Hello voice pal I hope you’ve enjoyed the few wee emails with voice exercises to explore. I have a confession to make. I had an ulterior motive. And that was to whet your whilst for more free stuff. How dare I. That’s right, I’ve got a whole week of free, daily, mini voice training sessions […]
FOR KICKSTART MEMBERS ONLY! Here's our line-up for next week's sessions on CREATING CHARACTER for voiceover work. As a Voiceover Kickstart member these sessions always represent incredible value as there are never any additional workshop charges. Join today for full access https://voiceoverkickstart.com/full-membership Or if you already have a login head here to join
Does everyone always tell you “You should do voiceover”? Why aren’t you? Get a taste of what it is, what it takes, and what you've got — and discover all the ways your voice could be making you money.
This class will cover the following A brief overview covering microphones and interfaces. Basic overview of De-noising & De-clicking your audio with stock Adobe Audition plugins as well as Izotope RX elements. Professionally treating your space. Soundproofing vs Acoustic Treatment. Soundproofing methods & Acoustic treatment methods. One on one help with your individual space. Terms that […]
Determine your strengths and develop your natural character voices in this 5 session class! Julie Maddalena guides you through the process of creating character through the voice. You'll learn a variety of acting and improv techniques, and how they apply to creating characters for voice acting in sessions 1-2. Students will spend sessions 3-5 on mic […]
Advanced Engineering: You’ve taken the Intro to Engineering course and you want to take your skills to the next level. Learn editing tricks and tips, take a deeper dive into compression and equalization and learn about adding mastering limiters to your quiver of tools.
Acting is doing, and making the voice active is key to great voice over. In this class, you’ll work on text in an action-based approach, discover what your motivation is, break scenes down into beats, find conflict, and imbue your copy with meaning and subtext.
The ratio of auditions to bookings can make it feel like auditioning is the job. That’s because it is. Tip the balance in your favor by honing your audition skills with a professional voice actor and booth director who has been on both sides of the glass. Find out how to make your auditions competitive […]
What: The beginner voiceover intensive is comprehensive and the perfect starting point for someone serious about a career in voiceover. It’s a 3-month commitment where you will learn. Instructors: Mike & Heidi, Jill Perry or Trevor Johns (read more about everyone HERE) YOU’LL LEARN: About your voice – how to use it as an instrument, vocal […]
This workshop focuses on how to break down and mark your script, how to evaluate the tone of the project, and get familiar with the audition process by doing some mock auditions with redirects. This workshop is ten hours and will take place over zoom. You don't need to have a professional set up, just […]
FOR WOVO MEMBERS ONLY! You are invited to WoVO's September Networking Event! Tuesday, September 14, 2021 - 12 PM PT / 3 PM ET / 8 PM London Come meet fellow WoVO members in a virtual setting, share info about marketing your VO business, studio tips and much more! Registration required Looking forward to seeing […]
Celebrate the beginning of Fall with APA Colleagues - join us for a virtual meet-and-greet!
Hey VOS! Once a month we will be hosting a Free Script Read for anyone who wants to join us (seating is limited). Bring a short script (15 - 30 sec) and we will work as a group to support you by providing constructive feedback. Free Script Read Details: Date: Tuesday, September 14th, 2021 Time: […]
This is an opportunity to read copy and take direction from a voice over agency veteran . . . from the comfort of your own home. Class will be held in Zoom. Link provided when you register. We recommend that all participants have a mic of some sort, but it is not required.
In this workshop, Tom will be working 121 with 10 voice actors. There will be scripts provided and you’ll get the opportunity to read and get feedback from Tom plus there will be a Q&A. This is an incredible opportunity! There are 2 options – the first is to book a spot as a reader, there are […]
In this class we'll work on breaking down game audition sides ~ strategies to stand out in auditions ~ what to expect when you book the job ~ basic voice care ~ in-class reads!
Determine your strengths and develop your natural character voices in this 5 session class! Julie Maddalena guides you through the process of creating character through the voice. You'll learn a variety of acting and improv techniques, and how they apply to creating characters for voice acting in sessions 1-2. Students will spend sessions 3-5 on mic […]
British is commonly requested in many VO and acting jobs. Immerse yourself in this dialect by developing basic London and RP accents with the Bay Area's Meryl Streep of dialects! You’ll practice key sounds and common pitfalls, and perform scripts that put your new British accents to the test.
