{"id":17973,"title":"\u201cActing initially\u00a0wasn\u2019t taking off for me, but now my voice is heard by millions!\u201d\u00a0 \u2013 Kayne Harrison","description":"BoxHuman quickly meets up with Kayne Harrison, Actor, VoiceOver, and Founder of The Voice Finder. Discover the story behind this inspiring human...","content":"<p><img src=\"https:\/\/images.teemill.com\/qwkvh4xlbd5qmvi7kb2qw3fshncrqpvbnbbaozwhjxmshluf.jpeg.jpg?w=1140&amp;h=auto\" alt=\"\" title=\"97743781\" \/><br \/><\/p><h2><strong><em>\u201cActing initially\u00a0wasn\u2019t taking off for me, but now my voice is heard by millions!\u201d\u00a0 \u2013 Kayne Harrison<\/em><\/strong><\/h2><p>We at BoxHuman are passionate about highlighting and celebrating inspiring humans; especially the ones who are inspiring, helping, and bringing light to the world. We do this to rebalance some of the negative messages we often hear, see, and receive daily. We met up quickly with one of these amazing individuals\u2026<\/p><p><strong>Hi Kanye, thank you for taking the time to talk to us today. Let\u2019s start by getting to know you\u2026Can you please tell me who you are and what you do?<\/strong><\/p><p>Hey Boxhuman, I\u2019m Kayne, not Kanye, but don\u2019t worry everyone spells it or says it like Kanye at first. LOL. I am an Actor,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Voice-over#:~:text=Voice-over%20(also%20known%20as,%2C%20theatre%2C%20or%20other%20presentations.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VoiceOver<\/a>, and business owner. I\u2019m mainly known for being the voice of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.capitalfm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Capital FM<\/a>\u00a0the UK\u2019s number one hit music station. I also voice for brands and businesses globally. I am slowly building my acting career, seeking interesting roles, and currently working on two screenplays with fresh new writers. The goal for that is to team up with a producer and studio.<\/p><p>One of my businesses is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thevoicefinder.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Voice Finder<\/a>, a platform designed to bridge the gap between producers and VoiceOver talent. The platform allows producers or anyone needing voiceover talent to source and hire them directly.<\/p><p><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Y18-l3U7peQ\/?modestbranding=1&amp;rel=0&amp;controls=0&amp;showinfo=0&amp;vq=highres\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><p><\/p><p><strong>Oh no, I said Kanye instead of Kayne! Thank you for correcting me (Hides face and laughs). So, KAYNE, that was a great introduction. Can you please tell us \u2013 How your inspiring story of becoming a voiceover and actor began?\u00a0 What inspired you to do this and why?<\/strong><\/p><p>My first step into this world began on the BBC. I was 17\/18 and I put on a suit, walked into the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BBC<\/a>, and asked for a job. I was of course told by the receptionist to apply online and that nothing was available right now. This is where life is all about timing and being prepared.<\/p><p>There is this great saying \u2018You know what luck is? It\u2019s when time and preparation meet\u2019. In that sense I was lucky because at the same time I was asking for a job, one of the heads of the BBC was in reception on the phone and overheard, me, this kid asking for a job.<\/p><p>As I am leaving the building, actually outside the building and around the corner, this guy grabs my attention, introduces himself, and passes me his business card telling me to call him next week. Anyway, to cut the story short, I landed up working on the broadcast journalist team for a few weeks on TV stuff and then worked as an assistant radio producer on a mid-morning breakfast show\u2026I loved it!<\/p><p>Being an actor was always something I wanted to do, but for various reasons, I never went to acting school, but it is funny how things turn out because now I am acting and learning every day.\u00a0 I think the key thing for any actor is observation, I can learn tons by observing behaviour. I\u2019ve been blessed to work with some great people over the years, but I still have so much more to learn and achieve as an actor.<\/p><p>At first, acting wasn\u2019t taking off for me like how I wanted. Role after role was falling through and I think I lost momentum, however, an opportunity was right in front of me, Voiceovers. I made a showreel and sent it to some audio producers I knew. Within my first week landed a paid gig, and by the end of my first month I had around five jobs all paid and dealt with the clients directly, I knew I was on the right path.<\/p><p><strong>Wow, that\u2019s a very interesting way to start your career! Not only does it show that age shouldn\u2019t deter you from going out and making your dreams come true. It\u2019s also very inspiring to hear how great things can happen when you least expect them. What would you say is your proudest achievement so far within your career and why? and\u2026What advice would you give to someone pursuing a voiceover or acting career?<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>For Acting:<\/strong>\u00a0My Proudest achievement was a few weeks ago being asked to audition for a big Hollywood film. I didn\u2019t get the role it has gone to a better-known name, however, to even get the call to do an audition! That is a win in my book and puts me one step closer to the realisation of the goal.<\/p><p><strong>For VoiceOver:<\/strong>\u00a0Hands down landing the Capital FM role. It was a long process of auditions and finding the style voice they wanted for the brand, but to be involved with such a well respected and known brand in the UK is amazing. Millions of people every day hear my voice. I\u2019m just a normal guy, who has hustled his way, working hard, so to voice for something as big as Capital FM is humbling &amp; a privilege. Also voicing for a top station in Dubai, though I have never visited yet\u2026 My voice is already heard every day by millions, that is kind of cool.