YOU'RE THE VOICE
Justin
“Coming into acting and voice acting later in my life I had worries and concerns on how to progress in my career. Yet studying voice over acting under Ely Jackson gave me tools, skills, and most of all my confidence to engage my creative side and tap into abilities I never knew I had to gain so much valuable knowledge in how to prep, perfect, and perform with that sheer confidence I was lacking and most of all, made it fun! Ely was my first voice over coach and her tutelage not only gave me that, but helped me to apply it to all aspects of my acting and start making me a success in this hard business. I will be forever grateful for her skill, professionalism, and determination to make me the best I can be!”
Madison
“Ely is a passionate and talented voice over artist and it translates through her teaching. She is positive and encouraging while still being tough enough to make sure you are doing your best work possible. She is very realistic about the industry and sets you up with the knowledge and the tools you need to be successful in the VO world. I would highly recommend anyone who is looking to expand their knowledge of voice over to train with her.”
Jhon
"Ely is a joy to work with. Her coaching methods are precise, on point and easy to understand. As a person with zero experience in the voice acting field, Ely has helped me not only with giving myself more confidence in my voice, but I was able to break into the field I have always dreamed of wanting to be a part of. From building the foundations of voice work, to the business side of the field, and learning my own strengths with accents. I have grown confidence in myself thanks to Ely. I would highly recommend her as a coach for Accent, Commercial and Animation Voice Over.”
Parris
“I had the opportunity to work with Ely as my first introduction to voice over. Her approach is super friendly and she creates a space for you to explore the voices you already have within. I highly recommend it if you’re just starting out and wanting to learn the basics, or need to really solidify your already existent experience!”
Ash
“Ely is an incredibly thoughtful coach who has given me loads of helpful notes on the American accent, perfect for refining my Kiwi accent. She’s very approachable and talks to you like a friend, making every session feel relaxed but productive. Her direction is always clear and precise, and her suggestions give my auditions that extra edge. She's a well connected coach in the industry making her full of useful tips and tricks. I've loved working with Ely, she's down to earth, genuinely invested in her students’ success, and even brings in delicious baked goods if you're lucky!”
Jessica
"Ely is such a fun, energetic teacher to work with, but also expects the very best from her students. Her passion makes you excited to push yourself to try new things. She genuinely cares about her students beyond the classroom, her support helped me start my career in voice acting.”
Ayla
“Ely really helped me understand and make sense of different voice over techniques. Going in the booth and working 1 on 1 with her was always an enjoyable and deeply informative experience. The difference from the first to last take is night and day. She’s very personable and lively, you’ll never not have fun in class.”
Breanna
“Working with Ely is always so empowering and fun. She’s a dedicated teacher and an amazing accent coach. She motivated me to get out of my comfort zone and a beconfident in bringing my own voice and language into the work. Her expert guidance and personalized feedback unlocked skills I didn’t know I had. I am lucky to have worked with you, Ely. Thank you so much.”
Chase
“Ely is talented and knowledgeable enough that it SHOULD be intimidating to work with her. Thankfully, between her kindness, the genuine pride she has in her colleagues and students, and her very personable approach to coaching, she manages to make the entire process feel like it’s second nature.”
Colby
“From my very first class with Ely, I discovered just how much depth voice acting can have—but also how much fun it can be, especially with a coach like her. Ely brought out a confidence in me I didn’t know I had and helped me realize that voice acting isn’t just a passion—it’s where my true strengths lie. What started as curiosity has now become my dream career. I’m incredibly grateful to have trained with someone so skilled, supportive, and genuinely inspiring.”
Altynay
“I feel so lucky to have learned from Ely - first in acting school (animation and commercial VO), then through private accent coaching. She is deeply knowledgeable, super organized, and brings a fun, encouraging energy to every session. Her coaching made the nuances of the Standard American accent finally click for me. Working with her is never a chore - it is genuinely joyful. And as a bonus, I swear she is totally the doppelgänger of Lucy Lawless as Xena - just as fierce and inspiring! :) I cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for an accent coach or a voiceover acting mentor/teacher.”
