News: Industry

On February 26 the FCC will vote on a proposal that could fundamentally change the Internet – reclassifying providers like Comcast, Verizon and AT&T as a public utility. While the proposal states that no new taxes or fees will result, many see the door opening to control via public utilities. What do you think? Voice over producer and coach James Alburger explains what’s at stake and how you can comment to the FCC …

Membership is growing at World-Voices Organization as the voice over industry’s trade association develops programs including skills certifications and free-to-play voice talent searches. Dave Courvoisier explains …

What’s that story, song or rhyme of yours that could brighten the December holidays for a kid in a hospital? Share it with voice talent/producer Jeff Gelder. Now! Jeff is compiling materials for the 12th edition CD of “Holiday Magic, A Gift for Children of all Ages,” and has set August 29 as the deadline for submissions …

Word is spreading about London’s VoiceOver Network as the group sponsors monthly gatherings and special events for voice actors, agents, producers and others involved in the UK’s VO world. “It’s been a valuable tool for a lot of people who come to the meet-ups. Success stories keep coming in about getting new clients, more work, new agents, new friends, advice, help and support,” writes organizer Rachel Naylor …

You’ve got tickets to the Audio Publishers Association’s Convention (APAC) and/or the Audies Gala in New York next week? Great! But arrive prepared. APAC panelist and double-Audie nominee Johnny Heller sets the stage with this unofficial – and sometimes irreverent – guide to what’s what …

The World-Voices Organization – a non-profit organization of professional voice actors – is growing with new members, a mentor program and plenty of ambitious projects – including an upcoming member convention in Las Vegas. WoVo president Dustin Ebaugh updates for VoiceOverXtra ….

The U.S. is in a deep freeze this week, but Las Vegas is hotter than ever with the giant Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and the pre-convention New Media Expo. Voice actor / TV news anchor Dave Courvoisier reports on the New Media Expo from the event …

Thank you for your giving to others this year … In spirit, words and donations, you’ve truly created a happier Thanksgiving for colleagues and friends in need. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family from the staff at VoiceOverXtra.

Lake Bell’s new hit movie ‘In A World’ about a struggling female voice actor is appearing on screens nationwide and receiving rave and endearing reviews from voice actors. Voice actor Heather Costa attended the recent New York City premiere and along with other voice talents shares why this “incredibly funny” movie is also true to the voice over profession …

The Children’s Holiday Magic Project (CHMP) and GelderHead Audio Productions is seeking recorded songs and stories from voice actors to complete the 11th edition of Holiday Magic, a Gift for Children of all Ages, 2013 – a CD featuring music and a holiday tale that will be distributed to hospitalized kids and their siblings at children’s hospitals during the holiday season …