Robert (Bo) Barker Email & Phone Number

Emmetsburg, Iowa (The Middle Of Everywhere!)

Have been the selected voice talent for a variety of client projects including, national product launches, major studio feature releases, broadcast station imaging and promotional campaigns, corporate narration projects, training programs, and more. Operate Bo Barker Voiceovers as a independent entrepreneurial voice actor. Mentors include Ms. Randy Thomas, (America's most recognized female voice actor) and well as support and coaching by real-world industry stalwarts. Represented by respected talent agencies throughout North America and abroad. Emmy® and SOVAS Voice Arts® Winner, Eleven (11) - time One Voice Award® U.K. and U.S.A. Nominee (for Voiceover Artist of the Year (2x); and Best Voiceover Performance (various categories), Five (5) - time SOVAS Voice Arts® nominee, multiple IMPA® winner for Voiceover Narration (Award of Excellence (1x), Award of Achievement (3x), voice of multiple Telly® and EduAdAwards® and several short film festival official selections and winners.Since 2013, Bo has offered Voiceover coaching and consulting on a very limited basis and normally by referral only, under the banner of "VO Concierge". Various testimonials attest to his effectiveness, lasting impact and credibility. Bo Barker typically only works with a handful of students at a given time. Inquire about availability.

Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States

MCVO Agency, a Division of Model Club Inc, is a premier voiceover talent agency proudly pioneered and run by Lau Lapides, who personally extended an invitation to Bo to come aboard the MCVO voice talent roster.Spanning the globe for top-level work, MCVO is a Boston-based Commercial Voice Talent Agency with clients worldwide. They house a roster ranging from early entry talent to A-List Voiceover Talent and hold strategic partnerships with renowned talent agencies, managers, casting directors, and producers from coast to coast.MCVO will provide de-facto regional agency representation for Bo in the Boston, MA / Manchester, NH market and in the New England (northeastern region) of the United States throughout the states of Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island.

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

The Peak Agency is the largest, most well-respected full service talent agency in Iowa and among some of the most reputable agencies in the Midwest. The staff at Peak Agency have a combined 53+ years of experience booking models and actors throughout the Midwest.Bo Barker VO is represented within and throughout Iowa exclusively by Peak and was personally invited to The Peak Agency talent roster by Steve Myers, President / Owner.

Seattle, Washington, United States

Seattle, WA based ZT Agency represents actors, models, and voice talent in the Pacific Northwest (PNW) for Film, Television and Commercial work. Agent/Owner Robert Tomazic, a longtime industry player in the Pacific Northwest talent community extended the kind invitation. ZT will serve as a primary regional talent representation in the PNW.

New York / Los Angeles

BAC Talent is a full service leading entertainment talent management company with offices located in New York and Los Angeles. Celebrity clients include: Sam Asghari, Salt-N-Pepa, Naughty by Nature, Christine Peters, Jocelyn Wildenstein, McKenzie Westmore, Raoul Mongilardi and more. BAC founder Brandon Cohen welcomed Bo Barker VO to BAC Talent in November of 2022. BAC will work in concert with Bo and his existing talent agents to develop additional venues of opportunity for the seasoned Voice Actor. Clients have involved project work for the likes of "Duracell", "USAA", "Finish® (Reckitt)", "Watchman" (Boston Scientific) and "Angry Orchard Hard Cider".

Urbana, Maryland, United States

Bo Barker became a part of the Voiceover Talent roster for Impressive Talent Casting Agency, based in Maryland, but active nationally and beyond; after Lisa Ristau, founder of Impressive Talent, extended an invitation to Bo following Impressive’s October 2022 acquisition of Timber & Chase, a talent collective agency in Portland, OR. who formerly represented Bo for a short period before the acquisition. Impressive has booked Bo on project work for end clients including the likes of Sanofi, "XELJANZ"® (Pfizer), and ""WeTransfer" working with global creative agencies such as HAVAS Group (HAVAS Health & You), and WHALE© Tailored Creative Production (Amsterdam).

