Thom Pinto has spent more than 25 years narrating documentary and docuseries programming for major television networks and streaming platforms, including History Channel, Discovery, The Weather Channel, Smithsonian Channel, the BBC, Paramount+, and Max.
That career is the foundation of Primetime Narration, his comprehensive training program for voice actors who want to understand what professional television narration actually requires.
Thom’s connection to the phrase “Primetime Narration” began in the late 1990s, after he narrated an episode of a TLC documentary series. A producer pointed out that the program would be airing at eight o’clock—opposite Friends. Thom was not simply narrating a documentary. He was narrating in primetime.
The course draws upon the lessons, instincts, and working methods he has developed since then. Rather than teaching one prescribed documentary sound, Thom explores the many styles that exist within television narration and the choices that make each one effective. He addresses storytelling, visualization, emotional connection, pacing, point of view, network style, self-direction, and the practical demands of auditioning and working from a home studio.
Primetime Narration is the collected wisdom of a narrator who has spent decades doing the work and helping other performers understand how to do it well.
"Thom helped me develop the skills and confidence to be competitive in promo and in-show narration. Invaluable coach and mentor."
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"Thom is all about bringing something memorable to a performance. Incredibly helpful in the world of self-directed auditions."
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"His passion for the craft and your success comes through in every session. There's no one you'd rather have in your corner."
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"Thom's no-nonsense approach and acuity in coaching has given me the confidence to forge a successful career. And I still look to him for his expertise."
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