Natalie Edwards
Nordlings
Since earning a degree in Musical Theatre back in 2014, Natalie’s creative career has grown from strength to strength. With a lifelong passion for the Performing Arts, Talent Management had always been an attractive prospect and Natalie finally began her journey as a Voiceover Agent in 2018, thanks to the founders of Excellent Talent (now known as Nordlings), Jon Briggs and Pete Gold.
Over the 8 years that Natalie has been with us, she has always been excited to seek up-and-coming talent, as well as champion the long standing voice artists who have remained with the agency over the years! Her experience of casting in the VO industry is well-rounded in all areas of production.
Natalie’s current role is Head of Voiceover and Motion Capture. She also assists with the Presenters books. And for anyone who knows Natalie, will know that bringing a smile and a friendly face to the table is a guarantee for everyone!
Natalie says “The best part of my job is being a cheerleader! It’s so exciting to watch my talent succeed in such a ginormous industry”.
Natalie Edwards is speaking at the following session/s
Skill Buff: Auditions, Agents, and Building a Career in Game Performance
The video game performance landscape has evolved rapidly - voiceover is no longer the final stop, and performance capture is no longer a mystery reserved for a select few. Drawing on eight years of hands-on experience representing voice and performance capture talent across the gaming industry, this talk offers a practical, unfiltered look at how actors can build sustainable, future-proof careers in games.
From booking early VO roles to navigating the growing demand for full-body performance capture, I’ll break down what studios are actually looking for, how casting expectations have changed, and where opportunities are expanding fastest. With a roster of actors holding multiple AAA and indie game credits - and a dedicated mocap division launched in 2024 - I’ve had a front-row seat to the shifts reshaping this space.
This session is designed for both emerging actors looking to break into games and seasoned professionals seeking to evolve alongside the industry. Attendees will gain clear insight into career pathways, skill gaps, representation realities, and how to position themselves for long-term success in an increasingly performance-driven medium.
Whether you’re stepping into the booth for the first time or onto the volume for the next generation of games, this talk will help you understand where you fit - and how to move forward with confidence.
Who This Talk Is For
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Actors new to video game voiceover
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Established VO actors curious about mocap
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Experienced performers navigating career longevity in games
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Anyone seeking a realistic, insider perspective on representation and casting trends
Key Takeaways
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How game VO careers typically actually progress
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The rise of performance capture and what it means for actors
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Common misconceptions that hold actors back
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What agents and casting teams value right now
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Practical advice for staying competitive in a shifting industry
Session Takeaway
- A realistic understanding of how game voiceover and performance capture careers actually develop
- Clear insight into current industry expectations and where opportunities are growing
- Practical guidance on how actors at any stage can adapt and build long term careers in games
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