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Roy Samuelson in the Press

Elevating Conversations Around Audio Description and Inclusive Storytelling

Over the years, Roy Samuelson has been recognized across hundreds of platforms for his work in voiceover, AD performance, coaching, and industry advocacy. From national media features to podcasts, panels, and keynote appearances, Roy continues to be a trusted voice advancing AD accessibility for blind and low-vision audiences.

This archive highlights Roy’s impact in the industry and his dedication to quality, parity, and inclusion.

The Latest Features:

Audio Description: How Blind People Watch TV, Television Academy

Roy Samuelson proposed an event on Audio Description, which was approved by the committee. This was co-produced by Roy, Marian Massaro, Nickie Bryar, and Bob Bergen. Roy moderated. This event was the catalyst for Board approval to bring these narrators into our peer group. And, this event has been a

ACB’S Audio Description Project Individual Acheivement Award Acceptance Speech

Thank you! I’m particularly honored, as this award comes from the audio description project, one of my most reliable resources and partners for years. When I started the audio description discussion Facebook group with Kevin, I had an agenda and an admirable partner in crime: We sought to develop an accessible library of lively

Audio Description Narration included in the home of the Primetime Emmys, the Television Academy

I’ve been an Active member of The Television Academy for a decade or so. For the last few years I’ve also been a member of their Performers Peer Group Executive Committee. Lobbying for inclusion of audio description narration has been a passion and an advocacy of mine for years. Thanks

Lights, Camera, Audio Description Action! by Bold Blind Beauty

Interview with Roy Samuelson

Making Movies/TV shows Accessible to the Blind by Juan Alcazar

Interview with Roy Samuelson

An Audio Description Extravaganza! Conversation with Voiceover Artist Roy Samuelson

It’s an audio description extravaganza on the Life After Blindness Podcast! First, I speak with audio description narrarator and voiceover artist, Roy Samuelson about the creation process and the current state of audio described content. Then, I show you how to turn on the audio described track within 5 of

We Are Entertainment News: Voice Over Artist Roy Samuelson Talks His Career & The Emergence of A Ground Breaking Life-Changing Service for Blind and Low Vision Audiences in TV and Film!

We spoke to voice-over extraordinaire Roy Samuelson. We were intrigued to talk to Roy about his career in voice-over and about the emerging service in the entertainment industry, Audio Description. When we learned how this game-changing service was enhancing the entertainment experience for blind and low vision audiences, we had

Reid My Mind: Flippin the Script on Audio Description-And the Winner Is…

There’s a lot of conversation taking place about Audio Description. While Flipping the Script is less about the mainstream AD talk, I wanted to bring some perspective to this discussion. I invited Roy Samuelson to share some of what he has been involved in as a means of creating awareness and advancing

AFB’s Inform and Connect

Inform & Connect is AFB’s ongoing podcast series created to foster togetherness and camaraderie within the blindness community through informal storytelling and learning about relevant and interesting topics. Roy Samuelson has narrated audio description for over 500 films and shows, including NCIS, Star Trek: Picard, SONY’s Spider-Man: Far From Home, Bloodshot,

Audio Description is Evolving. Stay Ahead of the Curve.

The future of Audio Description is being shaped right now, are you keeping up?

Join me as I explore the latest in AD performance, industry shifts, and cutting-edge technology transforming accessibility. From expert interviews to deep dives into performance techniques, this podcast with over 200 episodes is your go-to source for staying ahead in the ever-changing AD landscape.

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