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 unique 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, you’ll find a rundown of the top voiceover talent agencies for NYC artists.
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.
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, and voiceover. Take 3’s VO department doesn’t only serve NYC-area performers; it represents voiceover actors from around the world. And it’s always looking to expand the talent it represents: All ages, types, and spoken languages are welcome.
CESD Talent
Since its founding in Hollywood 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 13 divisions, including everything from “creature voiceover” to “youth animation.” NYC voice performers of every type can find a place here.
How To Become a Voice ActorDDO 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 and L.A., DDO keeps a highly specific roster in order to ensure that there is never any in-house competition for jobs. The agency gives specific care and attention to each performer it represents in order to match them with the best jobs possible. Its bicoastal voiceover department specializes in commercials, promos, trailers, animation, ADR and looping, audiobooks, and more. You can submit via DDO’s website and its email contact list.
A3 Artists Agency
In operation for more than 40 years, there’s a reason why A3 Artists Agency (formerly Abrams Artists Agency) has become as well-respected as it is. With outposts in NYC, L.A., and London, A3 has access to the most top-tier folks on both the talent and hiring sides of the business. If you’re a New York–area voiceover actor looking for representation, the agency’s voice talent department comprises artists working in television, feature film animation, commercials, and video games.
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. The New York voiceover division is headed up by Michelle Thompson. Prospective talent can submit via the email tab on the agency’s website.
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