A casual voiceover workout for voice actors 9-18. All levels are welcome. We provide scripts. Get help breaking down sides for animation. Or get guidance on a new character. Most of all, we'll focus on how HAVING FUN with any script is the best way to find succes! This online class is taught through Zoom […]
Actors are constantly asking how they can submit better auditions and increase their percentage of bookings. One key aspect is to be able to create a character quickly and confidently and to know how to give pertinent variances. Ultimately, actors who can “cloak” themselves in roles are the ones who get cast, and those who […]
Every voice is unique, just like a fingerprint. This class will reveal the three adjectives that match what producers, agents, and directors hear in your voice print. Determine which jobs best match your voice, what status your voice conveys, and how your voice can leave a lasting impression. Demo Prep Series This class is part […]
Getting audiobook narration work is based on relationships. How can you build those relationships if you don't know who and where the people are who can hire you? It's a dream come true to finally open the WORLD'S ONLY CASTING DIRECTORY for audiobook narrators! Although I announced months ago that we were building this new lane on […]
FOR GRAVY FOR THE BRAIN MEMBERS ONLY! In this week's VO marketing mentoring, we're tackling the world of referrals. Just because your clients don't need work from you right now, doesn't mean that they can't be an amazing way to get referalls and secure new clients. Join us tomorrow and we'll give you a basic […]
IVR. MOH. Telephony. You may well have heard the terms. But did you know they could be an integral part of your voiceover business? You interact with telephony systems every day when you call a company for information, or are asked to “Press 2 for Technical Support.” Voice talent all over the world record these […]
FOR THE CREATORS SOCIETY MEMBERS ONLY! Please join us for our first Event Committee Virtual Game Night! Be prepared to bring your love of animation trivia mixed with a few other games, along with your favorite cocktail or mocktail. The Events Committee is here to unite all of the Branches by lending hands with other […]
Put a character into action by experiencing the complete audition to performance process. You'll develop dimensionality, functionality, and dynamic physicality as you inhabit a fun and out-of-this-world character throughout this 12-hour class. Set your universal translators to Marcopian and get ready for some action!
You have your studio gear - but simply owning good equipment is no guarantee that your sound is competitive. How do you know if it is any good? Poor quality audio gets deleted, and generally, no one will tell you if it sounds bad. In this 2-week workshop, you’ll start by sending a current recording […]
Come hone your audition skills with a peer-led workout! What does “peer-led workout” mean? It means that you will join a small group of fellow voice actors in a fun, low pressure environment and read a script of your choice. You will get direction by one of your peers based on your performance to help […]
Join Rob & Helen on Zoom from the comfort of your own house. Bring your beverage of choice and have a chat. Book your FREE ticket so you get the zoom link sent on the day (or you can email studio@b-double-e.co.uk us on the day and we'll send you the link)
Jennifer Aquino is hosting a special prep session where she'll be helping narrators fine tune their 2 1/2 minute pitch for the upcoming APA Speed Dating event, so that you are memorable to the producers, and that you have a relaxing and fun experience. Jennifer has been getting feedback from producers at publishers in the […]
This class helps you identify and deliver different styles of commercial VO: Taglines, Retail, Spokesperson, Real Person and more. You’ll learn how to determine the style and how to adjust your timing, rhythm, and energy to match the script.
Erin Spencer is a highly sought after Los Angeles based producer and Audie winning narrator and director who has performed on over 150 audiobooks and directed just as many. She started her own audiobook production company called One Night Stand Studios after working with Penguin Random House, Harper Collins, MacMillan and many others. Erin enjoys […]
Voiceover Self Direction One Day Workshop with Kathleen Puls Andrade (Second City Training Center VO Instructor, VO Talent at Grossman and Jack Talent Chicago, Pandora, Video Game VO with Dominic Cianciolo, The Voiceover Gymnasium, etc.) Directing oneself is essential in this super competitive business, and doing it well could mean getting the job, or doing […]
Join Abacus Entertainment for this exclusive, four hour virtual workshop with one of the biggest names in the video game industry, Andrea Toyias! Working as both the casting director and voice director of Blizzard Entertainment, Andrea is always looking for new talent-no matter where they may be!
It's almost time for out September ONLINE MAVO Happy Hour! These events are great networking opportunities for Voice actors and industry pros to come together to network and chat about all things voiceover. These are NOT coaching sessions! We always have a lot of fun!
Videos have incredible power to tell stories and hold an audience captive. Explainer videos can help businesses increase conversion rates by up to 80%! Since these videos are so connected to corporate growth, explainer video voice-over needs to be increasingly compelling, connected, and caught up with today’s trends. In this interactive class, you’ll discover and […]
“Talk one on one, natural quality, authentic, unpolished, conversational. No announcers please!” We've all seen these specs on commercials. Seems easy enough, right? We talk to people all day long . . . but there is conversational, and then there is commercial conversational. They are two different animals. In this class we will focus on […]
Video Games, Anime, Cartoons, Films, and TV shows need professional voice actors who can add background voices and dialogue to on-screen actors and characters. As the founder of Holly's LG, Ms. Dorff has looped over 600 films, and created a virtual loop group, so you can learn to perform donuts, call-outs, and add dialogue to […]
Learn how to create & sustain masculine-sounding voices! Lisa will take you through the process of manipulating your sound into a deeper range with advanced vocal techniques and help you create bookable boy voices. She’ll cover the essentials behind the development of your signature “boy sound” including intonation, resonance, articulation, physicality, and more ++ Then […]
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).
WOVO – The Lounge
December 28 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PST
WOVO – The Lounge
December 28 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm PST
Dialects -Ongoing
December 28 @ 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm MST
The Brand Mingle, with Celia Siegel
December 26 @ 10:00 am CST
VO Peeps Weekly Workout Series!
December 26 @ 9:00 am PST
Gravy for the Brain’s Happy Place
December 26 @ 4:00 am 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