Chicago-based actor, sound producer, and freelance voice-over artist specializing in film/production sound and a diverse vocal range for music, voiceover, film, and theatre. Provides remote recording through a private home studio for voiceover, film scoring, and music production with DAW/pro tools proficiency. Also has experience writing and producing content for media outlets and satirical publishing, plus management and front-of-house/operations leadership across theatre, restaurants, nightlife venues, and tech support/merchant services roles.…

Thomas B. Adams

Chicago-based actor, sound producer, and freelance voice-over artist specializing in film/production sound and a diverse vocal range for music, voiceover, film, and theatre. Provides remote recording through a private home studio for voiceover, film scoring, and music production with DAW/pro tools proficiency. Also has experience writing and producing content for media outlets and satirical publishing, plus management and front-of-house/operations leadership across theatre, restaurants, nightlife venues, and tech support/merchant services roles.…

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Chicago-based actor, sound producer, and freelance voice-over artist specializing in film/production sound and a diverse vocal range for music, voiceover, film, and theatre. Provides remote recording through a private home studio for voiceover, film scoring, and music production with DAW/pro tools proficiency.

Also has experience writing and producing content for media outlets and satirical publishing, plus management and front-of-house/operations leadership across theatre, restaurants, nightlife venues, and tech support/merchant services roles.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

AI Training Expert at micro1
May 1, 2026 - Present
Help train large language models by applying domain expertise in economics and finance; contribute expert feedback and domain-specific evaluation of model responses for advanced AI systems.
Staff Writer at Sports Riot
March 1, 2022 - Present
Staff writer and Editor-in-Chief for a respected sports satire site; growing audience and content production.
Prep Cook / Quality Assurance at Paulie Gee's (Logan Square)
November 2, 2020 - Present
Prep cook maintaining Detroit/N.Y./Napoli-inspired pizzas; ongoing menu experimentation and collaboration with Chicago eateries; runs side project Uncle T's Sauce sold via Instagram.
Supervisor/Bartender/DJ/Security at The V.H.O. (The Veterans Heritage Organization)
October 1, 2018 - March 1, 2020
Supervised operations, bartending, DJing, and security at a private, members-only venue; ran late-night operations during the COVID-19 period and community outreach.
Bartender / F.O.H. Trainer / Server / Curator Of Record Buying & DJ at Farm Bar Lakeview
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Joined as bartender and front-of-house trainer, helped redesign service standards and staff education; oversaw beverage program evolution and DJ duties; awarded as a top employee in recognition of performance; spun records when time allowed.
Owner/Director/Producer/Writer/Voice Over Actor at MTO Studios
January 1, 2014 - Present
Own and direct a creative studio focused on writing, voice-over performance, and sound production for film and music. Handle production workflows using microphones, instruments, audio interfaces, and DAW skills for post-production audio rendering to meet client/project specifications. Provide remote recording services for voiceover, film scoring, and music production.
Merchant Support / Customer Support / WFH Rep at Groupon, Inc.
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015
Provided troubleshooting across Groupon's diversified website services. Worked initially with User Interface/Dev and then in Customer Support, solving daily issues for businesses and clients. Expanded support coverage across Groupon Goods and the local commerce platform; later handled Merchant/Customer Support troubleshooting.
Box Office Sales / Student / Lighting Tech / Actor at The Annoyance Theatre
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
Worked across box office sales and theatre technical/production support (lighting tech) while also performing as an actor. Supported front-of-house and technical needs of a major Chicago improvisational/theatre venue.
Merchant Support / Customer Support / WFH Rep. at Groupon, Inc.
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2015
Initially worked in User Interface with Dev and Merchant Support teams, then moved to Customer Support; handled day-to-day troubleshooting across Groupon Goods and local commerce; later focused on Merchant/CS troubleshooting.
Box Office Sales/Student/Lighting Tech. at The Annoyance Theater
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Handled front-of-house operations, box office sales, student coordination, and lighting tech responsibilities for performances, supporting the theater’s productions and patrons from 2011 to 2013.
General Manager / Bar Manager / Bartender / F.O.H. Supervisor at LOKaL
October 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
Opened and helped run a pan-European restaurant in Wicker Park. Operated a prix fixe 5-course tasting menu on Monday nights with two seatings for a year. Managed bar inventory and served as GM coordinating communications between front and back of house; supported executive chef and elevated guest experience through staff training and operational balance.
Training Center Manager / Writer / Actor at The Second City Training Center
June 1, 2007 - January 1, 2011
Managed operations and programming for the training center, coached and wrote for student productions, and performed in acting and writing roles as part of a multi-year program. Instructors included notable faculty, and I contributed to curriculum and outreach during Summer 2007–2011.

Education

BFA in Theatre Performance at Columbia College Chicago
August 20, 2005 - August 20, 2007
Theater Performance & Playwriting Major. After receiving a paid internship to train and work with the Second City Theater in Chicago, I left Columbia College two years early to begin my theatre performance and voiceover career.
BA in Theatre Performance & Playwriting at Columbia College Chicago
January 1, 2005 - May 1, 2007
Some College at Columbia College Chicago
September 1, 2005 - May 1, 2007
Improv Conservatory at The Second City Training Center
June 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
BA in Theatre Performance & Playwriting at Columbia College of Chicago
September 1, 2005 - May 1, 2007
Completed Programs: Improvisation Conservatory; Musical Improv Conservatory; Accelerated Writing; Miming; Acting 1 & 2; Staff Internship at The Second City Training Center
June 1, 2007 - December 1, 2009
Major in Theatre Performance & Playwriting (B.A. coursework) at Columbia College Chicago
September 1, 2005 - May 1, 2007

Qualifications

Reaper
June 20, 2022 - January 20, 2024
Reaper Media is one of the professional DAW software's I use while editing audio for film, music composition, and voiceover projects. This can range from mixing/mastering audio scripts from start to finish, as well as the priority rendering of individual audio files.
Society of American Fight Directors Certification (Actor/Combatant)
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Society of American Fight Directors – Actor/Combatant Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Certified Actor/Combatant with the Society of American Fight Directors (Unarmed, Rapier & Dagger, Broadsword)
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
Certified Actor/Combatant (Society of American Fight Directors)
January 1, 2000 - August 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Education, Other
    Solid IT Networks - (Commercial Spot)
    This commercial video campaign for Solid IT Networks was recorded and produced in my home recording studio, providing one example of my voiceover portfolio. voiceover master vocal…