"From thin air to on-air, Dan Akers does absolutely everything. There's nothing he can't do. I sincerely recommend him."
Paul Burke, bestselling author, creative lead at AMV/BBDO
This is Danmade
British English Voiceovers
Since 1990, Dan Akers has worked with clients from Apple to Zurich, agencies from AMV BBDO to Zenith Optimedia, and almost every major UK media owner. His voice has been heard worldwide, from Alaska to Zimbabwe, across audiobooks, advertising, e-learning, toys and video games — and on the London Underground, where he’s one of the legendary “Mind the Gap” voices.
To listen, tap the track titles on the Soundcloud playlist below
Deep & Intimate
A selection of work and auditions from August 2025, a 'deep voice month' featruring Aston Martin. DP World and Weksler. For more deep voice examples, check out the Soundcloud playlist above.
Narration
In Spotlight on Doctor Who Theme 60 Dan Akers looks at how the theme for the long-running BBC science fiction series Doctor Who was created back in the pre-synthesiser days of 1963.
The Demo Shelf
Sometimes the work of which you're proudest, remains on the demo shelf. Here's one such example of Dan's work.
Hollywood Hire
Dan's first Hollywood hire, a lengthy show opener for Discovery Channel's Josh Gates Tonight, broadcast around the world.
Got a project in mind? Let’s talk.
Whether it’s content, music or voice, tell me what you need and I’ll help bring it to life.
Email info@danmadestudios.com or call +44 7843 945 225.
Content Production & Music
For over three decades, Dan Akers has directed 100+ of Britain’s best-loved voices, from Dame Joanna Lumley and Sir Stephen Fry to Rob Brydon, Alison Steadman, Russell Tovey and Andrew Scott. Today, he directs himself, and brings the same passion to production.
Tap play to hear some of Dan’s audio production highlights.
51 Years of JAM in the UK: a tribute to the world's greatest radio jingle producer
For 51 years, Jon and Mary Lynn Wolfert have produced radio ID jingles from their studios in Dallas, Texas. To mark JAM Creative Productions' 20th anniversary, they produced The JAM Song, which celebrated their work with a 3.5 minute client list of radio station names and call letters. I always wondered what a UK JAM Song would sound like, so I loaded a few samples of their work into SUNO and set off to create the ultimate JAM UK tribute song.
This was a labour of love which took over 3 months to complete. Whilst I used SUNO, I would've much rather hired real musicians and singers to collaborate with me on this, so if you're looking to commission music for your next project, if budget allows, please #HireHuman (or even hire me!).
This video serves as a placeholder to allow you to hear the song sooner rather than later. I'm working on a more bespoke video which will hopefully be available before the end of October. This is a fan-made tribute to the greatest jingle company in the world. Happy birthday, JAM. Thank you for the memories, and for making radio in the UK sound so good for 51 years.
Creating Showreels
From audiobooks and advertising to e-learning, explainers and transit messaging, Dan Akers has voiced scripts across every major platform.
Danmade Studios also creates showreels, combining carefully edited footage with animated logos, titles, credits and lower-thirds. Dan plans the editorial running order to make every reel engaging and effective.
Whether you’re a voice artist, performer, broadcaster or corporate client, Danmade Studios can turn your footage into a polished, professional showreel.
Get in touch: info@danmadestudios.com | +44 7843 945 225
Crafting Video Content
In 2024, 50 telecoms professionals worldwide were filmed on their mobile devices pitching their TM Forum Catalyst projects.
Dan Akers transformed the footage into 50 polished videos in just two months—remastering audio, editing music to picture, sourcing stock footage, manually creating thousands of subtitles, and recreating motion graphics, titles and slides to pixel-perfect standards.
Alongside production, Dan managed filming schedules, re-takes, training, documentation, spreadsheets, QR codes and submissions.
50 videos. 2 months. One producer: Dan Akers.
Making Music
A spin on “The Doctor Donna”, “The Doctor Delia” is Dan Akers’ latest arrangement of Ron Grainer’s iconic sci-fi theme. It showcases his ability to rearrange existing music, compose new material such as the second bridge at 1'06", and produce a track from the ground up. No AI was used.
Doing It All
This clip showcases Dan Akers as a voice artist, writer, audio and video producer, sound and motion graphics designer, arranger, music producer and composer. Featuring his arrangement “Doctor Who Theme 60”, created for Doctor Who’s 60th anniversary.
Got a project that needs to make an impact? Dan brings content, music and voice together to create work that people talk about. Book online, email info@danmadestudios.com or call +44 7843 945 225. Talk to Dan today, and make your great idea exceptional.
