Voice Masters: The Industry Series

Acting for Animation with Ned Lott

For the actor looking to elevate their animation performances, make memorable character choices, and gain firsthand insight from one of the industry's veteran Animation Casting Directors and Voice Directors. Get ready to work!

Click the "Add to Cart" button and complete your payment to reserve your spot. Class is limited to 10 participants!

1 DAY ONLY

Thursday, December 3rd, 2026

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Pacific Time

IN PERSON at VoiceTrax West – Studio City, CA

Cost: $185 Participant / Auditor: $75

This class is not eligible for any discounts, credits, or contest wins.

All Levels: In Person

What We Will Cover:

What makes an animation performance stand out in a competitive casting room? How do you create memorable characters, make bold choices, and deliver the kind of authentic performances that bring animated stories to life?

Join veteran Animation Casting Director, Voice Director, and Producer Ned Lott for an exclusive, hands-on workshop exploring the art of acting for animation from the perspective of someone who has spent decades casting and directing some of the industry's most recognizable projects.

Participants will have the opportunity to perform live and work directly with Ned, receiving personalized direction, adjustments, and feedback on their reads. Explore how to develop distinctive characters, strengthen your acting choices, respond to direction, and bring greater depth and authenticity to your performances.

With experience spanning Disney, Pixar, Studio Ghibli, and major international animation productions, Ned brings invaluable industry perspective on the skills and versatility that help voice actors succeed at the highest levels.

With only 10 participants, every actor will have the opportunity to work directly with Ned in an intimate, supportive environment designed for meaningful feedback and artistic growth.

Whether you're developing your animation skills or looking to take your performances to the next level, this is a rare opportunity to learn from a respected industry veteran whose work has helped shape some of animation's most beloved characters.

Be ready to take risks, embrace direction, and discover what makes your performances stand out!

About Ned Lott

Ned Lott is a veteran Animation Casting Director, Voice Director, and Producer with decades of experience working across some of the entertainment industry's most celebrated animated films, television productions, and video games.

During his time with Walt Disney Studios, Ned worked as a Casting Director, Voice Director, and Producer on multiple Studio Ghibli projects, including Hayao Miyazaki's Academy Award-nominated Howl's Moving Castle and the beloved My Neighbor Totoro.

He also co-produced and cast the English-language adaptation of the Academy Award-nominated animated feature Ernest & Celestine, featuring the voices of Forest Whitaker and Paul Giamatti.

As part of Disney Character Voices, Ned spent years casting and voice directing projects associated with Cars, Monsters, Inc., The Incredibles, Kingdom Hearts, and Pirates of the Caribbean, working extensively with Disney and Pixar properties.

His additional credits include The LEGO Movie Videogame, projects within The Lord of the Rings franchise, and casting Liam Neeson as Aslan in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. He has also worked on international animated productions and directed episodes of Netflix's Motown Magic.

Throughout his career, Ned has collaborated with celebrated performers, emerging talent, and major studios worldwide, bringing a wealth of experience in identifying compelling voices, developing memorable characters, and shaping authentic animated performances.

Be the master of your voice by mastering the performance!