Chris
Smith

Actor / Voice
Age Range

65—77

Ethnicity

New Zealander

Based In

Auckland, New Zealand

Natural Accent

British

Accents

American - Mid West, American - New York, American - South Western, American Standard, British - Birmingham, British - Cockney, British - Geordie, British - RP, British - Windsor, British - Yorkshire, Caribbean, French, German, Irish, Scottish, South African, West Indian, American - Minnesota

Voice Style

Accents / Character / Impersonation / Phone Message / IVR / Voice Acting / Audiobooks / Narration / Retail - Soft Sell / Depth


From Buckingham to Brooklyn — Chris delivers polished reads with a passport full of accents.

A classic British voice with warmth, depth, and presence. Chris brings clarity and intelligence to every script, with a delivery that’s equally suited to storytelling, commercial campaigns, or corporate narration. Known for his precision and control, he’s also a skilled dialect artist, confidently shifting between British regional tones and authentic American accents. Whether it’s a grounded read or a character-driven role, his voice is engaging, assured, and distinctly versatile.

Voice qualities:
Tone: Warm, articulate, resonant
- Energy: Calm authority with subtle adaptability
- Style: Classic British with natural charm
- Accents: RP, Northern, Cockney, General American, Southern US
- Strength: Dialect precision and intelligent delivery

Languages:
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English - Fluent
- French - Good
- German - Average

Strengths & Specialities:
Commercial: Trustworthy and polished — ideal for finance, healthcare, education, luxury brands
- Character Work: Wide range of accents and character voices — perfect for screen, gaming, or audio drama
- Audiobooks: Skilled narrator for historical fiction, thrillers, biography, and period pieces
- Explainers: Clear and engaging delivery for professional, instructional, and e-learning content
- Audio Drama: Controlled emotional range, crisp diction, and versatility across dramatic or comedic roles

Chris Smith

Artist Resume

Theatre

Year
Role
Production

2025

The Concierge

Out Of Order

Company Theatre

2025

A Christmas Carol

Foolish Wit Theatre

2024

Elgin

Spider's Web

Shoreside Theatre

2023

Dr Willis

The Welkin

Foolish Wit Theatre & The Pumphouse Theatre

Dir. Matthew Diesch

2022

The Professor

Jerusalem

The Company Theatre

Dir. Kristof Haines

2021

Tubal

Merchant of Venice

Shoreside Theatre Takapuna

Dir. Trevor Sharpe