Are you curious about voiceovers? Do you have questions about how to get started as a narrator for commercials, cartoons, video games, audio books, Explainers, and more? Ask me! This month's AMA theme: Cash Flow! Bring your questions about rates, negotiating rates, billing, and managing your voiceover finances. I also welcome your questions about the […]
Do you have questions about the voiceover industry? Ask me Monday, September 26th at 2pm ET on YouTube Live! This month's AMA theme: Cash Flow! Bring your questions about rates, negotiating rates, billing, and managing your voiceover finances. I also welcome your questions about the business of voiceovers, marketing, and anything also you want to […]
This will be a monthly recurring event where you can come and ask George Whittam anything you want about audio production! George will give 2 hours of his time once a month, typically Tuesdays at 3PM PT. If you want him to give you correct answers, try to stay within the following topics: Voiceover Audiobooks […]
Acting for radio drama is a sector many voices want to break into, however, doing so is often easier said than done. Acting for the microphone is a nuanced skill and to give you a taste of what is needed, we have invited Andrew Mark Sewell to host a 2-hour radio drama masterclass! In this […]
Director and Casting Director Wes Gleason joins the VO Pros. Voice Director on: INJUSTICE, BACK FOR BLOOD, YABBA DABBA DINOSAURS, MORTAL KOMBAT LEGANDS: BATTLE OF THE REALMS, DC SHOWCASE: BLUE BEETLE, DC SHOWCASE: THE LOSERS, TRESE, JUSTICE SOCIETY: WORLD WAR II, MANEATER, SUPERMAN: MAN OF TOMORROW, BATMAN: SOUL OF THE DRAGON….the list goes on…and on….and […]
Well it doesn't seem that long ago since the last LVO Social get together. But as the heatwave seems to be fizzling out and the meterological Autumn has begun, we thought it only right to get another date in the diary. So for those who can make it - the next LVO Social will be […]
Ladies, this webinar is for you. This 4-hour workshop, held in two sessions, will help you decide if romance and erotica audiobook narration is right for you. Plus, you'll get valuable performance tips and tricks as you read for my featured guest speaker, Lia Langola. *Limited to 12 registrants. Sorry guys, this one is just […]
IASCon is an in-person convention designed for writers and aspiring writers to experience workshops on craft, marketing, planning, and other important topics, as well as an opportunity to network and receive peer support. We hope to make this a biannual event. The theme of the 2022 conference is: GROWING AS AN AUTHOR.
Canada's equivalent to America's trans-Atlantic accent of days gone by. The sounds of the Canadian elite. Come and practice being a 20th-century colonial toff.
In this 3 hour performance capture intensive, you will learn ways to connect to your body and voice quickly, build characters, and get a better understanding of mocap and new technology! We'll go over inertial and optical suits, movement exercises, sensory work, visualzation, breathing techniques, applied script work, and more! Students will need: Maximum of […]
Join Voice Actress, Owner/President/CEO/Executive Producer/Director, Val Kelly for a FREE networking and coffee hour on Friday, 9/2 from 11am-12pm on Zoom. During this FREE session, attendees will have the chance to talk about all things voiceover, ask questions about the upcoming MAVO2022 event and network!! Take a quick break from your day and join us!!
Take control of your vocal health and learn how to prepare, maintain and develop your authentic speaking voice so that you can communicate your message with impact every time. Uniquely designed to target the 5 key areas of voice training that will solve those all-too-common vocal issues that pop up repeatedly and stop you from […]
Bring your ghosts, goblins, witches, and vamps Make it scary, spooky, or simply a Jack (O'lantern) But whether it be kids or grownup reads The theme is Horror - no tricks, just treats October 3, 10, 17, 24 Mondays 4 - 5:30 pacific time/7 - 8:30 eastern on Zoom Open studios is 12 narrators, 2 […]
Join Dominic Cianciolo, VO Director and Writer for NetherRealm Studios (Mortal Kombat, Injustice) and Kathleen Puls Andrade for four weeks of intensive video game voiceover training. <p "="">7-10pm CST Students will receive invaluable experience as they learn to navigate the demands of a typical video game voiceover performance, session, and audition. Some VO Experience and/or […]
As the name states… time to move on to the next tier! How will we do that? Glad you asked: Attacking meatier roles and how to understand the difference and purpose for each one. Making sure that casting sees that we understand our character’s place in each project through our carefully crafted auditions. Giving them […]
What makes a great Narrator? A VO artist who knows how to navigate the script or story and deliver the messages so the audience/listener understands it clearly. It takes more than just a pretty voice; it takes artistry and acting chops to be able to break down and analyze a script with specificity and depth. […]
Come spend an hour learning about jaw anatomy, plus simple exercises you can do to release tension. We'll also do floor work exploring the tongue-jaw connection, and we'll end with relaxing breathwork.
