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Ayako T.

Nerima, Japan

$20/hr
5.0
13 jobs

I am currently working as a Japanese actress and aspire to become an international actress in the future. To that end, I continue to focus intensely on studying English and acting, and I value communication with people from diverse backgrounds! I will perform my work with the meticulousness characteristic of Japanese craftsmanship!!

  • Voice Acting
  • Voice-Over
  • Voice Recording
  • Japanese
  • Proofreading
  • Localization
  • Voice Talent
  • Singing
  • Data Entry
Makiko T.

Ibi, Japan

$80/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Professional Japanese Voice Talent specializing in broadcast-quality narration and AI voice training projects. With extensive experience as an announcer, reporter, and corporate narrator, I deliver natural conversational Japanese and professionally produced recordings from a noise-controlled home studio tailored for commercials, corporate media, and AI voice development. ________________________________________ 🎤 What I Provide • AI Voice Projects: Training datasets, conversational recording, AI dubbing & voice adaptation • Commercial & Promo: TV spots, radio ads, product intros, digital advertising • Corporate & Educational: E-learning, explainers, training videos, internal communications • Narration: Audiobooks, museum exhibits, event videos, documentaries • Character Voice: Young adult, adult, child, soft/neutral/expressive styles ________________________________________ 🎤 Selected Clients Sony, IBM, Panasonic, Canon, Alico (MetLife), Astellas Pharma, Fujitsu, NEC, Toshiba, JCB, Daikin, Meiji, Suntory …and many more. 🎤 Government Projects Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare / JETRO / Board of Education (Chiba, Gifu) / Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History ________________________________________ 🎤 Hosting (MC / Facilitator) Symposiums, seminars, ceremonies, corporate events, concerts, parties, and more. ________________________________________ 🎤 Studio & Technical Setup • High-quality, noise-controlled home studio recording • Clean, noise-controlled audio • Deliverables tailored to client specifications (WAV, MP3, sample rate & bit depth as required)

  • Voice Acting
  • Narration
  • Voice-Over
  • Voice-Over Recording
  • Voice Recording
  • Narrated Presentation
  • Narrative Video
  • Video Narration
  • Voice Talent
  • Female Voice
  • Announcement
  • Announcer Tone
  • Artist Interview
  • AI-Generated Voice-Over
Tohru F.

Matsumoto, Japan

$45/hr
5.0
6 jobs

One-stop solution for Japanese cultural content: JTF-certified translator with 15 years in education, delivering translation + professional narration for museums, cultural institutions, and educational platforms. MY UNIQUE SPECIALTY I'm not just a translator or voice artist—I'm a cultural content specialist who bridges languages, voices, and artistic contexts. With JTF certification, 15 years of English education experience, and 120+ voice projects completed in 2024 alone, I offer something rare: end-to-end cultural content creation. What makes me different: - Translation + Narration in one professional (no coordination headaches) - Deep cultural and artistic knowledge (museum audio guides specialty) - JTF-certified translator (politics, economics, culture) - 15 years teaching English = perfect understanding of how learners absorb content - Member of NextLiber Talent Agency & Matsumoto City Artist Bank SPECIALIZED SERVICES Complete Cultural Content Solutions: - Museum Audio Guides (translation + recording + cultural adaptation) - Art Exhibition Materials (catalogs, wall texts, audio tours) - Tourism Content (destination guides for major hotel chains) - Educational Platform Narration (e-learning with translation) - Corporate Culture Training (cross-cultural content) - Documentary Subtitles + Narration Voice-Only Services: - Corporate Videos & Presentations - E-Learning Modules - Meditation & Wellness Content - Character Voices (YouTube anime, entertainment) - Cultural Awareness Videos Translation-Only Services: - Tourism and hospitality content - Arts and culture materials - Corporate communications - Educational content IDEAL FOR Cultural Institutions: - Museums expanding internationally - Art galleries creating multilingual content - Cultural foundations needing authentic Japanese voices Educational Organizations: - E-learning platforms targeting Japanese markets - Universities with Japanese programs - Corporate training on Japanese culture/business Tourism & Hospitality: - Hotels creating guest experience content - Tourism boards developing destination guides - Travel companies needing culturally nuanced materials PROVEN TRACK RECORD - 300+ voice-over projects completed in 2024 - JTF-certified translator (Japanese Translation Federation) - 15 years of English education experience - Monthly translation output: 32,000 JP characters (JA→EN), 17,000 words (EN→JA) - Portfolio: Major hotel chains, museum exhibitions, virtual art galleries, educational platforms Recent Notable Projects: - Audio guides for overseas museum exhibitions - Virtual art gallery narration for international audiences - Corporate VP narration for educational platforms - Multilingual cultural awareness video series - E-learning courses combining translation and voice work WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME Save Time & Money: - One professional = one point of contact for translation + voice - No need to brief separate translators and voice actors - Consistent quality across both services Cultural Authenticity: - Not just linguistic accuracy—true cultural resonance - Deep understanding of Japanese arts and traditions - Context-appropriate tone and delivery Educational Background: - 15 years teaching English = expert at clear, learner-friendly delivery - Perfect for e-learning and instructional content - Understanding of how people process information VOICE CHARACTERISTICS Versatile range suited for: - Warm and calming: Museum tours, meditation, cultural content - Clear and authoritative: Corporate presentations, e-learning - Energetic and engaging: Entertainment, character work - Nuanced and artistic: Art descriptions, documentary narration PROFESSIONAL SETUP Studio Equipment: - Microphone: SHURE MV7+ (hybrid dynamic/USB) - Audio Interface: MOTU M2 (studio-grade) - Environment: Dedicated soundproof booth - Quality: Broadcast-ready audio with professional editing Translation Tools: - CAT tools for consistency - Specialized terminology databases for arts/culture - Regular CPD in both translation and voice work PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS - JTF Certification: Politics & Economics specialization - NextLiber Talent Agency: Professional voice talent member (Sept 2025) - Matsumoto City Artist Bank: Registered cultural professional (Oct 2025) - 15 years: English education and cross-cultural communication - 5 years: Professional translation (tourism, arts, corporate) LET'S DISCUSS YOUR PROJECT Whether you need a complete cultural content solution (translation + voice) or specialized services in either area, I bring cultural authenticity and professional quality to every project. Perfect for: Museums, art institutions, educational platforms, tourism organizations, and companies creating culturally nuanced Japanese content. Send me your project details for a custom quote. I respond within 24 hours and would love to help your content resonate authentically with Japanese audiences.

