Welcome to the Such A Voice FAQ!
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A voice-over is defined as words that are spoken by an actor, or actors, who are unseen by the viewer or listener. Here are a few examples of where you might hear voice-over: commercials, audiobooks, animated TV/movies, video games, e-learning programs, apps, websites, podcasts, GPS, and many more.
A “great voice” is subjective. What you need is a voice with range. A voice that can take direction well. A voice that you can create a niche with. A voice that can relay emotion. A voice that reflects a brand. The best part about voiceover is the large variety for voices! Whether you have a unique standout voice, an everyday “good” voice, or even a voice that puts people to sleep (perfect for sleep apps or character work!) you can find your niche in the industry.
Yes. Such A Voice is an accredited voiceover training and demo production company that has worked with thousands of students from all walks of life since 1989. Many SAV alumni have gone on to professional careers in commercial, narration, audiobooks, character work, and many more niches in voice-over.
Such A Voice stands out because our programs go beyond just coaching and recording demos. We provide a full training experience from voiceover technique to home studio setup, marketing guidance and success, and long-term industry support.
While many programs focus only on coaching or producing a demo, most SAV students spend 6-12 months with us learning every stage of the craft and the business. Our training covers vocal coaching with experienced pros, demo production, home studio setup and training, marketing know-how, and continued mentorship. Students also gain access to a community of peers and industry professionals. This comprehensive approach ensures you don’t just finish with a demo, you leave with the skills, tools, and support to actually build a sustainable voiceover career.
Like the rest of the industry our students and coaches live and work from their home studios from all over the US and abroad. Voice-Over was remote long before the pandemic, so it’s true you can be remote as you get to work from your home studio (which we help you set up!). You could live in Kansas and voice a commercial in Seattle, an app used in Korea, or an audiobook heard across the world on audible! It’s a great big world of voice-over just waiting for you.
While they are certainly helpful in practicing range, it’s not a necessary skill for voice actors to impersonate characters or people. In fact what will help you garner work is your unique voice.
If you’re considering getting into the voice-over industry, you need to learn how the industry works, what skills you need to develop, what job opportunities exist, how to get the work, what equipment you might need, and how to create a top-notch demo so you can market yourself in the most professional manner possible.
For answers to all the questions listed above, and more, join us for our introductory webinar, “Discover Voice-Over: Learn how to make money voicing commercials, audiobooks, animations & more,” and get a professional evaluation of your voice from one of our elite voice-over coaches!
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Such A Voice specializes in voice-over training and demo production to aspiring voice talent, so they can enter the industry successfully. Our coaches specialize in voice-over technique, recording and editing your work, marketing, auditioning, and more. We’re here to help you build your voice-over career successfully. While we primarily coach aspiring talent to launch their voice-over careers, we’re also well-equipped to work with existing talent in any area they wish to further develop.
If you’re new to the industry, we recommend that you start with our introductory webinar, Discover Voice-Over: Learn how to make money voicing commercials, audiobooks, animations & more. If you’re looking for an in-person learning opportunity, we offer introductory classes in many US locations. Reach out to classes@suchavoice.com and see if we have some near you!
While it depends on whether you are focusing on voiceover fulltime or part-time/as a hobby, most voice actors make between $30k-$135k annually (though some make more). While we’ve had some students “hit it big” we can provide every student with the skills and tools necessary to succeed, and most do! From coaching to branding and marketing, and home studio building, we can help.
To begin we recommend that you start with our introductory webinar, Discover Voice-Over: Learn how to make money voicing commercials, audiobooks, animations & more.
Such A Voice primarily works with our clients remotely via Zoom. You’ll receive personalized one-on-one coaching from the comfort of your own home.
If you’re registered for voice-over training with us, you can expect to meet with your coach once every 7-10 days, but our scheduling system also allows total flexibility to work around your busy schedule.
Such A Voice’s VO Pro Membership is an ongoing monthly membership that includes live group coaching sessions, monthly open Q&A sessions with industry experts, regular audition coaching with industry professionals, and access to our VO Pro Facebook group full of voice actors, alumni, and aspiring voice-over talent like you! The VO Pro Membership is designed to complement your personalized voice-over training program, and to provide ongoing education as you continue to build your independent voice-over business.
Sure! Narration and commercial demos are the most standard for the industry. Check out some work from some of our previous students!
Narration Demos
Commercial Demos
No! In fact, we don’t recommend you try to get an agent until you’ve already proven that you’re able to consistently book voice-over work on your own. At that point, you’ll become a strong candidate for agency representation. You may even be approached personally as your client list expands, and your reputation solidifies as a pro voice talent.
While it’s true that prior experience can be helpful, it is by no means a prerequisite to pursuing voice-over. When you work with us, we’ll teach you voice acting from the ground up!
We’ll choose a coach for you to work with based on both a scheduling match and a personality/style fit. We have a wide array of talented and award winning voice-over coaches working with us. Our coaches are working pros in the industry, with specialties in many different areas. Visit our staff page to meet the team!
While some voice-over work is still recorded in professional recording studios, the majority of today’s voice-over work is done from the comfort of your own home, utilizing your computer and a home recording studio. Technology has really come a long way in the industry, and it’s now possible to record broadcast-quality work from home, without breaking the bank!
Absolutely! The equipment required is very affordable and easy to access, and treating your room to ensure that it will sound professional can be as simple as hanging drapes over the windows and/or walls. When you work with us, we’ll help you dial-in your studio to ensure it meets industry standards with both group and one-on-one Home Studio Advisory for you to take advantage of.
In order to become a working voice-over artist, it’s important to first get the proper training and then get your demos together so that clients will want to hire you. From there, you’ll want to ensure that you’re set up to record professional voice-over work from home, and that you know how to market yourself in order to book the work. Our program will guide you every step of the way to help set you up for success!
Ready to get started in voice-over?
We’re here for you every step of the way, and to begin, we have an interactive and fun 2-hour introductory webinar that’ll show you how the voice-over industry works and how to get the work.
Register today and receive a complimentary voice evaluation with your webinar!