<\/p><p><strong>Advice:<\/strong>\u00a0You have to make things happen. Stay focused. Always keep moving forward. Surround yourself with the right kind of people that can motivate and inspire you. Read as much as you can. This applies to acting, VoiceOver and business, and life in general.<\/p><p><br \/><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/GRGuMT_JLSs?feature=oembed\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><p><br \/><\/p><p><strong>Congratulations on your achievements Kayne, we totally agree that your audition and Capital FM are BIG wins! Thank you for the great advice too. Can you please tell us all about your new platform,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thevoicefinder.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Voice Finder UK<\/a>. What is it all about and what inspired you to start this?<\/strong><\/p><p>The Voice Finder was born due to a need to bridge the gap between VoiceOver talent and audio producers. When voiceovers are starting out it can be challenging to find clients. Like any new business you have to advertise to gain attention and that\u2019s how The Voice Finder helps, it is an advertising platform for voiceovers to utilise.<\/p><p>The keys features of The Voice Finder is its affordability, it offers an affordable monthly or annual subscription and is a great tool to use in your business as a VoiceOver. For producers or anyone seeking VoiceOver talent perhaps for audiobooks, tv commercials, or radio podcasts, it is brilliant as they can browse the talent listed, listen to showreels, connect with them on social media and then ultimately if they like the voice get in contact and hire them directly.<\/p><p>I wanted to start the platform because I felt there was a gap in the market for a listing site specialising in voice talent that wasn\u2019t expensive to sign up too. Keeping things simple for both parties involved.<\/p><p><strong>As with working life, there can be some great highs and some challenging lows. What challenges have you faced since working as a voiceover and actor, and how have you overcome these challenges?<\/strong><\/p><p>Learning to deal with rejection is key to success, you have to treat every failure as just another step closer to success. One of the challenges I have faced in the industry is people\u2019s understanding of me being mixed race, it seems that in some cases it makes people uneasy.<\/p><p>I have heard things such as \u2018he\u2019s too black\u2019 or \u2018he\u2019s not black enough. If you believe in yourself and you move forward, you don\u2019t let that pull you down.<\/p><p><strong>Thank you Kayne for being so open and sharing that with us.\u00a0 With everything being highlighted in the world right now, it is very important that this is all addressed and brought to light. That is why change must happen! I understand that you\u2019ve worked with students. What inspires you to do this and what would you like for them to learn from you?<\/strong><br \/><\/p><p>I have given a few talks to students in media in the past. It is a small way I can help inspire them. It doesn\u2019t matter where you are from or your background you can achieve, you can overcome and be the success you want to be. I want them to learn that I started with nothing, I\u2019m from a single-parent home\u2026but it doesn\u2019t matter where you start only where you end.<\/p><p><strong>What brilliant advice! You\u2019ve inspired me and I\u2019m an adult, thank you! I think it\u2019s a good time to start my\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/boxhuman.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BoxHuman<\/a>\u00a0Inspire questions. So without further ado, let\u2019s go\u2026<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>1) What is the most inspiring thing someone has said or done for you?<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>2) What would you like to achieve next and in the future and why?<\/strong><\/p><p>1) Tough question, I have had many moments where individuals have supported me and inspired me. In fact on a daily basis, people inspire me. One guy that stands out is the Author &amp; Investor Robbie Burns who I am pleased to say is a dear friend, he has helped me in so many ways when it comes to business and the mindset needed to succeed. He has been extremely generous with his time and knowledge.<\/p><p>2) Achieve (Next) \u2013 Work with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Christopher_Nolan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Christoper Nolan<\/a>\u00a0in one of his films (Future) Voice a Disney Character (Future) The Voice Finder to hold a stronger presence across America. (Why) Simple\u2026 Why not? Life is for achieving, doing, and succeeding.<\/p><p><strong>And to finish our inspire questions\u2026\u201dWe believe that sharing inspiring words can inspire others.\u201d<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>3) What inspires you on a daily basis and why?<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>4) If you were to say something to empower and inspire someone else what would it be?<\/strong><\/p><p>Reading.<\/p><p>Reading is where I can always find inspiration. The more I read, the more I know, and the deeper my understanding of the world grows.<\/p><p>To empower anyone I would say \u2013 You have to find the confidence within yourself to make things happen.<\/p><p><br \/><\/p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uaqUSXQkZEs?feature=oembed\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe><p><br \/><\/p><p><strong>And finally\u2026BoxHuman is an empowered individual. They will not be defined by society\u2019s labels. They show the better qualities of humankind, such as strength, kindness, and inspiration. Can you please tell us what makes you a BoxHuman?<\/strong><\/p><p>I never give up. I always aspire.<\/p><h2><strong>\u201cThank you, Kayne.\u201d<\/strong><\/h2><h3>Inspired by this story? 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