Voice, Storytelling and Performance Coaching for Professional Speakers
SERVICES FOR NON-ACTORS
Whether you're seeking voice training for an audiobook, presentation coaching for a live event, or workshops for your creative team or students, you're in the right place
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Alongside my work with acclaimed actors, I coach creative or holistic professionals, groups and organisations in voice, storytelling and live or recorded performance craft.
From coaching a presenter on Better Homes & Gardens to an author's audiobook delivery, from vocally directing an ARIA Award-nominated narrative album to a psychotherapist's conference speech, from an internationally televised Opening Ceremony to running group workshops on voice, delivery and presence, my coaching spans diverse projects. Whether your content is verbatim or with a touch of ad-lib – whether it’s a live speech, podcast, brand video, audiobook, TV presentation or audio meditation – I help you deliver with authenticity, creativity and confidence. |
Areas of Expertise
VOICE TRAINING: Tone/resonance, breathwork, stamina, pace, pause, volume, range, clarity, expression.
BODY LANGUAGE: Presence, posture/alignment, gesture, eye contact, purposeful movement, physicalisation.
STORYTELLING: Scripted delivery, story journey/arc, dramaturgy, authenticity, emotion, connection, impact.
CREATIVE DELIVERY: Narration, voice-overs, dialects, character voices, animation, Shakespeare, poetry.
PERFORMANCE CRAFT: Performance direction, stage/screen craft, microphone use, actor training, ADR.
VOCAL WELLBEING: Warm ups, vocal health, self-awareness, physical/vocal freedom, holistic tools.
PROFESSIONAL MINDSET: Confidence, adaptability, handling nerves, sustaining high-level performance.
This work is not "elocution" and learning "the perfect vowels". It's about unlocking your authentic voice, discovering your unique delivery and expanding your storytelling style so you captivate your audience.
BODY LANGUAGE: Presence, posture/alignment, gesture, eye contact, purposeful movement, physicalisation.
STORYTELLING: Scripted delivery, story journey/arc, dramaturgy, authenticity, emotion, connection, impact.
CREATIVE DELIVERY: Narration, voice-overs, dialects, character voices, animation, Shakespeare, poetry.
PERFORMANCE CRAFT: Performance direction, stage/screen craft, microphone use, actor training, ADR.
VOCAL WELLBEING: Warm ups, vocal health, self-awareness, physical/vocal freedom, holistic tools.
PROFESSIONAL MINDSET: Confidence, adaptability, handling nerves, sustaining high-level performance.
This work is not "elocution" and learning "the perfect vowels". It's about unlocking your authentic voice, discovering your unique delivery and expanding your storytelling style so you captivate your audience.
"Your voice is a powerful musical instrument – flexible, trainable and full of possibility. Through coaching, you can unlock its greater potential with purpose, passion and permission to play"
JENNIFER WHITE
Transform your craft, content and confidence with custom coaching
For many professional speakers, their live or recorded voice is a source of self-consciousness and fear.
Maybe your delivery feels flat on stage, stiff on camera or nervous behind the mic. Perhaps you long to share your message with more ease, joy and a storytelling style that truly connects.
Your voice is a trainable, flexible instrument, filled with creative potential. With over 25 years' experience across global screen, stage and audio – and as a former professional actor, singer and voice-over artist – I bring creativity, industry expertise and world-class results to your training.
The same techniques I share with acclaimed actors can be powerfully applied to creative or holistic professionals and groups. Transforming your craft isn’t just about sounding and looking polished. It’s about aligning your voice, body and mindset so your delivery feels authentic, your words resonate and your story captivates.
By combining leading voice and performance coaching with techniques drawn from voice science, human psychology and holistic practices such as mindfulness and breathwork, I help clients embody their message fully, meaningfully and memorably. Like my work with professional actors, this transforms delivery so it’s not just heard – it’s truly felt.
Whether you're preparing an upcoming project, planning a long-term vision or want a group workshop, I’m here to help you unlock your greater potential from the inside out with elite, enjoyable and transformational training.
Maybe your delivery feels flat on stage, stiff on camera or nervous behind the mic. Perhaps you long to share your message with more ease, joy and a storytelling style that truly connects.