  • Voice-Over Recording
  • Translation
  • Transcript
  • Writing
  • English to Japanese Translation
  • AI Model Training
Keisei M.

Nagasaki, Japan

$10/hr
5.0
5 jobs

👋 Who I Am I am an English-Japanese Translator & Content Specialist bridging the gap between Medical Science 🩺, Japanese Tradition ⛩️, and AI Technology 🤖. As a current Medical Student with professional experience in Academic Writing ✍️ and AI Localization 🌐, I don’t just translate words—I adapt concepts with scientific precision and cultural depth. My background as a Shrine Assistant gives me a unique edge in conveying the subtle nuances of Japanese culture, while my medical training ensures absolute accuracy in technical fields. 🚀 What I Can Do For You If you need to… ✅ Ensure Medical & Scientific Accuracy: I provide reliable translations grounded in active medical research and methodology 🧪. ✅ Bridge Human Creativity with AI: I leverage AI tools for efficiency while applying a “human touch” to ensure natural, engaging, and culturally resonant text ✨. ✅ Localize with Cultural Nuance: From historical contexts to modern trends, I tailor content to strike the right chord with Japanese audiences 🎯. ✅ Create Educational & Engaging Content: Whether it’s complex papers or creative media, I transform information into clear, impactful narratives 📢. 🌟 Why Me? I combine the logic of a scientist 🧠 with the soul of a storyteller 📖. Let’s work together to make your message resonate across borders! 🌏🤝

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Data Analysis
  • Japanese
  • English
  • Translation
  • Music
  • Bass Guitar
  • Drum
  • Guitar
  • Piano
  • Lead Vocal
  • Education
  • Science
  • Medicine
  • Writing
Osamu J.

Nishinomiya, Japan

$60/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Thank you for visiting my profile. My name is Jinga, and I work as a voice actor and home-recording narrator. While my main job is as a salaried worker, I also work as a freelance voice actor and narrator from home, and I am currently working on several narration projects. <Work History> [on CrowdWorks, a Japanese freelance matching platform] -Narration for Academic Conference Videos -Voice-over for 30-Second Social Media Short Videos -Narration for Japanese Folktale Reading YouTube Channel -Voice Acting for Additive-Free Product Introduction YouTube Videos -Narration for Executive-Oriented Videos -Narration for Corporate Training Videos fin.

  • Voice Acting
  • Narration
  • Video Narration
  • Film Narration
  • Medical Narration
  • Audiobook Narration
  • Translation
Masataka I.

Ota, Japan

$45/hr
5.0
2 jobs

14 Years Experience & Fortune 1400 Clients Versatile Japanese voice talent with scriptwriting expertise—trusted by major brands like Brother Industries, Nomura Real Estate, and Mazda. 🏆 WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME • 14 years of professional voice acting & stage experience • Scriptwriting background—I can write AND voice your content • Exceptional vocal range: high-energy commercials to authoritative corporate • Impersonation & style-matching specialist ("sound like X" requests) • Major corporate clients: Brother Industries, Nomura Real Estate, Mazda, Daikyo • Film & YouTube experience (channels with millions of views) ✅ SERVICES Voice Work: • TV/Web Commercials • Corporate Videos • E-Learning • Character Voices (games, anime, audiobooks) • YouTube Voice-Over • Documentary Work • IVR Systems Bonus: Script consultation & writing available 🎙️ MY SPECIALTY One voice actor who sounds like many—perfect for: • Projects needing multiple characters (without multiple actors) • "Sound-alike" style matching • Dynamic range from energetic variety-show to calm corporate 🔧 STUDIO • NEUMANN TLM 103 • RME Babyface Pro FS • iZotope RX11 • Dedicated soundproof booth • Same-day/next-day delivery standard • Live directed sessions available (Zoom/Google Meet) 🎬 PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND Voice & Performance: • 14 years as professional voice actor • Film appearances: "Drowning Knife", "Itsukushimi Fukaki" • Stage productions across Tokyo & Osaka • YouTube voice work (millions of views) Writing & Creative: • Professional scriptwriter (drama CDs, corporate content) • Deep understanding of narrative flow 📊 WHY CLIENTS RETURN • Complete package: Voice + script expertise • Versatility: One actor who can sound like many • Reliability: Same-day/next-day delivery • Quality: Broadcast-grade audio 📬 READY TO START? Send your script (or project concept—I can help write it!) for a custom quote. I respond within 12 hours. Let's create something exceptional! Your project deserves a voice professional who understands the full creative process.

  • Voice Acting
  • Video Narration

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