Voiceover demos, by definition, are a professional demonstration of what you do best and what you want more of. Yet many well-meaning, even experienced talent fall prey to many of the following misconceptions regarding what should and shouldn’t be included...
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Here’s a question you need to honestly ask yourself: How coachable are you? It’s fair to assume you’re about as coachable as you are ‘direct-able’. If you can’t be directed, it unlikely you’ll play well with others either. And acting, even voice...
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To earn a living as a working talent, there’s no question of the value and importance of expanding your professional skills beyond a single medium, such as stage or on-camera—especially today! And one of the best ways to diversify is by committing yourself...
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You may feel a little like you’ve been binge watching every season of The Crown since Queen Elizabeth II passed. Or maybe you’ve literally been binge watching The Crown and you need a change of pace. Well, if you’re all caught up, but still trying to hone...
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Conventional wisdom teaches us that mastering all manner of performance styles and offering the widest possible range of characters is how to be read as versatile. And while that’s certainly true, the fact remains that the most consistent direction you’re...
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As an actor, you’re most often asked to just be yourself. Come to think of it, this could be said of all manner of business, just maybe more so as an actor. Those casting are most interested in you being you. In fact, you’re expected to be the most dynamic,...
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Typically training for the average actor and voice-over are categorizes into one of three camps: beginner, intermediate or advanced. Problem is: nothing in this business is lumped into those categories; you’re either a professional or you’re not, right out...
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Summer is still calling. We’re still moments away from picnics, long hikes, beach bonfires, road trips and a variety of well-deserved trips and treks out and about. Now’s your chance! But first, here’s a bit of advice that should keep you in good graces of...
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I’m often asked, “What are the odds of ‘making it’ in voiceover?” The truth be told: you can have all the talent in the world, but it’ll die on the vine without drive and momentum. How and where you promote yourself matters as well. Certainly, passion and...
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There are a few key basics voice talent should know about this industry from the onset that’s either required of you or you can expect as industry standards. Hopefully, understanding them from the start will improve your ability to create, secure work and...
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