Tell us about yourself and how your career led you to work in children’s television.
I love to play the cello and bass guitar and have been performing, studying, and recording music ever since I was a kid. I've always enjoyed performing as an actor in plays at school and as a musician. It's actually music that really got me into children's TV. Music led me to working in recording studios in Toronto, which eventually led to me becoming both a voice actor and voice director.
What was your favorite TV show when you were growing up?
The Simpsons was my favorite TV show growing up. I still watch it to this day. I cannot express how much I love all the extremely talented voice actors in the cast. They all have inspired me greatly throughout my career.
Describe your role on Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood.
I am the voice director for Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood. I get to direct the voice actors who play all the different characters on Daniel Tiger and make sure the voice recording sessions run smoothly and on time. It is an extremely fun job to have! I still pinch myself sometimes because I think I'm dreaming that I'm a voice director! Growing up, I never thought I would end up with my name on the credits of a TV show.
What is your favorite episode of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood?
My favorite episode is season 3, episode 15, "Daniel Takes His Time" where Daniel learns that patience is a very important character trait. I often find myself going too fast for my own good, so this lesson really hit home for me! Plus it features the Grandpere character, who I just love to watch and listen to. He is such a sweet character, and his voice is so soothing and warm.
What do you like to do when you’re not working?
In my free time I enjoy playing video games, cooking, and studying Japanese and Italian.