Time to go deeper into the Commercial Trail! We’ve covered the basics with Level 1 and now it’s time to challenge ourselves even further. Scott and Krizia will go into more advanced techniques plus help guide you on how to garner and tackle those first bookings and what is expected with the business of voice […]
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Please join us for our next Creative Critters Club meeting for fun collaborative discussions on animation and perhaps passion projects you are working on. Receive feedback and insight from industry peers and collaborate on new ideas!
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Our Discord Server is always open for you to interact with others in our community, but every Friday is our Discord Hang Out! Come hangout with us starting at 7PM to video chat, stream creating art, playing games or just hang out with other creators. Artwork by Sam Welke […]
What are we, Engineers? Well, practically! These days there's a lot to remember just for auditioning. Long gone are the days when we'd go to our agents office and they would do all the work. Now it's our responsibility to record, edit, label, and send in the auditions all while being as competitive as possible. […]
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Creators Jam is back! Creators Jam is the ultimate event for those with a passion for animation. Creators from all corners are placed in randomly selected groups of 12 and are given one month to produce a fully voiced, fully composed short animatic based around a secret theme.
An ongoing small-group class and support for your dialect work! We meet weekly for accent instruction and practice, as well as group discussion. We cover 1-2 specific accents per month, in addition to a related general theme or skillset. Suitable for both advanced dialect users and newbies eager to work at a fast pace. Perfect […]
A 5-Hour VO Intensive! Join Blizzard Entertainment's Casting & Voice Director, Andrea Toyias, as she dives into what it takes to be a voice actor in the video game industry, what she looks for in talent, provides hints and tips for successful auditioning and shares her thoughts on reels, resources and character creation. Her five-hour […]
This is a 5-Session ONLINE Course where we meet for 5 sessions via ZOOM. Session 1: Review Audacity, Effects Setup, Use of Keystrokes, Understanding Noise Floor, Basic Editing, and Exporting Files Session 2: Importing Files, Dealing w/Noise Floor, Breath Removal, using Hard Limiter and Why, Labeling Tracks Session Session 3: Dealing w/Plosives, Crossfades In & […]
Join representatives from Penguin Random House Audio and working audiobook narrators for a panel discussion on the current state of LGBTQIA+ casting for audiobooks. Moderated by voice actor and author James Sie, we'll get into the nuances of breaking into this industry, mentorship opportunities for new narrators, and the highs and lows of the career. […]
The voice industry is rapidly changing alongside advances in synthetic speech technology. Voice actors and producers are seeking guidance and solutions as they navigate new landscapes of digital voice creation and usage. As the voiceover industry expands to include synthetic marketplaces, collaboration between developers & and voice talent can be paramount to help advance and […]
What We Will Cover: Get substantial on-mic time to gain the training needed for building confidence and preparedness in callbacks and producer sessions. Dive deeper into honing your special skills and strengthening your weaknesses. Work on an extensive variety of commercials and learn how to “own” the copy across a multitude of genres. Receive in-depth […]
What We Will Cover: Develop advanced performance skills for animated tv shows, films, games, and beyond Hone and develop advanced original characters for your demo reel, agents, and competitive auditions!! Hone your special skills/accents and what makes you unique on the mic to stand out and book! Develop insight knowledge on the industry trends and […]
Leah and Nic, co-hosts of the award winning VO Social podcast and creators of the globally beloved Voiceover Career Planner, are holding a masterclass in setting goals, keeping yourself accountable, and moving your career forward. Join us to work out exactly what you want, then using the techniques laid out in the planner, figure out […]
WED DROP-IN VO CLASS IS BACK AGAIN! Bring your VO auditions, work on your VO demo, or just drop-in for some fantastic coaching! Link to sign up in post. Zoom link sent upon payment. www.voice-masters.com
This Wednesday, October 12th | 6pm-8pm (Central), we’ll be connecting online via Zoom. No matter your level of experience in voiceover, stop by to work out and stir up proper VO mischief! I’ll be guiding the workout, as well as providing critiques to help you raise your game (while having some fun!) We also weave […]
NEXT EVENT: Thursday 13th october 2022 at 2PM (UK Time) If you're looking to boost your VO career in a FREE marketing session, come and join us. The workshop is for both new and experienced voiceovers and all are welcome. How to book: 1. Click on the Book Now button which will take you to […]
Talent will have Q &A with agent then perform two scripts for direction, feedback and re-directs
Keith Asack is currently the Dialogue Lead at Insomniac Games. A typical day can vary from supervising sessions, reading over sides, casting, talking to agents, working with writers, directing talent, scheduling, or listening to hundreds of auditions. Keith graduated from Berklee College of Music and began his career working with singers as a coach and […]
Helping voice actors start and grow their voice over businesses through tools and techniques that work for today's ever-changing market. We are super excited to announce the first-ever "A VO's Journey Voice Over Conference". This event will be held virtually and will be designed around that purpose. We are dedicated to making things more affordable. […]
Casting Director Melissa Grillo (Final Fantasy, Cookie Run Kingdom) offers auditioning techniques and personalized advice to students looking for tips on how to energize their reads and make their auditions even more competitive!
