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Voice actor Elaine Singer rejects assumptions and stereotypes of the so-called “mature voice” – as scripts seek it for 30-year-olds to”frail grandmas.” More accurate, she finds, are these mature views of the mature voice …
You might do better voice over work if you observe periods of silence, says voice specialist Dr. Ann Utterback. You don’t have to chant “Om” or become a mystic – just slow down and tune out once a day. A sore or tired throat will also appreciate this …
Voice actor Laila Berzins shares a critique she’d received early in her voice over career: “That was a good read, but it needed more energy.” Well, she took the solution to heart, and now along with director/producer/coach ‘Uncle Roy’ Yokelson, Laila tells how to energize our reads to book more jobs …
Looking at old copy is like trying to get back together with your ex: You’re never going to get everything you want out of it. Good or bad, right or wrong – it just won’t ever be the same. Maybe you said the wrong thing …
Mother Nature has wrapped her icy fingers around the majority of the country, so it’s important to think about good ways to warm up the vocal cords before recording. VO pro Rob Marley shares his steam-hot tea-cold read technique – which helps with colds, too …
Learning to read voice over copy cold comes down to experience, notes casting director/coach Hugh Klitzke – including practice. Dare to be imperfect as you take these steps …
A bright, happy smile in your voice is often desired for commercial voice overs – but what if your voice doesn’t naturally convey a smile? Voice talent-VO Chef Deb Munro says the recipe calls for creating a happy character …
If you’re feeling cold, hot, stressed or otherwise less than 100% before you’re scheduled to perform at the mic, you may not be able to deliver the goods. Voices.com’s senior writer Carmi Levy shares personal examples of what NOT to do, plus six tips for sounding your healthy best …
Improv skills will improve your voice over auditions and job performances – and boost your confidence at the mic. But many fear trying improv. You, too? Here’s a simple, fun exercise to get you started …
Many scripts specify “conversational” or “non-announcer” tone – but veteran voice actor Joe Thomas laments: “There’s very little VO out there in the real world that would be mistaken for actual conversation.” So how do you perform “conversational” on copy that is anything but? Joe’s tips …