Kimberley is a Los Angeles + Vancouver based Asian VO repped by Heather @ Atlas Talent Agency (L.A.) and Trudy @ Premiere Talent Agency (Vancouver). She recently voiced “Bai Hu” in Ubisoft’s Hyperscape, and has two NDA projects down the pipeline.

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What are some takeaways you’ve learned as an asian VO artist during the pandemic?

One positive take-away from this pandemic was learning that as Actors and VO Artists we can work from virtually anywhere. Source-Connect has allowed me to record remotely jobs from all across the US and Canada. As a two-city actor, has been a game-changer!

Did you have an experience using our service?

Absolutely! Last December, I was visiting my parents in Norcal for the holiday and booked an L.A. job that worked the next day. It was great not having to lug myself back away from fam just for a gig. And the ease of remote recording using Source-Connect’s software was great on both client’s and talent’s end. All parties involved enjoyed a happy holiday!

What was your experience remote recording with Source-Connect?

I found it seamless and direct, easy to use, and affordable. I am waiting for the day I can afford to upgrade all equipment, soundbooth, and interfaces. Until then, a good connection and strong work ethic is really what all you need to get things going.

Anything you’d like to add?

I’m constantly honing my skills and working on my craft in all capacities with classes and workshops. The support of established names who truly back budding and diverse artists helps voices like mine grow and be heard.

Any BIPOC or Asian VO allies you’d like to shout out?

– Aric Shuford, Director of the Don Lafontaine VO Program, for running an amazing program and resources for us, actors.

– Kal-El Bogdanove who I met in 2017 workshopping a scene for SAG-AFTRA Foundation, and who, just this year, was on the other side of my virtual booth directing me on an exciting new NDA project!

-Omari Newton + Brian Drummond in Vancouver (UBCP-ACTRA) for raising me up and giving me confidence on the job through their inaugural BIPOC VO Animation program.

-My long-time friend and supporter, Eddie Hong. He compiled an expansive industry-approved list of VO BIPOC Artists and you can find it here: tinyurl.com/PGMVOList

Thank you for your time, is there anything else you’d like to add?

It’s AAPI Heritage Month, and as a proud Asian VO Actor, I’d like to thank Source-Connect for this incredible scholarship!*

It is due to Mentorships, Allies, and Programs like Source Element’s Diversity Scholarship, that my voice, and that of my BIPOC peers, are able to find our strength, grow, and be heard! *At the time actor was interviewed in May

Connect with KIMBERLEY WONG: @kaerukim on Instagram / www.kimberrywong.com

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