Hi, I’m Josh Shirt!
I have been a professional British voiceover artist for over 15 years.
I record scripts in my native Northern English accent and Neutral RP English.
You can hear my voice around the world including in past work for the BBC, Microsoft, Samsung, and Lego.
If you need an engaging voice talent for your project, I look forward to hearing from you.
Commercials Showreel
Corporate Narration Showreel
Recent Work
Dr. Oetker – My Pizza Slice
I was recently hired to be the voice of Dr. Oetker’s My Pizza Slice adverts which are now airing across Scandinavia. Here are a few commercials from the...
Sea Life Aquariums
This month, I was asked to be the announcer on a new set of TV adverts (TVC) for Sea Life Centres across the UK. Catch them airing near...
Deliveroo – Spotify Xmas Advertising Campaign
Last month, I was asked to record three Spotify commercials for Deliveroo. The copy was fun and easy going and so I used a bright and conversational “talking to a mate” tone as I directed Spotify listeners to three festive playlists, handpicked by...
My Voice
Young and Upbeat
Cool and Dynamic
Formal and Professional
Available for Both Northern Accents and RP (Universal British) Accents
My native accent is a kind of hybrid of the Derbyshire accent and Cheshire accent. When speaking in my native accent I sound like a bloke somewhere near Manchester.
Northern Accent Demo
In 2011, I moved to London and I learnt to Southernise my vowel sounds to also speak with an RP (Received Pronunciation) English accent.
RP Demo
Radio Adverts
Video Narrations
eLearning Courses
TV Commercials
Audiobooks
My voiceover experience
I have narrated videos for thousands of clients and brands from across the world. Whatever you’re looking for — whether it’s adverts, explainer videos, eLearning, medical voiceovers or anything else — I have the skills and expertise to deliver!
Stage / audiobook actor
I am a professional audiobook narrator and stage actor with the ability to create and perform many characters. I have audiobooks available through Audible and I perform live, before theatre audiences.
Sound skills
I am an experienced sound engineer and music producer. If you need audio editing, post-production, or bespoke music for your project, think of me as a one-stop shop! I have written and produced music used on hundreds of adverts, including for RyanAir and ASDA.
“I’ve known Josh for over 3 years and have always found him a pleasure to work with. He takes direction really well and I always get the read that I’m after. Whether it’s a natural, conversational style to an edgy club read or anything in between, Josh delivers the goods every time.”
“Josh is a consummate professional. After our first call I felt very comfortable and it was a great experience working together. The client directed and everyone was happy with the result. I would be happy to recommend Josh for his work.”
Fast Turnaround
From my top-quality home studio I record voiceovers every weekday, and I pride myself on being available to record quickly. I turnaround most scripts within 12 hours and I pickup WhatsApp messages the fastest. Please get in touch if I can be of help with your project.
Blog
How My Character Likely Influences the Sound of My Voice
The things that make me, me (my character, interests, personality, and where I grew up) influence what my voice sounds like when I read voiceover scripts. “Upbeat” I try to be a positive person in life. I think this often comes through in my voiceovers,...
5 Tips and Tricks for Audiobook Narrators and Producers
Hi! I am a professional British voice over actor and audiobook narrator who has recorded audiobooks and stories for numerous publishers and authors. Nonfiction, Welbeck Publishing, 2021 Fiction, Andrew David Barker, 2020 Fiction, Valancourt Books, 2019 In this article...
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