HOW TO MAKE A FORTUNE IN HIDDEN VOICE OVERS By Susan Berkley Did you know that there is an entire world of “hidden” voice overs that are never broadcast on television or radio? They are used in corporate audio-video, internet and e-learning platforms; for all types of instruction and training; for sales programs; for phone…
Maybe you’ve heard the sound when you played back your voice over recordings… sharp, slurpy, distracting—S’s that sound like SH. A hissing S or sibilance is a common problem that plagues many voice actors. But if you’re sibilant there’s no reason to hang your head in shame and avoid the microphone. There are things…
These days most of your voice over jobs will be recorded from your home studio, but every once in awhile a client will ask you to record in a professional studio outside your home. There, you’ll work with a recording engineer who will direct you with possible input from a director and the client. Will you be ready?…
Would you like to narrate Audio Books? This month I answer subscriber Nick Curtiss’ question about how to become a literary voice. Nick asks: “I’ve enjoyed your Inside Voice Over newsletters. How do audio publishers select books? Do they use ‘in-house’ talent or audition or otherwise select individually for each book? How might I get…
Busy? Me too. Yet if you’re like me, you want it all and you’re always thinking ahead, looking for ways to make your life more enjoyable and productive. Problem is, where do you find the time to work on your new voice over career? In this week’s Inside Voice Over, I’ve got some great advice.It’s…