Did you know that storytelling predates writing? Humans didn’t start formal writing until around 3500 BCE (the Kish tablet being one of the earliest examples in cuneiform). Now in the modern era, humans can’t seem to write enough! Fact: In …
For any new voiceover talent who may struggle with confidence, or for those who may be somewhat apprehensive about getting started, I can relate. What helped me overcome those obstacles are two VO niches: Messages on Hold (MOH) and Interactive …
If you are tuned into the voice acting world, you know it’s changing rapidly. Well-known screen actors are discovering commercials, documentaries, and audiobooks as a new way of expressing their artistry and getting income. Likewise, advertising agencies are creating commercials …
If you’re a voice-over artist, you’ve likely been rejected. Congrats! No, seriously, rejection is a sign that you are taking risks as an artist, and that’s something to be proud of. No pain, no gain. That being said, rejection is …
Voice-over is a versatile field that offers countless opportunities. However, you don’t have to take on the industry as a whole without direction. The key lies in leveraging what you do best. Your voice is your most potent asset, and …
Dubbing. It’s something that almost every voice-over talent I speak to wants to get into. If you’ve wondered what skills you need for this very fun, challenging, and possibly lucrative area of the VO industry, this blog is for you. …
It’s always exciting when we book an amazing gig and we can’t wait to share the news with everyone. It’s tempting to want to shout our accomplishments from our Instagram accounts or share a video of our voice on TikTok, …
When you think of voice-over your first thought may be the voices overlaying commercials, maybe you think about cartoons you watched as a kid, or maybe you’re enjoying the voice on the current audiobook you’re listening to. But there’s much …
We’ve all heard the expression, “The more mud you throw at the wall, the more it will stick.” It does make sense: the more we put out there, the better our chances are for success, and the more our skills …
Ah, the age-old question: Where do you want to be in 5 years? If you’re like me, the 5-year plan seems like an ever-shifting target. You’ve got a hazy idea of where you’d like to be – but things change …
When you’re your own boss, you make the rules. When, where, and how hard you work are entirely up to you. It’s honestly wonderful! I run my life entirely on my own schedule. But some days, my schedule looks more …
Well, here we are. You’ve completed your initial course of voice-over training (for now), you’ve done your demos, and have been reaching out to potential direct clients consistently to market your services. All your hard work is starting to pay …