2024-04-28 22:00
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Read articles written by Female Voice Over Talent, Debbie Grattan. Sharing insights on the voice over industry, tips on how to hire voice talent and more.
2024-04-22 16:49
In the dynamic field of voiceover work, commercials have carved out a vital niche that many voice actors around the world rely on. Healthcare ads are a key part of this sector. It is an esse… Read More
2024-04-17 00:04
If you’ve ever been captivated by automotive commercials while relaxing on your couch, you know how much the right voice can make you dream about hitting the open road in a shiny new c… Read More
2024-04-11 19:43
Who doesn’t love a good Western? OK, we’ll admit the typical Western may not be everyone’s cup of, say, homemade whiskey. But the new animated series “MechWest”… Read More
2024-04-10 14:27
Navigating voiceover rates… That is a tough one! If a time machine was available to us the voiceover world would look very different 25 years ago. It is an industry that has accelerat… Read More
2024-04-04 18:41
In the realm of voiceover work, the distinction between commercial voiceover and narration voiceover represents a fascinating study of contrast, skill, and application. This exploration shed… Read More
2024-03-29 21:54
I would like you to start with an internal question for just a moment. Something to think about. What thoughts come to your mind when someone says social media? Perhaps you associate it with… Read More
2024-03-17 04:00
The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) has ignited a wave of concern across myriad professions, casting a shadow of uncertainty over roles traditionally revered for their reliance on hum… Read More
2024-02-27 17:15
Once upon a time in a land long since gone, voice actors sat at home. They waited and waited for the phone to ring and on the other end of the call, an agent provided high-quality work for l… Read More
2024-02-16 16:41
In the highly competitive field of voice acting, establishing a strong personal brand is not just an option—it’s a necessity. A voice actors branding encompasses their identity… Read More
2024-02-07 22:22
The voiceover industry is overflowing with opportunities, thanks to the digital era’s expansion and the increasing demand for diverse vocal talents. For those looking to hire a voice a… Read More
2024-01-31 19:30
In the competitive world of voice acting, having a voiceover demo that stands out is crucial. It’s your auditory business card, your portfolio, and often your first impression. But wha… Read More
2024-01-23 00:02
The voiceover industry in 2024 is going to be exciting. Until now, it has always been a dynamic field, adapting and evolving with technological advances and changing market demands. As we st… Read More
2023-07-19 14:00
Anyone who stares a phone or computer screen all day knows the toll it can take. Not just because of the screen fatigue, but because of the visual overload. There’s only so much inform… Read More
2023-01-26 01:47
With dancing ads, endless slideshows, and more than 8.2 million blog posts published on a daily basis, online visual content has reached an explosive limit. It’s enough to make anyone… Read More
2022-06-21 11:16
Is AI going to replace real life voice over actors?
That’s a question that’s consistently popped up over the last several years, and a good question to explore in the second par… Read More
2022-06-01 23:44
Will things get better or worse? That’s a question people consistently ask about everything from the economy to the voice over industry to a change in their favorite restaurant’… Read More
2022-01-09 15:00
Hop on your computer or smartphone, and within seconds you’re sure to end up running across a video. Or two. Or three. Video has been steadily gaining steam as one of the most popular… Read More
2021-08-26 00:15
While we humans like to think we’re in control, making decisions based on logic and rational thought, we’re really not. In fact, up to 90% of our decisions are based on emotion… Read More
2021-06-10 12:15
What do powerful songs, movies and really good books have in common? They stir up enough emotion for you to remember them forever (or at least a really long time). A brand anthem, when done… Read More
2021-03-19 16:43
You want to be a voice over actor. You are certainly not alone.
In fact, the query “How do I get started in voice over?” is one I get so frequently that I’m compiling some… Read More
2021-01-18 17:50
The idea of a voice over career can be alluring indeed, especially when many people think it automatically delivers easy money, fun work and maybe even a chance to voice famous characters o… Read More
2020-12-02 15:32
So, you want to be a voiceover actor. Cool.
