The Best Retort is...No Retort? Used by permission from Tumisu via Pixabay The Land of the Offended Ever run a business? Ever get that one customer? Yeah. You know which one I’m talking about. The whittle-you-down-to-zero-pricing-and-then-expect-triple-the-package-value-you-just-quoted-them type of customer. Ugh. The ones that make your heart beat with pride and make your legs skip […] ...
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2P or not 2P: that is the Question2P or not 2P: that is the Question
CONTROVERSY! FIRE AND BRIMSTONE! TAR & FEATHER HIM! Disclaimer: I already know this is going to be a long and most certainly controversial blog for those who have been involved in the voiceover industry. Breathe easy. I’ll say some things you’ll like; I’ll say something that will make you want to throw a microphone at […] ...
You’ll never get a 100% job from a 50% AuditionYou’ll never get a 100% job from a 50% Audition
Nice try, Small Fry Used by permission from lubhz via Pixabay Hedging your bets When we audition, do we count on actually being cast in that role? Is it something that we really want? Or are we just rapid firing across multiple auditions so that we’ll maybe get something here or there, hedging our […] ...
Celebrity? P’Shaw.Celebrity? P’Shaw.
No Thanks. Keep it coming. You’re too much; stop. C’mon, lay it on me. Shucks folks I’m speechless. More, please. Pffft. "Celebrities Revel for a Cause: Black Tie For Breast Cancer Gala Ball, Sydney" by Eva Rinaldi Celebrity Photographer is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. That cozy feeling of adoration We’ve all felt it. Practically worshiped by […] ...
Voiceovers: The Worst Hobby you could possibly haveVoiceovers: The Worst Hobby you could possibly have
Don’t waste your time Used by permission from Foundry via Pixabay The Hobby of Voiceovers When you think of a hobby, what comes to mind? Playing the drums? Sculpting clay? Writing poetry? Calligraphy? Painting? Building suspension bridges in your backyard? Collecting baseball cards? What is a hobby, after all, but a pastime? Just that. […] ...
Sarah Conner? I am the Voiceover Terminator.Sarah Conner? I am the Voiceover Terminator.
I charged my way into Voiceovers Used by permission from Janson_G via Pixabay *Disclaimer: Apologies in advance for the double-meaning throughout - I couldn't decide which theme I liked more! *Disclaimer: I don't actually terminate Voiceover artists. *Disclaimer: I like disclaimers. The Juggernaut When you think of the word “charged”, what does it conjure […] ...
The Two Dials In Your LifeThe Two Dials In Your Life
The Only Way Out is Through "How do you quantify pain?" by Chuckumentary is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0. Dial it up I remember way back when, when I had issues. I’m completely fine now, and cured, of course. No issues here, nope! But – back THEN, when I needed someone to talk to, and I was […] ...
Working from Home & Eliminating DistractionsWorking from Home & Eliminating Distractions
How do you stay focused? "LEGO Distracted Boyfriend Meme" by Ochre Jelly is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0. Do you work from home and get distracted easily by your family? How can you stay focused, I wonder. The Solution Close the door. Treat it like a professional job and stay focused. Have a nice day. 🙂 === […] ...
How do I get started in Voiceovers?How do I get started in Voiceovers?
== I want to get into Voiceovers - how do I do it? First things first: want ongoing VO inspiration? Subscribe to the Voice Actor Blog! Now, on with the show... You don't have what it takes. Wait...what? Or...do you? Are you sure? Before you jump right into it and scream to the world […] ...
Voiceover Hunter GatherersVoiceover Hunter Gatherers
How can I seek out and amass clients? Used by permission from davidsluka via Pixabay "A hunt based only on the trophies taken falls far short of what the ultimate goal should be." -Fred Bear The Thrill of the hunt. Amassing marketing contacts. Finding leads. Finding. Connecting. Scoring. That's what it's all about, right? […] ...
Are you a reliable Voiceover Artist?Are you a reliable Voiceover Artist?
Are you a reliable Voiceover Artist? "National Zoo’s Sumatran Tiger Cubs Pass Swim Reliability Test" by Smithsonian's National Zoo is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0. The Reliability of Voice Artists - What IS reliability anyway? What a great question! Reliability is an underrated quality in today's world. People tout that they’re reliable all the time… You always […] ...
