anthem, internal communications, product features, promotional videos, nonprofit outreach, tourism, museum guides, educational scripts, history documentaries, timeline storytelling, legacy films, event openers, broadcast, streaming, digital ads, YouTube promos, pre-roll, social campaigns, retail spots, automotive, outdoor brands, fitness, lifestyle, financial services, insurance, healthcare, tech, aerospace, defense contractors, public sector media. Character voices, video games, action roles, battlefield narrative, sci-fi marines, commanders, villains, mentors, gritty worlds, cinematic trailers, fantasy creatures, orcs, creatures, AI voices, androids, calm strategists, tough survivors, stoic warriors. Documentary narration, guided tours, long-form narration, audiobook excerpts, motivational reads, emotional arcs, reflective monologues, family storytelling, father-child warmth, bedtime-story tone, soft reassurance. Phone systems, IVR, on-hold, mobile apps, iOS and Android content, radio imaging, podcast intros, outros, bumpers, sponsor reads, brand tags, talking devices, interactive displays, trade-show media, event scripts, recruitment messaging, investor videos, crowdfunding, pitch decks, training walkthroughs. Home studio, broadcast-quality audio, Sennheiser MKH-416, Apollo Twin X signal chain, clean delivery, fast turnaround, professional workflow, military precision, dependable performance, warm human connection, and a voice shaped by service, storytelling, veteran, and real-world experience.
    • Experience, training, and equipment
      -Sennheiser 416 Microphone -Apollo Twin X Interface -Source-Connect -Adobe Audition -Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro Headphones -Professional Whisper Room Booth -Coached by Dave Walsh, Hugh Klitzke, Marc Cashman, J. Michael Collins, Art Bruder, and Jennifer Simms.