Michael Rankins

When I'm narrating your website video, product explainer, or audio tour, you'll hear genuine warmth and intelligence, as well as an edge of subtle humor than ranges from "wry and dry" to laser-sharp. In commercials, you might hear me as your amiable neighbor next door, your goofy big brother, your befuddled dad, your blustery boss, your compassionate doctor or pharmacist, or your knowledgeable banker, Realtor, or broker. In video games, I've played characters ranging from everyday people -- professors, priests, shopkeepers, auto mechanics -- to swashbuckling warriors and fantasy creatures of every description. In addition to my voiceover background, I bring years of public speaking, presentation, and one-on-one training experience to your project. I've studied voiceover craft and acting at Voicetrax San Francisco, working with some of the finest VO coaches and directors in the business. More recently, I've studied improvisational acting and comedy at American Conservatory Theater. I also hold a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Communications from San Francisco State University. My in-office studio -- featuring a state-of-the-art VocalBooth Diamond isolation enclosure -- employs an array of quality microphones, helping me deliver the appropriate sound for each individual project. My go-to arsenal includes: Sennheiser MKH 416 Rode NT1-A Studio Projects C-1 Thanks to 12 years working in health care communications, I'm a quick study with medical and technical terminology. With over 15 years of experience as a professional copywriter, including 10 years managing my own freelance writing practice, I have a sharp eye and ear for language. If you're struggling with your script, I can offer a suggestion or two that will help get your message across more effectively.