Hi! I'm
Ryan O'Shea
I'm a Los Angeles-based voice, accent, and communication coach, and a Certified Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework®, Knight-Thompson Speechwork®, and Organic Intelligence®. I work with a wide range of clients, including performers, entrepreneurs, and executives, and we work on everything from developing voice and accent skills, developing communication skills and preparing for big speaking gigs, nervous system regulation and more.
I've combined my experience as an actor and coach to develop a holistic approach to voice and communication. I want my clients to feel that learning voice and communication skills can help them feel more like themselves, so I prioritize authenticity and ease in delivery by merging voice and delivery skills with tools of nervous system regulation and presence. You'll see my clients' work on HBO, Showtime, AppleTV, Fox, ABC, and more. And I've helped prepare my corporate clients for speaking engagements at SXSW, multiple TEDx conferences, and in meeting rooms across the world.
MY APPROACH
From shut down to showing up to shining.
If you're an actor or speaker who feels a deep longing for greater connection—to characters, to casting, to your audience—but you find that your ability to express yourself is limited by your capacity to feel authentic ease and enjoyment when you're in the spotlight, then I'm here to help.
My approach combines classical voice and speech training tools and more contemporary tools for regulating the nervous system to help you move from being shut down—feeling out of control or like you have to over-control in order to perform; to showing up—developing techniques and practices for greater acting and communication; to shining—integrating your voice and speaking skills so that you can let go and effortlessly express from your fullest, most authentic self.
"Working with Ryan, a magical place unfolds, a place of embodiment and ease, where learning happens organically and playfully. Ryan is grounded both in her extensive craft, from voice to accent, and a warm presence and openness to go with what the moment brings. Ryan brings a great sensitivity and enjoyment for nuance and complexity to the people she works with, reinforcing their qualities; and I would even call her a creative doula."
-Suramira Vos, actor-writer-producer
Opportunities for Actors
Formerly my "ongoing voice class," this is a monthly membership program that includes weekly guided voice classes, monthly Q&As, and monthly Master Classes for integrating voice techniques into your acting.
Foundations of Voicework is an online, self-paced course that includes all of the foundational material that I teach clients who are looking to develop greater voice technique.
Whether you're looking to free your breath and voice, perfect an accent, find more ease and resilience around your career, or some combination, I offer tailored one-on-one coaching programs to help you meet your goals.
"I want you to know how impactful this practice has been to my work. I'm feeling so strong vocally, and normally I struggle a bit vocally with volume and strength throughout a run of a show. I'm guessing I was just pushing before and that is why my voice would feel so tired after every show. But more than that I just feel present and clear in my communication in ways I have only strived for before. And it is feeling so easy which boggles my brain. Thank you for this class, all the time and energy you pour into it and us. I'm just filled with gratitude for you!"
-Heather Ostberg-Johnson, Actor and Associate Artistic Director
TESTIMONIALS
Opportunities for Speakers
Two-Hour Workshop
An introductory workshop on the Four C's of Communication:
Clarity, Conciseness, Confidence, and Compelling Delivery.
Two-Week Sprint
Get ready for a speaking engagement in just two weeks. Develop your script, work on delivery, presence, and staging, so that you end the two weeks feeling clear, compelling, and confident in your skills.
If you're regularly giving talks, interviews, or leading high-stakes meetings, you may want to work together over a longer period of time in a way that still makes sense for your busy schedule. We can book a VIP day or I can support you on your ongoing speaking engagements via a monthly retainer.
"One of Ryan’s greatest strengths is her ability to meet you where you are. Rather than forcing you into a particular mold, she amplifies the power of your natural style, so you still feel supported and empowered. Whether you're preparing for a major engagement or simply refining your everyday communication, Ryan will help you unlock your most authentic and effective self."
-Stephanie, Marketing Executive at Tinder