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
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Timeline on the Birth and Growth of Podcasting
For a medium that is still a teenager, podcasting seems to have appeared out of nowhere and has grown like Jack’s mythical beanstalk. Audio is genius in its ability to convey intimacy, emotion and story. The rewards of the current Golden Age of Podcasting are now being reaped. This … [Read more...] about Timeline on the Birth and Growth of Podcasting
Behind the Scenes Soda Stream Video Commercial: Scarlett and Me
Is it rare to realize you’ve got a cool behind-the-scenes fact in common with a superstar like Scarlett Johannson? It is for me. And it’s also pretty freaking fun. In 2014 around Super Bowl Time, Scarlett did her famous and somewhat controversial ad for Soda Stream, the counter top … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes Soda Stream Video Commercial: Scarlett and Me
Spotlight on a Retail Video Ad: My Voice Over Life
Ask anyone who knows me in my voice over life. I love video ads. In fact, if I had to choose only one form of voice work to do for the rest of my life, it would be commercial voice overs. The kind that sells things to the everyday Jane & Joe. Like this 15 second gem for … [Read more...] about Spotlight on a Retail Video Ad: My Voice Over Life
The Private Diary of a Successful TV Voice Over
Once in a while a commercial comes along that gets under your skin. The FGCU Effect produced by Mark Myers or TradeMarky Productions was one such an ad. The footage is gorgeous. Artfully juxtaposed scenes of life as a student at the Florida Gulf Coast University: rallies, outdoor … [Read more...] about The Private Diary of a Successful TV Voice Over
How to Bring Life to a Commercial Voice Over Script
You receive a voice over script for a new commercial for toothpaste, insurance, or maybe it’s shoes. You’re want to deliver the perfect sound to match the product, but there are no tags or directions to guide your delivery. How do you get started? Even the most seasoned voice actors need to do a … [Read more...] about How to Bring Life to a Commercial Voice Over Script