{"id":1188,"date":"2025-11-03T11:39:22","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T11:39:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/margaretashley.com\/?page_id=1188"},"modified":"2025-11-03T11:39:23","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T11:39:23","slug":"peter-dickson-loud-and-slightly-outrageous","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/margaretashley.com\/index.php\/peter-dickson-loud-and-slightly-outrageous\/","title":{"rendered":"Peter Dickson &#8211; Loud and Slightly Outrageous"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns nobotmargin is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-global-color-11-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"240\" src=\"https:\/\/margaretashley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LONG-Banner-scaled-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/margaretashley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LONG-Banner-scaled-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/margaretashley.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/LONG-Banner-scaled-1-300x103.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns nobotmargin has-base-3-color has-global-color-10-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-46ed35c38fe06fd34d88197f2a3abe71 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-base-3-color has-global-color-10-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-04282e664e2e320491e3dea58b28a863 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-base-3-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f266ec6840ad48b094723ece7e0aa1b3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Peter Dickson<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Peter Dickson <\/strong>is the UK\u2019s most prolific voiceover artist. He has enjoyed a stellar career spanning almost 40 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His unique and powerful vocal delivery is the choice of global TV entertainment mogul Simon Cowell. His voice has featured on \u201cBritain\u2019s Got Talent\u201d and \u201cThe X Factor\u201d in the UK. In a national poll, he was voted as one of the top three iconic UK voices of the decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His voice has featured on over 30 major computer game titles including Fable I and II, Tin Tin, Blades of Time, Everybody\u2019s Golf and Kinect Sports seasons I and II.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He has voiced thousands of TV and Radio commercials, anchored awards ceremonies for some of the world\u2019s biggest brands, launched countless products, appeared in many BAFTA award winning TV and radio productions and he\u2019s worked with most of the biggest producers and stars of UK entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He was the voice of the London 2012 Olympic Games and his voice features in \u201cI Can\u2019t Sing\u201d \u2013 Harry Hill and Steve Brown\u2019s new musical, at the London Palladium which is executive produced by Simon Cowell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He has his own iphone app: \u201cPeter Dickson\u2019s Pocket Announcer\u201d and his own website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.myruddyvoice.com\">www.myruddyvoice.com<\/a> where fans can get up close and personal. He also runs <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gravyforthebrain.com\">www.gravyforthebrain.com<\/a>, a rapidly growing educational e learning platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From vocal work on radio and TV commercials, commentary for big international stadium events, blue chip corporates, multimedia games, animation and prime-time TV shows \u2013 Peter Dickson a.k.a \u201cVoiceover Man\u201d is at the top of everyone\u2019s list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Peter is represented by:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Voiceover Agent UK<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hobsons International London. 0208 996 5368<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"mailto:ann@hobsonsinternational.com\">ann@hobsonsinternational.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><u>Voiceover Agent USA<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Abrams Artists New York 001 646 486 4600<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jonathan Saul<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Jonathan.saul@abramsartny.com\">Jonathan.saul@abramsartny.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"PETER DICKSON - Loud and Slightly Outrageous\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ddJJ9fJA8qc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe title=\"Voice Acting Unplugged\" allowtransparency=\"true\" height=\"240\" width=\"100%\" style=\"border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:240px;\" scrolling=\"no\" data-name=\"pb-iframe-player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.podbean.com\/player-v2\/?i=h6bqq-1990c49-pb&#038;from=pb6admin&#038;square=1&#038;share=1&#038;download=1&#038;rtl=0&#038;fonts=Arial&#038;skin=f6f6f6&#038;font-color=auto&#038;logo_link=podcast_page&#038;btn-skin=ff6d00&#038;size=300\" loading=\"lazy\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Or watch our YouTube channel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-3-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-998fb2a99e0e4b1496ae4526e62f6268\" style=\"background-color:#3cc40c\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@VoiceActingUnplugged\">VOICE ACTING UNPLUGGED TV<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-base-3-color has-global-color-10-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-d2cc14261e7390f4f0a902c518dd0eba is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column nobotmargin has-global-color-10-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PETER DICKSON &#8211; Loud and Slightly