The voices of Enigma Pro Wrestling
- Jul 7, 2016
- 2 min read
Fans who have never attended an Enigma Pro Wrestling live event, have wondered "what do the announcers of Enigma look like? Who are they and where are they during the live broadcast?"
For the first time, we will formally introduce you to the voices of Enigma and answer a few age old questions that have previously gone unanswered.
Eric Image serves as lead Play By Play announcer for all Enigma Pro Wrestling broadcast. Possessing strong skills in Professional Wrestling history, facts and terminology of dozens of wrestling holds.
His incredible vocabulary and broadcast experience allows him to deliver smooth and consistent commentary, while his expertise in story telling permits him to articulate the action for the benefit of those who may not have the ability to visually see the action.
Sitting next to Eric is Color Commentator, Jesse Furman. Jesse has been with Enigma for over two years, first as the official ring announcer and then as color.
As a professional actor who has appeared in mainstream television shows across America, Jesse is well suited in the high pressure environment of Enigma.
As one of the most recognized Improv comedians in Florida, producing multiple live shows yearly, His extensive knowledge of Pro Wrestling terminology complements his abilities to deliver superb color to keep the commentary interesting.
Where are they during the show?
- In the rear of the venue perched on risers
Why do they wear headphones?
- to hear each other over the thunderous music, live audience and to receive information from the Executive Producer.
Is it easy to be a Professional Wrestling commentator?
- absolutely not. It is a high stress environment that requires multiple layers of respect as anything you say or do is instantly transmitted live to the world. Additionally, it takes a unique type of intelligence to call the action while listening to a Producer in your ear who is communicating with multiple people. You need to posse the ability to listen to all of the traffic in your ears and to ignore it at the same time. All while not missing a beat as your voice in live on air for the world to hear.
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