Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Sara Secora. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Alright, Sara thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. When did you first know you wanted to pursue a creative/artistic path professionally?

From a young age, I was always drawn to the creative side of life. What started as a passion for writing quickly expanded into painting, but the true turning point for me came when I discovered the world of voiceover. Although the path that led me here was an unexpected one. In 2011, I launched a YouTube channel where I shared my love for video games, focusing mostly on horror and indie titles, and occasionally unboxing nerdy collectibles.

It wasn’t until 2013 that I began noticing a consistent theme in the comments. My followers were encouraging me to try voiceover! At the time, I hadn’t considered it because of being disabled. I wondered how someone like me could pursue a career in voice acting from home. But slowly, I dipped my toes into the world of voiceover, starting by helping fellow YouTubers with their content. Eventually, I found my first voice acting coach, and that’s when things began to feel more real.

About two or three years into this journey, as I continued to hone my craft and fell deeper in love with acting, voiceover became my primary focus. Though it’s my main passion, I still explore other creative avenues, such as writing books, voice directing, casting, and even voice coaching.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I’m Sara Secora, an award-nominated voice actor with over 11 years of experience in the industry. I’ve been featured in hundreds of roles across video games, animated TV series and movies, commercials, trailers, narration, and more—all from my broadcast-quality home studio in Detroit, Michigan.

In addition to voice acting, I work as a casting director, voice director, and voice coach, and I’ve published The Anywhere Voice Actor. As a disabled voice actor and dedicated disability advocate, I am passionate about promoting accessibility in the voiceover industry. I understand the challenges firsthand, which led me to build a fully accessible home studio that meets today’s broadcast-quality standards. All my work is recorded remotely, proving that talent like myself can succeed in voiceover from anywhere in the world with the right technology and accessibility.

➤ Notable game credits include Genshin Impact, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Elder Scrolls Online, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Fallout 76, Warframe, Dragon Ball: The Breakers, Cuphead: TDLC, Once Human, Final Fantasy BE: WOTV, Transformers: Tactical Arena, Wild Bastards, Bye Sweet Carole, Visage, Smite.

➤ Notable animation clients include Netflix, Crunchyroll, Mattel, Rainbow SpA, Wizart, Fantawild, Soyuzmultfilm, 100Kilowatts, Magic Frame, TinyBuild — for films and shows such as Enchantimals, Hello Neighbor, Boonie Bears: Back to Earth, Rebellious, Pinocchio and Friends, Bread Barbershop, Rumble Garanndoll, Alien: Monday.

➤ Notable commercial clients include Metro by TMobile, Pepsi, For Hers, Facebook, Crunch Gym, Conn’s Home Plus, Hilton Garden Inn, Biden Campaign, Dana Better World, Lions KidSight USA, Michigan Central Station, Snohomish County, Downtown Dearborn.

Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?

When I first started in voiceover, my coaches and peers made it clear that this career path wasn’t accessible to remote actors. I was often told that, at some point, I would need to move to Los Angeles to truly pursue my dreams. Ten years ago, part of me accepted that I might only have the opportunity to work on indie video games, which were more open to remote talent, and that the glass ceiling in the industry would always limit my potential. But there was another part of me, the part that refused to give up and believed there had to be a detour and kept pushing forward.

Today, I’m incredibly grateful to not only have broken through that glass ceiling but to be helping other voice actors do the same. My book, The Anywhere Voice Actor, is all about working remotely in this industry, and through my coaching, I’m able to guide other actors through the process. It’s rewarding to see the possibilities expand for talent everywhere, proving that remote work is not only viable but thriving in voiceover.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

Being heard. As a homebound disabled voice actor, I am in a unique position that’s coupled with isolation. I often refer to my voiceover booth as my “purple portal” that transports me into other worlds and lives. It’s a gateway that allows me to explore and play. Through my voice, I can step into characters, stories, and experiences, connecting with people all over the world.

For me, being heard is incredibly freeing. It has allowed me to overcome some of the isolation, creating opportunities for connection and creativity. The work has given me a lot of purpose that I truly needed. And I just hope to use my platform to inspire and encourage others who may be facing similar challenges.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.sarasecora.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sara.secora/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarasecora/
• Twitter: https://x.com/SaraSecoraVO
• Other: https://bsky.app/profile/sarasecora.com

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