Your voice is a trainable, flexible instrument, filled with creative potential. With over 25 years' experience across global screen, stage and audio – and as a former professional actor, singer and voice-over artist – I bring creativity, industry expertise and world-class results to your training.
The same techniques I share with acclaimed actors can be powerfully applied to creative or holistic professionals and groups. Transforming your craft isn’t just about sounding and looking polished. It’s about aligning your voice, body and mindset so your delivery feels authentic, your words resonate and your story captivates.
By combining leading voice and performance coaching with techniques drawn from voice science, human psychology and holistic practices such as mindfulness and breathwork, I help clients embody their message fully, meaningfully and memorably. Like my work with professional actors, this transforms delivery so it’s not just heard – it’s truly felt.
Whether you're preparing an upcoming project, planning a long-term vision or want a group workshop, I’m here to help you unlock your greater potential from the inside out with elite, enjoyable and transformational training.
COACHING SERVICES
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Individual & Group Coaching
My coaching for professional speakers primarily supports creative or holistic professionals, groups, events and organisations with scripted delivery, expressive storytelling and live or recorded performance craft (verbatim or with a touch of ad-lib). Please note: I don’t offer accent reduction training (neutralising your own native accent) as this is a distinct field of speech work best suited to voice coaches and speech pathologists in that specific area.
SERVICES: Private or group coaching for professional speakers in creative or holistic fields for your live or recorded projects. Group masterclasses and workshops for creative or holistic organisations, colleges and events.
SERVICES: Private or group coaching for professional speakers in creative or holistic fields for your live or recorded projects. Group masterclasses and workshops for creative or holistic organisations, colleges and events.
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For: keynote speeches, live or televised presentations, audiobooks, videos, podcasts, narration, brand marketing, training content, launches, voice-overs, meditation tracks, group workshops or masterclasses, and more.
Coaching includes: clarifying the project vision and goals; script detailing; voice training (tone/resonance, breathwork, pace, colour, clarity, stamina); body language (mindful movement, gestures); scripted storytelling and story arc; presence and confidence; audience connection; creative play; stage and screen craft; microphone use; warm ups; handling stumbles; performance mindset; nervous system regulation; taking direction and redirection like a pro; post event reviews for long-term growth. |
Individual Clients include:
▶︎ TV Presenter - Lifestyle Program 'Better Homes & Gardens': Refined her on-camera presentation craft, authenticity, vocal colour, pacing, presence, energy, audience connection, scripted delivery and voice-over skills. She left with greater on-screen confidence, a stronger voice and an authentic, polished style.
▶︎ Keynote Speaker & Author - Audiobook and Live Speech : Enriched his narration, vocal delivery, comedic timing, character voices, dialect mastery, storytelling arc, and microphone and stage craft. He recorded and presented with ease, joy and creativity.
▶︎ Psychotherapist & Health Leader - Conference Speech: Developed his script, vocal delivery, stage confidence, storytelling skills and authentic connection. His calm, compelling presence left many audience members praising his deeply moving speech.
▶︎ Performer, TV Host & Author - ARIA Award-nominated narrative album: Expanded her script dramaturgy, vocal creativity, storytelling style, character voices and pacing, followed by VIP vocal direction in the recording studio session. The ABC-produced album and live performances at Sydney Opera House received overwhelmingly positive reviews, resulting in a 2025 ARIA Award nomination.
▶︎ Interior Stylist & Educator - Training Video: Detailed her scripted delivery flow, natural movement, authentic delivery, camera craft, performance mindset, regulating presentation nerves and creative play on screen. She delivered with elegance, energy and a relaxed confidence.
▶︎ Cultural Historian & Author - Book Launch: Fine-tuned her script, vocal delivery, pacing, storytelling, stage craft and presentation polish, followed by a VIP on-site rehearsal to direct her final presentation in the venue. The launch ran seamlessly and was warmly received.
▶︎ Yoga Teachers - Live & Online Classes: Elevated their vocal confidence, breath support, tension release, vocal resonance, pacing, passion, warmth and inner connection to holistic content. They gained more expressive, inspiring voices and a greater embodiment in their teaching.
▶︎ Keynote Speaker & Author - Audiobook and Live Speech : Enriched his narration, vocal delivery, comedic timing, character voices, dialect mastery, storytelling arc, and microphone and stage craft. He recorded and presented with ease, joy and creativity.
