Ian’s voice is unmistakably one of Aotearoa’s greats — rich with character, depth, and gravitas. With a career that spans over five decades of stage, screen, and voice, he delivers dialogue with an intuitive understanding of rhythm, drama, and silence. Whether narrating classic literature, voicing animated films, or anchoring national campaigns, Ian brings resonance, wisdom, and cultural weight to every line.
Voice Qualities:
- Tone: Deep, textured, commanding
- Energy: Grounded, deliberate, measured
- Style: Dramatic, literary, intelligent
- Accents: NZ English (legacy dialect), stylised RP & neutral international
- Strength: Authority, legacy, and storytelling mastery
Strengths & Specialities:
- Commercial: Gravitas for premium, arts, heritage, or government campaigns
- Character Work: Distinguished, age-honed performance with emotional depth
- Audiobooks: Literary voice of NZ — ideal for memoir, history, fiction
- Explainers: Clear, thoughtful delivery for formal, archival, or cultural content
- Audio Drama: Layered, immersive vocal performance with narrative authority
