Hey, there! Looking for an intuitive, chameleon actor? You’ve found me! I’m Lea Lawson – a mixed race (Aussie/Philippine), bi, part-time hearing aid wearer, non-union Australian actor who is eager to take on new challenges and collaborate with you, right from the comfort of a home booth in Manitoba, Canada!
My voice can be described as melodious yet grounded in the moment… and a bit closer to english than your stereotypical Aussie due to where I was born and raised (South Australia). Whether you require a friendly and approachable voice, a trustworthy and informative tone, an alluring presence, or even fire and ice, I am pliable to deliver your vision. I perform in native Australian, general American and general English.
I hold no ego and so take your wisdom of direction seriously – whether it be a through a live directed session or recorded asynchronously. I also have just shy of two years experience in improv, via an actual play, so I have good instincts for timing, drama and comedy.
I have a lifelong love of watching and listening to film and television, playing video games, and “committing to the bit”, so this acting career feels right! And, like many VAs, am a bit of a nerd too. My friends and family describe me as independent, playful, wise, and very go with the flow (INFP-A, anyone?). Captivated with wanderlust too, I am open to working with anyone across the globe! My travels have garnered me an open minded perspective, and I am also open to relocating for a project.
Am currently honing my skills at the Jennifer Hale’s SkillsHub. Training from there, and elsewhere, are listed below:
| CLASS NAME | INSTITUTE/COACH | MODE | DATE |
| Introduction to Mocap | The Mocap Vaults: Paul-William Mawhinney | In Person | December 2022 |
| Intro to VO | Marcus Oborn | Online | May 2023 |
| Start It! | SkillsHub: Jennifer Hale | Online | October 2023 |
| Vocal Health 101 | SkillsHub: Kaya Renwick | Online | November 2023 |
| Vocal Health 1:1 | SkillsHub: Kaya Renwick | Online | January 2024 |
| Self Direction | SkillsHub: Jennifer Kay | Online | April 2024 |
| Mocap 101 | Shifting Shapes: Brittany Gallasch & Christoff Moolman | In Person (@The Void, Flinders University) | September 2024 |
| Audio Drama 101 | SkillsHub: Emma Sherr-Ziarko | Online | August 2025 |
| Acting Basics | SkillsHub: Amanda Troop | Online | October 2025 |
(Upcoming training: “Auditioning 101” with Sara Cravens.)
I look forward to working with you! Feel free to be in touch any time via interact@lealawson.net
Talk soon!
I currently record remotely, using the following set up:
- Microphone: Rode NT-1 5th Gen
- Headphones: Audiotechnica ATH-M50xBT2
- Laptop: Asus ROG Zephyrus M16
- DAW: Audacity
I’ll work with a global reach on projects such as the following: animation, audio dramas, commercials, e-book narration, and interactive. Live action is on the table too!
End game? I want to specialise in audio dramas, and mocap/pcap/interactive va!
And it should go without saying but I do not consent to AI cloning of my voice. I require the signing of an anti-AI rider (AAVA or NAVA) when we work together; this is for the benefit of all creatives.
Below is a list of my social media so you don’t have to do the hunting 😉
