MEET
CORTNEY
LIN
Commercial and Character Coaching at GVAA
Courtney Lin is a distinguished voice over coach at Global Voice Acting Academy (GVAA), specializing in commercials and character work. With a career that spans various genres and mediums, Courtney has honed a deep understanding of what it takes to excel in voice acting. Her coaching focuses on helping students master the art of creating compelling characters and delivering impactful commercial performances.
Mastering Commercials and Character Work
Courtney’s approach to coaching in commercials and character work is both practical and insightful. She draws on her extensive experience in the industry to provide students with actionable techniques and personalized feedback. Whether it’s bringing a brand to life in a commercial or crafting unique voices for animated characters, Courtney’s guidance is instrumental in helping aspiring voice actors refine their skills and stand out in a competitive field.
Her expertise in commercial voice acting is evident from her impressive list of credits, including notable campaigns for McDonald’s, AT&T, Google, Toyota, Best Buy, Corona, Turtle Beach, Hatchimals, and SeatGeek. Courtney understands the nuances of delivering persuasive and engaging commercial reads, and she imparts this knowledge to her students with clarity and enthusiasm.
In video games, she has voiced characters in Diablo 4, Starfield, Honkai Starrail, Zenless Zone Zero, Fire Emblem Heroes, Pokemon Masters EX, and CookieRun Kingdom. Her anime work includes Black Rock Shooter Dawn, Romantic Killer, Mashle: Magic and Monsters, Junji Ito Tales of the Macabre, and Welcome to Demon School Iruma-Kun.
In character work, Courtney’s versatility shines through. She has voiced a wide range of characters in popular animations such as Monster High, The Casagrandes, Teenage Euthanasia, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Her ability to bring characters to life with distinct personalities and emotions is a core focus of her coaching. Courtney’s students benefit from her insights into creating memorable characters that resonate with audiences and leave a lasting impression.
On-Camera Work and Drama Training
In addition to her voice-over accomplishments, Courtney has a background in drama and on-camera work. She has appeared in hit shows such as Barry (opposite Bill Hader), Truth Be Told (opposite Octavia Spencer), The Dropout (opposite Dylan Minnette), Sugar (opposite Colin Farrell), and Ted (opposite Seth MacFarlane). This experience enriches her voice acting, allowing her to bring a depth and authenticity to her performances that she also imparts to her students.
Elevating Talent at Global Voice Acting Academy
Courtney Lin’s expertise in commercials and character work, combined with her extensive experience and passion for coaching, makes her a standout figure at GVAA. Her commitment to helping students achieve their full potential ensures that aspiring voice actors receive the highest level of training and support.
Courtney’s contributions to GVAA extend beyond her individual coaching sessions. She has helped numerous students secure representation from top agencies such as Atlas Talent, Artistic Talent, Dean Panaro Talent, and CESD. Her dedication to her students’ growth and success is evident in their achievements and the strong professional relationships she builds with them. Whether through her coaching or her own impressive body of work, Courtney remains a vital and inspiring presence in the voice acting industry.