James Russell

Helens sultry Queens English accent was called on to record a promo for the hit BBC show Mistresses. This sexy prime-time show needed a sophisticated yet naughty voice to tempt the viewer to turn on and watch! Using a subtle whisper Helen enticed the BBC audience to tune-in to this saucy show!

Recording tutorials for store managers and associates working at the Gap, Helen’s natural read was used to explain the do’s and don’ts of working for the store. This conversational e-learning project was used by The Gap’s HR department to introduce new employees to the rules and expectations of this international brand retail store. The subject matter ranged from opening and closing protocol to guidance on customer interactions.

Hired by HSBC to record some online learning modules for staff around the globe, Helens trustworthy voice was perfect to give their corporate executives guidance on interacting with their most valuable customers. Her professional and sophisticated tone was instrumental in teaching bank managers the important nuances of interacting with high net worth individuals. These e-learning projects were tailored to staff in their individual locations across the world.

Helen has been recording training modules for scientists at Roche Pharmaceuticals for a number of years. This international client books her to educate their pharmaceutical staff on Drug Trial Protocols, and these courses are used by medical and scientific staff at the company around the world. Chosen for her clear English voice and welcoming sound, the client values Helens accuracy and speedy turnaround. Helen delivers clean edited audio files for these e-learning modules to her client regularly.

This corporate video was created to showcase the CISCO credentials in helping to create smart, connected communities. Using this international theme, the creators of the video wanted the project to have a smart, educated, international voice and chose Helen to represent that. As a spokesperson, Helen was instrumental in delivering a warm, nurturing vibe ensuring that the theme of connection was uppermost in the mind.

Working for this international bank and finance institution was one of Helen’s first projects. The corporation wanted a video to showcase the benefits of becoming one of their Private Clients, so a refined and elegant read was called for. The accompanying video was breathtakingly beautiful – gorgeous close up shots of the things that the wealthy can afford: sports cars, opera, wine cellars, private jets. In trustworthy and soothing tones, Helen spoke of the rarefied life of the super rich, whilst maintaining a classy vibe.

The promotion of luxury real estate for an international market is a perfect fit for Helens sophisticated RP British accent. Her classy English accent is appealing and confident, making her trustworthy to those clients for whom the image of upper class elegance are important. These aristocratic credentials are perfect for those seeking a wealthy and refined clientele with the money to invest in expansive estates both at home and abroad.

Novartis, an international pharmaceutical company is local to Helen and she has recorded projects for them both in her professional grade studio, and in their on-site studio. Projects have included playing the role of an approachable medical professional to explain a disease to new patients and the steps they need to take to effectively manage their situation. Helen has also recorded e-learning modules for the scientists and planners at this global corporation.

CBRE is an international real estate company with impressive projects spanning the globe. Helen’s voice has been used by the company many times for it’s confident, sophisticated and elegant tone. Promoting luxury real estate to a wealthy audience looking to invest in high-end landmark properties with an intelligent and classy read is something that Helen is a perfect fit for.

This international financial company brought Helen on board to record an internal video to kick off a major company meeting for the Global Department heads. Her professional presentation of the current market for financial services was delivered in an informative and engaging manner for the executives. This world renown company wanted a naturally authoritative international tone to give the opening video the polished gravitas required for an event such as this.

Helen has often been chosen to record for the financial and accountancy company PWC on a variety of projects. These videos are generally about tax compliance around the world and require a confident, knowledgeable read to articulate the various financial products and services that this global company offers. As a trustworthy educator, Helen’s classic, clear British accent delivers a corporate and professional tone which complements the financial services business perfectly.

IBM booked Helen for a corporate video to explain a cloud computing product. This explainer video made complicated technology clear and easy to understand for a sophisticated international audience. A warm and engaging read was required to offset the dry and scientific nature of the product, and the genuine and articulate read that Helen delivered was spot-on!