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When it comes to recording voice over demos, the use of big company brand names inevitably crops up. Read a few blogs and dive into those forums and you will see this issue sharply divides opinion. UK voice actor coach thinks you should NOT use them – and offers five reasons why …
“Ninety percent of voice over animation/character demos are pretty much flat out terrible,” says talent agent Roger King. Why? Characters are out of context with what the listener can comprehend, he says – and more. Here’s what to do …
“The relationship between a voice over and music is an intimate one,”says veteran VO demo producer Peter Cutler. ” Ideally, they should dance together like a couple in love.” But Peter does NOT love demos in which music is inappropriate to the voice message, or poorly edited. “The style, rhythm, tempo, instrumentation, texture and mix are all of critical importance,” he says. And if not done right, your demo suffers. For instance …
Planning your first voice over demo but feeling overwhelmed? Top voice talent and coach Susan Berkley advises remembering her three favorite words: Levity, Clarity and Honesty. Here’s what she means …
Your voice over demo is your calling card – so start calling prospects on YouTube, one of today’s largest search engines. Voice actor Marc Scott gives 5 tips on for getting maximum attention on YouTube. Part 1 of a series on voice over video demos …
Is your voice over demo getting you work? If not, something’s wrong – either with the demo or your marketing strategies. Top voice talent and trainer Deb Munro notes what to consider to get the attention of clients and agents …
Voice actor and coach Marc Cashman fields a mix of questions this month: about voice over demo length, where to train children for voice over, and – with help from James Alburger – software to keep track of business …
When you submit a demo, you are applying for a job, explains voice talent / producer Dan Friedman. It’s the equivalent of a resume … lie on it about your abilities and you’ll likely be fired and never hired. Instead, here’s what to do …
Voice over demos are a necessity to get an agent, asserts veteran voice talent/coach Lani Minella. But often the demos she hears are non-starters for gaining an agent’s attention. What’s wrong? Lani counts the ways …
Is your demo just one in the crowd? Toss the cookie cutter approach to demos, and instead, favor what makes you special and memorable to producers and voice seekers, advises top voice talent and coach Bettye Zoller. “Your demo is your showcase to the world,” she says, so demonstrate your individuality. Learn more, including tips for demo preparation and length …