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Moore Creative Talent, Inc. (formerly Eleanor Moore), is a family owned premier full-service diversified talent agency established in 1958, representing actors, voice over talent and models of all ages and ethnicity.A SAG-AFTRA, AEA and non-union agency, Moore is noted for their work with film, (feature, independent and industrial), print, broadcast/industrial/website/audio book voice over, theater, hosting, narration, and social media. Moore Creative is also highly regarded in the industry for representation of Makeup/Hair Artists for corporate, on camera and print advertising.They have in house facilities for voice over and on-camera auditions. Their staff has a cumulative 86 years of experience in the industry. Following a talent referral from many industry peers, Bo Barker was personally invited to join the Moore Creative voiceover talent roster by Head Voiceover Agent, Kate Baker. They represent Bo in the vibrant Twin Cities marketplace and for projects originating from the same. Client work includes a multi - spot National broadcast and web campaign for Ziebart ("Your Vehicle's Best Defense")

Greater St. Louis Area

TalentPlus Founder and CEO Sharon Tucci shared these comments regarding the addition of Barker to her roster of voice talent professionals: “Bo Barker has a most unique voice quality from our current roster – deep, rich and truly emotes from the heart. Excited to have the opportunity to connect Bo with some great clients." Bo has completed many projects through TalentPlus including several corporate projects in the agricultural sector for such brands as: Bayer Monsanto, The Climate Corporation, and Horizon Ag.

Cincinnati And All Other Heyman Regional Markets

Voice Talent (Non-union). Bo has been with Heyman Talent for nearly 16 years. Projects include work for clients such as financial stalwart G.E. Capital and Columbus, OH regional development powerhouse, Skilken Gold.

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Agence Vokal (or" Vokal Agency") , is the only voice agency in Quebec and one of the largest in Canada. They have global talents located in Montreal, Toronto, New York, Los Angeles, Gaspé, Dubai, Quebec, Chicago, Paris, London, and beyond. Bo was invited to the Vokal talent roster in May of 2024 by CEO Frédéric Perron.Client work includes a multi-spot Texas radio launch campaign for "Hard Mountain Dew"

Auckland, New Zealand

Bo accepted an invitation from BigMouth Voices to join their diverse roster of VO talent in January 2023. BigMouth is a leading voiceover agency serving New Zealand and the region known as Australasia (Australia & the surrounding Pacific Islands area) with the region's first comprehensive online booking agency. Learn more about the agency at https://www.bigmouthvoices.com/

London, England, United Kingdom

Bo accepted an invitation to the voiceover talent roster of the London, UK - based Duygu Basara talent agency, coming on the heels of Bo's most recent One Voice Awards® nominations. The agency also represents Bo through its original home office, based in Istanbul, Turkey. Duygu Başara has been working actively in the International Voiceover sector since 1992 in Turkey and since 2016 in London. Projects have included a multiple-spot narration project for the Yunus Emre Institue, a world-wide non-profit organization created by the Turkish government in 2007.

Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States

Bo Barker joined the Electronic Caregiver (ECG) mission as a Master Care Partner in October of 2020. He is the owner of CareSentre (care-sent-ree) and brings decades of experience in helping others implement cutting-edge technology to improve their daily lives. Bo’s professional background in applied sales, customer service, system design, solutions-based approaches, and a team-building skill-set has seen him serve technical and information management needs for medical, health facility, and care communities. His life experience and personal background have instilled a deep respect and abiding advocacy for our older population, the health-challenged, and all that wish to maintain their independence and health as they progress in their life journey.Bo brings the Electronic Caregiver difference to direct clients (and their caregivers) in their homes; medical care providers; care and assisted living facilities; rehabilitation centers; ancillary health service providers; home security providers, corporate and community health initiatives, and more.Learn more at www.caresentre.com or www.electroniccaregiver.com

