Accent & Dialect Coaching: What It Is, Why It Matters — And Why You Should Choose Me

What is Accent & Dialect Coaching?

Accent and dialect coaching helps actors, voice-actors, and professionals sound like the character or regional speaker they’re portraying — authentically, confidently, and consistently.
It’s about more than just “doing an accent” — it involves learning the pronunciation, rhythm, intonation, voice placement, and character while retaining emotional truth.

When you’re preparing for a role, self-tape or on-set work, or even a corporate voice-over that demands a regional or international accent, a coach helps you:

  • break down the sounds and patterns of that accent/dialect
  • embed the voice so you don’t have to consciously think about every word
  • stay consistent throughout a scene or shoot
  • avoid distracting “fake” accents that pull the audience out of the story

In essence: a good dialect coach = believability + ease + performance freed up.

Why Productions & Actors Need a Professional Coach

Whether you’re a production hiring support for multiple actors, or an actor preparing for a character, the benefits are clear:

  • Authenticity in voice adds credibility to your character or brand.
  • Continuity across takes, scenes and actors — the accent sounds the same.
  • Time- and cost-saving: fewer retakes for voice issues, fewer post-production fixes.
  • Confidence: when the actor owns the voice, they can focus on character, not just “sounding right”.
  • Versatility: global casting environments demand you can switch accents or adopt one quickly.

In short: coaching isn’t a luxury — it’s smart, professional, and strategic.

Who Am I & Why I’m the Coach You Want

I’m Sarah Valentine — actor, agent, casting professional turned accent & dialect coach. My journey gives me a unique edge, because I’ve seen the entire production side and stood in front of the camera.

  • I’ve worked in film and television since 1989 as a casting director and Agent to name just two of my roles.
  • My credits include acting work in the acclaimed series Top of the Lake (Season 1) directed by Jane Campion.
  • I coach actors for film, TV, voice-over and on­-set dialect work — across all UK, European and Standard American accents.
  • I’m the creator of the “Valentine Method” — a streamlined system to learn accents quickly, comfortably and with real results.

Why me? Because:

  • I understand the actor’s world — audition pressure, character demands, production deadlines.
  • I bring tool-kit experience from casting, agency and performance.
  • I’ve mastered 50 + accents and dialects, so you don’t need to wait or shop around. (actorsaccentcoach.com)
  • I work in a comfortable, flexible way (online, on-set, one-to-one) so you get results wherever you are.

In short: I’m not just “someone who knows accents” — I’m someone who helps you perform them, confidently, authentically, and under pressure.

What I Do: My Services at a Glance

  • 1:1 Accent & Dialect Coaching – For actors, voice-actors, professionals. Bring your script, get bespoke feedback, and recorded results. (Online or in person.)
  • DIY Accent Courses – For actors who want to build the skill independently, at their own pace. Courses cover Standard American, British RP, Cockney, Devonshire, French-English and more.
  • On-Set / Production Support – For directors, producers and casting teams: I come on site (or remotely) to support actors, maintain continuity, and ensure vocal excellence for film, TV or theatre. Please email me directly to book – sarah@actorsaccentcoach.com
  • Script Recording Services – If you have limited time, send me your audition script and I’ll record character lines for you, so you can rehearse with accurate reference.
  • Accent Practise Sessions – Monthly training on Accents. 1 script, 4 accents per month. General/standard American and Standard British covered each month.

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Who I Work With & Why They Choose Me

  • Actors prepping for roles which demand regional or international accents.
  • Voice-actors who want precision, clarity and global versatility.
  • Productions needing on-set vocal continuity, authenticity and real results.
  • Professionals in public speaking, media or presentations who want to reduce or modify their native accent.

They choose me because:

  • I bring real-world production experience (not just academic).
  • I focus on practical, fast-track results (the Valentine Method).
  • I offer flexible delivery (online worldwide, on-set, in person).
  • I maintain very high standards of authenticity, continuity and performance readiness.

Your Next Step: How to Get Started

  1. Visit the website actorsaccentcoach.com to explore courses, services and availability.
  2. Email me at sarah@actorsaccentcoach.com to enquire about your script, production date or coaching need.
  3. Book your session or service – whether it’s one-to-one coaching, DIY course or on-set support.
  4. Prepare your brief: actor name(s), project type (film/TV/theatre), accents required, key dates.
  5. Show up ready: we’ll work together — you’ll walk away with sound skills, confidence and a competitive edge.

Let’s Make Your Voice Unforgettable

There’s something deeply satisfying about stepping into a role, embodying a character and sound­ing like the part, not just doing the part. That’s where the magic happens.

Whether you’re about to film a major TV episode, audition for a lead in a feature, or build your international voice-acting portfolio, let’s make sure your accent works for your story — not against it.

I’m Sarah Valentine — let’s get you ready to speak the part you were born to play.

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