Hey! I'm Cara Leighty!
I’m a voice actor and puppeteer based in Atlanta, GA, specializing in commercial and animation voiceover with a heart for children’s and faith-based media. My work also includes IVR, radio imaging, Christian podcasts, and audiobooks. I’ve been behind the mic since 2007, and in 2021 I stepped into VO full-time. Creative expression has always fueled me. I was that one kid who actually enjoyed reading out loud in class — textbooks and all. Turns out, that quirky love for words became the perfect foundation for the voiceover career I now get to pursue everyday!
I absolutely LOVE every facet of voiceover work. With so many unique opportunities, this industry often feels more like play than work. And for me, nothing brings play to life quite like puppets! Being raised on Jim Henson's creations as a kid in the 80s, it felt like a natural progression for me to start pursuing puppeteering in 2023. I've always loved puppets. They just elevate EVERYTHING! So far I’ve been fortunate to train with some of the nation's most talented puppeteers, and the experience has been both amazing and challenging! My voiceover training actually turned out to be a huge advantage in learning this creative art form! I’m excited to keep learning and exploring the fascinating world of puppetry! When I’m not immersed in voiceover auditions, you can find me practicing eye-focus, lip-sync, and sweet dance moves with my beloved, furry, non-legged friend Davey—my ultimate sidekick!
I’d love to dive into my "favorite food" and "most embarrassing moments", but for now, you can explore where I’m from, my creative journey, and what drives me by clicking the adorable pink button below! Thank you for letting me share a little about myself! I'm so grateful God brought you here & I'm so excited to see the doors He will open!
and Davey