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:

2019 SOVAS Award nominee

Roy Samuelson is honored to be nominated in the narration category for the 2019 SOVAS Awards for his Audio Description narration work for the Universal Pictures’ film “Glass.” Roy’s Audio Description audiences are primarily Blind or Low Vision. This narration work provides access to the elements of the producers’ or

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Box Office Pro (Film Journal) article

Box Office Pro (Film Journal) Article More than 26 million adults in America are blind or have low vision. But despite their inability to see the spectacular images on today’s cinema screens, many still crave an entertaining night out at the movies. And thanks to audio description, they can enjoy

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Blind New World article

link to article   Many years ago, I worked The Great Movie Ride in Walt Disney World, where guests would go through movie scenes with audio animatronics. I narrated the scenes as a host – and later, as a gangster who gets blown up. In a sense, this was my

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Wattpad interview

wattpad interview (text below) Victoria G: What inspired you to become a voice actor? Roy Samuelson: I enjoyed recording on tape as a kid. Once when I was doing an announcement for a performance, I learned about how I could use my voice to be clearer. Enunciation was something I

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The Hollywood Times interview

Roy Samuelson Interview | The Hollywood Times Roy Samuelson may not be a name and face whose is easily recognized outside of the Hollywood entertainment industry but his voice is one that most people have heard over and over.  Whether narrating for the visually impaired for a film or series,

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Film Daily interview

https://filmdaily.co/craft/spotlight/roy-samuelson/   Film Daily interview text below: Listen up! We have interviewed the voice of Hollywood himself, Roy Samuelson. Billions have had the pleasure of hearing this well-established Hollywood voiceover artist in action, but we’re finally getting to know the man behind the voice. Roy Samuelson is known for his

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We Are Entertainment News Interview

Voice Over Artist Roy Samuelson Talks His Career & The Emergence of A Ground Breaking Life-Changing Service for Blind and Low Vision 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,

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Digital Journal interview

Chatting with Roy Samuelson: Acclaimed Voice-over artist (Includes interview) – Digital Journal On his future plans, he said, “In addition to providing the best narration I can for Audio Description audiences, I want to continue to learn even more about Audio Description process. I get more excited and passionate about

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Film Daily: Meet the Voice of Hollywood: Roy Samuelson

by Frankie Stein Listen up! We have interviewed the voice of Hollywood himself, Roy Samuelson. Billions have had the pleasure of hearing this well-established Hollywood voiceover artist in action, but we’re finally getting to know the man behind the voice.  Roy Samuelson is known for his video game work: Nickelodeon’s

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