Is having an accent a benefit or a liability in voice over? In this issue Of Inside Voice-over I’ll be discussing two types of accents: those from other countries, and regional accents from around the United States. Plus I also have some special tips for actors who can imitate foreign accents. FOREIGN ACCENTS Non-US speakers…
There is so much conflicting, and often confusing, information about the correct way to breathe for voice over work. Should your stomach go out or in when you inhale? How much breath do you actually need, and where the heck is your diaphragm anyway? If you’ve ever taken a Pilates or a yoga class or…
Many people have problems with an overly sibilant “S” that hisses or whistles in a distracting manner. A hissing “s” can be especially troublesome for voice over artists when a sensitive microphone picks up every nuance of your speech. Sibilance that may barely be noticeable in casual conversation can become a real issue in the…
Oops! Are guilty of sending naked voice over demos? If you are, it will almost certainly cause your demo to be trashed. A naked voice over demo is a demo sent (or emailed) without a personalized cover letter, or with a brief impersonal note such as: “Here is my voice over demo. Please listen and…
One of the great things about voice over is that you’re not live and that’s great news for anyone who makes mistakes while reading copy, and that’s all of us. Yet many novices become flustered and frustrated when they miss a word or stumble. Some people get completely derailed. So if you make mistakes, relax!…