Pixelatl Festival has become the main meeting point between Latin American creators and the global industries of animation, comics and video games. It brings together creators, executives, and fans from all areas of audiovisual work for five days, to promote the exchange of knowledge and experiences, promote emerging projects, build an international collaboration network, develop […]
VO Pam Wood will be hosting a free workshop via Zoom to walk you through how Email Marketing can help you attract new clients for your VO Business. If you are a total newcomer to email marketing for your biz I invite you to join the class (approx 1 hour). Please register here in advance […]
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 pros look for, how to prepare, and where […]
2-Month Commitment - $200/month* Tuesdays 7-9pm EST Instructor: Sally Neal Each week, you’ll go through a variety of scripts, receive coaching & feedback from a voiceover agent with 30+ years of experience. Whether you’re just beginning your voiceover journey or you’re experienced and need a tune-up, this is a great class for you! It’s limited […]
What You’ll Learn: Deep dive into how to find your true voice. Discover the different characters that are already within you and how to apply them to your conversational read. Learn tips and techniques to unlock a script’s real message and how to connect to it. Learn about the “burden of the words”. What it […]
In addition to every other benefit, as a Voiceover Kickstart member, you can access Guy's regular Home Studio sessions. This Wednesday at 10:00 UK time (BST) he'll be covering the essentials from acoustics to choice of equipment and the pitfalls of recording audio from home. There's always plenty of time to answer your questions in […]
FOR CLUBHOUSE MEMBERS ONLY! Using your voice to communicate isn't as easy as it sounds. Neither is being a voice actor. Do you have any techniques to more effectively get your point across? Do you have questions about performance, marketing, and anything else voice over related? We're here to help! Join us for an informal […]
You will work closely with Commercial Director, Katie Zeiner and Owner/ Audio Engineer, Mike DeLay to cover a variety of topics to get you going in the world of voice over. • Get comfortable reading and taking direction • Small class size • Cover home recording basics and how to record your auditions like a […]
Expand your repertoire by classifying different narration styles. Determine ways to adjust the read to specific audiences, raise your status, remain truthful, and breathe life through to the end of the script.
This is a great opportunity to meet writers, directors, producers, and advertising professionals who hire voice talent. Hear their perspectives on the industry, read copy, and receive direction. There’s a different guest each time. There are 15 performer spaces for students who want to read for our guest and receive feedback, and 15 additional 'auditor' […]
"Ever wanted to be on radio? If you have a voice, then you are already half-way there! Let us help the rest of the way!" You can join us for our Free Online Voice-Over Workshop this...WEDNESDAY@ 8pm!!! Sign-up HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZYpd-GvrDMtEteIIek... Catch this session on Facebook LIVE every Wednesday night as well...so you can share in […]
If you’re like most businesses, you’re fed up with spending money on marketing that doesn’t work. If you knew what to do differently, you would—but you don’t, and so you feel stuck. Meanwhile, your sales are lagging. Your bottom line isn’t budging. And worst of all, you feel discouraged. Here’s the good news: It doesn’t […]
You're more than just a voice actor. You are a business! And you should run your career accordingly. Maria Pendolino and Carin Gilfry are both hard-working, nationally recognized, busy voice actors and business women. Learn their strategies to make the most of their businesses, and how you can help yours. Learn Stragegies to maximize: -Getting […]
The commercial world in VO is ever evolving. Especially after 2020. Now… more than ever ;) it’s important to work with coaches who are current and are in the trenches and know what’s happening in the land of auditioning —or let’s be honest— in any area of interest you are pursuing. Commercial VO is no […]
FOR CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Join us for the Creators Society's Diversity Committee event,"Part of the Picture" as we discuss diverse experiences and inclusivity in the animation industry with Alyssa Zárate from Sony Pictures Imageworks on Thursday, September 9th at 6:30 PM PT.
As a voice actor, you must have the facility of your articulators at your disposal in order to give you precision without sounding precise. Renowned public speaking coach Lisa Wentz shows you how to zero-in on problem areas such as slurred words, enunciation difficulties, and regionalisms, among other issues. You'll strengthen your lips, tongue, and […]
Discuss the process of Audiobooks from prepping the book, to proofing and editing. Learn specific techniques required for this kind of long-form voice acting. Learn what is needed to prep the book for recording, including marking the script, chapter and character breakdowns, and pdf software many narrators use. The importance of your own home studio for recording Audiobooks, […]
"I do what I teach, I do it every day, and I love what I do. I have no secrets. I share everything I know.” Rick is perhaps best known as the 14 year signature voice of AMC Network, voicing Thor and Hulk for Marvel projects, and creating the affordable and portable voiceover studio, the […]
If you’re like most businesses, you’re fed up with spending money on marketing that doesn’t work. If you knew what to do differently, you would—but you don’t, and so you feel stuck. Meanwhile, your sales are lagging. Your bottom line isn’t budging. And worst of all, you feel discouraged. Here’s the good news: It doesn’t […]
Stay home, stay safe, and keep fresh with a super affordable VO workout hosted by a working pro! We will provide copy to work on, but please feel free to bring any auditions you would like help with, or any questions you may have about the industry. This is about you, and our community! ** […]
TAUGHT BY VETERAN TRAILER PRODUCER RICHARD REDFIELD Award-winning creative director/producer of hundreds of movie trailers and TV spots for movies over the years from Ocean’s Eleven, Inception, The Hangover, The Dark Knight Rises, and Mad Max: Fury Road to more recent films like Wonder Woman, Ocean’s 8, Dunkirk, The Witches, The Little Things and many […]
You will learn the basics of what promo is and the many genres within promo. Get insight into how to dig deep into the script and use it as a roadmap to find the amazing read(s). Finally, you will get some information about what it truly takes to be successful in promo, and stay there.