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! The Creators Society Story Group selects a few of the attendees to share their ideas and to get feedback to improve their writing and storytelling skills together. We welcome people of all skill levels to check out the group and grow as storytellers.
With decades of experience in every genre of voice-over, Katie Leigh, is a multi-faceted voice-over veteran. She is Connie Kendall in the world’s longest running international radio drama, Adventures in Odyssey. Other roles she’s played include Baby Rowlf in the Emmy Award-Winning Jim Henson’s Muppet Babies cartoon series, Honker Muddlefoot in Darkwing Duck, Sheila the […]
Sarah has been the voice of Ash Ketchum and 30 other characters on Pokémon since 2006! She has made several videos about voice acting and dubbing with Vanity Fair, spoken at UC Berkeley and many comic cons, and won a Voice Arts Award in 2019. Sarah believes in taking chances, so be prepared to make […]
The pandemic changed the way a lot voice actors work, and Source Connect (already an industry standard) remains a big part of that. But many people are still confused by it. I will fix that!
Every voice actor needs a website, right? But WHY do you need one? HOW should you build one? In this workshop 'Voiceover Website Basics', we'll discuss what every voice actor needs to have on their website and cover every aspect of a voice actor website's features from SEO tactics to demo formatting and everything in between.
90 minute LIVE ZOOM with Guy Michaels WHEN: Tuesday 18th October 2pm UK time WHAT: Save time, money and frustration with this essential guide to setting up a home studio for voiceover work. Helping you to make the right choices when setting up a Home Studio for Voiceover You can access this 90-minute LIVE ZOOM […]
This is a Live Web-Based Workshop and Q&A Ever been told you have a great voice? From audio books and cartoons to documentaries, commercials, and more, this class will introduce you to the growing field of voice over. Today, the range of voices hired has grown dramatically from the days of announcers. Learn what the […]
From 19 - 23 October 2022, Frankfurter Buchmesse will once again open its doors. Exhibitors can register now. Present your brand to the international publishing industry and culture enthusiasts from all over the world. Together, we can create new perspectives for the future of our industry.
Kevin and Natalie have cast a huge amount of Pixar films between them, including: Toy Story Cars Up Finding Nemo Inside Out The Incredibles Monsters University WALL-E And many, many more. This is your opportunity to find out what animation movie casting directors are really looking for AND ask them all those burning questions about […]
Finding New Characters through Vocal Placement! Gain a competitive advantage! Learn how to create and sustain characters using vocal placement that will work for any genre! This October, you'll have access to two amazing industry professionals for a special, never before offered, THREE-HOUR workshop! You'll learn the mechanics of vocal placement with Armi, and practice […]
Let's get the voiceover / audiobook industry back together! I have missed seeing my friends & colleagues in person as much as you all have. Join me in NYC for a Spooktacular October meetup for voiceover / audiobook professionals. These gatherings are intended to be a fun, informal way for us all to get to […]
**All proceeds benefit Tim Tippets Emergency GoFundMe** Jamie Muffett and Carin Gilfry have worked with some of the biggest brands in the world on huge national and international campaigns. Brands like: Lego, Disney, CVS, FedEx, Ring, Estee Lauder, Audi, Volkswagen, Apple, Microsoft, Firefox, Amazon, and many, many more. Join these two commercial pros […]
So you wanna be a voice actor? Join actors Ben Giroux and Daniel MK Cohen, stars of Nickelodeon’s “Big Nate” animated series, in this virtual voice-over seminar and animation intensive on October 22, 2022 from 10am PT to 1pm PT. Learn how to break into voice-over, generate opportunities, create characters, and more.
