Cindy keeps all the elements of a voice recording session hopping. Clients and actors alike sing her praises as a prominent voice director known for creating an atmosphere that truly brings out the best in everyone. It doesn't hurt that she has been in the business for over 20 years and still loves her job! Originally starting her career in Los Angeles and having immigrated to Canada in 2002, she brings a sharp awareness of the talent pool in two of animation's top markets. She maintains dual citizenship and has the ability to work in the U.S. and Canada.
CREDITS (2007 - 2019) TV ANIMATION VOICE DIRECTION/CASTING Knowledge Kids Original Production Luna, Chip & Inkie: The Festival of Wishes (Musical Special) Lego Elves for Netflix (8 episodes) The Clangers US on Netflix (26 episodes) Nina's World Season 1 & 2 for NBC Universal Kids (52 episodes) Nina's World Shorts for the Goodnight Show for Sprout Kids (14 episodes) Nina's World for Sprout Kids- 4 holiday special films Mother Up Prime Time Series for Hulu (13 epsiodes) Sabrina: Secrets of a Teen Age Witch for Hub (26 episodes) Rated A for Awesome for Disney Channel and YTV (26 episodes) League of Super Evil - YTV Canada, Teletoon, CBBC UK, Cartoon Network and Disney XD (39 episodes -season 1, 2 & 3) Geronimo Stilton - Atlantyca/Italy - Internationally run (78 episodes - season 1, 2 & 3) Hero:108 - Cartoon Network US & UK (52 episodes - season 1 & 2) Edgar & Ellen - Nicktoons (26 episodes) Edgar & Ellen Holiday specials -Nicktoons (4 specials) Bratz Animated Series - Mike Young Productions and MGA Entertainment(52 episodes) Zeke's Pad - YTV Canada/Seven Network Australia (26 episodes) Word World - PBS Kids (26 episodes - season 1) Twisted Whiskers - American Greetings for Hub Network US (26 episodes) Slim Pig PBS Kids (26 episodes)
FILM ANIMATION VOICE DIRECTION/CASTING Leap Frog - The Letter Factory Adventures: Letter Machine Rescue Team (DVD set of 4) Zhu Zhu Pets Stereoscopic Trilogy (DVD) Playmobil's The Secret of Pirate Island (DVD) Playmobil's Quest for the Golden Seal (DVD) Little Tikes Movie (DVD) Enchantia (DVD) Bratz Babies Save Christmas (DVD) Bratz Fairy Tales (DVD) Edison and Leo (Thetrical Canada) Mega Bloks - Dragons Fire and Ice (DVD) A Fairy Tale Christmas (DVD) Christmas Wish (DVD) ANIMATION CASTING Beat Bugs Animated Series for Netflix International Supernoobs Animated Series for Cartoon Network and Teletoon Mack & Moxy Animated Serires for PBS
RECOMMENDATIONS
Lisa O'Brien - (Universal Kids/NBC Universal) VP Original Programming and Development - Los Angeles/New York Cindy is not only super skilled – but she’s also such a positive force of nature who goes beyond what is asked of her to ensure the talent feels super comfy and “at home” in the studio. She works incredibly well with young actors and has encouraged performances that are stellar – even with first time talent. I highly recommend Cindy for any/ all projects that need an excellent voice director.
Dhelna Bhesnia - Owner/Bardel Entertainment - Vancouver I have worked with Cindy a number of times and would highly recommend her for any voice casting or voice direction. She is a joy to work with!
Jacqueline Moody – Executive Producer, Head Writer at Moody Studios Word World - New York Cindy is a gifted voice director with dead-on instincts. She has tremendous talent for getting the most out of any actor she works with, an excellent intuition about what her clients want (or conversely, needs). All of this is wrapped in the most positive and professional demeanor! You will get the best quality possible working with her, and have a ball doing it. I can’t wait to work with her again!
Ian Freedman – Animation Director – Transformers – Rescue ‘Bots at DHX Media -Vancouver I had the opportunity to work with Cindy while directing on "Zeke's Pad" and found it to be a rewarding and thoroughly enjoyable experience. Cindy brings a positive energy to the room, providing the actors space to explore their rolls without losing focus. If there was ever doubt about a performance or a piece of dialogue Cindy was always able to provide a creative solution. I have no hesitation in recommending Cindy as a Voice Director and hope to have the opportunity to work with her again.
Rose-Ann Tisserand – Creative Producer Flying Kraken Creative Studios, Inc. - Vancouver As a Supervising Producer in the animation industry it is a pleasure to recommend Cindy Akers of Page Sixteen Productions. In my position with Bardel Entertainment I have hired Cindy to cast and voice direct one feature film and two series of 26 x 22 minute episodes. Cindy's passion and enthusiasm for what she does provides instant energy and clarity. Cindy is professional and a master of handling people and situations, which is of great benefit when you have several Broadcasters, Directors, CEO's and a cast in one room. Cindy provides solutions, has ideas and is prepared. With Cindy at the voice directing helm it is one pre-production thing I never have to worry about.
Sebastian Brodin – CGI Director – Nerd Corps Entertainment - Vancouver I had the pleasure of working with Cindy on "League of Super Evil" (L.O.S.E.) Season 2 and "Rated A for Awesome" Season 1. Cindy and I developed a great working relationship right from the start. It was fantastic to see her work with the voice actors to achieve the right performance. It is my hope to have the opportunity of working with her once again in the future.
Phil Weinstein – Director Universal Studios - Los Angeles As our Canadian based casting/voice director Cindy effortlessly managed our remote recording sessions while getting the best performances from actors with all levels of experience. She is a pleasure to work with!
Liz Scully - Writer/Creator & Producer - Bardel Entertainment - Vancouver Cindy has an excellent rapport with her clients, her actors and sound technicians. She creates an atmosphere of support, inspiration and professionalism that get the best out of everyone in the room. Cindy's humour and open communication style makes working with her a pleasure and helps you obtain the best creative results.