Seajay
“Working with Ely is always a blast. She manages to make each session fun while giving great feedback and constructive criticism. I highly recommend with great confidence Ely as a coach if you want to further your craft in all things voice-over while doing so in a safe place. I can gladly say without her help, my confidence would not be where it is today.”
Katrina
“Ely helps you step out of your comfort zone in such a fun and electrifying way! She knows how to make you feel comfortable while having a great time! You learn incredible tips and techniques that will take your voice to another level. I would definitely recommend Ely for any of your voice coaching needs, whether it be commercials, accents or Animation."
Chris
“It takes a certain personality to motivate the ambitions of a voiceover actor and Ely
exemplifies the example of what an instructor should be. Her professionalism, candour, and abilities to evoke the creative mind speaks volumes and I’m honoured to say that I’ve had Ely as my voiceover coach. I’d recommend her expertise to anyone interested in learning how to be an effective voiceover actor and I’m absolutely looking forward to my coaching sessions in the immediate future.”
Matthew
“Ely is the perfect combination of positive, energetic, and intelligent. With her help on accent work and voice placement I was able to book a roll that was challenging and extremely rewarding. Ely’s coaching style is for actors who want to constantly better themselves and who are ready to take on all the ups and downs of the industry.”
Tyler
“Ely Jackson is an incredible voice acting coach who not only taught me vocal techniques, accents, and performance authenticity but also helped me believe in myself as a voice actor. Her lighthearted, encouraging approach makes sessions fun while her sharp focus pushes you to grow. She’s endlessly knowledgeable, always improving, and genuinely cares about her students’ success. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned actor, Ely tailors her guidance to elevate your unique strengths. Ely has changed my life and I couldn’t recommend her enough!”
Arden
“Elysha Jackson was a fantastic coach who brought energy and clarity to every session. Her hands-on, insightful approach to teaching voice over made learning both effective and enjoyable. She explained concepts in a way that was easy to grasp and encouraged me to take creative risks. I’d highly recommend Elysha to anyone looking to improve their voice over abilities with a supportive and knowledgeable instructor.”
Drew
“Ely was an incredible teacher, and I had the pleasure of working with her in the Film, Television, and Voice Over program. As someone whose first language isn’t English, her guidance helped me speak with more confidence—both in voice acting and in daily life. She always made me feel comfortable in class and, honestly, she’s hilarious on top of it all.”
Jenna-Leigh
“Working with Ely at VAS was an incredible joy! She is very personable and fun to work with. She always had funny stories and gave so much of herself in delivering the classes. I would strongly recommend Ely's classes to anyone aspiring to enter the field of voice acting and have an incredible cheerleader in their corner!”
Ayush
“Working with Ely as a voice over coach has been an absolute gift. She’s kind,
encouraging, and incredibly detailed in her approach—every session feels thoughtfully tailored to your growth. Whether it’s accent work, commercial VO, or animation, she brings clarity and depth to her teaching, always creating a space that feels both fun and focused. Ely goes above and beyond, not just in coaching, but in helping you understand the industry, offering generous insights, contacts, and thoughtful recommendations. I can’t recommend her enough.”
Nancy
"Ely is an amazing coach who has supported me in every aspect of my training to
become a V.O. artist! I love Ely's emphasis on analyzing the script (this skill not only
helped me a lot with V.O. but other forms of acting as well). She offers direct and
constructive criticism in a supportive manner and is not afraid to let students know the real challenges they will face in this industry going forward. Together, we have worked on character voicing for animation/video games & commercials-- because of her I dared try to accents (something I was always nervous to try). She's given me a lot of feedback on where I'm strong and what I still need to work on. I will be working with Ely again soon & highly recommend her to anyone wanting to experience V.O. She brings to attention the smaller details that other instructors may over look, she is direct about what the students need to work on and most of all, she is supportive and honestly believes in her students!”
Rajashree
" Working with Ely has been an incredibly rewarding experience in voice over work.