What You’ll Learn: Brian Bremer takes you through the basics of voice performance & technique, what it takes to be a successful VO talent, an overview of different VO genres and what steps to take next. What You’ll Receive: Record a script in the booth with coaching and receive the mp3 of your performance. BONUS: […]
What do you get when a comedian and a talent agent walk into a room? THIS CLASS! Ha ha ha… That’s not a real joke, but for a real joke take THIS CLASS! But seriously folks, commercial writing can be wry, dry, absurd, sarcastic, bombastic, charactery, or just damn clever. These genius instructors will help […]
What you need to know: Full Day Workshop 10:00AM-5:00PM PT (Typically 1-2 Saturdays per month) $325 To sign up for this class, you must first fill out a form to confirm you meet specifc minimum technical requirements (This must be done for EVERY date we offer this workshop) At this time, you may only take […]
Are you interested in the mechanics of the audition pipeline and eager to know what casting directors and development teams are looking for? In this immersive workshop led by casting and voice director Amanda Wyatt, you’ll receive real-time feedback on how to make a good impression with your audition, and learn best practices for making […]
Stay home, stay safe, and keep fresh with a super affordable VO workout hosted by a working pro! We will provide copy to work on, but please feel free to bring any auditions you would like help with, or any questions you may have about the industry. This is about you, and our community! ** […]
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. For Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Part-time or Full-time V-O Actors: You've got the voice...now hone […]
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Come and check out The Creators Society's Story Group. We will be meeting over Zoom every other Saturday. Each meeting we will take a deep dive into one or two scripts or storyboards from our group members and give feedback to our fellow creators. We will also work on […]
Meisner’s concept that “acting is living truthfully under given imaginary circumstances” applies perfectly to Western animation. In this workshop, we'll review David's “Reality Checklist” of technical and creative considerations, explore self-direction techniques, and see the world through your character’s eyes to give them a fully fleshed out personality. Prerequisite: Completion of all three Character Core […]
This workshop delves into how to approach sides, break them down, and examine character. Participants should be strong readers.
This introductory workshop is for those interested in becoming voice actors and want to learn more about the industry. In this beginner level course students will learn: The basics of acting Using and training your voice No Prerequisites: The class is designed for those who have no prior training in acting or voice over, […]
Need to make a character happen ASAP or perform a new take on a script you've already made choices on? Want less nerves during a session? Improv is an invaluable skill to have in the voice actor's tool kit. It helps you feel calm, capable, and directable, and increases your spontaneity and therefore your bookability. […]
Nourish your acting ability in this gourmet smorgasbord that will deepen your craft and feed your soul. Hors d'oeuvres: A taste of Meisner Appetizer: Marinated "Active Listening" Skewers Salad Course: Organic "Grow Your Imagination" Greens Main Course: Stanislavsky Technique nestled on a puree of Objective-Action Dessert: Scene Study Tiramisu Prerequisite: Completion of either Acting for […]
Are you an audiobook listener, but also an actor, and think you could be a capable narrator? Are you experienced in VO, have a home studio, and want to add audiobook narration to your resume? Are you confident in your audiobook performance level, but have no idea how to get hired for an audiobook job? […]
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).
Wednesday Night Social & Script Read
December 24 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm PST
Larry Hudson VO Heaven Online Workouts
December 24 @ 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Gardner Street Philly Workouts
December 24 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST
Gravy for the Brain’s Happy Place
December 24 @ 12:30 pm PST
Larry Hudson VO Heaven Online Workouts
December 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST
The (Virtual) Voiceover Clinic Workout Group
December 23 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm PST
3 Ways of Finding Voiceover Business
September 26, 2023
Guest Blog: Gravy for the Brain – How to Get a Voice Agent
July 17, 2023
Guest Blog: Carrie Olsen – Learn Voiceover without a Voiceover Coach
June 6, 2023