When we talk about hero videos, what exactly comes to mind? Is it a sci-fi computer-generated character meticulously narrating a stream of consciousness, a protagonist’s narrative recap boiled down to the bare essentials for a movie trailer? Or is it something a little more nuanced and overarching? … [Read more...] about Kim’s Quick Guide to Hero Video Voiceover
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All About Canadian Female Voiceover Artists
In previous posts, I've spoken about female voice actors who crush it, blogged about where you can hear the most prolific voice actors, and delved into how they contribute to the cultural zeitgeist of the modern-day. I've crisscrossed every corner of the voice-over industry and examined the layers … [Read more...] about All About Canadian Female Voiceover Artists
Trending Audio: The Future of Voiceover Advertising Trends
Trends. Influencer. Trending. Verified. Viral - these are all great examples of the words we use to describe any given flavor of the day around the web—social media, in particular. While the formatting might change, the basic idea stays the same. People want something they can relate to. Share and … [Read more...] about Trending Audio: The Future of Voiceover Advertising Trends
Kim’s All-Inclusive Guide to Commercial Voiceover
Commercial voiceover didn’t happen by accident or overnight, and it’s been a constant work in progress since the late 19th century. Words are ephemeral forms that shape the human voice, and our words provide meaning by intention and the listener's comprehension. Similarly, commercial voiceover work … [Read more...] about Kim’s All-Inclusive Guide to Commercial Voiceover
Voice Over as the New Meme
As a professional voice-over artist, I’ve spent the last couple of decades staying on top of trends and deciphering changes in the media. Whenever a new format, or meta (for lack of a better word), emerges in the voiceover industry, rolling with the changes and incorporating them into my craft has … [Read more...] about Voice Over as the New Meme
Read This Pro Advice Before Performing Your Own Narration
Whether it’s audiobooks, podcasts, internet videos, or video games, online content consumption has doubled since the COVID-19 pandemic. YouTube has seen the most significant gains, and audiobook sales have increased. You have amazing content, and you want to narrate it yourself. Well, welcome to a … [Read more...] about Read This Pro Advice Before Performing Your Own Narration