I’m a highly motivated ESL professional with a strong track record teaching learners of all ages—from kindergarten through junior high—and supporting corporate clients with practical, real-world English. I bring a positive attitude to every task, with solid organizational, leadership, and communication skills, plus reliable time management as both an individual contributor and a team player. Beyond teaching, I also work as a voiceover artist for narration, commercials, corporate content, and video games. I enjoy clear pronunciation and effective presentation, and I’m always learning new tools and ideas to improve how I teach and how I deliver voice and communication for media.…

Brent Fratton

I’m a highly motivated ESL professional with a strong track record teaching learners of all ages—from kindergarten through junior high—and supporting corporate clients with practical, real-world English. I bring a positive attitude to every task, with solid organizational, leadership, and communication skills, plus reliable time management as both an individual contributor and a team player. Beyond teaching, I also work as a voiceover artist for narration, commercials, corporate content, and video games. I enjoy clear pronunciation and effective presentation, and I’m always learning new tools and ideas to improve how I teach and how I deliver voice and communication for media.…

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I’m a highly motivated ESL professional with a strong track record teaching learners of all ages—from kindergarten through junior high—and supporting corporate clients with practical, real-world English. I bring a positive attitude to every task, with solid organizational, leadership, and communication skills, plus reliable time management as both an individual contributor and a team player.

Beyond teaching, I also work as a voiceover artist for narration, commercials, corporate content, and video games. I enjoy clear pronunciation and effective presentation, and I’m always learning new tools and ideas to improve how I teach and how I deliver voice and communication for media.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

ESL Teacher at Aspire Language Academy 傑能外語
July 1, 2022 - January 31, 2024
Taught English as a second language from kindergarten through junior high levels, emphasizing speaking, grammar, and pronunciation.
ESL Teacher at Aspire Language Academy
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2024
Teaching English as a second language from Kindergarten to Junior High; emphasis on speaking, grammar and pronunciation.
English Teacher at Darong Advanced High School 高雄市私立大榮高級中學
February 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Taught a range of English courses including Information Technology, ESL listening/speaking, core English, English writing, and English pronunciation.
English Teacher at Darong Advanced High School
February 1, 2022 - February 28, 2023
Teaching English at senior high school level; duties include IT-related English courses, ESL listening/speaking, grammar, and pronunciation.
PE & Home Economics Co-Teacher at Wunshan Jr. & Sr. Highschool 高雄市立文山高級中學
September 1, 2021 - August 31, 2022
Co-teacher as part of Taiwan’s 2030 bilingual initiative, responsible for teaching game play in PE and instruction related to cooking and sewing in Home Economics.
PE & Home Economics Co-Teacher at Wunshan Jr. & Sr. High School
September 1, 2021 - August 31, 2022
Contributed to bilingual initiative; taught PE activities and Home Economics (cooking and sewing).
Corporate English Teacher at EIE Institute 美語
January 1, 2018 - Present
Corporate English teaching for major organizations such as Adidas, Benson & Hedges, World Vision, and international shipping clients. Focuses on office vocabulary, customer/client interaction, email writing, presentation skills, and pronunciation.
ESL Teacher / Corporate English Instructor at EIE Institute
January 1, 2018 - Present
Corporate English teaching for major corporations; focus on office vocabulary, customer/client interaction; email writing; presentation skills; pronunciation.
English Teacher at Green Dale English Academy 高雄市私立綠野文理短期補習班
September 1, 2015 - February 28, 2022
Taught elementary school-aged children on subjects including Math, Science, Grammar, and Social Sciences.
English Teacher at Greendale English Academy
September 1, 2015 - February 1, 2022
TEACHING English to various ages; supports elementary through junior high with focus on speaking, grammar and pronunciation.
English Teacher at Gjun Lanugage Institute 巨匠美語中山分校
July 1, 2014 - August 31, 2017
Taught upper-intermediate adult students with a focus on conversation, grammar, and pronunciation. Prepared class handouts aligned to lesson plans.
English Teacher at G Jun Language Institute (巨匠美語) - 中山分校
July 1, 2014 - August 1, 2017
Teach upper intermediate adult students with a focus on conversation, grammar and pronunciation; designed handouts for class.
Owner and Operator at Market Street Bistro
February 1, 2014 - November 30, 2014
Owned and operated a bistro: handled opening/closing and daily preparation, prepared soups, salads, and sandwiches, and supervised/trained employees.
Owner & Operator at Market Street Bistro
February 1, 2014 - November 30, 2014
Opening/closing operations; daily prep; soups, salads, sandwiches; supervising staff; cash handling and customer relations.
Editor at Hotel IQ
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Verify correct usage of English by foreign-speaking reviewers; focus on grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Voice Over Artist at Cinderella Studios/Music Dictionary Recording Studio & Music Dictionary Recording Studio
January 1, 2010 - Present
Voiceover work across multiple media types including narration, commercial, corporate, and video games. Produces and records voice content such as narration and corporate reads; builds and refines performance for clear delivery and pronunciation. Portfolio available via YouTube playlist upon request.
Voice Over Artist at Cinderella Studios / Music Dictionary Recording Studio
January 1, 2010 - Present
Voice over work for narration, commercials, corporate, and video games; examples available on YouTube playlist; extensive studio work.
English Teacher at Genius English 吉尼士美語小港分校
January 1, 2007 - January 31, 2014
Taught English as a second language from kindergarten through junior high, emphasizing speaking, grammar, and pronunciation.
English Teacher at Genious English (吉尼士美語) - 小港分校
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2014
Teach English as a second language from kindergarten to junior high school; emphasis on speaking, grammar and pronunciation.
English Teacher at Sprout English
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Teach elementary school-aged children across various subjects including language.
English Teacher at IAES Cram School
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2006
Teach English as a second language from kindergarten to junior high; focus on speaking, grammar and pronunciation.
First Line Technical Support (Inbound Call Centre) at Bell Business Internet
December 1, 2001 - January 31, 2004
Resolved connectivity and email issues in both French and English; installed/uninstalled software for users; supported dial-up and high-speed internet access; emphasized first-line problem resolution. Performed minor PC troubleshooting.
Information Management Office Assistant at Canadian International Development Agency
May 1, 2001 - September 30, 2001
Identified and documented user requirements using current analysis tools; developed a structured software development life cycle methodology and record management processes; minor PC troubleshooting.
Information Management Officer Assistant at Canadian International Development Agency
May 1, 2001 - September 30, 2001
Identify and document user requirements; develop structured software lifecycle methodology; record management.
CR-03 Clerk (Data Entry / Data Verification) at Human Resources Development Canada — Canadian Federal Government
June 1, 2000 - September 30, 2000
Performed data entry and data verification; handled sensitive and highly classified information; promoted to higher security clearance to verify co-workers’ work.
Waiter at Zellers Family Diner
September 1, 1998 - May 31, 2001
Wait staff; opening/closing; extensive knowledge of meals and meal preparation; cash handling and customer service.
Laborer at Lamaan Construction Ltd.
May 1, 1997 - August 31, 1997
Worked with minimal supervision; drove company vehicle for deliveries of materials; assisted in landscaping and general labor.
Laborer at Laamannen Construction Ltd.
May 1, 1997 - August 31, 1997
Largely autonomous work; site delivery of materials; basic landscaping/groundwork.
Receptionist Assistant (Word Processing / Cartography) at Mallette-Goring Realtors
June 1, 1996 - April 30, 1997
Served as receptionist assistant; performed word processing; supported cartography and map-making arrangements.
Receptionist at Malette-Gorin Realtors
June 1, 1996 - April 30, 1997
Front desk duties; greeting clients, phone/email handling, mapping and archiving.

