Today we’d like to introduce you to Kevin Punch.
Hi Kevin, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
When I was four years old, I was watching TV, and I remember thinking, “I want to do that.” I wanted to be on TV because I wanted to bring joy to people and make them smile. I felt like acting was one of the fastest ways to reach a lot of people and make a positive impact.
When I told my parents that I wanted to act, they started researching agencies and trying to figure out how to help me get started. At that age, a lot of kids were doing modeling, but the first agency I worked with really fought for me to do acting.
My very first audition was for a national American Airlines commercial. I didn’t even have professional headshots yet, and it was my first audition ever. I ended up booking the commercial, and it became my first SAG job. That experience showed me that acting was something I really wanted to keep doing.
After that, I continued training and learning as much as I could. I’ve worked with great coaches, taken classes at places at DTV and KD Studios, and learned from private acting coaches who helped me grow as an actor.
Since then, I’ve had the opportunity to work on some amazing projects, including Abbott Elementary, Vindication, Didymus, and Power Pals, where I got to do voiceover work as Harry the Hedgehog. Every role has taught me something new and helped me become a better actor.
Looking back, it’s pretty cool that something I decided when I was four years old has turned into so many incredible opportunities. My goal is still the same as it was back then, to bring people joy through the characters I play and the stories I get to help tell.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
No, it definitely hasn’t been a completely smooth road, but I think every challenge I’ve faced has helped me grow, both as an actor and as a person.
One of the hardest things I’ve gone through was losing my first private acting coach, Mrs. Marlene, during COVID. She was one of the first people who really believed in me and helped me develop my craft. It was also the first time I experienced the loss of someone I cared about. That was really difficult for me, but it also gave me a different perspective. It made me want to work even harder, not just for myself and not just for the people I hope to make smile through my work, but also to honor her memory. I hope that every accomplishment and every role would make her proud.
Another major challenge happened when I was hit by a car and couldn’t walk for a period of time. Suddenly, I wasn’t able to do everything I normally could, and that was frustrating because I love acting and wanted to keep working. Thankfully, the people around me continued to encourage me and help me find opportunities that accommodated the state I was in.
One of the unexpected blessings from that experience was that it pushed me to grow in voiceover acting. I started receiving opportunities to audition for some really exciting projects, including major productions like Paw Patrol and many others. It opened up a whole new side of the industry for me and helped me develop skills I might not have focused on otherwise.
That experience also helped me grow emotionally as an actor. Before then, a lot of my work had been more comedic and kid-friendly. Going through difficult moments in my own life gave me a deeper understanding of different emotions and helped me connect more naturally with dramatic roles and storytelling. It taught me how to bring more authenticity and heart to the characters I play.
Looking back, I wouldn’t choose those challenges, but I am grateful for what they taught me. Every obstacle has made me stronger, helped me grow as an actor, and reminded me why I started this journey in the first place: to bring joy to people through the stories I get to tell.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
As an actor, I think it’s important to be versatile because every role is different. That’s something I really enjoy, being able to learn new skills, take on new challenges, and grow with every opportunity.
Of course, acting is what I specialize in the most, whether that’s television, film, commercials, or voiceover work. I love bringing characters to life and finding different ways to connect with audiences through storytelling.
Outside of acting, I’m also very creative. I love all kinds of art, especially drawing and designing things. I’m also really interested in STEM and enjoy working with technology, including 3D printing. I like figuring out how things work and creating things from my imagination, whether that’s through art, technology, or acting.
I think what I’m most proud of is staying true to the goal I had when I was four years old, to bring joy to people. No matter how much I’ve learned or how many projects I’ve worked on, that’s still what motivates me every day.
What sets me apart is that I’m always excited to learn. Whether I’m preparing for a role, creating artwork, exploring new technology, or trying something I’ve never done before, I like pushing myself to grow. I believe that being creative in different areas helps me become a better actor because I can bring more ideas, experiences, and imagination to every character I play.
Most people know me for my acting and my artwork, but I hope what they remember most is the positive impact I leave on others through both.
If you had to, what characteristic of yours would you give the most credit to?
The quality that’s most important to my success is my faith. I always try to put God first in everything I do and trust that He has a plan for my life.
Another thing that helps me is always giving my best effort. Whether it’s an audition, a role, school, art, or anything else, I try to work hard and do my best. I’ve learned that all I can control is my preparation, my attitude, and how much effort I put in.
I also try not to compare myself to other people or get jealous of their success. In acting, there are a lot of talented people, and not every opportunity is meant for you. I’ve learned to believe that what’s for me is for me. If I don’t book a role, I trust that God has something else planned that is meant specifically for me.
That mindset helps keep me grounded. When I get an audition, I’m grateful for the opportunity. If I book it, I’m excited and thankful. If I don’t, I keep working and preparing for the next one. I try not to get discouraged when things don’t go my way, and I try not to become prideful when they do.
I think staying faithful, working hard, and remaining humble have been some of the biggest keys to my success so far, and they’re qualities I want to keep with me throughout my life.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevin.punch/
- Other: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13779338/
