Over the past few months, I have put together what I believe to be a great opportunity to explore, learn, grow and succeed in Voice Over for Automotive. Directed reading, script & character analysis, insider info, tech news, guest hosts and more. All AUTOMOTIVE! Twice a month. More info coming soon!
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation Don LaFontaine (DLF) Voiceover Lab in Los Angeles, is a state-of-the-art recording facility that brings together the professionalism and quality of a commercial recording studio and the innovation and educational focus of a classroom environment. At the DLF Voiceover Lab, SAG-AFTRA members can record voice tracks on demo reels, learn how to use the latest audio recording software, […]
Here's a pre For the Hell of It Heads Up for those coming to NYC for APAC in May: May 26: Johnny Heller Splendiferous Workshop May 26 PM: APA Mixer - somewhere! May 27: APAC MAY 27: THE NOT-NAUDIES at Connollys on 45th 7pm--? MAY 28: Tom Dheere/Amanda Rose Smith TD VO DEE (tech & […]
Excerpt from my book "The Voice Over Industry -Why Most Never Make It and How You Can Increase Your Odds" coming February 2020 #voiceover #voiceoverbusiness #voiceovercoach #voiceovermarketing #voiceoverindustry #grindanddontquit The P2P and freelance gig economy that we are in has made it more difficult for people to build this business. I for one think that […]
Happy Thanksgiving, my fellow actors and artists 💕 Is mercury still in retrograde? Oof. Sorry about the snafu yesterday with the link in this email. I had to resend because I'm so grateful for you and your creative passion. Thank you for being a part of my tribe and allowing me to be a […]
Just a reminder that if you're worried about missing Facebook posts for our classes and events, you can foil s on Eventbrite and receive email notificati ns when a new rfts or event is posted! This past Teach-A-Thon sold out al 50 tickets in 2 hours. Our classes often reach cap forethe event, so this […]
Occasionally, Collectivites ask me about training for trailer narration. Among the big managers, there is one person known for not just being one of the legends of trailer production, but also a coach for many of the big trailer talents. His name is Richard Redfield, and I’ve had the pleasure of being his student and […]
Los Angeles Office Closed for the Holidays The SAG-AFTRA offices will close Tuesday, Dec. 24 and remain closed through Wednesday, Jan. 1 in observance of the winter holidays. We will reopen on Thursday, Jan. 2.
Do you subscribe to online casting services? If so, how do you react to the audition notices flooding your INBOX? With a shrug ... or a jump to the mic? Bob Souer does neither. A successful voice actor and producer for more than two decades (and a really nice guy), Bob puts such notices to […]
Getting Out Of Your Head: How 'not' to Voice Act starts November 12! This acting class is for voice acting professionals and aspiring voice actors who struggle with nervousness in front of the mic and with being too much “in your head”. This 4-session course will focus on exercises and techniques designed to help you […]
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Make Conquering Your Money Blocks Part of Your Business Plan! December is National "Write a Business Plan" Month. When making a business road map, it's useful to first examine if you have any Money Blocks. You might not even be aware – but Money Blocks could be killing your business! All too often subconscious negative […]
This is the one NOT TO BE MISSED! Marc Scott will be driving his smoker 7 hours to provide the #brisket2020 aspect, on top of it being the 15th annual VO-BBQ. Featuring non-stop live music, followed by our indoor Broadway Show Tunes sing-a-long (with Joanna Barouch on keyboard and lyric prompting). WOW! To attend RSVP […]
We will cover the aspects of animation through monologue, dialogue, improvisation, group performance and rigorous workout towards the following goals: To learn VO acting applied to characters and animation! When presented animation characters and/or copy anywhere, anytime, you will know what to do with it and how to make it your own. Develop characters via The […]
This level of study is formatted for non-actors only with an emphasis on the following goals: To learn the Kalmenson Method - a simple, yet powerful focus tool for voice over copy that allows the actor to see themselves in any given script and to find your own "truth" in voice over. To learn what […]
This level of study is geared for professional actors only, with established on-camera or theatrical careers, to add voice over to your earnings mix, with an emphasis on the following goals: To learn the Kalmenson Method - a simple, yet powerful focus tool for voice over copy that allows the actor to see themselves in […]
Prerequisite: Completion of both Foundations: Level 1 & Level 2 -OR- Voice Over for Actors: Level 1 & Level 2 -OR- Working Pro 1 This class provides the actor with a rigorous workout in which to apply the previously covered The Kalmenson Method and principles towards the following goals: To solidly define your most appropriate voice-over signature for this point in your process. To create your "personal […]
The Abaton Calendar is a resource created for and by voice talent, to help create meaningful connections and forge and maintain professional and personal relationships. (And hopefully, have a hell of a lot of fun in the process).