Russ McNamara

Simple mid-western accent that isn't an accent, upper mid-western that has hints of Scandanavian, both subtle and stereotypical Canadian accents.

Involved in VOs since I was in high school. More jobs opened up - especially in commercial production - once I lost the Upper Midwest accent. Currently the majority of work comes as a traffic and sports announcer with commercial production on the side. In college I provided narration for a few documentaries. Bachelor of Applied Arts in Broadcast and Cinematic Arts with a minor in Journalism from Central Michigan University. Have been working on-air in a radio station since I was 17. (13 years) Have been employed by Clear Channel Radio since college (7 years) Completed the improvisational acting courses through Second City in Detroit, MI. Worked as an audio engineer for Palace Sports and Entertainment in Auburn Hills, MI. Full access to studio equipment (I work in a radio station after all). Access to: Adobe Audition Any number of limiters, filters, processors and reverb equipment. Professional grade microphones and mixers I speak well in public and have emceed several events.