Do kids sometimes know better than their parents? Context is king, as the saying goes. My kids loved 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 Ma, you should record the stories.” I didn’t think much of it at the time, 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 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 female voice that’s warm, smooth, clear, friendly, and confident 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.
It’s been said that my voice traits mimic my personality. Beyond that, 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 work on both sides of the nonprofit funding coin—first as a Grantmaker at foundations, and later as a Director of Development, building relationships and securing support from corporations and foundations nationwide.
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, or authenticity—whatever delivery style connects with target audiences.
My now-adult kids are proud of me, knowing they’ve been a positive influence on me for more than a decade.
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
Kelly Wilkening
Big Mouth Talent
Chicago, Illinois
kelly@bigmouthtalent.com