▶︎ Psychotherapist & Health Leader - Conference Speech: Developed his script, vocal delivery, stage confidence, storytelling skills and authentic connection. His calm, compelling presence left many audience members praising his deeply moving speech.
▶︎ Performer, TV Host & Author - ARIA Award-nominated narrative album: Expanded her script dramaturgy, vocal creativity, storytelling style, character voices and pacing, followed by VIP vocal direction in the recording studio session. The ABC-produced album and live performances at Sydney Opera House received overwhelmingly positive reviews, resulting in a 2025 ARIA Award nomination.
▶︎ Interior Stylist & Educator - Training Video: Detailed her scripted delivery flow, natural movement, authentic delivery, camera craft, performance mindset, regulating presentation nerves and creative play on screen. She delivered with elegance, energy and a relaxed confidence.
▶︎ Cultural Historian & Author - Book Launch: Fine-tuned her script, vocal delivery, pacing, storytelling, stage craft and presentation polish, followed by a VIP on-site rehearsal to direct her final presentation in the venue. The launch ran seamlessly and was warmly received.
▶︎ Yoga Teachers - Live & Online Classes: Elevated their vocal confidence, breath support, tension release, vocal resonance, pacing, passion, warmth and inner connection to holistic content. They gained more expressive, inspiring voices and a greater embodiment in their teaching.
Group & Events Coaching includes:
▶︎ National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) - 2009 to 2021:
1. Voice and Performance: Lecturer for 12 years on BFA Acting and MFA Voice degrees. Trained students in voice, dialects, scripted storytelling, performance and stage craft. They graduated with elite, internationally recognised actor-training skills for stage, screen and microphone.
2. Voice-Overs Training: Trained BFA Acting students in commercial voice-overs, documentary narration, corporate voice-over, audiobook storytelling and script marking techniques. Supervised their voice-over reel script selection, delivery rehearsal and final edit. Students left with an industry-level demo reel, with many securing lead agents and ongoing work.
3. NIDA Open Program - Public Courses & Workshops: In addition to training their degree students, I ran diverse courses and workshops at NIDA for members of the public seeking professional voice and performance training taught to actors. Training included voice work, embodiment, scripted storytelling, acting techniques, stage craft, presentation skills, performance mindset and confidence. Attendees left with greater authenticity, creative play and practical tools to apply across live and recorded events.
▶︎ Opening & Closing Ceremonies - Events Coaching: I was the Presentation and Voice Coach for Opening and Closing Ceremonies produced by Australian company Out There Productions. Events were attended by 15,000 to 400,000 people in person and televised live internationally to millions. I coached local and international MCs, presenters and guest speakers in voice, presentation, scripted delivery, audience connection, stadium stage craft, live and on-camera presence, voice-overs and sponsor advertisements, microphone technique, and embodied confidence for televised performance. They spoke with calm, expressive clarity under high-pressure conditions, resonating with audiences on-site and around the world.
▶︎ Edith Cowan University - Broadcasting Voice: During a Guest Teacher secondment for their performing arts degrees (WAAPA), I ran classes for the Postgraduate Diploma of Broadcasting students. Training covered voice, clarity, delivery, pitch and vocal warm ups. Students left with professional tools to apply for radio and audio reels.
▶︎ Australian Film, Television & Radio School (AFTRS) - Screen Voice: I delivered a Guest Lecture and Q&A session for BA Directing students on vocal direction for screen performance from pre- to post-production. Attendees left with greater insight into film/TV voice needs, industry examples and project preparation advice.
1. Voice and Performance: Lecturer for 12 years on BFA Acting and MFA Voice degrees. Trained students in voice, dialects, scripted storytelling, performance and stage craft. They graduated with elite, internationally recognised actor-training skills for stage, screen and microphone.
2. Voice-Overs Training: Trained BFA Acting students in commercial voice-overs, documentary narration, corporate voice-over, audiobook storytelling and script marking techniques. Supervised their voice-over reel script selection, delivery rehearsal and final edit. Students left with an industry-level demo reel, with many securing lead agents and ongoing work.