Emmetsburg, Ia

Available primarily on a referral basis. Have worked closely with several people as a personal life and business coach / consultant on a variety of matters, providing perspective and proven techniques to facilitate progress and problem resolution. Pursuing several varied certifications in both traditional and esoteric paths to serve clients in expanded methodologies. As a proven and vetted intuitive and retro-cognitive medium, Bo has selectively interacted with individual, families, groups, business owners and law enforcement officers at various times to provide intuition - based information relating to personal questions, business concerns, missing persons / cold cases and more. Bo is also an Ordained Minister of Open Ministry.

Emmetsburg, Iowa

As a result of the positive benefits I personally had experienced, I have educated customers as to the value of our better, safer brand and offer a way for the average customer to earn a residual income by referring others to "switch stores."

San Diego, California, United States

In August of 2023, Bo secured regional market agency representation in the San Diego, CA area… the 30th largest media market in the U.S., out of 210 DMA (direct marketing regions) (2022-2023 Nielsen DMA Ranking).InnoVision Talent Agency (formerly InnoVision Talent and Casting) is an inclusive talent agency catering to a wide range of projects and representing a diverse talent pool from a home-base in San Diego, CA and beyond. ITA is set out to challenge the traditional types of talent agencies welcoming people from all walks of life, giving opportunities to under-represented groups and people of all diversities and backgrounds.Innovision is built on over a decade of experience in the film, TV and advertising industry and established media partnerships.Bo was welcomed to InnoVision's fledgling agency effort by Innovision's, Talent Coordinator (agent) Aggie Switala. (AACTA award-nominated Producer)( ** Bo removed himself from the InnoVision talent roster and withdrew from the agency in an immediate response to a "Social Media Content Guidelines for Talent" policy sent to all talent in June of 2024. While Bo was excited for the agency beginning that InnoVision was embarking on... Bo Barker felt the "stated directive" from the Agency smacked of of "over-reach and tacit censorship" of Talents... and that Talent are independent entrepreneurs that are not employed in a traditional corporate sense by the Agency. That this policy was not something Bo could condone. (It is not the place of a talent agency to mandate what an (independent) talent, can or cannot state on their own social media. Advice is one thing. Hard Directive is another. )

New York, New York, United States

Bo joined the voice talent roster of DDO Artists Agency and has been submitted for a variety of Union and Non-union projects such as Network and Movie promo's, National and Regional Commercials, etc. Booked work has included diverse client projects for the likes of: Boehringer Ingelheim, AAA, JP Morgan Chase Wealth Management, Audible Originals, Georgia Power, Google Chromebook, FreeStyle Libre (Abbot), Budweiser, State of New Jersey, INDEED and more. Bo's representation with DDO NYC began in October 2018 with (ostensibly) expanded national market representation in July 2020 through DDO LA and DDO Chicago under veteran agent Eileen Schellhorn - Head of the DDO Voiceover Department across all three DDO locations (New York, Los Angeles, Chicago). Bo worked daily with the DDO Voiceover department team of experienced agents, Jr. agents, assistants, social-media directors, agency administration staff and interns.** Bo withdrew from the DDO Voiceover roster after nearly 5 years to secure more comprehensive, efficient and engaged representation across all three major media markets (NYC / LA / Chi).

Washington D.C. Metro Area

(then) Lead Talent Agent Ralph Cooper described Barker's voiceover style as being “a mature, 'storyteller' read... earthy and warm”, and shared these comments on the addition of Bo Barker to the strong Capital Talent roster: “I am looking forward to working with Bo because I think he brings something we don't currently have on our roster in tonal quality, in point-of-view, and in his delivery.” Bo has been selected by clients working through Capital Talent for projects ranging from regional political pieces to spots for established players in the DC area market.(Long standing representation with Capital Talent ended in June 2023 with effective closure of the talent agency. Bo continues to hold his time with Capital and interaction with Roger Yoerges (owner) and agent team over the years in high regard)