All videos in this section were produced by Dan Akers, incorporating some client-owned content. Commercial spots on the Audio Production Reel also include client-owned material from Bird’s Eye and Sandals. Generative AI: AI was used selectively as a creative tool. In the Subway Abandoman clip, Descript was used to create an AI avatar from a still photograph, using a stock voice manually lip-synced to Rob Broderick’s original performance. Descript’s Eye Contact tool was also used on the TM Forum Catalyst project.
Danmade Studios uses AI only where specific content would otherwise be impossible to create or where budgets prevent hiring human creatives.
Wherever possible, please #HireHuman - thank you.
Client Reviews
CONNOR SCOFIELD Partner/President, Lockt Post | Los Angeles, California, USA
PAUL BURKE | CEO, Paul Burke Radio, author, creative lead at AMV/BBDO | London
CONNOR SCOFIELD Partner/President, Lockt Post | Los Angeles, California, USA
"Dan was a true professional and a class act!
Loved working with him.
He made things easy when recording as our script slowly changed.
And of course, his voice is excellent and fit our project perfectly.
Would highly recommend working with Dan!"
★★★★★
COURTNEY HALVERSON actor & fashion blogger Pretty Little Fawn | New York
PAUL BURKE | CEO, Paul Burke Radio, author, creative lead at AMV/BBDO | London
CONNOR SCOFIELD Partner/President, Lockt Post | Los Angeles, California, USA
“Such a talented artist who provided multiple takes with his audition.
His takes were so good that there was not even a need to re-record after submission of his audition.
Looking forward to working together again!”
★★★★★
PAUL BURKE | CEO, Paul Burke Radio, author, creative lead at AMV/BBDO | London
PAUL BURKE | CEO, Paul Burke Radio, author, creative lead at AMV/BBDO | London
PAUL BURKE | CEO, Paul Burke Radio, author, creative lead at AMV/BBDO | London
"I've worked with Dan many times and he's the complete audio professional. There's nothing he can't do. He writes, produces and directs all things audible with great charm and aplomb. From thin air to on-air, he can do absolutely everything. I sincerely recommend him.
What really sets him apart is his talent as a voice artist. He has a great voice and knows how to use it. "
★★★★★
HEIDI CARROLL | CEO, Meerkat Works | UK
DAN HUNT | CEO, Creative Sound Ideas | Dorset, UK
PAUL BURKE | CEO, Paul Burke Radio, author, creative lead at AMV/BBDO | London
"I love to work with Dan Akers because I'm not only assured of the most brilliant voice but top quality production too.
Projects we've worked on together for Star Wars and Universal Studios, plus many many more, have always been fun and no stone left unturned when it comes to top notch audio creative.
I'd highly recommend him."
★★★★★
KIM GALLAGHER | CD, Bauer Media | Newcastle, UK
DAN HUNT | CEO, Creative Sound Ideas | Dorset, UK
DAN HUNT | CEO, Creative Sound Ideas | Dorset, UK
"Dan puts the artist into voice artist. Lovely voice quality, particularly if you need trust and sincerity. He also 'gets' a script:
His breadth of experience means he can tell what you're aiming for and delivers, hitting every note and beat. He can produce too which is handy when you need it right and right now.
A joy to direct and versatile. Highly recommended."
★★★★★
DAN HUNT | CEO, Creative Sound Ideas | Dorset, UK
DAN HUNT | CEO, Creative Sound Ideas | Dorset, UK
DAN HUNT | CEO, Creative Sound Ideas | Dorset, UK
"I've never met someone who can bring a script to life like Dan, best producer I've ever worked with.
Attention to detail is second-to-none.
His versatile voice has great range and he supplies polished, prompt audio everytime.
I couldn't recommend him more highly."
★★★★★
TESS WHITTAKER | The Voice Distillery | Scotland, UK
TESS WHITTAKER | The Voice Distillery | Scotland, UK
TESS WHITTAKER | The Voice Distillery | Scotland, UK
"Absolutely delighted with Dan's service, a true professional from start to finish.
We wrapped the project in under 24 hours due to his brilliant delivery!
I highly recommend anyone in need of a voice to look no further than Dan."
★★★★★
LEN TURNER | Johns Hopkins University | USA
TESS WHITTAKER | The Voice Distillery | Scotland, UK
TESS WHITTAKER | The Voice Distillery | Scotland, UK
"Dan was terrific to work with.
He gave a fast and efficient service, and he's also a great voice talent.
I would recommend him highly."
★★★★★
SIMON PARRIS | Final Cut Film Company | England, UK
TESS WHITTAKER | The Voice Distillery | Scotland, UK
SIMON PARRIS | Final Cut Film Company | England, UK
"Dan was the stand out artist on a voice proposal site.
He was extremely professional, highly creative and delivered an end product that was way above and beyond.
Highly rated and recommended."
