GIVE YOUR STORY A VOICE THAT CONNECTS.
VOICE-OVER
...turn words into feeling, and feeling into connection.
Vancouver Based . Non-Union
Voice-Over with Lauren Best
Lauren is a warm, versatile voice actor with a range that spans commercial, narration, wellness, animation, and beyond. Her sound moves between the intimate and the energizing, where she is equally at home in a calming meditation, a conversational commercial, or a dynamic animated character.
Her secret weapon?...
A Certified Hypnotherapist's understanding of how tone, pacing, and presence can move an audience, not just inform them.
Lauren has experience recording in Vancouver professional studio environments including The Warehouse, Koko, Dick & Roger’s, Monarch, and Hipposonic.
Studio Specs
RECORDING STUDIO
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Microphone - Shure SM58 dynamic
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Microphone - Behringer C3
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Microphone - Blue Yeti USB
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Microphone - RODE NT1-A
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Microphone - Shure SM7B
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Preamplifier - Triton Audio FetHead
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Boom Arm - RODE PSA-1
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Audio Interface - Focusrite Scarlett 18i8
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Headphones - Sony MDR-ZX110
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Recording Software - REAPER v6.78
RECORDING BOOTH
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Microphone - SE2200 with pop filter
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Audio Interface - Focusrite audio interface
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Laptop - Macbook Pro
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Headphones - Audio Technica
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Recording Software - Audacity, Source Connect, Zoom
EXPERTISE & SAMPLES
Directed Sessions & Studio Work
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Experienced recording in Vancouver professional studio environments including The Warehouse, Koko, Dick & Roger’s, Monarch, and Hipposonic
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Comfortable in live directed sessions, with a natural ability to receive feedback and adjust tone, pacing, and delivery in real time
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Collaborative, responsive, and grounded in session environments
Commercial
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Voice recordings for commercial, branded, and promotional content
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Authentic, warm, and conversational delivery that builds trust and connection
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Range of tones including upbeat, empowering, and intimate
Hypnosis & Meditation
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Wrote, recorded, and produced guided hypnosis and meditation audios
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Specialized in calming, immersive vocal delivery designed to support subconscious reprogramming and emotional regulation
E-Learning & Narration
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Educational and long-form content with clarity, pacing, and audience engagement
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Vocal consistency and a grounded, supportive tone across extended recordings
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Reflective, calming, and emotionally attuned narration
Audiobooks
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Narrated long-form content with a focus on clarity, pacing, and listener engagement
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Vocal consistency and stamina across extended recordings
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Experienced in self-recording and delivering clean, high-quality audio
Video Games & Animation
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Dynamic, character-driven voice work for animation and games
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Strong range across tone, emotion, and vocal style
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Takes direction well and adapts quickly in session for both dubbing and prelay projects
AI Voice-Over Project
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Experienced in 72+ hours of recorded conversational and instructional voice data for AI voice training
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Consistency, clarity, and natural speech patterns across extended scripted and unscripted dialogue sessions with ability to improvise
Podcast Host ~ Provoking Possibilities
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Created and hosted a podcast exploring authentic living, creativity, and personal transformation
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Delivered engaging, thoughtful narration and facilitated meaningful conversations with guests
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Developed a distinct vocal presence centred on warmth, curiosity, and depth
Radio Host ~ Confident You Radio Network
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Hosted a weekly radio segment on subconscious healing, creative empowerment, and authentic expression, for 360 Talk Radio for Women.
Podcast & TV Show Guest ~ 30+ Appearances
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Featured guests across podcasts and online TV shows in entrepreneurship, wellness, and self-development
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Experienced in conversational speaking, storytelling, and on-the-spot articulation
Voice Only & On-Camera Content
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Product moments that feel natural, intentional, and integrated into real life
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Lifestyle content that captures the feeling behind your brand
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Story-led videos that invite connection, curiosity, and trust
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Short-form content designed for both organic reach and paid ads
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Voice and on-camera presence combined for cohesive storytelling
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Testimonial-style content rooted in genuine experience
TRAINING & EDUCATION
Commercial Voice-Over (VAS)
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Trained in authentic, conversational reads for commercial scripts
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Developed skills in script analysis, tone, pacing, and audience awareness
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Practiced multiple delivery styles and professional mic technique
Animation & Video Game Voice-Over (VAS)
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Developed character voices using tone, pitch, and emotional range with pre-life
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Performed scenes for animation and video game contexts with efforts
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Practiced vocal control, stamina, and adapting to direction
Certified Hypnotherapist (IACT)
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Deep understanding of the subconscious mind, allowing voice delivery to resonate beyond surface-level listening
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Ability to evoke trust, emotion, and connection through intentional tone, pacing, and presence
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Skilled in guiding listeners into states of relaxation, focus, and receptivity, ideal for wellness, narrative, and branded content
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Brings a grounded, calming, and emotionally attuned presence that enhances listener engagement and retention
Media Training & Production,
Creative Communications (RRC)
Professional videography and field audio techniques
Visual & auditory storytelling with post-production editing
Creation of broadcast and digital media content
Advertising & Marketing Comms,
Creative Communications (RRC)
Brand storytelling and audience-focused messaging
Content creation for digital and traditional platforms
Experience working with real clients on marketing campaigns