voice over basics

Keeping It Conversational

2009-09-16T16:44:34-06:00

As a voice over artist, people are always asking me, what is the key to a “great” audition instead of just a “good” one?  The truth is, it’s all about “casual familiarity,” the art of talking to people as if you’ve known them your entire life. You have to do this on the microphone every time [...]

Keeping It Conversational2009-09-16T16:44:34-06:00

Are You Teachable?

2009-09-15T07:32:45-06:00

The key to finding voice over jobs lies in how well you market yourself!  The key to landing voice over jobs is your level of preparation and execution.  The key to preparation and execution lies in teachability.   Outstanding actors and actresses are outstanding because they listen to the director!  Even coaches get coaching.  I do! [...]

Are You Teachable?2009-09-15T07:32:45-06:00

If The Mic Isn’t Rockin’, Start Walkin’

2009-09-07T09:10:19-06:00

When the mic is rockin’, don’t bother knockin’!  Okay, so what do you do if it’s just not rockin’ and you’re having a tough time getting it to come out right?  Instead of getting frustrated and stressed out, take a break and come back to it. That’s right!  Go for a walk, turn up some music, [...]

If The Mic Isn’t Rockin’, Start Walkin’2009-09-07T09:10:19-06:00

Both Sides Of The Glass

2009-08-31T14:49:14-06:00

Today's guest blogger is Kara Edwards. Kara is a talented and successful voice actor who resides in Florida. We've all heard the phrase 'working from both sides of the glass'. For anyone not familiar with that phrase it describes (in relation to voice over) a person who works as a talent and an audio producer (the [...]

Both Sides Of The Glass2009-08-31T14:49:14-06:00

Can You Deal With The Stress?

2009-08-23T10:03:05-06:00

Starting a business is one of the most stressful things you can do. It will affect you mentally, physically and emotionally. You need to be strong to deal with this kind of stress, and you need to have someone to turn to for support. Are You a Survivor? There are some people who always seem to [...]

Can You Deal With The Stress?2009-08-23T10:03:05-06:00

The Different Types Of Voice Over Work

2009-08-07T16:48:20-06:00

Here are some of the different types of opportunities available to voice talent today. Commercial: Contrary to popular belief this form of voice over is mostly for voice actors as it generally requires playing a role of a character. Playing a character does not always mean a funny voice it more often than not means playing [...]

The Different Types Of Voice Over Work2009-08-07T16:48:20-06:00

Having the Right Business Mindset

2009-08-03T21:33:28-06:00

When building the right business infrastructure, you must think strategically or have the right business mindset. Every business decision you make today affects your voice over business today, tomorrow, and in the future - so become a good strategist. A good strategist looks at all facets of their voice over business today in context of where [...]

Having the Right Business Mindset2009-08-03T21:33:28-06:00

Practicing To Become Excellent

2009-08-03T21:14:13-06:00

Whether you're a professional voice actor, or someone who is just breaking in to this wacky business, it's important to develop and maintain your performing skills. You've no doubt heard stories about concert pianists who practice 8 hours a day - every day - in order to stay in top form. As voice-over artists, we need [...]

Practicing To Become Excellent2009-08-03T21:14:13-06:00

So, What’s Your Job?

2009-08-03T09:25:22-06:00

Here's a great perspective on what we do by guest blogger, Kara Edwards! Last week, following my photography class, I was invited to join my instructor and a few fellow photographers for lunch. At one point during the meal, conversation turned to business, and the different aspects of marketing, networking, etc. We all agreed that one [...]

So, What’s Your Job?2009-08-03T09:25:22-06:00
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