Entertainment > Film Making & Production The money to be made from voice-overs

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A term that gets bandied about in our industry among voiceover artists, producers, casting directors, etc. is "money voice". But, what IS the "money voice"?Easily defined, it is that voice that clients seem to respond to best. It isyour voice, style, delivery, interpretation that sells the client's wares. It is that voice tha... More..

Entertainment > Film Making & Production Taking the leap from disc jockey to voice-over

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Or, can they? The answer is quite simple. Of course they can. I did. And, I'm also still working in radio and have been for 30 years. However, there are some caveats to consider.If you've been working in radio for, say, more than 2 years you've been trained to deliver your voice in a very narrow range of both style and interp... More..

Entertainment > Film Making & Production The benefits of international conferences for voice-over artists

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The first ever international conference for voiceover artists ended recently. It was an information-packed event spanning 4 days and took place in Las Vegas. Among the guest speakers were Pat Fraley, Bob Bergen and a surprise appearance by Don LaFontaine. Topics discussed ranged from demos to marketing and everything in betwe... More..

Entertainment > Entertainment (Other) Working in radio as a voice-over artist

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Although I'm a voiceover artist, I remain in radio. Not because of the great pay, recognition, fame and fortune, but for the same reason I entered the business 31 years ago I happen to love what I do.While radio was my full-time career for all but the last of those 31 years, I now do weekends only. The pay stinks, there are n... More..

Entertainment > Film Making & Production Taking critique as a voice-over artist

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In almost no other profession are open criticisms solicited, let alone appreciated. However, if you are a performing artist of any kind you expect criticism. In fact, nearly constant criticism, albeit constructive, is the norm. If you respect and admire those from whom you solicit critique, you won't need a thick skin just a ... More..

Entertainment > Film Making & Production Independent voice-over and the benefits of technology

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It's already difficult enough just to learn the business of the voiceover industry, let alone attempting to keep up with the ever-evolving technological aspects. But, I assure you, it's a must for those of us making a living with our voices.Hardware is in a perpetual state of flux with companies competing with each other. Whi... More..

Entertainment > Entertainment (Other) Getting started in voice-overs

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Many who enter the field of voiceover do so because they believe it to be a snap! Get the script, sit down... and read it.Not so fast! Even the most talented, experienced and professional voiceover talent goes through a process with each script, albeit, that process varies depending upon one's approach, style and (yes) indios... More..

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2. The benefits of international conferences for voice-over artists
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4. Taking critique as a voice-over artist
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