I’m sure you’re very familiar with how this works: 80% of your voice-over career will be auditioning, auditioning, and you guessed it…more auditioning. I don’t know about you all, but I never looked forward to auditions. I was raised as …
Once upon a time there was a little girl whose parents told her that she could be or do anything she wanted. They sang her songs with lyrics like, “When you wish upon a star, makes no difference who you …
“Mom, it’s happening again!” my daughter shouted from the back seat of our 17-year-old Chrysler minivan. She was holding up the fabric of the roof of our vehicle, which had begun to lose its adhesiveness a few weeks prior. I …
*Note: The content in this blog was collected with publicly available material and is unclassified in its entirety. Marketing. It’s something we all need as entrepreneurs. A good marketing plan requires creativity, adaptability, and strategic thinking. As a voice-over business …
Voice-over is an art that combines vocal skill, emotional intelligence, and creative interpretation. While the primary goal is to deliver the script as intended by the writer, adding a unique touch can make your performance stand out. Here are some …
As voice actors, we are always looking for innovative storytelling methods and new ways to ply our craft. Commercials, video games, and animation are some mainstream avenues to broaden our voice acting portfolio, but there is another medium that is …
In one of my many awesome former corporate jobs, I worked as a voice-over casting director for the Armed Forces Radio Network. I saw/heard thousands of talented actors navigate this rollercoaster-y, unpredictable industry. A challenging moment occurs when you find …
In voice-over, words are brought to life through the power of sound, energy, and projection. Whether you’re narrating a documentary, voicing a character in an animated film, or recording a radio commercial, focusing on energy and projection is essential for …
Note: To those who choose to listen to this blog over reading it, I highly suggest going back and clicking the links to learn more. The magical world of voice acting is where our performances are the heartbeat of storytelling. …
Improvisation is an important skill for a voice actor to hone – and one that isn’t often talked about! There’s plenty of voice-over skill to be gleaned from learning improv, and lots of great improv skills that can be brought …
No matter where you are in your voice acting journey, there is a lot of competition in the field. Sometimes, there are dozens – or maybe even a couple hundred – people vying for the same job. So how can …
Voice-over artists lend their voices to bring characters to life, convey powerful messages, and captivate audiences. Behind these performances lies a wealth of skill, technique, and practice. Just like any craft, improving in voice-over requires dedication and practice. Whether you’re …