London-based bilingual voice-over artist and narrator (“Ella”), creating and recording Persian (Farsi) and English audio content since 2022. I deliver script-reading performance with strong storytelling, pacing, and emotional nuance across digital media, podcasts, long-form narration, and studio-recorded projects. I’m confident adapting tone and delivery to client briefs, reviewing audio carefully, and meeting deadlines. I’ve completed multiple paid freelance assignments via Mandy.com and developed and narrated original YouTube mini-series, using rhythm and atmosphere to keep audiences engaged.…

Zahra Sharafzadeh

London-based bilingual voice-over artist and narrator (“Ella”), creating and recording Persian (Farsi) and English audio content since 2022. I deliver script-reading performance with strong storytelling, pacing, and emotional nuance across digital media, podcasts, long-form narration, and studio-recorded projects. I’m confident adapting tone and delivery to client briefs, reviewing audio carefully, and meeting deadlines. I’ve completed multiple paid freelance assignments via Mandy.com and developed and narrated original YouTube mini-series, using rhythm and atmosphere to keep audiences engaged.…

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London-based bilingual voice-over artist and narrator (“Ella”), creating and recording Persian (Farsi) and English audio content since 2022. I deliver script-reading performance with strong storytelling, pacing, and emotional nuance across digital media, podcasts, long-form narration, and studio-recorded projects.

I’m confident adapting tone and delivery to client briefs, reviewing audio carefully, and meeting deadlines. I’ve completed multiple paid freelance assignments via Mandy.com and developed and narrated original YouTube mini-series, using rhythm and atmosphere to keep audiences engaged.

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Language

Persian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Shadowspeaker at YouTube / Independent Digital Media Projects
August 24, 2026 - Present
Provided English voice over and narration for YouTube narrative projects including Shadowspeaker and Seraph. Delivered expressive, character driven and long form narration, adapting tone, pacing and performance to scripts and storytelling requirements.
Narrator & Voice over Artist at YouTube / Independent Digital Media Projects
August 24, 2026 - Present
Provided English voice over and narration for YouTube and digital media projects, including narrative storytelling and character-based content. Experienced in long form narration, script interpretation, expressive delivery and adapting tone and pacing to different styles of content
Creator & Narrator (YouTube Mini-Series) at Shadowspeaker and Seraph
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Created and narrated two original YouTube mini-series, developing voice-led storytelling concepts and sustaining audience engagement through atmosphere, rhythm, and emotional expression. Focused on consistent performance across episodes and ensured narration supported the overall creative direction.
Freelance Voice-over Projects (Paid Assignments) at Mandy.com
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Completed six paid voice-over assignments for creative and digital projects. Adjusted tone, timing, and delivery to match client briefs. Provided revisions when requested and maintained professional client communication throughout the process. Ensured timely delivery of recorded assets suitable for production use.
Bilingual Voice-over Artist & Narrator at Freelance / Self-employed
August 24, 2022 - Present
Professional bilingual Voice over Artist and Narrator working in native Persian (Farsi) and English. Experienced in commercials, audiobooks, long-form narration, podcasts, documentaries, corporate content, digital media and narrative storytelling. Skilled in adapting tone, pacing and delivery to creative briefs, with a versatile range from warm and conversational to authoritative, emotional and engaging performances.
Voice over Artist at Mandy
April 22, 2022 - Present
Completed multiple paid freelance voice over projects for professional clients, delivering recorded performances to project briefs and deadlines across a range of voice and narrative content.
Additional Voice & Studio Recording Work (Various Projects)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Performed book/narrative reading and podcast-style recordings, including prepared-script performance. Recorded in both home and studio environments and followed production guidance and feedback. Delivered required takes for revisions and supported project timelines with self-directed preparation.
Independent Voice-over Artist & Audio Content Creator
January 1, 2022 - Present
Create and record voice content, narration, and spoken-word material for digital platforms in both Persian (Farsi) and English. Perform podcast and long-form narrative-style recordings, interpreting scripts with appropriate tone, pace, emotion, and emphasis for informative, conversational, and creative projects. Manage recording projects independently, review audio carefully, and work to agreed deadlines. Provide reliable turnaround and complete retakes when required after feedback.

Education

Architecture at Ahvaz University
August 24, 1980 - August 24, 2026
Studied architecture with a focus on design, creative thinking, visual communication, technical drawing and project development
Childcare / Early Years at Golestan University
August 24, 2026 - August 24, 2026
Studied childcare and early years education, including child development, wellbeing, learning through play and supporting young children in an early years environment.
Public Services / Policing at Hammersmith college
August 24, 2026 - August 24, 2026
Studied Public Services with a focus on policing, public safety, communication, teamwork, professional conduct and the role of public service organisations.
Catering / Cookery at Hammersmith college
August 24, 2026 - August 24, 2026
Vocational training in catering and cookery, including food preparation, kitchen organisation, food hygiene and safe working practices.
Personal Training / Fitness at Ymca
August 24, 2026 - August 24, 2026
Completed professional training in fitness and personal training, including exercise programming, gym based training, client support, fitness assessment and safe exercise techniques

Qualifications

Public Services and Policing
August 24, 2026 - August 24, 2026
Studied Public Services with a focus on policing, public safety, communication, teamwork, professional conduct and the role of public service organisations
Architecture
August 24, 2026 - August 24, 2026
Studied architecture with a focus on design, creative thinking, visual communication, technical drawing and project development.
Level 2 Catering and Cookery
August 24, 2026 - August 24, 2026
Vocational training in catering and cookery, including food preparation, kitchen organisation, food hygiene and safe working practices.
Childcare and Early Years Education
August 24, 2026 - August 24, 2026
Studied childcare and early years education, including child development, wellbeing, learning through play and supporting young children in an early years environment.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other
    Persian (Farsi) Voice over & Narration Demo

    Professional Persian (Farsi) voice over and narration showcasing a natural, expressive and versatile delivery. Suitable for commercials, documentaries, audiobooks, storytelling, corporate content, e-learning, podcasts and digital media.
    I can adapt my tone and pacing from warm and conversational to authoritative, emotional and dramatic, depending on the project brief. Custom auditions are available on request.