Hi, I’m Alan Gilson, an independent voiceover professional with a rich background in broadcasting, communications, and writing. I’ve spent decades shaping messages for government agencies, travel organizations, and media outlets, while building a versatile voiceover business that delivers clear, engaging narration for e-learning, commercials, and promotional content. In addition to my voice work, I’ve led regional communications programs, produced strategic campaigns, and contributed creative writing and editorial leadership. I’m passionate about storytelling, collaborating with clients to fine‑tune every script and delivery for maximum impact.

Alan Gilson

Hi, I’m Alan Gilson, an independent voiceover professional with a rich background in broadcasting, communications, and writing. I’ve spent decades shaping messages for government agencies, travel organizations, and media outlets, while building a versatile voiceover business that delivers clear, engaging narration for e-learning, commercials, and promotional content. In addition to my voice work, I’ve led regional communications programs, produced strategic campaigns, and contributed creative writing and editorial leadership. I’m passionate about storytelling, collaborating with clients to fine‑tune every script and delivery for maximum impact.

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Hi, I’m Alan Gilson, an independent voiceover professional with a rich background in broadcasting, communications, and writing. I’ve spent decades shaping messages for government agencies, travel organizations, and media outlets, while building a versatile voiceover business that delivers clear, engaging narration for e-learning, commercials, and promotional content.

In addition to my voice work, I’ve led regional communications programs, produced strategic campaigns, and contributed creative writing and editorial leadership. I’m passionate about storytelling, collaborating with clients to fine‑tune every script and delivery for maximum impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner/Principal Talent at Northwest Voiceover
January 1, 2008 - Present
Owns and operates Northwest Voiceover, narrating and producing e-learning, commercial, and promotional voiceovers for national, statewide, and local clients.
Regional Communications Manager at Washington State Department of Transportation
January 1, 2018 - October 27, 2025
Established and managed regional transportation communications program; created mass media information campaigns; represented agency on camera and via phone interviews; provided information to officials, staff, and citizens; coordinated messaging with regional and HQ staff; prepared presentations; organized displays and staffed community events; advised engineering and operations staff on marketing and communications.
Communications Director at Spokane Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau
January 1, 1993 - October 27, 2025
Created and implemented broadcast leisure travel destination marketing campaigns; promoted destination to international, national, and regional media; created displays and staffed consumer and industry trade shows; marketed to group travel operators and managed familiarization tours; coordinated leisure travel marketing with area hospitality providers.
Sales Manager at Cox Cable Communications
January 1, 1985 - October 27, 2025
Established and managed inside sales team for cable television basic and premium services; expanded local sales operations to additional systems throughout eastern Washington.
On-Air Personality/News Announcer at KGA/KDRK FM
January 1, 1982 - October 27, 2025
Broadcasted daily radio program with entertainment, music and news; produced radio commercials, including voiceovers, for local and regional clients.
Writer/Publisher/Editor at Ski Times Magazine
January 1, 1983 - October 27, 2025
Writer, publisher, and editor of a local recreational monthly newspaper.
On-Air Personality/News Announcer at KSPO, KEZE, KCVL, KKPL
January 1, 1977 - October 27, 2025
On-air personality and news announcer for Spokane stations.
Managing Partner at Felts Field Flyers, LLC
January 1, 2002 - Present
Managing Partner for Aircraft Club.
Owner/Principal Talent at Northwest Voiceover
January 1, 2008 - November 27, 2025
Narrate and produce e-learning, commercial, and promotional voiceovers for national, statewide, and local clients, leveraging studio and production skills to deliver polished final products.
Regional Communications Manager at Washington State Department of Transportation
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Established and managed regional transportation communications program; created mass media information campaigns for high‑impact highway construction projects; represented agency operations and policy in media appearances; provided information to officials and citizens; coordinated messaging with regional and headquarters teams; produced presentation materials and organized community events.
Communications Director at Spokane Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau
December 31, 1993 - December 31, 1993
Created and implemented broadcast leisure travel destination marketing campaigns; promoted the destination to international, national, and regional media; staffed consumer and industry trade shows; coordinated leisure travel marketing with local hospitality providers.
Sales Manager at Cox Cable Communications
December 31, 1985 - December 31, 1985
Established and managed inside sales team for cable television services; met and exceeded sales goals; expanded local sales operations to include additional systems throughout eastern Washington.
On-Air Personality/News Announcer at KGA/KDRK FM
December 31, 1982 - December 31, 1982
Broadcasted daily radio program with entertainment, music, and news; produced radio commercials with voiceovers for clients.
Writer/Publisher/Editor at Ski Times Magazine
December 31, 1983 - December 31, 1983
Wrote, published, and edited a local recreational monthly newspaper; coordinated editorial content and production.
On Air Personality/News Announcer at KSPO, KEZE, KCVL, KKPL
December 31, 1977 - December 31, 1977
On-air personality and news announcer for multiple Spokane stations; delivered live broadcasts and contributed to programming.
Managing Partner at Felts Field Flyers, LLC
January 1, 2002 - November 27, 2025
Managing partner for aircraft club; oversees aviation activities and organizational operations.

Education

BA/Communications/Radio-Television at Eastern Washington University
March 1, 1975 - October 27, 2025
BA in Communications/Radio-Television at Eastern Washington University
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 1975

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Transportation & Logistics, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services