Voiceover for Change: Celebrating One Year of Voice Over for the Planet

It’s been a year already?!
Well, time certainly does fly and although this year has felt like a bit of a fever dream we were pretty elated when we recently celebrated the first year of our collective, Voice Over for the Planet! We wanted to reflect on our experiences, motivations, and learned lessons over this past year as we built this collective. Our personal and professional connections, a shared passion for voiceover work and the protection of the environment sparked the creation of a collective that aligns with our values of purpose-driven storytelling. By bringing together a team of like-minded individuals, Voice Over for the Planet set out to create something bigger than just a voiceover business. Our vision, rooted in trust and collaboration, reflects the belief that collective efforts can achieve significant, positive change.Here are some thoughts from our fabulous co-founders:

What inspired you to become a co-founder of Voice Over for the Planet?

I wanted my work to feel more meaningful. I love voice-over, and I love the power of storytelling, but it can often feel like there isn’t a lot of heart and integrity in some of the work. Every time I work on a project that feels aligned I get so energized by it. – Anne Cloud

I don’t just want to do voice over, I want my work to mean something. VO4TP ensures that every project we take on has the potential to make a real difference. – Serge de Marre

I became a member of 1% for the Planet first and when I told Anne about that, she came up with this grand plan that I would not have dreamed of but it was and still is magic. We are working to build something bigger and more meaningful than just work. We are building a network, a community and a roster of amazing voiceover talent that will become the go-to voices for any organization wanting their work to align with their values. – Diana Holguin

How has being part of Voice Over for the Planet inspired you to grow personally and professionally?

Voice Over for the Planet has provided something similar to a mastermind group I was once in, but with a much deeper purpose and drive. Working on VO4TP together has allowed me to implement ideas into my own business, develop some business skills that were weak on my own, and have a close community distinct from the usual VO conferences and circles. – Joe Passaro

Personally, it’s been lovely to see how powerful community can be. VO is a pretty solo (read: lonely) career, but VO4TP is a team. 

Professionally, it’s helped me think bigger. This isn’t just about doing voice-over—it’s about building relationships, supporting value-aligned clients, and creating something sustainable. 

– Anne Cloud

What positive impacts have you observed since starting this collective?

Each of us individually have grown in the ownership we have taken in our environmental impact in our homes, communities, and businesses. We embrace being perfectly imperfect. – Kari Swann

For our members, there’s a strong sense of community. 

For our environmental partners, it’s amazing to see how professional voiceover can transform their videos into David Attenborough-quality productions.

For our clients, the power of being value-aligned comes through in our communication, our performances, and the end result. – Joe Passaro

For one, my clients love it. Companies want to work with businesses that align with their values, and VO4TP makes it easy for them to do that. Partnering with non-profits is also an incredible part of this process. I have learned so much about all the organizations out there doing good work in the world. It is such a privilege to get to play a small role in what they are doing.

And on a more personal level, the support in this group is unreal. We’re in an industry where people can feel competitive, but VO4TP is the opposite. We genuinely want to see each other win. – Anne Cloud

Do you get the feeling that we’ve created something pretty special here? Voice Over for the Planet offers not just the opportunity to build a sustainable business but to be part of a supportive, value-aligned community. It’s a chance to contribute to something meaningful while growing both personally and professionally, using voiceover work to drive social and environmental change. As the collective grows, so does its potential for impact, from increasing diversity within the membership to deepening partnerships with brands and nonprofits that prioritize sustainability and social justice.

Ultimately, Voice Over for the  Planet has proven to be more than just a business—it’s a community of storytellers, committed to creating a positive difference in the world. In a time when global challenges can feel overwhelming, the collective offers hope and inspiration, proving that small, intentional actions can indeed make a difference.