Voice, storytelling and delivery coaching for professional speakers and groups
Whether you're seeking voice training for a podcast, presentation coaching for a keynote, mindful delivery for a meditation or vocal direction for event speakers, you're in the right place
Judi Dench and Jennifer White
Alongside my work with acclaimed actors, I coach creative or holistic professionals and groups in voice, storytelling, scripted delivery and authentic live or recorded performance craft.
My coaching spans diverse projects:
From coaching a presenter on Better Homes & Gardens to an author's audiobook delivery
From vocally directing an ARIA Award-nominated storytelling album to a psychotherapist's conference speech
From an internationally televised Opening Ceremony to running group workshops on voice, delivery and presence
Whether your content is verbatim or with a touch of ad-lib - whether it’s a speech, podcast, audiobook, video presentation or guided meditation - I help you deliver with authenticity, creativity and confidence.
This work is not "elocution". It's not about being theatrical or an actor. It's about unlocking your authentic voice, elevating your delivery and crafting your unique storytelling style so you truly captivate on stage, camera or microphone.
Areas of Expertise
VOICE TRAINING: Tone/resonance, breathwork, range, clarity, vocal expression, warm ups, vocal wellbeing
BODY LANGUAGE: Presence, alignment, tension release, gesture, eye contact, purposeful movement
STORYTELLING: Scripted delivery, story journey, script editing, authenticity, emotion, connection, impact
CREATIVE DELIVERY: Narration, voice-overs, dialects, character voices, animation, poetry, Shakespeare
PERFORMANCE CRAFT: Performance direction, stage/screen craft, microphone use, actor training, ADR
PROFESSIONAL MINDSET: Confidence, adaptability, handling nerves, sustaining high-level performance
** Please note: I don’t offer Accent Reduction coaching. This refers to non-actors wanting to reduce your native accent or develop a new one for your everyday voice or at work eg. to sound Australian or British. This is a distinct field of speech work offered by speech pathologists, ESL teachers and voice coaches in that specific area. Search "accent reduction".
"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
From vocal fear to creative freedom
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 powerfully elevate and transform creative or holistic professionals.
This work 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 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 expert, enjoyable and transformational training.
Client Testimonial
NICOLE WALLACE: LIFE COACH & HYPNOTHERAPIST
"Working with Jennifer has been a game changer in how I approach my hypnosis recordings. Her enthusiasm, knowledge, support and guidance has helped me expand my vocal delivery that now sounds engaging and impactful. I have learnt the subtle art of writing and editing scripts that resonate with the listener and create powerful change. I have also learnt to tap into my emotions and into the joyful play energy which has assisted me in finding my authentic voice. Jennifer, thank you for bringing your passion and presence on each [Zoom] call. I have sincerely enjoyed the time and feel more confident today through your teachings."
Services for professional speakers, groups and events
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).
INDIVIDUALS & GROUPS: 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, events and training colleges.
Projects include: Keynote speeches, presentations, audiobooks, videos, podcasts, meditation recordings, narration, brand or training content, launches, voice-overs, group workshops and more.
Coaching includes: Clarifying project vision and goals, strategy for target audience/listener, script editing and detailing, voice training (tone/resonance, breathwork, pace, range, clarity, vocal expression), body language (movement, gestures, eye contact), elite storytelling skills, presence and confidence, emotion and connection, creativity, stage and screen craft, microphone use, warm ups, handling stumbles, taking direction and redirection like a pro, and performance mindset.
Client Examples
Live Speech examples
Psychotherapist & Health Leader - Conference Speech: Developed his script, vocal delivery, storytelling style, stage confidence and authentic connection. His calm, compelling presence left many audience members praising his deeply moving speech.
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.
Audio Recording examples
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 and joyful creativity.
Performer & TV Host - Storytelling Album (ARIA Award-nominated): Expanded her script dramaturgy, vocal creativity, storytelling style, character voices and pacing, followed by VIP in-person 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.
Life Coach & Hypnotherapist - Audio Meditations: Refined her script, storytelling style, vocal colour, pacing, creativity, ideal audience connection and holistic narration skills. She recorded with engaging warmth, passion and impact.
On-Camera & In-Person Presentation examples
TV Presenter - Lifestyle Program 'Better Homes & Gardens': Refined her on-camera presentation craft, vocal colour, authenticity, 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.
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.
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 and Events Coaching
Coaching includes training BFA, MFA and Postgraduate students at elite training institutions, running public workshops and masterclasses, and coaching international events attended by up to 400,000 people in person and televised live to millions.
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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. -
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.
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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.
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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.
Client Testimonial
ROB REDENBACH: KEYNOTE SPEAKER & AUTHOR (coached for audiobook + live speech)
"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."
Frequently Asked Questions
COMMON COACHING QUERIES FROM NON-ACTOR PROFESSIONALS
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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 delivery 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 professionals who want to foster a personal, creative and holistic side to their work with elite voice and 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, audiobooks, narration, meditation recordings, brand videos, launches, course content, optimistic YouTube, poetry readings, and group workshops or masterclasses.
Industries: creativity and the arts, training and education, positive 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.
Content Style: scripted work that is purposeful, values-led and creative or holistic in nature — content that centres healthy expression, human connection, inspirational education and mindful impact.
Coaching requests that align with the FAQs will receive a response within 2 business days.
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. -
Coaching is always the most effective when there’s a strong alignment between the coach and the client’s industry, style of work, content and goals. While I’m passionate about helping a range of creative or holistic professionals, at times we’re simply not the right match or your request falls outside my services.
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.
Native Accent Reduction: If your goal is reducing your native accent or developing a new one for your everyday voice or at work (eg. to sound Australian or British), this is a distinct field of speech work that I don't specialise in or offer to non-actors. A search of "accent reduction" or "accent modification" will guide you to speech pathologists, ESL teachers or voice coaches who are experts in that specific area.
Mismatched Industries & Content: My expertise shines best with creative or holistic individuals and organisations where human expression, creativity and mindful impact sit at the heart. Industries and content that sit outside these values are generally not the right fit. This includes projects whose tone or themes don’t align with the purposeful, creative or optimistic work I specialise in. You'll find a guide to the industries I typically work with in the FAQ above.
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I’m based in Sydney, Australia and work with local and international professionals.
Private coaching sessions are held on Zoom so no matter where you are, you can access my expertise, guidance and support.
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, delivery, storytelling and authentic performance skills in engaging, embodied ways.
Coaching is tailored to my client's unique goals, whether that's an immediate need or long-term vision.Skills coached include: scripted delivery, voice training, presence, text detailing, storytelling skills, stage and camera craft, microphone use, 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 human psychology, success strategies and wellbeing practices to help you fully embody your message. -
Yes, at times. My work primarily focuses on helping professionals 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, camera 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.
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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 character voices in audiobooks, poetry readings, voice-overs, docudramas, and other projects requiring genuine dialect or character work.
Essential: non-actors 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 is outside my field:Native Accent Reduction: If your goal is reducing your native accent or developing a new one for your everyday voice or at work (eg. to sound Australian or British), this is a distinct field of speech work that I don't specialise in or offer to non-actors. A search of "accent reduction" or "accent modification" will guide you to speech pathologists, ESL teachers or voice coaches who are experts in that specific area.
