YOU’RE ON THE AIR
How to REALLY Make it in Voice-Overs!
"You're on the Air: How to Really Make it in Voice-Overs!" is a one-time, 2-hour interactive workshop. This class is designed to introduce interested students to the industry, allow them to ask questions, check out industry standard recording equipment, and even get to step up to the mic and record a practice voice-over.
In this class, our professional voice-over artists and instructors discuss the main players in the voice-over industry, how it used to work vs. how it works today, basic voice-over technique for a narration vs. commercial, what clients want to hear in their advertisements, where voice-over artists work today, if the voice-over industry is right for you, how to get voice-over training, how to use the Such A Voice method to develop your unique voice, and how to best market your voice-over brand to become a successful voice-over artist.
Use the links to the right or search for your instructor by city below!
Call Catherine Marshall with questions at (802) 275-0155 or email her at: catherine@suchavoice.com
Instructor Snapshots
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Founder and president of Such A Voice, Dan Levine has been involved in the voice-over industry for over 20 years. Dan has coached countless voice talents just getting started in the industry, worked in commercial production for 17 years, and he even received a Tony Award nominee in 1992 for the score of the Broadway musical Anna Karenina. Recognized for revolutionizing the voice-over industry, Dan encourages aspiring talents to market their natural personality. Dan continues to inspire students through his technique and marketing seminars around the nation.
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Larissa Gallagher has natural charm that immediately makes students feel comfortable. Her world-wide experiences in the voice-over industry provide her with plenty of tips and tricks to share with students from all over. Originally hailing from Australia, Larissa has over 15 years of experience as a professional performer, including resident voice-over artist with Australia's top-rated radio show, dmg Radio Australia. She calls on her experiences as an actress, singer, producer, and voice instructor to get students to delve deep into their voice-over technique training. |
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Robert Sciglimpaglia is currently a practicing attorney, as well as an actor and accomplished voice over artist. Robert hosted a local radio program back in the mid 1990's called The Law Show, and more recently hosted a radio show called Ask the Lawyer. Robert's first venture into the acting field was a show called American Experience: Hijacked! which aired nationally on PBS-TV and was narrated by Campbell Scott. Since that time, he has appeared in numerous national projects with many big name stars, both in acting and voice-overs.
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Lisa Foster has been in the voice-over and radio industry for 18 years and does voice work for companies all over the United States. Her clients include Microsoft, Sesame, Olay, Crest and LA Fitness, just to name a few. Her busy schedule keeps her booked all over the Midwest and Pacific Northwest. In addition to teaching the world of voice-overs with Such A Voice, Lisa does audio production work from her Seattle sound studio and coaches voice talent.
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Liz Solar brings years of experience in teaching radio performance at the university level and working in voice-overs to Such A Voice. Liz has taken her talents to acting, casting, improv, live marketing and broadcasting, both as a top-rated DJ and news director in the Boston radio market. Her impressive client list includes Nokia, Verizon, Comcast, Papa Gino's, and Boston Ballet -- and there are many more! Liz helps students realize their creative potential and unique niche through a warm, dynamic approach to teaching voice-over technique.
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Brian Thon, national professional voice artist, voices for professional sports teams, Fortune 500 Companies, film, television and radio and now writes and hosts a ground breaking new radio show in production for national syndication. The multimedia veteran works with feature film and stage actors, authors, College Presidents-- even Rock and Roll Hall of Fame musicians. Thon (pronounced “Tone”) produces voice artists in studios throughout the US, directing talent and engineers who have worked with MTV, VH1, Aerosmith, Jewel, Nine Inch Nails, Sarah McLachlan and more! Praised for his teaching ability, he’s called, “inspiring, enlightened, masterful and real”.
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Trish Basanyi has been in the voiceover business for over a decade, with clients ranging from Fortune 400 companies like Motorola, Verizon Wireless, and Wal-Mart, down to small local businesses and websites all over the world. Her wide range of style and energy is key in allowing her to be successful across many media outlets, from radio and TV commercials and audio tours, to phone prompts and Iphone applications. Trish lives in the NYC area and does most recordings from her home studio when she's not traveling for Such A Voice.
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Sheryl Powers has been in the voice-over and radio industry in Dallas-Fort Worth since 1985. She has held positions as a radio DJ on various local stations, worked as a marketing advisor, and she currently has an on-camera TV commercial both locally and nationally with Dallas Gold and Silver Exchange and their affiliates. Among other clients, Sheryl works with Carolina Furniture company, Tri-Star Furniture, and hosts a series of Saturn Dealers infomercials. Recently, she's co-hosted a Real Estate radio show and continues her voice-over endeavors for a wide variety of local and national radio clients; such as Mattress GIant, Funjet, and local auto dealers.
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Scott Pollak brings 30 years of experience in the voice-over and entertainment industries and 40 years of experience in live, on-stage acting to the classroom -- that's a lot of voice technique expertise! Scott is currently the voice of National Public Radio and Public Television in Atlanta, and he has voiced thousands of commercials, narrations, and e-learning programs. Recent clients include Mother's Car Wax and Mount Rushmore visitor's center museum. Genuine and warm, creative and funny, he is an ideal voice-over coach to help you reach your potential as a professional voice-over artist.
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Tom Force has been a radio personality for more than 40 years, and his talents and passions crossed over to voice acting years ago. Honored by the Detroit office of the Screen Actors Guild, he has taught master classes at Wayne State University. His list of clients includes CBS, Pepperidge Farms, Ford, Cadillac, Red Lobster, and many more. His warm, yet dynamic, approach to teaching voice acting makes students feel at ease, making it easy to learn from his years of experience in the voice-over industry.
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Cleveland | Detroit | Kentucky | Indianapolis
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Nikki Lowe came to voice-overs over ten years ago when she was in the business of software training and e-learning solutions. Realizing she had a knack for voice-overs, Nikki graduated from the Master's Program and immediately became a success. She has worked with PBS, Habitat for Humanity, various software companies, as well as produced radio and television commercials, e-learning tutorials and corporate presentations. Her energetic and warm personality makes her a natural coach! Nikki continues to expand her niche and impress us with her versatility.
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