Greater Salt Lake City Area / Los Angeles / S.W. U,S,A,

“Bo Barker strives for perfection in his work, and it shows! His voice is amazing!... He is a true professional... A V/O talent that is worth his weight in gold with that voice of his!” - Broadway Artist Mgmt / SEM Agency Owner -Shielia Erickson,(Long standing representation ended in June 2023 with Bo's effective withdrawal from Broadway due to professional considerations with other representation partnerships) He continues to hold Shielia Erickson (Broadway Talent owner) in high regard.

Portland, Oregon, United States

Timber & Chase is not cut from the traditional "talent agency" mold. It's mission and purpose is to procure and offer some of the greatest hand picked professional voice talent from around the country. Timber & Chase states, "We're different. We ourselves were talent." Following a talent referral and vetting process, Bo Barker was personally invited to join the Timber & Chase voiceover talent collective by Senior Partner, Steve Divine, himself a former national award-winning talent and producer.(Bo's interaction with Timber & Chase was short-lived as the agency assets were wholly acquired by an East Coast entity and operations ceased)

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

"After I listened to his demo, I thought right away that 'I love his deep voice!' It’s definitely a tone that can be used! I wanted to hear more and reviewed his website. It showed so much more of what he can do. The emotions and the energy that he puts in the demos just proves he knows what he is doing. You can close your eyes and imagine the commercial." - Bridget Tran, Voiceover Division Manager, Caryn Models & Talent Management. Client work completed through Caryn includes a nationwide corporate piece for Amtrak.(Withdrew from agency representation to join a different active agency partner in Minneapolis / St. Paul marketplace)

Tampa, Fl

Benz Model & Talent served as the primary agency representation for Bo Barker Voiceovers throughout Florida. In November 2014 they became the 10th active agency to add Bo Barker VO to their roster, following an invitation from Steve Benz, President of BMT. Client work completed through Benz includes a national commercial for the launch of Ubisoft's "Far Cry: Primal" video game. (Withdrew from agency roster June 30, 2022 in view of professional considerations.)

Pacific Northwestern U,S. (Washington State, Oregon, Idaho, Montana)

"Bo is a consummate professional with a powerful, unique, and commanding voice! His vocal delivery brings a script to life while the quality and tone of his voice captivates audiences. Bo is a wonderful addition to our roster!” - Amanda Falcone, MAM Talent Agent/Coordinator. Notable work by Bo through MAM has included regional television spots for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana.(Bo withdrew from representation with MAM in July 2021 while continuing to streamline his representation across major media markets with a long established national agency.)

Los Angeles, Ca

Andrea Beane and Angelina Bruno have a combined 50 years of experience in the entertainment industry. They have worked in front of the camera, behind the scenes, produced, written and directed in both theatre, film and new media. Bo Barker was personally invited to the AB2 talent roster in April 2016. Client work completed through AB2 has included a Director's Cut piece for the global supplement brand "Nature's Own", resulting in a One Voice® Award nomination for "Best International Voiceover Performance" (1 of only 8 globally).(Bo withdrew from representation with AB2 at the end of June 2020 to consolidate his representation across all three major media markets with a long established national agency.)

Chicago, Il

“What a BIG voice! I enjoy listening to his vocal signature. The sound of his voice is very pleasant and approachable. I look forward to working with Bo, and we welcome him to DeSanti Talents!” - DeSanti Talents Owner and President Susie DeSantiago(Bo withdrew from representation with DeSanti Talent at the end of June 2020 to consolidate his representation across all three major media markets with a long established national agency.)

