Who is Donald Pirie?

Donald Pirie is one of Scotland’s most recognisable voices and among the UK’s leading voice directors, casting directors and voiceover coaches.

His voice is heard daily across STV, BBC Radio Scotland and Channel 4. He has narrated documentaries and popular quiz shows, recorded talking books, and performed a wide range of characters in computer games.

Brands including NHS, AXA, Microsoft and FreeAgent rely on Donald for clarity, character and consistency. As a director and casting director, he is a trusted creative partner to studios around the world. His games credits include work with Ubisoft and Rebel Wolves across AAA and independent titles such as Anno: Pax Romana and The Blood of Dawnwalker. In animation, he has cast and directed for several Netflix series, including Ridley Jones, alongside a growing slate of international productions.

Donald also runs one of the UK’s most respected and in-demand voiceover training programmes. His courses are known for their practical, actor-focused approach and strong industry relevance, supporting not only new performers but also experienced and well-established voice actors who come to deepen character work and build greater confidence in the studio. Many of his students now work across games, animation, commercial voiceover and long-form narration.

LAMDA-trained, with television work including Casualty, Spooks, and River City, and appearances across many well-known adverts, Donald is also seasoned on stages from the Old Vic to the Royal Lyceum. He brings theatrical craft and truthful storytelling to every project, whether performing, directing, casting or coaching.

If you are looking for a standout Scottish voice, an experienced voice or casting director, or voiceover training grounded in real industry practice, Donald Pirie brings expertise trusted across games, animation, advertising and global media.

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