Samantha Philyaw’s voiceover brings a versatile and irresistible spunk to every read. Her bright, youthful, quirky, and relatable sound can skillfully capture the tone you’re seeking, be it warm, snarky or mysterious. As a southerner from Alabama, she can speak authentically in a southern accent even though her natural accent is neutral American. And as an experienced singer and lifelong Disney lover, she’s known for her self-taught and highly entertaining character voices.
Samantha doesn’t half-ass anything. She’s adaptable, easily directed, and a natural problem solver. Her creative thinking skills and can-do attitude drive all her endeavors, especially voiceover. Her clients are of the utmost importance to her, so she puts her all into every project – big or small.
Sam’s voiceover ranges from a bright and conversational commercial to magical, whimsical storytelling, to engaging e-learning. She’s collaborated with big-name brands including Goodwill Industries, Red Hat, Braskem, Catalent, Physicians Mutual, Rezzil Player 22 (Oculus), Orphan Myth, Stampin’ Up!, Xylem, Cavallo, Colorado Dept. of Public Health, Rodan + Fields, and more. She records and produces from her custom-built home studio, complete with multi-colored lights. Using a CAD GXL2200 condenser microphone, a Focusrite Scarlett Solo audio interface, a reliable laptop, and high-quality recording software, you can be sure her audio is premium quality.
Sam is part of the LGBTQ+ community and has a college degree in hospitality and culinary management, which she earned on nearly a full-ride scholarship for competitive rifle. She has also competed in and coached archery. Sam has the discipline of a life-long athlete, the mindset of a competitor, the patience of a customer service representative. When not in her studio, you can find her watching the Lord of the Rings trilogy for the 100th time, crocheting, cooking, hiking, and reading.
Whether you’re looking for sweetly smart and sassy energy or something more darkly delicious, make your brand and messaging light up the room for your listener with Samantha’s Rainbow & Thunder VO!
Formazione
Ample training in Commercials, characters and different forms of narration. I also have trained in ADR/Dubbing, IVR/on-hold messaging, political reads, and singing/singing-in-character.
I've trained with J. Michael Collins, Sally Clawson/Voice One, Jamie Marchi/The Actor Factory, Elley Ray, Deb Munro, Lisa Biggs, Brent Mukai, Ned Lott, Kristin Paiva, and many others. A mixture of group classes (big and small) and private coaching sessions.
Esperienza
I've worked with big-name brands including Goodwill Industries, Red Hat, Braskem, Catalent, Physicians Mutual, Rezzil Player 22 (Oculus), Orphan Myth, Stampin’ Up!, Xylem, Cavallo, Colorado Dept. of Public Health, Rodan + Fields, and more. I've done political spots for democratic campaigns, as well.
I had the pleasure of working on a big video game in 2022 as well as a couple indie animation films and other indie videogames. I voiced a national TV/Radio broadcast spot for Physicians Mutual and a national in-store retail spot for Amazon. I was also nominated for the Voiceover Newcomer of The Year Award in 2022 for the commercial with Stampin' Up!.
My agent is Amy with Wehmann Talent Agency, and my manager is Celia with Celia Seigel Management.
Peculiarità
Singing/singing in-character, American Southern accent, Neutral American accent, and RP British accent. ADR/Dubbing.