Atlanta, Ga

Umberger Agency was a full service Voice Over agency representing voice actors in the US, Canada, Great Britain, Spain, and Italy. Specializing in TV - Film - Radio - Commercials - Animation - Promo - Narration. The agency was recognized as having one of the strongest voice-over rosters in the country. Agency founder Jeffrey Umberger directly invited Bo Barker to join the Umberger Agency roster following a successful collaboration on a network advertising effort.. Client work completed through Umberger Agency included a national commercial for Kawasaki USA, launching the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10, and multiple pieces for Destination Network.Umberger Agency closed at the end of July 2019 when Jeffrey Umberger became a Talent Manager with national industry force ACM Talent.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

“Bo will be a great addition to Voicebox and brings a smooth natural gravitas tone with the skills to deliver. I look forward to working with him and being able to offer our clients such a wonderful talent that easily plays on a national level.” - VoiceBox owner and Lead Agent Jerry Horwath. Bo was selected for several projects through VoiceBox including initial work for a national AutoZone TV/radio campaign effort as well as a promo piece for the "Tour of Utah" competitive cycling event that in 2019 garnered Bo a repeat nomination for "Best International Voiceover Performance (male)" through the One Voice® Awards (one of just 6 global nominees)(VoiceBox Talent closed its agency division in January 2019)

Greater Los Angeles Area

IDIOM Worldwide Founder and CEO Shane Cormier shared: “IDIOM welcomes such a seasoned professional talent to our roster. Bo Barker not only has a fantastic voice and delivery but is a pleasure to deal with. We look forward to maintaining a long-standing relationship with Mr. Barker and are pleased to assist in furthering his development as a voice artist.”(Withdrew from agency representation to seek different active agency partner in Los Angeles media marketplace)

Charles City, Ia

(Short term-contracted position to help launch company)Developed initial marketing strategy and approaches for launch of new Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP) in Northeast Iowa. Worked with company founders to identify and develop best potential target coverage areas. Created verbiage and graphic concepts for initial website and social media. Developed customer incentive program promotions. Represented company at community events.

Allenwood, Nj

(Contract Position) Regional Manager for international manufacturer of wind turbines to address the needs of homeowners, businesses, schools and universities, and governmental institutions. Worked closely with business founder toward goal of establishing a direct brand presence in Midwest USA market, following dissolution of prior dealer relationship(s) and the former dealer presence in region. Met with customers to discuss completion of ongoing projects. Researched and developed market segment targets and marketing / publicity plans, including securing exhibit opportunities at major event venues (despite sold-out status).

Emmetsburg, Ia / Buffalo, Ny

(Independent Short Term Contract Position) Launched Midwest affiliate presence for RV Monster, working with both interested buyers and contacting private RV owners to facilitate sale of their RV unit(s) directly, rather than through dealership, auctions or other venues. Provided high level of personal attention and service to both sellers and buyers. Also mentored and trained brokers in other parts of country for RV Monster, and was named Western U.S. Region Vice President. Left position to accept other opportunities.

New York City

Voice talent on initial roster. Personally invited by Lead Agent and partner Noel Short. formerly of Arcieri & Associates and ICM Partners.Agency partnership dissolved leading to unexpected agency closure.

Excelsior, Mn

(Contract Position) Worked to develop prospective client accounts for small to mid-size wind turbine placements to private landowners, agricultural producers, municipal and government properties, industrial use, etc. Represented RESD in Northern Iowa region to renewable energy trade groups, with energy utility partners, and at major trade show and community events. Worked to develop ongoing marketing strategy in region.

Adel, Ia

Responsible for the account management of a 32-county territory in Western Iowa. Provided water management and consultation services for various government, institutional, industrial, agricultural and commercial locations. Primary focus was on the testing, consultation, and ongoing management of efficient processes and operation of steam and hot water boiler systems, cooling tower systems, heated and chilled loop systems, etc. Depending on the location, these various systems were integral parts of each facilities' manufacturing, processing or environmental needs. Recommended and sold relevant products and services as needed to meet each client or location need.

