People listening on the other end of the speaker are taking in your every word. Make them count! James Minter, of Buckeye Media Services realizes that a voice actor’s role as storyteller in the theatre of the mind is paramount. In this podcast, James draws attention to the granularity a voice talent needs to consider […]
What makes a casting director cringe? David Goldberg, Chief Edge Officer of Edge Studio, shares 6 pet peeves casting professionals can attest to when listening to auditions submitted by voice over talent. Are you doing any of these? As a casting director, producer and voice-over instructor, David has much to say on this topic. Take […]
Have you ever considered that there’s more to marketing than just getting your name out there? Bill DeWees shares how marketing is both creating and maintaining. While most people are great at creating awareness, maintaining awareness is more of a challenge. Bill explains why awareness is precious and how you can work to become front […]
Have you ever wondered what Google Glass is like? In this episode of Voice Over Experts Voices.com’s SEO Specialist, Kyle Gellatly, captures true reactions from Google Glass Open House attendees as they describe what it’s really like to wear Glass and the potential it has to fit into our everyday lives. Links from today’s show: […]
Is your agent really doing all they can to get you auditions? Are you feeling a little left out in the cold? Our Voice Over Expert, Roger King, provides advice from an insiders point of view on the things you should (and shouldn’t) expect from your voice-over agent. Links from today’s show: PN AgencyEthnic Voice […]
Do you want to learn how to make your performance sound more authentic? Are you looking to improve your technique? Many casting directors and producers request an “authentic” read or want that “guy or gal next door” conversational read. Marc Cashman joins Voice Over Experts to share how you too can tap into this trend […]
In his VoiceWorld Toronto Keynote Presentation, Patrick Fraley will lecture, demonstrate and drag volunteers up on the stage to address voice over skills techniques, methods, mindsets, agendas, procedures, concepts and down-right dirty tricks, which advance the performer’s desire into a world of voice over opportunities. Like getting hired. And making money.Pat Fraley is the Keynote […]
Ever wondered what voice coaches mean by placement? Listen as Elley-Ray Hennessy guides you through ten different vocal placements complete with demonstrations that you can try at home and incorporate into your character voice acting technique. Links from today’s show: Elley-Ray Hennessy Your Instructor this week: Voice Over Expert Elley-Ray HennessyElley-Ray Hennessy is an international, […]
Have you dreamed of doing voice work? Voice-over performer and coach Mike Kirby explains how technology and the business of voice-over have changed over time and highlights how these exciting realities benefit the modern voice-over professional. Links from today’s show: Mike KirbyVoiceworx Your Instructor this week: Voice Over Expert Mike KirbyMike Kirby has won 12 […]
How do you come up with a character? Do you skim the surface or dig a little deeper? Pat Fraley teaches how you can create a character that is evocative, unique and developed. Don’t just jump on the performance of the form (how the character sounds) but rather begin by focusing on the content and […]
What should do you with advertising copy? Is it inviolable or can you make little changes here and there if they better suit your read? Voice-over teacher, performer and producer Marc Cashman shares 4 tips and considerations for what you can and cannot do with ad copy to help make your auditions stand out and […]
Are you able to sustain the characters you create? Do remember how to get to the place where each voice came from? Elley-Ray Hennessy delivers a comprehensive lesson on how you can use your entire instrument to differentiate characters, make them real and how to document them so that you can quickly get into the […]
Do you know the basics of voice acting? Breathing life into the written word takes both talent and a conscious effort on your part to craft a message. Kristin Price of Edge Studio shares tips for how to voice well considering factors such as Volume Control, Tempo Control, Pitch Range and Emotional Tone. If you’re […]
Voice acting in today’s day and age is not so much about the voice but what you can do with that voice. This is acting! Interpreting a script, what you do with those words, how you take direction and how you interpret that direction into the character that you’re playing is very important. Dave McRae […]
