Alexandra Matthew Elsman

Much of my voice over work so far has involved the German and French languages across a variety of projects. In German: I have recorded * a tutorial for the iPhone, a promo video for YouTube, * a video narration for Hilmar Cheese. I have * sung "Jingle Bells" in German for a kids' game and * harmonized on various songs for a girls' toy. Most recently I * recorded several phrases in German concerning wine varietals, and * translated dialogue from English into German for the short film "In Drei Minuten". Clients include Ubisoft and Creativity, Inc. In French: I have * played Princess Jasmine for a "Prince of Persia" game, and * provided diction accompaniment for singers on Pocket Coach Publications' French practice CD's. In English: I've narrated videos for * California Academy of Family Physicians, and * Aetna "Design Challenge", * I provided ADR on short film "Mother's Glass" by GroundSwell productions, * played the co-lead in animated short "The First Time" by Greg Land, and most recently * narrated an online course "Vision and Hearing Conditions" for Knowledge Anywhere. As a graduate of Brown University with a degree in Theatre, Speech & Dance, I have engaged professionally with the spoken word ever since my college days. I also studied acting at the American Conservatory Theatre Summer Training Congress, and for a year in the U.K. at Drama Studio London. Professional acting internships include the La Jolla Playhouse and Shakespeare Santa Cruz. I trained in voice over at Voice One in San Francisco with Elaine Clark and other notable teachers and professionals such as Sarah Kliban, Bob Wood, John Crane, Tom Chantler, and David Rosenthal. So far I have focused on commercials and narration, however my theatre background has given me a facility with character work as well. Born and raised in Germany until the age of 16, and having attended a French Lycee there through grade 9, I am a multi-lingual performer who regularly enjoys using my language skills and experience. The equipment I am currently using in my home studio is as follows: * Rode NT1000 * Avid MBox * Twisted Wave My career in the performing arts and communications has spanned 15+ years, giving me ample opportunity to hone my craft and establish true professionalism. You should also know that my schedule is very flexible, allowing for quick responses (same day) and turn-around time (usually within 24 hours). I am extremely detail-oriented and easy to work with. As a professional actor, other skills include singing (as mentioned in my resume section), and good vocal and breath support which is helpful for lengthy narrations. I have also worked extensively as a standardized patient, which has exposed me to the medical field and given me ease with medical language and technical jargon.