Audio Books, The Inside Scoop
April 4, 2011
Recent studies show that audiobooks are a quickly expanding market. In fact, the number of audiobooks recorded yearly is forecast to increase by 500% over the next four years. How do you get into this lucrative market? By becoming an audiobook publisher.
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What Makes a Good Audiobook Narrator?
April 24, 2010
I recently attended a workshop online with www.voices.com and a very important discussion came up about audiobook narration. Here are some helpful hints:
Just like a good doctor, a trusted lawyer or an inspirational music teacher, a good audiobook...(More...)
Keeping It Conversational
January 25, 2010
As a voice over artist, people are always asking me, what is the key to a “great” audition instead of just a “good” one? The truth is, it’s all about “casual familiarity,” the art of talking to people as if you’ve known them your entire...(More...)
The Definitions of Voice Over and the Tools of the Trade
June 11, 2009
Voice overs are quickly becoming one of the most important elements of any marketing strategy and advertising campaign, and are a valuable way to persuade your target market consistently, and effectively. By adding a human element to your marketing messages,...(More...)
Connecting With Your Voice
April 2, 2009
Clearly, the purpose of a voiceover is to connect with your audience, so number one, always know who your audience is. If you can’t figure it out from the words on the page, ask your producer or who hired you.
The reasons for a lack of connection...(More...)
Multimedia on the Web & Voice Over
March 11, 2009
In today's fast-paced world of internet communication it can be easy to forget about the success of “old-fashioned” advertising. Today, marketing is driven by websites, blogs and email; such as, podcast and screencasting, and multimedia on the internet....(More...)
The Power of a Voice Over Performer
January 30, 2009
When you begin to consider of it logically, you know how important it is for your audio project to have the right voice behind it. After all, voices are persuasive. In spite of the fact that they often take a backseat in our minds to a person’s appearance...(More...)
The Internet, A Great Place To Find Voice Over Talent
December 5, 2008
The internet offers many resources and options for putting together your multimedia project. You can locate scripts from a database, or create a script of your own and find just the right tone and theme by reviewing samples of other companies in a few...(More...)
Making your VO Demo Work for You
October 22, 2008
I recently attended an online voice over seminar and it gave me sound advice about breaking into the voice over business and tips on voice over demos. Here was a great list we discussed:
10 Signs Your Demo May Be Outdated
10. You need to get your...(More...)
Why It’s Important to Hire Voice Over Talent
September 19, 2008
No matter how badly you think you need to save money, it is never a good idea for a merchant to read his own commercial - unless, of course, he has a talent for it. The truth is, however, that most people don’t. They may succeed in giving their commercial...(More...)
Your Home Studio: Environment Matters
September 8, 2008
After talking with one of my voice over coaches and getting feedback as to how to revitalize my home studio, he said that personalizing and revitalizing your workspace is a frontier for many voice over artists.
Collectively, the only goal that has...(More...)
Marketing Yourself
August 26, 2008
In the world of voice over, just like in the world of acting, it is so crucial to market yourself all the time. I was recently asked in an elevator in the building I work in, where I was from and where did I get such a raspy voice? When I explained to...(More...)