Join Blizzard Entertainment's Casting & Voice Director, Andrea Toyias, as she dives into what it takes to be a voice actor in the video game industry, what she looks for in talent, provides hints and tips for successful auditioning and shares her thoughts on reels, resources and character creation. Her five-hour workshop will be a […]
Being in the presence of an industry professional does not guarantee employment, as the clinics are for educational purposes only. "From Booth to Code: The Building Blocks of Game VO" Saturday, October 22nd, 2022 - 11am-1pm on Zoom About this ConVO: As voice actors we often spend a great deal of time auditioning for roles […]
How do I get voice over work? WHERE ARE the voice over jobs? I've been able to book a few things, but how do I make my voice over career sustainable? If you've been asking these questions, this event is for you! The Voice Box Business of the Business seminar is an engaging 3-hour […]
How do you analyze a voiceover script? How do you use that analysis to help you book more work? Join Anna Garduno and Voice Actors of NYC for a class all about how to do just that! **This class is 100% donation-based. Suggested donation is $35, but pay what you are able. We will […]
The Audiobook Workshop! The place to learn, up your audiobook game, and to make new friends in a bucolic New England setting. Oct. 24-27, 2022 USE THIS LINK TO BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS ROOM: https://bit.ly/39uf9XS
Do you struggle to write an introductory marketing email? Are you writing and sending emails but not getting responses? During the Introductory Email Workshop you’ll learn how to write emails that will convert! This two hour workshop will be limited to 10 people. We’ll start by covering the basics of the introductory email. Once you understand […]
This Art of Voice Acting webinar will primarily focus on voiceover performance using James Alburger's process and techniques for wood shedding a script and getting listener attention quickly. Other performing techniques will be discussed during individual coaching throughout the webinar. There will be ample time for questions throughout and at the end of the webinar. You'll […]
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Join us for a fun Halloween Edition of our monthly social. We encourage everyone to dress up in their Halloween customs. Dressing up is optional, but we hope many of you will join in the fun. Our Los Angeles In-Person Animation Socials are a great way to build professional […]
FOR APA MEMBERS ONLY! Take a break from work with APA-member friends - join us for a fun (though virtual) meet-and-greet! Wednesday, October 26, noon-1:00 ET!
Julie Wilson and Molly Lo Re from Penguin Random House Audio will lead a behind-the-scenes workshop in how audiobook producers evaluate talent and cast their recordings. Before the workshop, Actors will create profiles on AhabTalent.com and send in auditions for mock recordings. We’ll discuss these auditions as a group and vote on whom to “hire.” […]
Julie Wilson and Molly Lo Re from Penguin Random House Audio will lead a behind-the-scenes workshop in how audiobook producers evaluate talent and cast their recordings. Before the workshop, Actors will create profiles on AhabTalent.com and send in auditions for mock recordings. We’ll discuss these auditions as a group and vote on whom to “hire.” […]
What We Will Cover: Develop advanced performance skills for animated tv shows, films, games, and beyond. Learn how to use idiosyncratic behaviors and accents to take your characters to ANOTHER LEVEL! Become a pro at callback sessions and what to expect in the room. Sit on the other side of the virtual booth as a […]
WebinarStarts Oct 28 at 10:00 AM PDT In this one-hour workinar we’ll cover: *Setting your rates and using Instant Quote Simulator *Secure Pay - what to look out for *Accepting, Negotiating, or Declining the jobs *Communicating with the Clients *The benefits of “Bookings” *The pitfalls of “Bookings” *LIVE Participant Q&A
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Our Discord Server is always open for you to interact with others in our community, but every Friday is our Discord Hang Out! Come hangout with us starting at 7PM to video chat, stream creating art, playing games or just hang out with other creators. Artwork by Sam Welke […]
The Boston Book Festival is partnering with Savor the Square and the Boston Public Library to bring you the Greater Roxbury Book Fair and Writers Fest, in and around Nubian Square on August 19 and 20, 2022.
