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Networking in the Voice Over Industry: Tips and Best Practices
The voice over industry, vibrant and ever-evolving, thrives on talent and versatility. However, like many other creative fields, success often hinges not just on skill but also on the connections one fosters....
Paula Alcantara
Marketing Strategies for Voice Over Artists: Making Yourself Heard
In the competitive world of voice-over work, standing out from the crowd is essential for success. Voice over artists, whether newcomers or veterans, face the challenge of distinguishing their unique voices in an industry teeming with talent. Here are effective strategies to ensure your voice does not just blend into the background but becomes a distinct signature in the ears of potential clients....
Voice Over vs. Voice Acting: Understanding the Differences
In the world of audio and video production, voice over and voice acting are critical elements that bring content to life. While they share similarities, their roles, techniques, and impacts on storytelling are distinct. This article clarifies the differences between voice over and voice acting, offering insight into each field's unique characteristics....
Voice Your Future: Closing Credits vs. Skillshare
When it comes to nurturing your creative spark, especially in the realm of voiceover artistry, the internet is awash with platforms promising to be your springboard. Today, we're zooming into two contenders that have been buzzing in the community: Closing Credits and Skillshare. One is a bespoke haven for voice talents, and the other, a vast ocean of creative learning. Let's see how they stack up!...
Find Your Voice: Closing Credits vs. Gravy for the Brain
Find Your Voice: Closing Credits vs. Gravy for the Brain...
Voice Acting Training: Closing Credits vs Edge Studio
Voice acting is a fascinating field in entertainment. It allows people to bring characters and stories to life using only their voice. From embodying heroic superheroes to giving voice to whimsical cartoon characters or serving as the captivating narrator of a gripping tale, voice acting industry presents endless avenues for creativity and expression....
Voice Acting Success: Closing Credits vs. IWBAVA
Voice acting is more than just having a good voice. It involves acting skills, versatility, and the ability to bring a script to life. If you're pondering how to become a voice actor, start by understanding your voice type and the kind of work that suits it. Whether it’s commercial, character, or narrative work, identifying your niche is key....
Choosing the Best Voice Acting Course: Closing Credits vs Strawberry Hill Studio
Choosing the Best Voice Acting Course: Closing Credits vs Strawberry Hill Studio...
How Will AI Impact Voice Acting?
Is AI coming to take our jobs? Maybe, but it's unlikely. It's more likely that AI will make you a super voice actor. Arm yourself with the next wave to tech....
Buford Taylor
Finding and Vetting Open Casting Calls
OK. You’ve got your mic. You’ve got your sound-dampened space. You’ve got your favorite DAW up and running. So where are all these auditions you need to get your voiceover career started?...
Meredith Nudo
Networking Etiquette for Creatives
Conventions, trade shows, casting calls, portfolio reviews, workshops, classes. These are all great opportunities to make friends, meet potential employers, and get career advice! However, as much as we want you to show up and shine like the star we know you are, we still heavily recommend that you stay within some of the established guidelines regarding networking etiquette....
Voice Acting Skills You Learn from Improv
The skills you build up in improv training apply directly to your other performing arts practices as well. Voiceover is no exception! We urge aspiring and established voice actors alike to sign up for an improv class or two because the lessons you learn throw multiple tools into your toolbox....
When Do I Need a Demo Reel? And How do I Start?
A demo reel showcases your range as a voice artist in roughly one minute. Think of it as something like an auditory business card! No doubt you’ve seen voice actors on social media sharing their demo reels accompanied by lovely art and their finest performances. Listening to their offerings is as fun as it is educational, not to mention inspiring. But is a demo reel necessary?...
Journey: From Gamer to Actor Ft. Evan Michael Lee
The "Journey," continues in this brand-new series we are starting, hosted by Jamil Burger from our community that invites industry pros to share their journey with you. We welcome Evan Michael Lee as our next guest! Evan Michael Lee, is a voice actor who voiced Mark Henry on WWE Network’s adult animated series, Camp WWE while working with Seth Green, He is also the English dub voice of Nagoriyuki in Guilty Gear Strive....
Jamil Burger
Improving Your Sound Quality
The truth is, upping your audio quality involves neither intense processes nor Scrooge McDuck finances....
Voiceover Contract Red Flags
As your voiceover career progresses, you’re going to find yourself face to face with contracts. Familiarize yourself with some contract 'gotchas'....
VA to Novelist
Ever wanted to write a novel but just didn't know where to start? Join Yenni Ann as she speaks to voice actress & novelist, Michelle Marie! Michelle will be answering question regarding all things fiction... and fact, too! ...
Yenni Ann
Picking Out a Microphone for Voiceover
“What microphone should I get?” is often the first question voiceover artists ask themselves after deciding they want to pursue the art… if not the first....
Networking Tips From a Full-time Voice Actress
At its core, networking is simply about meeting people, typically for professional and social benefit....
VO Genres & Rates
To assist in better grasping what is available out there, we have compiled some basic information for each main genre and there respective sub-categories....