Rick Jones (voice actor) facts for kids

Richard Jones (born around 1957) is a talented Canadian artist who works as a voice actor, voice director, writer, and content developer. Since 1982, he has lent his voice and creativity to many popular animated shows and movies, working with companies like Alphanim, Cinar, and Nelvana. His amazing work has even earned him two nominations for a Gemini Award (a Canadian award for excellence in television) in 1988 and 2003.

Rick Jones's Journey into Voice Acting

Richard Jones, also known as Rick, started his career in a unique way. He first studied biology in university. While he was working on a project about geology, a friend from Carleton University who worked at the school's radio station asked him for a favor. They needed a voice for an advertisement. This small request turned out to be the start of Rick's exciting career in voice acting! His very first professional voice role was in a special animated show called The Care Bears in the Land Without Feelings.

Rick Jones's Voice Roles in Cartoons and Games

Rick Jones has voiced many characters in animated series and video games. Here are some of the well-known characters and shows he has been a part of:

Famous Voice Roles in Series

• The Care Bears in the Land Without Feelings (1983) - Tender Heart Bear, Good Luck Bear, Birthday Bear
• The Raccoons (1985–1992) - Sidekick, Delivery Ape, and others
• Dennis the Menace (1986–1988) - Additional Voices
• The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin (1986–1987) - Additional Voices
• The Smoggies (1988–1991) - Uncle Boom, Sailor, Choo-Choo
• Rupert (1991–1997) - Yum
• Samurai Pizza Cats (1991) - Speedy Cerviche, Mojo Rojo
• The Busy World of Richard Scarry (1993–1997) - Additional Voices
• Little Bear (1995–2000) - No Feet
• Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1996–1999) - Various voices
• Arthur (1996–2011) - Pepe, Jacob Katzenellenbogan
• Donkey Kong Country (1997–2000) - Polly Roger
• Pippi Longstocking (1997–1998) - Kling
• Mona the Vampire (1999–2006) - Various voices
• Rotten Ralph (1999–2001) - Ralph
• Caillou (2000-2003) - Rexy
• The New Adventures of Lucky Luke (2001–2003) - Jack Dalton
• Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat (2001–2003) - Fu-Fu
• Kaput and Zösky (2002–2003) - Kaput
• Ratz (2003) - Razmo
• What's with Andy? (2003–2007) - Mayor Henry K. Roth
• Peep and the Big Wide World (2004-2011) - The Fish, Additional Voices
• Atomic Betty (2004-2006) - Various voices
• Dragon Hunters (2004) - Gwizdo, Hector
• Tripping the Rift (2004–2007) - Whip
• Wayside (2005-2008) - Various voices
• Monster Buster Club (2008–2009) - Hugo Smith
• Jimmy Two Shoes (2009-2013) - Various voices
• Walter and Tandoori (2009–present) - Walter
• Sidekick (2010-2013) - Various voices

Voice Roles in Animated Movies

Rick Jones has also brought characters to life in many animated films:

• The Treasure of Swamp Castle (1988) - General Tubthumper
• How the Toys Saved Christmas (1996) - Duck, General Lajoie, and others
• Pippi Longstocking (1997) - Constable Kling
• Anastasia (1997) - Nicholas II of Russia, Revolutionary Soldier
• Heavy Metal 2000 (2000) - Zeek
• Stardust (2007) - Kobold
• Go West: A Lucky Luke Adventure (2008) - Various voices
• Tripping the Rift: The Movie (2008) - Whip
• Walter's Christmas (2009) - Walter

Rick Jones as a Writer

Beyond voice acting, Rick Jones is also a talented writer for television shows. He has written for many popular children's series, helping to create the stories and characters we love. Some of the shows he has written for include:

• You Can't Do That on Television (1982–1984)
• The Raccoons (1985–1987)
• The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin (1986-1987)
• The Smoggies (1988–1991)
• The Little Engine That Could (1991)
• The Busy World of Richard Scarry (1993–1997)
• The Little Lulu Show (1995–1999)
• Caillou (1997–2003)
• Franklin (1997-1999)
• The Adventures of Paddington Bear (1997–2001)
• Toad Patrol (1999–2001)

Rick Jones as a Voice Director

Rick Jones also works as a voice director. This means he guides other voice actors to make sure their performances are perfect for the characters and the story. He helps them get the right tone, emotion, and timing. Some of the shows he has directed voices for include:

• Happy Birthday Bunnykins (1996)
• Toad Patrol (1999–2001)
• What's with Andy? (2001–2007)
• Dragon Hunters (2004)
• Spookley the Square Pumpkin (2006)
• Gofrette (2007–2008)
• Lucky Luke Goes West (2008)
• Fishtronaut (2008)
• Walter and Tandoori (2009–present)