Education

Business Information Systems at Algonquin College
September 1, 2001 - May 23, 2003
Diploma in Business Information Systems at Algonquin College
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
BA Criminology at Carleton University
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
BA Law at Laurentian University
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997
OSSD & OAC Certificate of Achievement at LaSalle Secondary School
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1996
Diploma at Algonquin College, Ottawa, ON
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001
B.A. at Carleton University, Ottawa, ON
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1998
B.A. at Laurentian University, Sudbury, ON
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 1997
Certificate of Achievement at Lasalle Secondary School, Sudbury, ON
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1996

Qualifications

14+ years experience doing voice overs
November 21, 2010 - November 22, 2024
Secret government security clearance
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
TESOL Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
TOEIC Certification
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2026
Secret Government Security Clearance
January 1, 2000 - October 18, 2026
TE SOL and TOEIC certifications
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2026
Bilingual Certificate (French & English fluency)
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1996

Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services
    Voiceover for semi conductor ad.
    Voiceover for semi-conductor ad. Taiwanese company.…
    Voice over for local Taiwanese bed store.
    Voice over for local Taiwanese bed store. voiceover…
    Voiceover for Taiwanese cell phone accessory company.
    I did the voice over and acting for this ad. It was my first acting experience. voiceover…
    Narration for semi conductor company
    Narration for a possible semi conductor company based in Taiwan. I say possible because the studio doesn't tell us who the voiceovers are for. voiceover…
    ESL Textbook
    Voiceover for CD which accompanied ESL textbook in Taiwan. voiceover…
    Voice over for Bedding World
    Voice over for local Taiwanese bed store.…
    Taiwan Bedding World Ad
    A Bedding World ad I did for Bedding World. A local Taiwanese bed store. This ad was mainly for online viewing.…
    Bedding World Ad
    I did the voice over for this local ad. The English might sound a little strange but that's what the client wanted. voiceover…