Ever had to track down non-paying customers? Non-union voice talent agent, Roger King, knows your pain. Join Roger as he discusses practical strategies he has used to collect on overdue invoices and pick up a few tips along the way that will save you stress and keep the cash flowing. Tags: Roger King, PN Agency, […]
What does it take to offer phone patch services and make it profitable for your business? How do you set the limits and parameters of a phone patch session? Anthony Reece shares many pros and cons of offering phone patch and also addresses whether or not to charge a fee for providing the service. Tags: […]
Ever wondered what it takes to really craft a character? In this educational podcast, Pat Fraley shows you how to adjust the sound of a character voice with the thinking and feeling of a character for the most evocative effect.25 years ago Pat’s audio set, “Creating Character Voices,” was published. His system of creating characters, […]
How does one find voice over jobs? How much work is out there and how do you get it? Ken Theriot shares his perspective and tips for auditioning as a working voice actor who uses the voice over marketplace to promote himself and do business online. Links from today’s show: HomeBrewAudio.com Your Instructor this week: […]
Is your voice over career built strongly and with care? Marc Cashman shares insight on how to go about building your voiceover “house” to get the best results. Building a sound voiceover house is essential to being competitive, consistent, professional and sought after. Learn how to build yours now! Links from today’s show: The Cashman […]
How can social networking benefit your business? The entertaining Terry Daniel and Dave Courvoisier discuss how social media and the use of online social networking tools can promote your voice over services and help you to get work. They also go into detail on how to best present yourself through social networking profiles, utilizing groups […]
Do you ever take your eyes off the copy? You’re invited to be a fly on the wall during one of Nancy Wolfson’s private voice over coaching sessions that leads to a great discovery. Find out what happens when you drop the copy and also learn more about what you can do to prevent vocal […]
Want to learn how to be an audiobook narrator? Find out what it takes from the Johnny Appleseed of Audiobook Narrators, Pat Fraley. Pat shares his formula for getting audiobook narration work and focuses in on four elements that will get you there including Skills, Personal Style, The Demo and Marketing. Links from today’s show: […]
Are you ready for the new year? Bobbin Beam shares ideas for making plans and preparations that will jump start your new year in a big way while everyone else is spending the last two weeks of the year relaxing. Learn tips for communicating with current and past clients, relationship building, saving time, creating value […]
Marc Cashman reveals three things that underlay all convincing voice acting: sincerity, smile and physicality. Learn more about how being sincere (truly!), smiling and movement can work together to create an amazing voice over performance. Links from today’s show: Cashman CommercialsThe Cashman Cache of Voice-Acting TechniquesAsk The Voice Cat BlogMarc Cashman Voices.com Website Your Instructor […]
Ever wondered what kind of a role improv plays in voice acting? Being able to think on your feet will be required of you often, especially when working in animation voice over. Marc Graue shares ways you can experiment with your voice and visualize exactly where you are going to help you book a role. […]
Your demo is your primary promotional tool and is included in your submission for work to an audio publisher. Pat Fraley and Hillary Huber’s experience and relationships with audio publishers have led them to suggest that the performer produce their demo as directed in this podcast. Links from today’s show: Pat FraleyPat Fraley Free LessonsHillary […]
Ever heard of “Vocal shape-shifting”? Pat Fraley shares some tips on how to bring the uniqueness of you out in a variety of reads including storytelling methods for commercials, narration, and audiobooks. Links from today’s show: Pat FraleyPat Fraley Free Lessons Pat teaches across the US. As he mentioned, a masters class was held in […]
Voice over instructor and performer Marc Cashman identifies “12 Voice Over Skill Sets” that will help you to refine your current skills and develop new ones. From clarity to consistency to cold reading and more, you’ll find new ways that you can leverage your talent and make it shine brightly for all to hear. Listen […]
Need some help marketing your talent? Dave DeAndrea invites you to consider your voice work as a product. Similar to how a grocery store is stocked with food items, you could be stocking your shelves with voice over products such as commercials, telephone messaging and more. Once you’ve figured out what your products are, Dave […]
