About Me

An American narrator and writer, living and working in Tokyo, Japan

Hello! My name is Karen Haedrich.

Narration work is my passion. Growing up in Maine, I was inspired by the amazing voice actors that I heard in games, movies, and TV programs. Now, as an experienced and professional narrator, I have worked with a broad range of clients on various projects. Whatever your voice-over needs may be, I’m confident that I can provide the voice that you need to represent your brand.

Some project categories include:
・English educational programming
・Voiceovers for radio and TV
・Character voices for games and anime
・Bus/train line announcements
・Company promotional videos/In-house instructional videos
・Voiceovers for documentaries/educational videos

I majored in Creative Writing and minored in Japanese Language at Hamilton College in New York. I especially enjoy writing fiction and short stories. With my expertise, I can provide educational writing in English for all ages and levels. Please feel free to take a look at some of my published works below.

My Clients

Here are just some of the companies, organizations, and famous brand names I have successfully worked with.

Voice-over Samples

A few audio samples to highlight the versatility of my narration skills.

Video Projects

Some samples of video production projects I've been involved with.

Play Video

JAL Flight Instructions Video 機内安全ビデオ~皆さまの安全のために~ Main Narrator

NHK World JAPAN Videos On Demand

Other Video Projects

    Game Projects

Suika2 Visual Novel Game Engine Demo
Taito X-Station: Survival From Z
(English Version Navigator)
Ninjala Game Character Michelle

Educational Writing

Some samples of my published work.

FAQ

I am based in Tokyo, and I do most of my work here. Usually, I will arrange my schedule with the client, and then the client will book a studio in the Tokyo area (anywhere is fine) according to that schedule.  If necessary, I can suggest a studio that has taken protective measures against Covid-19.  Please contact me for details.

I charge by the hour for narration work. Please feel free to contact me for details.

I am registered at several agencies in Japan, but I can also work directly with clients, depending on the clients’ needs.

Yes, I can speak, read, and write in Japanese. Clients do not need to provide an interpreter for me in the studio. I minored in Japanese Language at Hamilton College in New York, studied abroad in Tokyo while in college, and I have lived in Japan for about fifteen years. Please feel free to contact me in Japanese.

Usually my recording schedule is fixed about two weeks to one month in advance. For example, if you have a recording one month from now, I can probably arrange my schedule fairly easily. If your recording is in two weeks or less, it will be more difficult for me to arrange my schedule.

No, unfortunately, I am not accepting on-camera work or MC work at this time.

Let's work together

If you need a flexible creative professional for your next project then please get in touch. I'd love to discuss it with you!

Voice narration and educational writing

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