She’s an insightful, encouraging coach who creates a fun, interactive learning
environment that keeps you engaged and constantly improving. Her teaching style is clear, informative, and tailored to your unique strengths and goals. Whether you’re working on commercial, animation, or accent refinement, Ely knows how to bring out your best performance. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone who is serious about voice over work, and is looking to grow in voice over with the guidance of a truly dedicated coach”
Denisa
"I had Ely as one of my 4 V.O. teachers and she was by far my favorite! She had the perfect balance between being so fun to be around in class and everyone felt super connected to her and she created a very safe and comfortable environment in her class, and yet she was still able to teach us SO much and help us improve and learn our v.o skills. She's incredibly talented and works so hard and you'll always have the best time with her and also leave each lesson feeling a sense of accomplishment in your work. It was always a joy coming to her class and because we could trust her so much, she was able to help us grow beyond our expectations and I could not be more grateful to have had her!"
Manny
“I’ve been working with Elysha on my standard American for a short time and I am noticing a difference. Her attention to detail and sharp ear for has given me more confidence in myself to go for auctions without being in my head. I can’t wait to work with her further to perfect this skill. I very much recommend her to anyone serious about accent training.”
Lexi
“Ely has helped me learn the Irish accent so accurately in so little time. One technique she uses is explaining the different ways different accents use the mouth, and once you tap into that the accent comes a lot more instinctively which is important for being able to apply the principles on your own without a guide. She brings humor and fun to every class and although learning a new accent feels unnatural, Ely helps make it feel like it is with her techniques and encouragement.
Thank you so much Ely!!! You are such an amazing coach.”
Swapnesh
"Ely changed the way I relate to my voice. She saw me—not just as a student, but as a whole person with a story—and helped me find power and presence in how I speak. Her kindness, deep understanding, and expert guidance made me feel safe to grow, to explore, and to truly believe I could be a voice artist. I’m so grateful our paths crossed.”
Kodi
“Working with Ely is such a treat, her approach to voice-over is extremely helpful
especially coming from someone completely new to doing voice-over! Ely comes from a place of compassion when working with her students. Her guidance helped me grow so much in both commercial and animation voice-over work, and her approach to accent coaching is clear, supportive, and super effective! With an industry that feels quite intimidating, I always felt very confident and proud of myself leaving the studio thanks to Ely. I couldn't recommend working alongside Ely more!”
Alyson
“As a teacher Ely Jackson is very accommodating and patient with her students. She will teach you everything you need to really succeed in your pursuits. She is super caring and supportive and is good at adapting her methods to match your voice and what level you are at. With accents she is very good at trying to work with the accent you already have and adapt the way you speak to achieve the accent you are learning. Her teaching methods are personalized and effective, while also being applicable to a whole group. No matter what you are trying to learn she has something to teach you.”
Zhara
"Ely Jackson is a very talented, dedicated voice-over teacher who clearly has experience in the industry. She helped me understand what it is like to be in a voice-over booth, how to properly enter an audition, and be confident with my vocal choices as an actor.”
Rebecca
“Ely Jackson is an amazing voice coach. In my experience, she is relatable, interactive, informative, and she makes voice lessons so much fun. I have ADHD (undiagnosed and unmedicated at the time of our lessons) so I feel like it would’ve been very difficult to keep me engaged enough to actually learn; however I learned so much from her, including how to reach voice ranges I never thought possible for
myself. I never knew I could get so low or so high, plus I can now very quickly switch between voices on spot! Which I think is really neat :) All in all, Ely opened my potential so much, especially for animation and accent work and I highly recommend her as a coach.”
Rory
“Ely is one of those teachers who can bring the whole mood of a class up as soon as she walks in the door. She has a wonderful ear for accents and such a wealth of experience to draw from. She has a positive and hands on approach that puts you at ease and really encourages creativity. Would definitely recommend her to new students looking to get a grasp on commercial, animation and accent work.”myself. I never knew I could get so low or so high, plus I can now very quickly switch between voices on spot! Which I think is really neat :) All in all, Ely opened my potential so much, especially for animation and accent work and I highly recommend her as a coach.”
Danny
“Ely is one of those teachers who can bring the whole mood of a class up as soon as she walks in the door. She has a wonderful ear for accents and such a wealth of experience to draw from. She has a positive and hands on approach that puts you at ease and really encourages creativity. Would definitely recommend her to new students looking to get a grasp on commercial, animation and accent work.”