Say "animation" and most people think of series like The Simpsons or Family Guy. Both are definitely hilarious animated TV shows (and contain equally fun voice over characters). But the kind of animations that lengthen website visitor time and unlock your social media super powers are bite sized, … [Read more...] about Unlock Social Media Super Powers with Voice Over Animation
Voice Over, An Insider Take on the Exploding iGaming Industry
Aside from buying the odd lottery ticket ('cause a gal can dream!), I wouldn’t say I’m much of a gambler. But that doesn’t mean I can’t be part of the ever-growing iGaming industry. I work as a voice-over talent for many clients in the online gambling industry. This photo is actually of me backstage … [Read more...] about Voice Over, An Insider Take on the Exploding iGaming Industry
Determining Rates: A Formula for a Simple Voice Over Pricing Guide
If a potential client asks “What do you charge”, do you feel put on the spot to come up with an answer right away? Do you have that answer, or are you fumbling for words in a mad dash to not lose out on a gig? While some customers usually have a predetermined budget and rate in mind, others might … [Read more...] about Determining Rates: A Formula for a Simple Voice Over Pricing Guide
How to Shoot Your Voiceover Career in the Foot – VO’s Worst Practices
If you ever get a chance to help out in any casting project, take it. Whether you sign up as a reader for a day, get an summer internship at a casting house or even volunteer to answer phones, being on the other side of the proverbial casting couch gives you an unparalleled vantage point and insight … [Read more...] about How to Shoot Your Voiceover Career in the Foot – VO’s Worst Practices
My Voice Over Life: Notes from the Scene of a Shoot
I choose not to do a lot of on camera work. At least that’s what I tell myself. (And my agent.) Being a woman of a certain age (and waist size) the opportunities are slim. (see what I did there?) But today I happen to be on set as a principal actor shooting a lottery commercial (Lotto Max for Sid … [Read more...] about My Voice Over Life: Notes from the Scene of a Shoot
3 Ways Storytelling is King in Voiceover for Ads and Business
So...what’s your story? Or rather what is your relationship with story? Chances are it’s tight. We humans love story. We swim in it, soak in it, eat it up daily. Hourly, even. But have you stopped to consider your relationship with story as a voiceover artist? Levar Burton, (Reading Rainbow … [Read more...] about 3 Ways Storytelling is King in Voiceover for Ads and Business