A Santa voice with warmth, heart, humor… and a little mountain grit.
Looking for a professional Santa Claus voice actor who sounds believable, not like someone putting on a red suit and saying “Ho, Ho, Ho”?
Rich Summers brings Santa to life with a voice that’s warm, welcoming, larger than life and full of character. From the traditional jolly St. Nick to a more intimate, heartfelt storyteller, cinematic Santa or high-energy commercial read, Rich delivers a Santa voice built for professional productions.
Christmas commercials. Holiday campaigns. Animation. Branded content. Corporate videos. Games. Promos. And more.
Hear Rich as Santa
A Professional Santa Voice for Your Holiday Production
Everybody knows what Santa Claus is supposed to sound like.
That’s what makes getting the voice right so important.
He needs warmth. Humor. Authority. Kindness. A little mischief. And above all, he needs to feel real.
Rich’s naturally deep, grounded voice provides the foundation for a Santa who can move comfortably from big and jolly to warm and conversational, or from playful comedy to cinematic Christmas storytelling.
Whether Santa is selling pickup trucks, introducing a holiday event, narrating a Christmas story or delivering the emotional payoff at the end of a commercial, the performance can be tailored to fit the project.
More Than One Kind of Santa
There isn’t just one way to voice the big guy.
That’s why Rich’s Santa Claus voice over demo showcases different approaches and personalities, giving producers options depending on the tone of the project.
Classic Santa
Warm, joyful and instantly recognizable. The traditional Santa Claus voice with plenty of heart, personality and, when needed, a great big Ho, Ho, Ho!
Commercial Santa
More energy, more punch and built for advertising. Ideal when Santa isn’t just coming to town, he’s got a holiday sale to announce.
Warm & Heartfelt Santa
Gentle, sincere and conversational. A more intimate Santa for emotional holiday advertising, storytelling and campaigns built around family, tradition and Christmas memories.
Cinematic Santa
Deep, rich and larger than life. Great for dramatic holiday campaigns, trailers, branded films and productions that need Santa to carry some real gravitas.
Playful & Comedic Santa
Santa has a sense of humor too. From knowing winks and dry humor to slightly grumpy or mischievous takes on St. Nick, Rich can take the character beyond the traditional Christmas-card Santa.
Santa Claus Voice Over for Commercials and Advertising
Santa and advertising have gone together for generations, and the right voice can immediately establish the Christmas setting without needing a lengthy introduction.
Rich provides professional Santa Claus voice over for projects including:
- TV commercials
- Radio commercials
- Digital advertising
- Social media campaigns
- Holiday retail promotions
- Automotive advertising
- Christmas promos
- Corporate holiday videos
- Branded content
- Animation
- Games and interactive media
- Holiday attractions and experiences
- Christmas storytelling
Need something a little different? Just ask. Santa’s pretty versatile.
A Santa Voice With a Little Idaho in Him
Rich Summers works from his professional voiceover studio in the mountains of Idaho, where snow, pine trees and long winters aren’t exactly unfamiliar territory.
So maybe Santa isn’t that much of a stretch.
Rich’s natural voice is deep, grounded, warm and lived-in, qualities that translate naturally into a believable Santa Claus character without pushing the performance into caricature.
The result can be big and jolly when the script calls for it, but it can also be understated, sincere and surprisingly human.
Because sometimes the most effective Santa doesn’t sound like he’s playing Santa.
He just sounds like Santa.
Need Santa Fast?
Holiday production schedules don’t always leave a lot of room between “We’ve got an idea” and “We need this delivered.”
Rich records from his professional home studio and can provide broadcast-ready audio for clients and production teams worldwide.
Have a particular Santa style in mind?
Send the script and some direction. Rich can provide a custom audition or work with your creative team to find the version of Santa that fits the campaign.
Let’s bring Santa to life.
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Santa Claus Voice Actor FAQ
What type of Santa Claus voice does Rich Summers perform?
Rich can perform several interpretations of Santa, including classic jolly Santa, warm and heartfelt Santa, commercial Santa, cinematic Santa and more playful or comedic character reads. Listen to the Santa demo above to hear the range.
Can I hire Rich for a Santa Claus commercial?
Yes. Rich provides professional Santa Claus voice over for advertising and branded productions, including television, radio and digital campaigns.
Does Rich record Christmas and holiday voice overs besides Santa?
Yes. Rich’s natural warm, grounded and conversational delivery can also work for Christmas commercials and holiday campaigns that don’t specifically require a Santa character.
Can Rich provide a custom Santa audition?
For the right project, absolutely. Send the script or audition copy along with your creative direction and project details.
Can you direct Rich during the recording session?
Yes. Directed sessions can be arranged when required by the production.
How much does professional Santa Claus voice over cost?
Rates depend on the project, including where the recording will be used, the size of the audience, length of usage and other production requirements. Contact Rich with the project details for a quote.
Ready to Hire Your Santa?
Whether you need the familiar warmth of classic St. Nick, a funny commercial Santa, something quiet and heartfelt, or a big cinematic voice straight out of the North Pole, let’s find the Santa that fits your production.
Listen to the demo. Send your script. Let’s make some Christmas magic.