Meet Aishat
Full Name: Aishat Abdullahi
Nickname: Aishat Voice
Contact: 08087369150/08097846419
Email: aishatvoice@gmail.com
Instagram: aishatvoice
Voiceover Demo: Listen Below
Bio
Aishat Abdullahi is a voice-over artist, broadcast professional, and communication coach who began voice acting in 2021. She is known for using her voice to connect, convey emotion, and deliver clear, compelling messages. She specializes in narration, commercials, corporate, audiobooks, e-learning, documentaries, and explainer voiceovers, performing in English, Yoruba-English, and Nigerian Pidgin.
With a strong background in broadcasting and digital media, Aishat brings professionalism, warmth, and intention to every script, ensuring messages resonate with the right audience. Her vocal strengths include emotional delivery, clarity, and adaptability across different brand tones.
She has worked with clients such as Dangote Salt, KWARA Learn, NABU Reads, and Wellbeing Foundation Africa and continues to build trust by consistently delivering high-quality work with purpose and excellence.
The Interview
Tell us about yourself and how you started in voiceover.
As a child, I always said I would grow up to become a newscaster. I was talkative, expressive, and never afraid to speak my mind. People often complimented my voice, and while I wondered if that meant I should become a singer, I eventually realized my strength was in communication.
Professionally, I’ve worked across radio, print, television, and digital journalism, and all of that shaped the broadcaster and voice-over artist I am today. My voiceover journey began in 2019 during my NYSC year. I planned to vlog my camp experience using my phone, and while researching content ideas on YouTube, I came across Blessyn Kure’s channel and her voice-over playlist. That was my first real exposure to voice acting.
After service in 2020, I returned to Lagos from Borno, uncertain about my next steps. A conversation with someone I met on my way to camp introduced me to voice acting schools, including the National Broadcast Academy, which I enrolled in. Around that time, I reached out to Blessyn Kure via email, and she generously walked me through the basics of voice acting, freelancing platforms, and editing, completely for free. That conversation laid the foundation for my journey.
I started practicing, learning from YouTube, recording demos on my phone, and teaching myself audio editing. My first paid gig came almost a year later on Fiverr for $5. From there, while working at a radio station and voicing jingles, the journey truly began.
What inspired you to pursue this career?
Honestly, getting a job and money, at first (laughs). I had just finished service and was trying to figure out a sustainable career path. I looked at the skills I already had and realized my voice was something I could easily use and enjoy. I love storytelling, interaction, and narration, so being paid to do something I naturally enjoy felt like a win.
Who has inspired you the most in the voiceover industry?
Blessyn Kure. She was the first Nigerian voice actor I saw consistently sharing her journey online. Beyond that, she took time to guide me personally, and that meant a lot. She continues to inspire me with her talent and generosity.
What types of voiceover projects have you worked on, and which excite you the most?
I’ve worked on narration, commercials, corporate voiceovers, e-learning, documentaries, and explainers. Interestingly, animation excites me the most. It’s something I avoided for a long time because I thought I was “too calm” for it, but my training at Voice Over Academy helped me discover my range. Getting into character, being someone else, or even a younger version of myself, is incredibly exciting, and I’m looking forward to exploring animation more this year.
How do you approach character development for a voiceover role? (Describe your
creative process)
I learned the importance of having a “character bank”, drawing from personal memories and experiences. When I receive a script, I ask myself what the character needs to convey emotionally. I tap into memories that relate to the role and allow myself to fully commit without fear of being “cringe.” Blocking out self-doubt is essential to bringing characters to life.
Walk us through your workflow; how do you prepare for a voiceover session or
recording?
I prefer recording very early in the morning or late at night because of the calm and minimal distractions. I work from a home studio setup, so choosing quiet hours helps me achieve clean recordings. I rehearse my scripts casually beforehand, sometimes while eating or during the day, so they feel natural.
During recording, I do some mouth exercises, keep water nearby, set up my mic and software, check levels, and record multiple takes. I then select the best takes, edit, clean up pops, and remove unnecessary parts before final delivery.
How have you been improving your skills?
Learning excites me. I started with free resources, and YouTube has been instrumental to my growth. Attending Voice Over Academy training was a major milestone for me, and it reinforced the importance of investing in yourself.
I also ask questions whenever I can because learning never truly stops in this industry. Going to VO conferences and practicing often. Also, by receiving feedback and studying voiceover trends. As a coach, teaching others also sharpens my own skills. It gives me the space to read more.
What challenges have you faced, and how have you overcome them?
Getting consistent gigs and showing up fully can be challenging. I’m grateful to have other income streams that give me stability during slow periods. I take things one step at a time, do what I can, and avoid putting unnecessary pressure on myself. I have also become more consistent when I disciplined myself to not only work/show up only when I feel like it.
What are your career goals in the VO industry?
I want to create impactful voice work, narrations, and projects that speak on meaningful issues. I also want to build a strong brand where my work speaks for me. Teaching is another major goal; I enjoy sharing knowledge and helping other voice actors grow.
What’s the most ridiculous fee you’ve ever accepted for a voiceover project, and how did it happen?
I once accepted ₦10,000 for a project that required English-to-Yoruba translation, fast turnaround, and was for a national body. It was a learning moment, and I’ve since become more intentional about valuing my work and separating relationships from business.
Have you ever worked with an annoying or overly demanding client? Tell us your most unforgettable ordeal!
Yes, and it reinforced the importance of clarity. When clients don’t fully understand what they want, it often leads to excessive revisions. I’ve learned to set boundaries early, communicate clearly, and politely decline projects that may become unnecessarily stressful.
What advice would you give to other upcoming voiceover artists?
Learn constantly. Share your journey without fear of imperfection. Be consistent, invest in yourself, and don’t rely on talent alone; learn editing, scriptwriting, and business skills. Above all, involve God in your plans and trust Him to guide your growth.
Where can people find your work and connect with you?
You can find my work on Instagram and YouTube, and connect with me on Instagram, X, and TikTok @Aishatvoice, where I share communication, media, and voice-over content.