Jay Hickman is an American voice actor recognized for his extensive work in English-language dubs of Japanese anime series. Born on May 23, 1973, his career began in the mid-1990s and has spanned several decades, during which he has become a prominent figure in the industry, particularly known for his associations with ADV Films, Sentai Filmworks, and Funimation.

Hickman's early work included a wide range of roles in numerous series produced during the boom of anime licensing in the early 2000s. He provided voices for characters in a variety of genres, from the comedic Toru Watanabe in Excel Saga to the mysterious Itsuki Kisaragi in RahXephon. He quickly gained recognition among anime enthusiasts for his versatility, taking on roles as diverse as the identity-challenged robot Shinichi Mechazawa in Cromartie High School and the emotionally complex Prince Mythos in Princess Tutu. Other significant early credits include Kurama in Elfen Lied and Ryuya in Air.

Over the years, Hickman's filmography has grown to include a vast number of notable performances. He has voiced recurring and leading characters in popular series, such as the enigmatic warrior Crusty in Log Horizon, the antagonist Kagetane Hiruko in Black Bullet, and the cunning Floki in Vinland Saga. He also took on the role of the legendary chef Jōichirō Yukihira (also known as Saiba) in the Food Wars! series. His work extends to fantastical and dramatic roles, including the Giraffe in Revue Starlight, Majikaja in Made in Abyss: The Golden City of the Scorching Sun, and Simon Gato in Majestic Prince.

Hickman has demonstrated a consistent presence in the industry, maintaining a prolific output that has continued into the 2020s. More recent roles include Gen in Iroduku: The World in Colors, The Manager in Oshi no Ko, and Kobayashi in the 2025 series Lazarus. His career reflects a long-standing collaboration with many other voice actors and directors within the Texas-based voice acting community, working alongside performers such as Chris Patton, John Swasey, and Monica Rial on numerous projects.

Beyond voice acting, Hickman has a background in musical theatre and performance. He has appeared in stage productions, worked as a professional jazz singer, and performed as an Elvis impersonator early in his career. He has also made occasional on-screen appearances, including an uncredited role in the film Rushmore. This diverse performance background contributes to the depth and range he brings to his voice work in animation.