3. NIDA Open Program - Public Courses & Workshops: In addition to training their degree students, I ran diverse courses and workshops at NIDA for members of the public seeking professional voice and performance training taught to actors. Training included voice work, embodiment, scripted storytelling, acting techniques, stage craft, presentation skills, performance mindset and confidence. Attendees left with greater authenticity, creative play and practical tools to apply across live and recorded events.
▶︎ Opening & Closing Ceremonies - Events Coaching: I was the Presentation and Voice Coach for Opening and Closing Ceremonies produced by Australian company Out There Productions. Events were attended by 15,000 to 400,000 people in person and televised live internationally to millions. I coached local and international MCs, presenters and guest speakers in voice, presentation, scripted delivery, audience connection, stadium stage craft, live and on-camera presence, voice-overs and sponsor advertisements, microphone technique, and embodied confidence for televised performance. They spoke with calm, expressive clarity under high-pressure conditions, resonating with audiences on-site and around the world.
▶︎ Edith Cowan University - Broadcasting Voice: During a Guest Teacher secondment for their performing arts degrees (WAAPA), I ran classes for the Postgraduate Diploma of Broadcasting students. Training covered voice, clarity, delivery, pitch and vocal warm ups. Students left with professional tools to apply for radio and audio reels.
▶︎ Australian Film, Television & Radio School (AFTRS) - Screen Voice: I delivered a Guest Lecture and Q&A session for BA Directing students on vocal direction for screen performance from pre- to post-production. Attendees left with greater insight into film/TV voice needs, industry examples and project preparation advice.
Testimonial
"When I reached out to several 'experts' to help me with my audiobook, I was left wondering if it was all too much hassle. And then I found Jennifer and felt like I won the lottery. Her depth of knowledge, combined with her patient yet challenging teaching style was exactly what I was looking for."
ROB REDENBACH: Keynote speaker, author & narrator (coached for audiobook + live speech)
ROB REDENBACH: Keynote speaker, author & narrator (coached for audiobook + live speech)
frequently asked questions:
non-actor professionals
WHO DO YOU TYPICALLY WORK WITH?
Alongside my work with actors, I specialise in coaching creative or holistic professionals, groups and organisations for scripted audio, video and live projects, whether verbatim or with a touch of ad-lib. For groups and organisations, I also offer active, creative workshops and masterclasses that explore professional voice, storytelling and performance in dynamic, embodied ways. This spans a diverse range of industries, and I’m particularly aligned with those making a positive and ethical impact in the world.
My style suits those who want to foster a personal, creative and holistic side to their work with elite performance methods, rather than a more traditional 'corporate presentation' style. This draws on over 25 years of coaching expertise in scripted delivery for local and international screen, stage and voice-over performance – not in unscripted or primarily ad-libbed projects.
Work I'm drawn to coaching includes:
Seeking coaching for an unscripted project? Head to FAQ #2 "Who are you typically not a match for?" and FAQ #4 “Do you coach non-actors in unscripted content?” for further insight.
My style suits those who want to foster a personal, creative and holistic side to their work with elite performance methods, rather than a more traditional 'corporate presentation' style. This draws on over 25 years of coaching expertise in scripted delivery for local and international screen, stage and voice-over performance – not in unscripted or primarily ad-libbed projects.
Work I'm drawn to coaching includes:
- Events & Recordings: speeches or keynotes, podcasts, coaching videos, audiobooks, narration, brand marketing, scripted launches, course content, YouTube, meditation recordings, poetry/book readings, and group workshops or masterclasses.
- Industries: creativity and the arts, training and education, psychology and self-development, literature fields, women’s empowerment, wellness and holistic health, design and lifestyle, life success coaching, travel and culture, sustainable living, and other creative or holistic organisations.
Seeking coaching for an unscripted project? Head to FAQ #2 "Who are you typically not a match for?" and FAQ #4 “Do you coach non-actors in unscripted content?” for further insight.
WHO ARE YOU TYPICALLY NOT A MATCH FOR?
Coaching is always the most effective when there’s a strong alignment between the coach and the client’s industry, style of work and goals. While I’m passionate about helping a range of creative or holistic individuals, groups and organisations, there are times we’re simply not the right match or your request falls outside my services.
