About Me
“Grounded, Ardent, Weathered”
Clients:
JD Kelly has worked with AAA Games Studios and Indie Developers on titles like: Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, Diablo Immortal, Steel Division Normandy 44, Spectacular Sparky, DragonHeir Silent Gods & More.
JD has also worked with corporate clients like: The RSPCA, Unicorn Training, Milka Chocolate, Smooth FM, Kerrang Radio & More.
JD also speaks at Panels, and Talks on Voice Acting at London Comic Con, EGX, Games Industry Live & More
Training:
JD Kelly has trained with Industry professionals such as: Jennifer Hale, Andrea Toyias, JB Blanc, Sarah Cravens, Jeremy Hall, Anna Graves, Sara Secora, Emma Sherr-Ziarko, Catherine Campion & More.
Attending multiple courses on SkillsHub and the Halp Network.
He has also been trained by Trine Jensen in her “Unlock your Full-Body Potential for Performance Capture” workshop in London.
JD Kelly is represented by The Monster Factory (La Fabrique De Monstres)
For Creature and Monster Voices in Video Games and Animation.
He also coaches Voice Actors on the learning platform, SkillsHub.
Studio:
JD Kelly has a Home Studio measuring 10ft by 8ft, it is treated with GIK 242 & 244 Professional Sound Panels. He uses a Universal Audio Hemisphere SC-1 (Standard Condenser Microphone), plugged into a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface, and Adobe Audition as their DAW for editing.
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Testamonials
“JD Kelly has one of those rich voices that makes you want to listen to darn near anything that he reads.” – Dab of Darkness
”JD Kelly’s tone throughout this story makes the main character believable.” – Ad n’ Audie
“Very professional and really good with communication.” – GN Valentin
”Great work as usual, ahead of schedule and right on target.” – Nelseen Glaw
”Nailed it on the first go around. Amazed at how this turned out.” – No Star Gaming
“Mr. Kelly was absolutely incredible to work with! He is very approachable and a joy to interact with. He brought a vast amount of knowledge and experience to the session” – SkillsHub (HL)
“JD Kelly is a fantastic Coach. Gives lots of great feedback and helps you see subtle changes. Can’t wait to book another session!” – SkillsHub (TS)
“Always exceeds expectations. Delivers before time and always ready to help” – Valtute Media
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Accents:
British RP, British Standard, British West Country, British London, British Northern, Scottish, Irish, Welsh, American General, American Southern, Australian
Although born in England, I lived in America for 3 years developing a natural accent, and Australia for 3 years doing the same. Accents and voices have become a huge interest for me.
Public Speaking:
Please feel free to contact JD Kelly if you would like him to speak at your event, he has worked at the following:
A.I.
What is your stance on AI?
I believe AI has a future in our industry but not without sufficient protections and legislation.
I do not consent to my voice or audio being used for any form of A.I. at present.
Please see the work of the NAVA https://navavoices.org/ for further information and an “AI Rider”
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