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Category: Getting Started In VoiceOver
Information on getting started in the Voice Over, Voice actor industry.
Do you need a pop filter?- Getting Started in Voice Over #42
Probably not, but it depends on how you record. I have my mic on a boom over my head (see video). I can’t tell you the last time I used the pop filter. You be the judge!
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Letting bad booth habits sneak in- Getting Started in Voice Over #41
I noticed a week or so ago that I was making (unconscious) mouth clicks that were worsening. Pay attention on your post edits for things that change and sneak in!
40th Episode Recap- Getting Started in Voice Over #40!
Well, it’s “almost” epsidode 40. Listen to find out why and a quick recap of the episodes since July, 2021.
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Episode List:
#1: What about my recording space?
#2: MORE on recording space
#3: Evaluating YOUR recording space
#4: Do I have the right voice?
#5: Advice on starting ANY business
#6: You ARE starting a business
#7: What business entity do I start with?
#8: What equipment to buy?
#9: What’s a DAW?
#10: A quick DAW demo
#11: Copyright
#12: Do I need a coach to do VO?
#13: “Failure-proofing” your business
#14: Where do I find work?
#15: Working hard- Intentionally
#16: Demos, Auditions, & Samples
#17: Customer service
#18: Are you flexible?
#19: Let’s talk branding!
#20: It’s a lot like hard work!
#21 (Even) MORE on your recording space
#22: Digital delivery platforms
#23: More on mics and foam backing
#24: When do I go full-time?
#25: Phrasing your VO
#26: Check your ego at the door
#27: Is it “Gut-check” time?
#28: Pricing your products & services
#29: Cost of doing business
#30: Customer relations
#31: The VO Community
#32: Stop trying to get new clients!
#33: Mistakes I see
#34: OPPS! There is none!!
#35: Burn out is real for ANY business owner
#36: Using a StreamDeck
#37: To sit or stand when recording?
#38: Using time effectively #39: How do we stand out?
How do we stand out? – Getting Started in Voice Over #39
There are few if any certifications for #voiceacting and #voiceover work. No “Masters” or other college level things we can point to. So how do others know we’re “good enough”? #getcoaching
Using Time Effectively – Getting Started in Voice Over #38
It can be maddening as an entrepreneur to decide. What IS the best decision here. But it’s the business decisions we make that make our business grow and prosper… and not. #businessconsulting ##.
To sit or stand when recording? Getting Started in Voice Over #37
If you’re new to #VoiceOver, you may wonder if you should sit or stand. Is one way better? Listen in!
Using a StreamDeck! Getting Started in Voice Over #36
While it appears that originally the #Elgato #Streamdeck was for, well, streamers, it has many uses well beyond streaming! Hmmm, #Voiceover for example! Or when using #OBS. So many shortcuts and ease of use utilities! Check out the video!
Burn out is real for ANY business owner! Getting Started in Voice Over #35
Today is about being an entrepreneur, so whether you’re a voice artist or flower shop owner, restaurateur, or other small business owner/operator, this is for you. Few if ANY of our friends understand what it’s like to be an entrepreneur. Until you are responsible for every single element of a business, you won’t get it. What’s everything? Name it. Business planning, financing, pricing decisions, hours of operation, marketing, advertising, accounting, tax prep, communications with… everyone, customer service, employee training and Development, and MORE
Happy 2222uesday! Mistakes I see- Getting Started in Voice Over #33
I talked last week about not finding new customers. The point being taking AWESOME care of those you have now! I’m in several #voiceactor social media groups and here’s the top four things I see challenging new VOs:
- Not responding quickly
- Missing deadlines
- Badly produced files
- Not following direction