Voice Actor (Volunteer)

About Mentor A Promise

Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City-based nonprofit serving children and youth (ages 5-18) experiencing housing instability, grounded in the belief that every child is a Promise—full of potential, dignity, and possibility. We deliver consistent, high-quality programming across mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative expression in shelters, schools, and community spaces.

About PromiseStudios | Media, Storytelling & Creative Production

PromiseStudios is MAP's creative division responsible for podcasts, storytelling, publishing, and multimedia production. Through initiatives like PromisePod and Promise Frequencies, the division produces content that is emotionally resonant, culturally grounded, and rooted in lived experience.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Voice Actor to bring scripts, stories, and creative content to life through voice performance. This role is ideal for someone who understands the emotional power of voice—tone, pacing, rhythm, and presence—and can deliver performances that are authentic, engaging, and aligned with MAP's storytelling values.

Key Responsibilities

Voice Performance & Recording

• Perform voice recordings for podcasts, storytelling segments, and creative content.
• Interpret scripts with emotional depth, clarity, and authenticity.
• Adapt tone and delivery based on audience, content type, and creative direction.

Script Collaboration

• Collaborate with writers and producers to understand intent, tone, and message.
• Provide feedback on scripts when appropriate to enhance delivery and clarity.
• Support revisions and re-recordings as needed.

Audio Production Support

• Record clean, high-quality audio using appropriate equipment (home setup acceptable).
• Follow technical guidelines for file format, pacing, and delivery.
• Coordinate with audio editors for revisions and final production.

Creative Collaboration

• Contribute to storytelling across podcasts, campaigns, and multimedia content.
• Work closely with PromiseStudios teams and support PromiseBrands initiatives when needed.
• Maintain timely, professional responsiveness via Google Workspace.

Qualifications

Required

• Strong vocal delivery, clarity, and expressive range.
• Ability to interpret scripts and convey emotion effectively.
• Reliability and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Alignment with MAP's mission and dignity-centered values.

Preferred

• Experience in voice acting, theater, podcasting, or audio storytelling.
• Access to basic recording equipment (microphone, quiet recording space).
• Experience with audio editing or recording tools.
• Multilingual abilities are a plus.

Commitment

• Volunteer role.
• Approximately 5-10 hours per week (project-based flexibility).
• Minimum 6-month commitment preferred.
• Fully remote with optional NYC-based collaboration.

What You'll Gain

• Experience in voice acting and storytelling for mission-driven media.
• Collaboration with writers, producers, and creative teams.
• Opportunities to build a voice portfolio across diverse content formats.
• Professional references and letters of recommendation.
• A meaningful role helping bring stories, voices, and experiences to life.

How To Apply

Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit:

1. Resume (required).
2. Cover letter (required) describing relevant experience or interest in voice acting, storytelling, or performance and interest in MAP's mission.
3. Optional: Voice sample or portfolio.

Note: Volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements.