Michele Borders Henry

Do kids sometimes know better than their parents? Yes! It was my children who planted the voice over seed in me.

My kids loved their bedtime stories. Harry Potter was a favorite. My daughter didn’t realize it at the time, but she planted the voice over seed, saying, “Hey Mom, you should record these stories.” At the time, I didn’t think much of it, but years later, I began noticing voices—on the radio, TV, public transit, online, everywhere. Step by step, that awareness led me to the world of voice over.

In 2016, I became a full-time voice over artist, helping to bring stories and ideas to life. I partner with creators for eLearning, corporate narration, explainer videos, documentaries, and more—delivering polished, professional audio tailored to each brand.

Anyone looking for a warm, smooth, clear, friendly, and confident female voice needs me. I love turning complex ideas into engaging, easy-to-understand content that truly connects with listeners. My professional home studio in Chicago allows me to deliver quick turnarounds and high-quality audio in any file format.

I’m a deep listener, genuinely curious about how people think and what drives them. “Seek first to understand, then to be understood” is a famous Stephen Covey quote that guides how I collaborate and communicate with my clients.

At my core, I want to be of service. In my previous career, I had the unique opportunity to be a Grantmaker at foundations, and later as Director of Development, raising funds for nonprofits and educational institutions.  I will continue to serve as a resource.

Many video producers and scriptwriters struggle to engage audiences with their messages. Even the best content can fall flat without the right voice over delivery. I provide a service that is responsive to clients’ needs with energy, emotion, and authenticity—whatever delivery style connects with target audiences.

I’m here to help. Let’s create something meaningful together!

MY STUDIO

Mic: RODE NT1-A

Interface: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2

Digital Audio Workstation (DAW): Adobe Audition

Workstation: MacBook Pro

Monitors: PreSonus

Headphones: Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 ohm

Connection: Source-Connect