Some examples include:
Some examples include:
- Ad-Libbed Projects: My passion and expertise lie in coaching scripted stage, screen and microphone delivery. This includes live events and audio/video recordings, whether verbatim or with a touch of ad-lib. Completely unscripted projects or primarily ad-libbed content are not my central forte.
- Accent Reduction: If your goal is reducing or neutralising your native accent for everyday speech or career purposes, this is a distinct field of speech work that I don’t specialise in or offer. A Google search of "accent reduction" or "accent modification" will guide you to voice coaches or speech pathologists who are experts in this area.
- Mismatched Industries: My expertise shines best with creative or holistic individuals, groups and organisations where human expression, creativity and mindful impact sit at the heart. For industries that don't align with these passions and values, I may not be the best match. You'll find a guide to the industries I typically work with in the FAQ above.
WHERE ARE YOU BASED & WHAT SKILLS DO YOU COACH?
I’m based in Sydney, Australia and work with local and international clients. Private coaching sessions are held on Zoom so no matter where you are, you can access my expertise and guidance from anywhere in the world. For clients whose budgets allow, I also offer in-person VIP coaching at your venue, rehearsal space or recording studio. For groups and organisations, I offer active, creative workshops and masterclasses to explore professional voice, storytelling and performance skills in engaging, embodied ways.
Coaching is tailored to your unique goals, whether that's an immediate need or long-term vision. Private sessions or group workshops focus on helping you embody confidence, creativity and the professional craft of the acting industry in your delivery or presentation style.
Skills coached include: presence, voice training, scripted delivery, text detailing, captivating storytelling, stage and camera craft, microphone techniques, narration, voice-over, rehearsal routines, warm ups, performance mindset, direction and staging, audience connection, and more.
Beyond vocal delivery and performance craft, my signature style integrates mindset mastery, human psychology, success strategies, wellbeing practices and holistic tools to help you fully embody your message.
Coaching is tailored to your unique goals, whether that's an immediate need or long-term vision. Private sessions or group workshops focus on helping you embody confidence, creativity and the professional craft of the acting industry in your delivery or presentation style.
Skills coached include: presence, voice training, scripted delivery, text detailing, captivating storytelling, stage and camera craft, microphone techniques, narration, voice-over, rehearsal routines, warm ups, performance mindset, direction and staging, audience connection, and more.
Beyond vocal delivery and performance craft, my signature style integrates mindset mastery, human psychology, success strategies, wellbeing practices and holistic tools to help you fully embody your message.
DO YOU COACH non-actors IN unSCRIPTED CONTENT?
Yes, at times. My work primarily focuses on helping individuals and groups master scripted content for live events and audio/video recordings, whether verbatim or with a touch of ad-lib.
My expertise lies in scripted delivery for stage, screen and microphone – not in unscripted or primarily ad-libbed projects. This draws on over 25 years’ coaching experience in local and international scripted screen, stage and voice-over performance.
For groups and organisations, I offer skills-based workshops or masterclasses to develop professional voice, storytelling, delivery and performance skills without scripted content.
My expertise lies in scripted delivery for stage, screen and microphone – not in unscripted or primarily ad-libbed projects. This draws on over 25 years’ coaching experience in local and international scripted screen, stage and voice-over performance.
For groups and organisations, I offer skills-based workshops or masterclasses to develop professional voice, storytelling, delivery and performance skills without scripted content.
do you coach non-actors in dialects or character voices?
Yes, I’m happy to coach select non-actors who need to perform an authentic dialect or character voice for a specific professional project. This includes, but is not limited to, audiobooks, poetry readings, voice-overs, docudramas, and other projects requiring genuine dialect or character work.
The following accent coaching falls outside my services:
- Essential: entrepreneurs requesting this coaching must be fluent in English, with a neutral native accent (eg. Australian, New Zealand, British or North American). Dialect mastery requires detailed training, practice and in some cases multiple sessions. For this reason, I'm unable to offer dialect coaching to individuals whose first language is not English or who have a stronger native dialect.
The following accent coaching falls outside my services:
- Accent Reduction: If your goal is reducing or neutralising your native accent for everyday speech or career purposes, this is a distinct field of speech work that I don’t specialise in or offer. A Google search of "accent reduction" or "accent modification" will guide you to voice coaches or speech pathologists who are experts in this area.
JENNIFER WHITE
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