★★★★★
KYLE GARRETT | Seven Summits | California, USA
ROCIO TXABARRIAGA | Villa Magna Publishing | USA
SIMON PARRIS | Final Cut Film Company | England, UK
"Dan is top notch. Turnaround time was super fast. He communicates well. His audio source sounds great, and he is easy to work with in post. He also went above and beyond with alternative line readings that he identified and provided without us even asking! Loved working with Dan!"
★★★★★
FRANK METZEL | Life Science Animation | Poland
ROCIO TXABARRIAGA | Villa Magna Publishing | USA
ROCIO TXABARRIAGA | Villa Magna Publishing | USA
"Dan has an excellent voice, great to work with and much liked by our international client base.
He responds to emails quickly and we usually receive his audio within 1 or 2 hours."
★★★★★
ROCIO TXABARRIAGA | Villa Magna Publishing | USA
ROCIO TXABARRIAGA | Villa Magna Publishing | USA
ROCIO TXABARRIAGA | Villa Magna Publishing | USA
"Dan worked with Villa Magna Publishing on a challenging audio book project that required not just his brilliant talent as a voice-over artist, but also characterisation and difficult pronunciation of words in other languages. Not only did he deliver a top final recording, but throughout the whole process he was professional, receptive to feedback and a real joy to work with."
★★★★★
ALI ROUMANI | Boursa Kuwait | United Arab Emirates
ALI ROUMANI | Boursa Kuwait | United Arab Emirates
ALI ROUMANI | Boursa Kuwait | United Arab Emirates
"Working with Dan Akers was a wonderful experience.
He was prompt, helpful and very professional. I will definitely work with him on future projects."
★★★★★
DIRK MANADO | Voice Artist & Producer | Germany
ALI ROUMANI | Boursa Kuwait | United Arab Emirates
ALI ROUMANI | Boursa Kuwait | United Arab Emirates
"Dan Akers is an awesome voiceover artist.
He was easy to communicate with and delivery was prompt. We will book him again!"
★★★★★
JASON JANG | Freelance Screenwriter | Worldwide
ALI ROUMANI | Boursa Kuwait | United Arab Emirates
JASON JANG | Freelance Screenwriter | Worldwide
"Dan Akers is, by far, the most dedicated, sincere voice actor I've worked with. I'm always satisfied with the results. A pleasure doing business. Thank you very much for all your hard work.
★★★★★
MICHAEL KAUFMANN | Kaufmann Media | USA
MICHAEL KAUFMANN | Kaufmann Media | USA
JASON JANG | Freelance Screenwriter | Worldwide
Dan is a true professional - very good communications, fast delivery and of course - top notch voice performance.
He is attentive and approachable, it was a very positive experience working with him.
Highly recommended. Well done!
★★★★★
WORKED WITH DAN BEFORE?
MICHAEL KAUFMANN | Kaufmann Media | USA
SHORT REVIEWS from VOICES.COM clients
If you've worked with Dan Akers but never written a review, you're invited to write one now! Please email it with your name and company name to info@danmadestudios.com.
To all past and present clients, for their invaluable support including those who have been good enough to write and submit their reviews: thank you - you are very much appreciated.
SHORT REVIEWS from VOICES.COM clients
MICHAEL KAUFMANN | Kaufmann Media | USA
SHORT REVIEWS from VOICES.COM clients
"Would recommend!" ★★★★★ Brendan Sullivan, CEO Zama Health,
★★★★★ Smartly.io
★★★★★ Janel Andrews, Voices.com
"Great voice and superb to work with!" ★★★★★ Jakob Kangur, Co-founder, Smoked Sparrow OU, Estonia.
Studio Facilities
Studio 1 - Control Room
Studio 1 - Control Room
Studio 1 - Control Room
PC: Apple Mac Mini M4 (2024, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD)
Interface: Behringer UltraVoice UV1 with MIDAS pre-amp
Studio Monitors: Mackie MR624 x2
Storage: 18TB local / 4TB cloud
Connectivity: fibre optic broadband internet
1st display: Samsung UW-XVGA 34" (4K)
2nd display: Dell 24" (2K)
Studio 2 - Voice Booth
Studio 1 - Control Room
Studio 1 - Control Room
Microphone: Sennheiser MKH416
Monitoring: Beyerdynamic DT-880 and Oneodio Studio
Script delivery:Android tablet with teleprompter
Voice-to-picture: Android tablet with screen mirroring
MIDI keyboard: Novation 25SL MkII
DAWs: Fender Studio Pro, Pro Tools, Cubase
NLE: Davinci Resolve Studio
Booking Form & Contact Info
How do you book a voiceover recording or content production session with Dan? Here's how:
- Complete form, attach script, hit send.
- Talk fees, deliverables, deadlines & direction.
- You direct Dan? Or Dan directs Dan? You decide.
- Self-directed audio emailed within 2 hours.
- Corrections & changes sorted.
- Revised audio emaied for final approval.
You can also email your script and requirements to Dan, or discuss your project with him on the phone.
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