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MWJ Dialect

MWJ Dialect

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Michael Winn Johnson has been a teacher, a theatre director and a dialect coach specializing in accent modification for over a decade. His journey started with York University where he earned his Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Film, but his love for art and performance didn't stop there. He then attended Seneca College's prestigious Animation program where he first learned about voice acting. After years of trying his hand at filmmaking, he eventually came back to Ontario, and followed the family profession in teaching. He furthered his training in dialects, creating an easy approach to accent lessons for any of his students. His experiences on and off the stage have taught him a lot about vocal health, safe practice, and performance.

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Hired 2 times
1 employee
17 years in business
Serves New York , NY
Offers online services

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    Frequently asked questions

    We have a free online assessment, to determine what your goals are. This includes what type of vocal work or Dialect lessons you want, the timeframe in which you want to achieve those goals, and possibly how many lessons you want to have. 

    BFA in Film with extensive training in performing arts, animation and voice work

    BED specializing in Arts and English

    Over 12 years teaching experience

    2 time THEA award winning Theatre Director 

    Host of the 'Vocal Qs' podcast where I interview famous Voice Over artists and actors. 

    Hourly wage may change, depending on time of year and availability for private one hour sessions.
    My interests somewhat crossed over in this line of work. I love teaching, I love directing, I love animation, and I've always found English, etymology and accents fascinating. This career seems like a great combination of all of those things, so I began takign courses related to Dialect Coaching and different techniques, which lead me to my work within the field.
    Students who want to modify their natural accent (whether it be to become more marketable as an actor, or to learn an American accent) Students who want to learn a specific accent for an audition or role Students who want to improve Vocal Health and Breathing techniques for Voice over or performance work.
    Me getting to work with one of my childhood heroes, voice actor Susan Eisenberg. I used to watch her Wonder Woman growing up, and we’ve since had the chance to do some accent work together. The Raptors winning the NBA championship in 2019.
    I am a very patient individual and I love this work. The first consultation is free so you have nothing to lose. I know I can help.

    What are my goals? What's the timeframe I have to reach those goals? How do I learn as a student? (By trying, by watching, by repeating, etc) 

    Services offered

    Acting
    Public Speaking
    Speech