Emmetsburg, Ia

Recruited, hired and trained the initial Slot Attendant department team of 9 employees as well as 2 other Slot Department Shift Supervisors. Scheduling of staff. Prepared and authorized Slot Department staff work schedules and time sheets. Coordinated pre-opening casino equipment evaluations and preparations with other casino department supervisors and staff. Supervised customer service & relations in Slot Department upon and subsequent to casino opening.

Emmetsburg, Ia

Operated an amusement machine route of state-regulated “eight-liner” amusement machines as an independent representative for game vendor companies. Built (from scratch), an established route of as many as 53 active gaming units placed in restaurants, taverns, fraternal organizations, convenience stores and other locations throughout the region. Responsible for regular unit collections and basic machine maintenance. Worked with location ownership, management and staff to ensure compliance with state regulations, and to maximize play within the location.

Emmetsburg, Ia

Sales of Digital Audio computerized automation systems; billing, scheduling and accounting software packages to the radio broadcast industry within a designated territory (14 different states). Responsible for all sales-related activities including initial contact and qualification of sales prospects, Determination of station technical needs and preparation of initial system proposals. Maintained regular and consistent contact with prospective and current customers through the use of a contact management software program, which I implemented and administered for the entire sales department. Represented SMARTS at national-level trade show and exhibit events.

Glenville, Ny

Served as the first Regional Manager in the nation for Bureau Professionals, Inc., a private, for-profit entity providing membership consulting, ongoing member development and management services to the Better Business Bureau system. Interacted directly with the CEO’s of three independent BBB offices located in Des Moines, IA, Sioux City, IA and Lincoln, NE. Was responsible for the hiring, training, and management of all membership representatives (numbering as many as 15) for these bureaus throughout a service territory encompassing four states in all (Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Illinois). Oversight of membership development and marking initiatives within said area. Also continued to serve as the appointed Executive Field Representative for the Fort Dodge, IA area.

Sioux City, Ia / Des Moines, Ia

Responsible for development of new Better Business Bureau outreach program in the Fort Dodge, Iowa business area and eight individual counties. Developed the Fort Dodge membership from 3 existing members to 128 within a 10-month period. Also responsible for service to four individual counties within the Des Moines Better Business Bureau (Better Business Bureau of Greater Iowa / Rock Island) territory. Also served as a Regional Mentor for the Council of Better Business Bureaus (CBBB), Arlington, VA

Fort Dodge, Ia

Sales of micro-graphic, digital image filing, engineering / large document copiers and network printers within a designated 15-county territory to commercial, municipal and educational institution accounts. Responsible for all customer-service and sales oriented activities including qualification, solution analysis, product proposals, sales installation and training to both new and existing customer accounts. Largest single customer sale exceeded $250,000 in initial product value, not including ongoing account supply and support revenue thereafter.

Des Moines

(November 1990 - July 1991). Assistant General Manager for Marketing & Operations. Managerial responsibility for a 52-lane bowling center operation. Supervised regular staff of 25-40 employees over several different service areas of operation that included main customer service desk, on-site restaurant, video game arcade and billiard hall and 2 cocktail lounge areas. Responsible for nightly cash receipt accounting and related management reports. Was responsible for customer service and relations with regular league clientele. Supervised ongoing in-house marketing efforts and inside sales campaigns. Had responsibility for total operation of center in General Manager’s absence.(May 1990 - November 1990) Marketing Services Coordinator / Relief Manager. Responsible for outside/inside sales efforts including direct sales to targeted business groups. Solicited bowling parties, activities, tournaments, etc. Acted as Relief Manager two nights per week, responsible for nightly supervision, operation and closing of bowling center.

Agronomy And Crop Science

Activities and Societies: Iowa State Cyclone Bowling Club: ISU Sports Club Council Representative Iowa State Cyclone Bowling Club Head.

General College Coursework - Horticulture / Sciences Emphasis, General Studies

Activities and Societies: Student Body Co-President (Webster City Campus, 1985-86), Iowa Central College Council, Iowa Central.