Robert (Bo) Barker

North American English,British, Scottish, Irish, Australian, Southern US (several), East Coast, Various Characterizations (will vary upon request of the customer). From Quirky to Credible, Bo offers a distinctive signature sound that is relate-able and memorable. His particular vocal essence, style and impact is all his own, but is often compared to that of Donald Sutherland, Jeff Bridges, Morgan Freeman, Sam Elliott, Peter Coyote, Hal Douglas, and other distinct VO stalwards.

Years of experience: 35+ An extensive professional resume covering advanced responsibilities in sales, marketing, promotions, applied management, training, communications and publicity. Has served as a presenter in both studio and live venues for countless events, causes and organizations. Has worked actively within the broadcast industry ....daily contact with broadcast professionals in management, production, sales, and engineering. Previous have included virtually all station formats, market sizes, demographics, etc. Bo's voice has been heard everywhere from Los Angeles market to the the Upper Midwestern US to the Eastern Shore in Maryland.. Up in Canada and overseas in places as diverse as the United Kingdom and the Unites Arab Emirates! Bo Barker Voiceovers has completed work for numerous clients around the world, including: Kawasaki USA, Amtrak, Bayer, Lionsgate, Fiat Chrysler Group, Taco Bell, Kyocera, Ariens, Manitowoc Cranes, Iowa State University Athletics, Boston College Athletics, Cedar Rapids USHL RoughRiders,, Sentient Jet, Boston Celtics, Auto Zone, Google, Harley-Davidson, Ubisoft, Tiny Hero, GE Capital, COATS, TImberWolf Tobacco (Swedish Match). IPC, Kno Games, AMD (Advanced Micro Devices), Filament Games, HCB Center Console Yachts, Cool Mini or Not, Harper Collins (Thomas Nelson Publishers), Bedrosians.... And Much More! A Lifetime of learning how to communicate effectively... one-on-one, in small and large audience settings, in studio and broadcast environments, corporate venues, large convention settings and events, etc... Bo holds studio and speaking experience dating back over 35 years in Public and Extemporaneous Speaking, with early involvement in Competitive Speech & Drama. He has practical experience in marketing and promotions of large events and has organized publicity for numerous organizations and non-profit causes.Bo has also undertaken a great deal of self-study including: Mentoring by Randy Thomas (Entertainment Tonight, Academy Awards, Tony Awards, etc) VO Mastery 2015 - Master Promo Class with David Lyerly Coaching / Career Guidance, noted coaches and agents, New York, NY Multiple "Audition Contest" "Top 3" place winner, Edge Studios, New York, NY Voices For All seminar, Iowa Lakes Community College, Estherville, Iowa - March 2007 Formal Post-Secondary Education: Iowa Central Community College, Webster City, Iowa (September 1985 - May 1986) Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa (September 1986 – December 1989) Major: Sciences & Humanities, (Political Science emphasis), Secondary Major: International Studies, Minor: Spanish. Other Studies: Agronomy, International Agriculture In the end, it isn't a professional diploma, accreditation, or attendance at a voice class that will make the difference for you and your project... it is a practiced ability to listen to you and help "Put Voice to your Vision!" PRODUCTION SERVICES AVAILABLE MP3, CD/DVD .wav, AIFF , multiple connection and delivery methods (see below) AT-897 Shotgun Condenser, KAM Crystal Large Diaphragm High Output Condenser Mic, Studio Projects C-1 Large Diaphragm Condenser and AT-2020 Cardioid Condenser Microphones, Allen & Heath ZED-10FX console, AMD Athlon II X2 Dual-Core 255 Processor, 2TB hard drive with 4GB memory. Windows 10 and Ubuntu Studio (Linux-based) Studio Workstations, multi-track editors, audio chain isolation 24/7 turn-around available, FTP, Dropbox, Skype, ipDTL (Direct connect to ISDN available!), SourceConnect Now, Phone Patch Primarily “dry reads” provided. added production (music library, sound effects) available at additional charge Willing to travel to regional professional studios at customer's expense.