Finding His Voice: The Journey of Bruce Nix
In the heart of Huntsville, Alabama—better known as “The Rocket City”—lives voice actor and Army veteran Bruce Nix, a man whose career journey has been as dynamic as the characters he brings to life. Alongside his wife of 30 years, Necie, their chocolate lab Jane, corgi Winston, and tuxedo cat Charlie, Bruce has built a life rooted in family, resilience, and creativity. With two daughters, Rachel and Rebecca, who remain his greatest pride, Bruce’s story is one of passion pursued later in life—and mastered with tenacity.
Though his voice is now heard in promos, commercials, dubbing, ADR, animation, and audiobooks, Bruce’s entry into the world of voice acting began only a few years ago. In 2019, curiosity led him to a Such-A-Voice workshop with instructor Wendy “Jazz Hands” Shapero. What started as a simple demo turned into a calling. “She told me I had a good voice for the industry,” Bruce recalls. “At first, I was skeptical—was this just like a timeshare pitch? But after reflection, I took the leap into training.”
That leap paid off. His very first major booking came quickly: a FOX NFL playoff promo for the LA Rams vs. Seattle Seahawks. Hearing his voice broadcast to millions was a turning point. “I’ll never forget that moment,” he says, eyes lighting up. From there, he immersed himself in workshops with industry heavyweights like Brent Allen Hagel and Mark Rider, gaining opportunities to voice everything from scratch tracks for movie trailers to ADR in A Christmas Story Christmas.
Bruce’s path wasn’t without challenge. Growing up with a hardworking single mother, he often sought refuge in comic books and Saturday morning cartoons, developing the knack for voicing heroes and villains alike. Yet confidence didn’t come easy. “Believing in yourself is the hardest part,” he admits. “I keep a ‘My Journey’ infographic outside my booth to remind me I’ve earned this.”
A defining milestone came in 2022, when Bruce competed in the CBS Audition Spotlight at the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS) conference. Selected as one of only 40 finalists from nearly 1,800 submissions, he found himself thrust into the supportive, vibrant world of professional voice actors. He walked away as the winner—a moment he calls “life-changing.” Today, Bruce has come full circle, returning as a callback judge for the same competition.
Looking ahead, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year. Bruce continues narrating Jack Mars’ political action audiobook series, lends his voice to anime dubbing projects with StoryEngine, and thrills horror fans with sinister tones for Halloween animatronics. His animated series Poten Dogs—where he voices Kai and Mountain—is now streaming on Amazon Prime, Tubi, YouTube, and KAOZ TV, steadily gaining a loyal fanbase.
Through it all, Bruce remains inspired by legends like Don LaFontaine, Kevin Conroy, and Mark Hamill, while supporting industry leaders who push for equity and authenticity in the craft. For him, voice acting isn’t just about sound—it’s about storytelling, perseverance, and community.
“Being a good voice actor isn’t just about having a great voice,” he says with conviction. “It’s about resilience, humility, discipline—and remembering to be kind to yourself.”
