Four Things You Didn’t Know About SAG-AFTRA And Audiobooks If you’re a member of SAG-AFTRA (heretofore referred to as “the Union”), then you might be a bit baffled at some of the loopy rules and general confusion surrounding audiobooks and …
When you’re starting out as a new narrator, you need to build an audiobook portfolio of titles to show any prospective publishers or authors how much experience you have. The best way to do that is to do ANY titles …
In the typical professional world of audiobooks, most voice talents get paid per finished hour with no royalties. This is the way the industry has been run and continues to be run. In-demand audiobook narrators can make a perfectly …
First of all, what exactly is a hybrid audiobook deal? Hybrid deal (noun): An unsanctioned contract whereby the author or rights holder of a book pays the narrator a per finished hour amount in addition to royalty-share to cover the …
Everything you thought you knew about networking at audiobook events is wrong and is easier than you think. The audiobook community is a vibrant one. It’s a tight-knit group, but is always welcoming of those who are serious about the …
Each month, we like to put the spotlight on one of our program graduates. This month, we were able to catch up voice-over talent, Dean Rasmussen. Dean did the Guru Success voice-over program with Bill Brooks. Dean just got his …
“What are the different jobs that a voice-over actor can do?” It’s a great question. In fact, it turns out that it’s the most common question that people search for when beginning their voice-over career. The answers might surprise you and …