Jim Poole is a multifaceted creative force, excelling in various artistic pursuits as an actor, director, voiceover artist, filmmaker, and ensemble member of the esteemed Steep Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.
Notably, he brought to life the beloved character of Scooter the Carrot in Big Idea's iconic Christian computer-generated imagery direct-to-video/direct-to-DVD series VeggieTales, which premiered in 1993.
Prior to his illustrious career, Jim Poole served as the artistic director of a large church in Chicago, utilizing his creative talents to inspire and uplift his community.
A native of Chicago, Jim graduated from Wheaton College, where he honed his skills and developed a strong foundation in the arts.
Throughout his career, Jim has had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse range of theatrical, improvisational, and sketch comedy groups, directing and producing a wide range of creative content.
Interestingly, Jim's brother, Garry Poole, is an accomplished author and evangelism coach at the Institute at Cherry Hills Community Church in Colorado, and has received numerous awards for his outstanding work in this field.
