So, it helps to have talent. Obvi, as my kid would say. (Insert age appropriate eye roll here) And a few technical things too, like training, practice and timing. But more than that, the secret sauce in how to make spectacular commercial voiceovers is a recipe of love, understanding and respect. Let … [Read more...] about How to Make Spectacular Commercial Voice Overs
Voiceover Styles
Health eLearning VoiceOver: Medical Background Required?
It takes a finessed approach to narrate to and essentially teach health care professionals. As a voice over actor with over twenty years of experience in medical eLearning-voice-over I’ve worked on projects targeted to the general public and medical professionals alike. Although I have no … [Read more...] about Health eLearning VoiceOver: Medical Background Required?
How to Rock eLearning Voice Over Work
As an experienced voice over actor, I’ve lent my talent to thousands of narrations. A particular passion of mine lies in informing and educating students of all ages on a variety of subjects, so I am especially proud of my eLearning voice over work. eLearning is not simply about regurgitating … [Read more...] about How to Rock eLearning Voice Over Work
Nailing Funny Commercial Scripts for Non-Comedians
Advertising companies know if you want to reel in a buyer, use a joke for your bait. ‘Cause, let’s face it—commercials aren’t really what audiences tune in to see or hear. That’s why the best advertising is concise, clever and tend toward the comical. Is it any wonder that 30-second Super Bowl … [Read more...] about Nailing Funny Commercial Scripts for Non-Comedians
Inside Scoop: What Ad People Want in a Retail Voiceover
Voice actors dream of scoring the elusive national TV voiceover ad…all markets, double scale, with buyout. While that may be the Powerball of VO, give me a solid faithful weekly retail client any day and I’ll be a happy voice over actor. In fact, my happy meter has been set fairly high … [Read more...] about Inside Scoop: What Ad People Want in a Retail Voiceover
Join the Conversational Read: 2017 and Beyond
Want to be timely? Want to be heard? Ask your male or female voice over actor to make it conversational. A recent voice industry trend report says the most sought after type of narration read now and for the foreseeable future is flawed, imperfect, and sounds a lot like your best friend. It’s … [Read more...] about Join the Conversational Read: 2017 and Beyond