New York City has and will always be the land of opportunity, and that’s truer than ever for voiceover actors. There is now more work to be booked for voice talent than at any point in history, and there are countless agencies out there that are dying to add distinctive performers to their rosters. Could that be you? Whether you’re an experienced VO actor or you’re looking to transition into voice acting after spending time on camera or onstage, it’s always helpful to have an agent in your corner. Here are the top voiceover talent agencies for NYC artists.
1. Atlas Talent Agency
“Your words. Our voices.” That’s the motto of Atlas, a large agency for voice actors that operates out of both NYC and Los Angeles. It represents talent across categories ranging from audiobooks to animation to foreign-language dubbing and accent work. Additionally, its roster is inclusive, specifically highlighting opportunities for gender-nonconforming performers. Prospective talent can submit a demo reel directly through the agency’s website.
2. Avalon Artists Group
Avalon Artists Group represents talent across film, TV, theater, print, industrials, commercials, hosting, and voiceover. Though it has representatives in Miami, Chicago, and Atlanta, the company’s hubs are located in NYC and L.A. Established in 2005, Avalon prides itself on its hands-on, personalized approach to its clients. Prospective talent can submit their reel, headshot, résumé, and bio via email.
3. CESD Talent
Since its founding in Hollywood more than 50 years ago, CESD has become one of the industry’s most prestigious commercial, voiceover, print, digital influencer, theatrical, and young-performer talent agencies. It now operates out of both NYC and L.A., and its voice acting department was established in 1989. That department contains a dozen divisions, including everything from “creature voiceover” to “youth animation.” NYC voice performers of every type can find a place here by submitting their voiceover portfolio.
4. DDO Artists Agency
Originally founded in 1969 as a youth-focused agency, DDO has grown to represent talent of all ages across nearly every discipline. Operating out of NYC, L.A., Chicago, and Atlanta, DDO keeps a highly specific roster to ensure that there is never any in-house competition for jobs. Its bicoastal voiceover department specializes in commercials, promos, trailers, animation, ADR and looping, audiobooks, and more. Interested talent can submit via DDO’s website and its email contact list.
5. Innovative Artists
With its “aggressive” service style, focus on prioritizing the success of its clients, and diverse talent roster, Innovative Artists is one of the top voice acting agencies in NYC and L.A. The agency is known for being selective and doesn’t accept unsolicited representation requests, but established voice actors can be submitted for consideration by having their manager or agent reach out.
6. Stewart Talent
Although it was founded in Chicago, Stewart Talent has since expanded to Atlanta, L.A., and, of course, New York. Its voiceover department represents actors for commercials, narrations, promotions, and character performances. To submit, simply send your demo and a brief bio or link to your professional site to their voiceover agent at the NYC branch.
7. Take 3 Talent
Take 3 is a boutique agency in the heart of the Big Apple that specializes in emerging talent. If you’re just getting your start in voiceover, you’ve come to the right place. The agency’s divisions span film, television, comedy, theater, voiceover, print, and hosting/live events. And since it’s always looking to expand the talent it represents, all ages, types, and spoken languages are welcome to submit using the form on its website.
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