Our Team
Our very own community of movers & shakers -
SPORK!'s dedicated volunteers
MATTHEW BURGOS
CULTURE CORRESPONDENT
Matthew doesn’t talk to people. He interviews them then writes their story, peppering the narratives with descriptive words. He’s a student of Broadcast Journalism, International Relations, and Law, an English tutor, an aspiring journalist, and a die-hard, 90%-dark-chocolate glutton.
PHYLLIS HAMILTON-HILL
GRANT WRITER COORDINATOR
Phyllis has been a freelance writer for over 30 years and a published author. She has a degree in journalism with a background and training that includes community programming, dispute resolution and arbitration. Her research and writing abilities have proven instrumental in obtaining funding for a variety of groups and organizations.
SEAN MARGARET WAGNER
ARTS & THEATER CRITIC
Sean is a Chicago based contributing arts and pop-culture writer with several published articles online. She is SPORK!’s first volunteer writer and is a valuable collaborator and asset to the differently able community. Sean above all else is described as positive, solutions-oriented, and outgoing with quick-thinking abilities that have allowed for a bustling career.
You can find more from Sean Margaret on Chicago Websites: Theatre By Numbers (theatre1234.com) & Windy City Times (windycitymediagroup.com)
• Narrators •
Suzy Andakyan
Suzy is a Communication Studies major at CSUN. She is currently based in Los Angeles. Suzy has been interested in film and writing from a young age. She is self taught in writing, recording, editing videos, and photography. Suzy has studied the art of photography and how to effectively write on a variety of different topics. She was heavily involved with journalism at her former school. She aspires to work within the film industry.
For more information on the narrator, email: Suzy.Andakyan@gmail.com
Lorena Belcher
Lorena is a female voice artist with a diverse background in vocal performance. Her love of singing led her to study music at Tarleton State University in her hometown of Stephenville, Texas. In time, her passion for performing developed into an interest in studio recording and production. Onstage or off, Lorena loves working behind the microphone. Lorena is a published writer with articles featured in Country Magazine, Watt’s News and Goat Rancher.
For more information on the narrator, visit: www.LorenaBelcherVoiceover.com
Peter Brash
Peter has worked with students in a variety of different settings include camp counseling, drama, and after school programs. For over ten years, Peter has worked with special education students. In the future, he hopes to continue working with all ages as a social worker. Peter has also begun working part-time as a voice over artist. He has previously recorded trainings as well as read for Librivox.
For more information on the narrator, visit:
Daniel Cryer
After transitioning from a B.S. Chemistry to working in South Korea as an English Teacher, Daniel began to feel the urge to move into a new line of work. Daniel searched for a business that would fit his years theatrical and musical training, and eventually found his way into the world of voice acting. Daniel has been lucky enough to take part in a variety of projects ranging from audiobooks and video games, to virtual exhibitions and YouTube passion projects.
For more information on the narrator, visit: www.fansydanc.wixsite.com/danielcryervoiceover
Katharine Jordan
Katharine is an actor, singer, and voice over artist. Originally from Massachusetts, she now resides in Chicago. She holds a B.A. in Theatre with a musical theatre emphasis from the University of New Hampshire. Katharine is the creator and host of Witch Trials Weekly, a history vlog for the Salem Witch Museum; and recently provided narration for their updated exhibit room, Witches: Evolving Perceptions. Her one-woman show, YiaYia Knows Best, is currently in development.
For more information on the narrator, visit: www.KatharineJordan.com
Wesley Lethem
Wesley is an audiovisual & acoustic engineer with a diverse background in narration, audio design & production, podcasting, theater, live sound, noise control, recording, AV design, and architectural acoustics. He is the owner and founder of Sound Service, a Chicago based design and engineering company.
For more information on the narrator, visit: www.SoundServiceChi.com
Holly Meechan
Holly is a performer, theatre-maker, educator and voice artist based in Bristol, UK. In addition to freelance and solo projects, Holly makes work with and for young people under her company Join the Dots Theatre; and performs comedy improv and sketch regularly with her team Rhinoceros and Release the Clowns Podcast. She is passionate about exploring and communicating untold stories and creating shared experiences.
For more information on the narrator, visit:
Spotlight: 4895-0194-9591
Twitter: @hollymeechan
Kasper Michaels
Kasper is a Canadian Voice Over Artist with over 10 years professional experience. His intensive Voice Over career includes work for Disney, the Smithsonian institute, Deciphering Dyslexia documentary and most recently, Mysteries of the Abandoned for the Discovery Channel. Kasper’s past television appearances include the X-Files, Highlander, Outer Limits, Reaper and Smallville.
For more information on the narrator, visit:
Mathew Pietri
Mathew is a freelance voice over artist born and raised in Tampa, Florida and now living deep in the heart of the Rockies in Western Colorado. After spending a decade counseling students in college administration, he decided to pursue a career behind the microphone as the voice of numerous organizations through corporate narration, commercials, and even character roles.
For more information on the narrator, visit: www.PietriVoice.com
Joell Stuckey
Joell has been a practicing Occupational Therapist in the Midwest for 32 years, working in a small critical access hospital as the Rehabilitation Services Director.
Having had so many years experiencing the challenges of physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges from a practitioner's standpoint, the narration process for SPORK! gives Joell an inside view from the opposite side of the table, as well as experience in the industry.
For more information on the narrator, visit: www.jsstuckey.home.blog
Alexandria Suarez
Alex is a professional actress/singer & full time Business student. She’s starred in On Your Feet Broadway Show, originating the role of “Little Gloria,” voiced the lead role of “Backpack” on Dora The Explorer, “Naiya” on Dora and Friends, as well as acted on SNL, 30 Rock and various films, podcasts and radio spots.
Alex continuously advocates for animals and humanitarian causes; guest speaking for UNICEF, voicing a UNICEF ad and guest speaking at Broadway Barks 2016 event.
For more information on the narrator, visit: www.imdb.com/name/nm3225523
Carol Tanya
Carol is a freelance voice over artist who has spent more than two decades in Corporate America delivering presentations, learning sessions and communication strategies to executive leaders and peers alike. Based on client testimonials, her voice is consistently and best described as…”soothing and relaxing”.
She is the founder of Lights Action Voiceover LLC, which is a collective of various talented children and adult voice artists.
For more information on the narrator, email: LightsActionVoiceover@gmail.com
Araceli Thiele
Araceli is a former news anchor and news reporter, whose breaking news coverage earned her 1st place awards. Although she loved the thrill of the fast paced news environment, she quickly realized overnight breaking news didn't follow a newborn's schedule! She now resides in Florida with her husband, and their four young children.
For more information on the narrator, email: Araceli.Thiele123@gmail.com
Armando Zapata
Armando’s Voice-Over career started in college when he accidentally signed up for a Radio Production class and the rest was history. With extensive experience in Television as a Producer and having coached celebrities and talent, he's also worked as a National Brand Ambassador for top Tequila, Whiskey, and Cognac companies. He’s appeared on several Television and Radio shows and was also featured in the New York Times.
For more information on the narrator, visit: www.linkedin.com/in/armando-zapata-2957bb6