Outrageous<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Behind the Voice: Insights from Peter Dickson, the UK\u2019s Renowned Voiceover Artist<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Voice acting is an art that combines expression, skill, and creativity in a unique and interesting way. On the latest episode of \u201cVoice Acting Unplugged,\u201d esteemed British voiceover artist Peter Dickson shares his journey and insights into the ever-evolving world of voice acting. From his early days at BBC Radio to becoming a familiar voice for notable projects, Peter\u2019s story offers valuable lessons for aspiring voice actors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Evolution of a Voiceover Icon<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peter recalls how he naturally progressed into the voiceover realm, explaining, \u201cI never had any other jobs apart from when I was a broadcaster. I started in Radio at BBC Radio Two in London as a radio announcer.\u201d He highlights how his initial career path equipped him with vital skills, like microphone training and presentation techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His foray into voiceover work was no accident. Peter admits, \u201cI just took the view and nobody told me to do it. I had to move with it, so I just started to make the voice bigger and bigger and more stupid and ridiculous.\u201d His talent led to opportunities with programs such as \u201cThe X Factor,\u201d where his booming introduction became a hallmark of the show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adapting in an Ever-Changing Industry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peter has witnessed the industry\u2019s evolution firsthand, particularly in response to technological advances and shifting consumer preferences. He notes, \u201cIt used to be as a voiceover, you were running up and down to all the different studios in Soho. Now, most of the time, we\u2019re sitting in glorious isolation in our studios.\u201d While technology allows for remote work, it also introduces new challenges, such as competition from artificial intelligence. Despite this, Peter remains optimistic, insisting, \u201cAI is not the major panic threat that we all thought it was.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Advice for Aspiring Voice Actors<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those entering the industry, Peter stresses the importance of versatility and dedication. \u201cYou\u2019ve got to understand that voiceover is not a get-rich-quick scheme,\u201d he says. \u201cTo succeed, you\u2019ve got to be single-minded, determined, thick-skinned, and be prepared to put in the hours.\u201d Peter also emphasizes the business side of voice acting, encouraging newcomers to be proactive in finding work and maintaining a disciplined approach to marketing themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Building a Global Network<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peter highlights the benefits of having an international client base, stating, \u201cI do work from here supplying voiceover to clients in those [international] parts of the world on a weekly basis.\u201d He advises voice actors to expand their reach and seek out clients worldwide, which provides a buffer against local fluctuations in industry demand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Conferences and Community Engagement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond his work behind the microphone, Peter is passionate about education and community-building through events like the One Voice Conference. \u201cYou will learn more in three days than you\u2019ll learn in a year,\u201d he assures, emphasizing the networking and learning opportunities these events offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Peter Dickson\u2019s career serves as an inspiring blueprint for aspiring voice actors. His adaptability, vast experience, and passion for the industry underscore the importance of continual learning and evolution in the fast-paced world of voice acting. For those looking to make their mark, Peter suggests embracing the journey and leveraging available resources, like educational platforms and conferences, to refine their craft and connect with the broader voice acting community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in more valuable insights from industry veterans like Peter, be sure to subscribe to \u201cVoice Acting Unplugged\u201d and stay tuned for more episodes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/margaretashley.com\/\">Margaret<\/a> &amp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anthonyrudd.co.uk\/\">Anthony<\/a> next time on Voice Acting Unplugged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-contrast-color has-global-color-9-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-38df5a6bc92ec45ef50d5707543d1f66\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/margaretashley.com\/index.php\/podcasts\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"19\">BACK<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns nomargin has-base-3-color has-global-color-10-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-6c70b7dfcc24a0082470e874ac452c10 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n<a class=\"gb-text gb-text-397799a3\" href=\"https:\/\/margaretashley.com\/index.php\/contact\/\">Contact me<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">\u00a92025  Margaret Ashley &#8211; Your Friendly British Female Voice Actor in Purley, London<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Peter Dickson Peter Dickson is the UK\u2019s most prolific voiceover artist. He has enjoyed a stellar career spanning almost 40 years. His unique and powerful vocal delivery is the choice of global TV entertainment mogul Simon Cowell. His voice has featured on \u201cBritain\u2019s Got Talent\u201d and \u201cThe X Factor\u201d in the UK. 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