You don't have to live in L.A. to get great V-O instruction. Learn in the privacy of your own home or home studio from award-winning voice talent, Radio & TV commercial producer, casting director, renowned V-O instructor and best-selling author, Marc Cashman. With many in-studio classes still closed for now, participating in online classes and coaching is the […]
Our Spring Audition Intensive focused on how to apply the foundations of voice over to the audition. Our Fall Intensive will focus on applying these skills on the job. Plus, we'll explore how to create a collaborative relationship with the director in real time, how to keep from burning out in a long session, and […]
Save the date for my upcoming "dialeCTOBER Webinar"! Throughout October, I'll be sharing an introductory tip on a different dialect every day leading up to October 30th. All that's needed to join me for the webinar is: • 1) Like at least one of these " dialeCTOBER" posts TOYS FOR TOTS • 2) Share one […]
FOR GRAVY FOR THE BRAIN MEMBERS ONLY! Join Toby Ricketts for a mega 3 part workshop covering 9 hours of total time to help you become a master of Adobe Audition. Start: 9pm BST / 5pm EDT / 2pm PDT / 8am AEST Members: $130.00 Non-Members: $160.00 Join Audio Engineering whizz and Adobe Audition expert […]
When you’re ready to get traversing - let Scott Holst be your guide. Demos are not a ‘one size fits all’ deal. They need to be competitive and unique to garner the attention of prospective agents and clients. He’ll walk you through the necessary steps to prepare you for recording day in this four-week course. […]
For those who want to dive deeper and go further, Richard is doing a once a month 5 Step Refresh Zoom webinar/course only available to Former Students. Richard will do a refresher on each Step and then work with the first five Voice Artists who submit stories, followed by a Q&A. There's no cap to who can join the […]
Would you like to attend a smaller event that offers a friend and family setting where you can get to know everyone alike? The Indie Romance Convention (IRC) provides that exact setting. IRC not only offers one of the most friendly event settings you’ll find in the USA, but we are also one of the […]
Want to build a career voicing video games and anime? Whether you’re unsure where to start or are already a pro who wants to level up, look no further than Ask the Sensei with special guest Brent Mukai! Brent is an award-winning V.O. artist whose anime and video game credits include the Funimation anime "Full […]
In this workshop, Marc Cashman joins up with Julie Williams to teach you how to maximize your performances in commercial copy. What does that mean? There are myriad decisions you need to make when auditioning for commercials: directing yourself, interpreting the copy and copywriter's directions, what copy points to emphasize, how to sound conversational with totally […]
Learn how audiobooks are distributed: Either via Audible or going "wide'. My guest is Rebecca H. Lee. She has worked as a narrator and producer since 2014. She also teaches audiobook production as part of the North Seattle Continuing Education department. Being a "big picture person", she made it her goal to learn as much […]
Got a little Southern twang or Brooklyn in your voice? Do you want to break into gaming and haven’t developed a Mid-Atlantic accent? Whether it is shaving off a bit of an accent or finding one to add to your toolbox this class will be crucial to building your VO career. We have seats still […]
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Please join us for our next Creative Critters Club meeting for fun collaborative discussions on animation and perhaps passion projects you are working on. Receive feedback and insight from industry peers and collaborate on new ideas!
GET YOUR GAME ON is an in-person VO conference #GYGOLA22 is focused on promoting great voice acting in video games and it is the ONLY video game conference that is dedicated to this part of the industry! Hosted by The VoiceOver Network, GET YOUR GAME ON Los Angeles 2022 will take place on Friday 4th […]
We are back!!! Let’s show Marshall football what Rebels is all about! Huntington is a quaint small town. If you have never been to RARAE in Huntington, if you are staying downtown you can walk everywhere! Food galore! Rooster & MU Cafe are 2 of the most popular but let's not forget Peace, Love & […]
What is #GYGOLA22? GET YOUR GAME ON is an in-person VO conference #GYGOLA22 is focused on promoting great voice acting in video games and it is the ONLY video game conference that is dedicated to this part of the industry! Hosted by The VoiceOver Network, GET YOUR GAME ON Los Angeles 2022 will take place […]
STARTS SATURDAY 5TH & SUNDAY 6TH NOVEMBER (email to arrange instalments) BOOK HERE A 6-week course, 2 hours a week, with top guest coaches focussing exclusively on Performance Capture. The coaches on this specialty course are top industry professionals. Acting training or experience required to take this course. Confirmed coaches so far: - JAMIE BAFUS Senior Manager of Casting […]
A 6-week course with top guest coaches focusing on different areas of the voice acting industry each week. Confirmed coaches so far: - ASHLEY NGUYEN DEWITT (CASTING DIRECTOR) Casting and Voice Director, Ashley Nguyen DeWitt, joins us for the first time to coach Animation. Ashley has worked for Warner Bros, Cartoon Network, Disney and Nickelodeon. Her […]
Hey LA friends! I'll be in town (coming from Toronto) and would love to meet some new and familiar VO industry people Everyone from the industry is welcome. Hope you can make it out.
The (Virtual) Voiceover Clinic Workout Group
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The (Virtual) Voiceover Clinic Workout Group
December 16 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm PST
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