Ms. Kurtz is a renowned actor, singer, and musician who has appeared onstage for decades in many leading roles.
BRENTWOOD, NY, December 11, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Mary Ellin Kurtz has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Kurtz has established herself as a distinguished voiceover professional with expertise spanning commercial, eLearning, and audiobook projects. As the owner and chief executive voice of Mary Ellin Kurtz Voice since 2022, she has dedicated her career to delivering high-quality voiceover services. Her journey in this domain began with her role at Canon USA, where she worked from 2002 to 2024. During this time, Ms. Kurtz became the de facto voice for Canon's technical eLearning courses, significantly enhancing students' learning experience by reintroducing voiceovers to the courses starting in 2010.
In addition to her voiceover work at Canon, Ms. Kurtz was a senior learning and performance specialist and eLearning developer there. In these roles, she demonstrated adaptability and creativity by developing engaging online courses that catered to diverse learning styles. Ms. Kurtz's contributions were instrumental in improving student engagement and performance, showcasing her dedication to multimodal learning approaches.
Ms. Kurtz's career began as a K-12 music teacher, where she honed her skills in creating effective educational content. This background provided a strong foundation for her work in instructional design, allowing her to seamlessly integrate auditory elements into her projects. This early experience laid the groundwork for her future success in the voiceover industry.
In 1976, Ms. Kurtz received a Bachelor of Science in Education degree with a dual major in education and music in preparation for her career. Additionally, she obtained certifications that have further enhanced her expertise, including the Home Studio Masterclass Certification from The Great Voice Company in 2024 and the ATD Virtual Instructional Design Certification from the Association for Talent Development.
Ms. Kurtz has contributed to various projects, including voiceovers for commercials, eLearning courses and audiobooks. Her innovative approach and commitment to excellence earned her the prestigious Golden Mic Award at Canon. Ms. Kurtz attributes much of her success to the influence of her accomplished parents, who instilled in her a sense of direction and passion for music and education. This upbringing played a crucial role in shaping her identity and career trajectory.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Ms. Kurtz is a renowned actor, singer, and musician who has appeared onstage for decades in many leading roles. The thread weaving throughout her career is storytelling – whether onstage, via voice acting, or through teaching and eLearning – and it has enabled her to connect with others and make a positive impact.
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