Often people may (mistakenly) regard voiceover work as a career that delivers fast and easy money, and maybe even with a bit of glamour too. Who… Read More
2020-10-24 14:05
Lately, I’ve received much more communication than usual from people interested in knowing what it takes to get started in the voice over industry. The disruption in stage, TV and fil… Read More
2020-09-23 11:56
Even with the best voice, the best script and the best editing and direction, your voice over project is not likely to make the cut without one other ingredient: a well-equipped home studio… Read More
2020-07-26 20:00
Following your dreams takes a lot of faith and courage. But it also requires persistence – the ability to keep on keeping on regardless of the obstacles that may crop up. And there ca… Read More
2020-06-19 02:33
The very phrase “follow your dreams” can fill us with bliss. It’s something society, pop culture and Disney movies reinforce at every turn. While following your dreams may… Read More
2020-05-11 13:00
The average person has 46 thoughts per minute, which calculates to about 70,000 thoughts per day. With the current Coronavirus disruption and polarized political upheaval, there’s a go… Read More
2020-03-25 14:05
With all the craziness going on due to the coronavirus, it may be easy to fall into the trap of negative thinking. Our lives are shifting every day and there’s plenty of uncertainty r… Read More
2020-02-26 14:00
From PowerPoint presentations to spreadsheets and online quizzes, e-learning can use a variety of different content types. Yet one of the most popular and engaging continues to be the e-lea… Read More
2020-01-22 14:48
When you’re searching online for a voice over artist, your first impression is likely to come from their website. A polished and professional site gives you the sense of a polished an… Read More
2019-12-21 01:40
As a longtime voice over actor, I automatically pick up on different speech patterns, nuances and styles of speaking from those in the public eye. And you can’t get any more public th… Read More
2019-12-05 22:17
When it comes to picking our next president, it’s not just about what the candidates say. It’s also about how they say it. With speeches, debates and other political performances… Read More
2019-10-22 14:00
Technology is moving so fast it can make our heads spin, especially in the world of text to speech (TTS). As voice over actors, we’re certainly aware of TTS – and some of us may… Read More
2019-09-19 11:30
While all businesses rely heavily on communication for success, it’s even more important in the world of voice over. That’s because communication is at the heart of all we do. Th… Read More
2019-08-21 12:00
Customer service has always been a huge part of doing business, and in our hugely competitive, global market, it’s become even more important than ever. Folks put a lot of stock in th… Read More
2019-07-19 18:00
As voice over actors, our vocal cords regularly get a hearty workout. But the same may not be true for the rest of our bodies. Even if we consistently schedule exercise into our off-work ho… Read More
2019-06-19 14:22
While voice over work may not be at the top of the list of professions with on-the-job hazards, we still have a few potential risks to think about. Our eye health is one of them.
Like milli… Read More
2019-05-17 14:35
Many factors contribute to a successful voice over career, and one of those can be good voice over coaching. Voice over coaching has become more popular than ever, something I looked at in t… Read More
2019-04-18 13:00
Don’t get me wrong. I absolutely love my job as a voice-over talent. Being able to make a living doing something I enjoy and am skilled at is a fortunate blessing. Yet I have many oth… Read More
2019-03-21 17:36
From voice assistants that can order our groceries to vacuum robots that do a better job cleaning our floor than we do, America is being swept away by the artificial intelligence revolution… Read More
2019-03-19 17:36
From voice assistants that can order our groceries to vacuum robots that do a better job cleaning our floor than we do, America is being swept away by the artificial intelligence revolution… Read More
2019-02-19 13:30
A survey recently caught my attention, and it would probably catch the attention of most folks involved in the voice over industry. That’s because the survey reported there are now mor… Read More
2019-01-16 13:45
Many factors come into play for building a successful voice over career, and one of the most important is your mindset. And your mindset goes much deeper than, say, having a positive or nega… Read More
2018-12-20 01:37
Whether you’ve asked Alexa to play your favorite song or questioned Siri about tomorrow’s weather, chances are high you’ve used a voice assistant at least once in your life… Read More
2018-11-21 03:30
One of the keys to success for voice over artists is keeping up with the current trends, whether it’s with the latest voice over recording technology or new video styles. But just bec… Read More
2018-10-18 14:00
With Halloween heading our way, you may be expecting goblins, ghouls, ghosts and other scary costumes. But there’s something even more frightening that could sneak up on you at any ti… Read More
2018-09-19 18:30
Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other social media platforms can be a boon for your voice over business – or they can contribute to its ruin. To make sure your social media efforts en… Read More
2018-08-22 15:22
Podcast popularity is on the rise, which can be both good news and bad news for podcast creators. The good news first. A notable 44 percent of Americans age 12 and older have listened to a… Read More
2018-07-12 12:45
The journey toward voice over success and a fulfilling voice over career requires many skills, talents and qualities. And one of those qualities is becoming more elusive than ever in this di… Read More
2018-06-05 19:14
An out-of-the-blue email really caught my attention a few months back, and it continues to puzzle me today. The email was from someone who said they worked for Cracked.com (formerly Cracked… Read More
2018-04-17 14:14
The voice over industry has changed dramatically since I first picked up the microphone in the 1990s, and it continues to evolve every year. Keeping up with the changes is essential for voi… Read More
2018-03-22 14:57
From ghost hunting to finding where you parked your car, there seems to be an app for just about everything. Thanks to the Narrator’s Voice app, this also includes adding a narrator&r&helli…Read More
2018-02-17 01:19
With projects that include everything from e-learning courses to corporate videos, voice over narration is hot. What’s not so hot, however, is the lineup of mistakes some clients make… Read More
2018-01-11 14:05
Voice over narration is the process of using an off-camera voice to explain something to the audience. While voice-over narrators typically remain unseen and are not part of the action you… Read More
2017-12-12 16:47
Whether they’re written by fellow voice-over actors, life coaches, artists or folks in any other industry, I read a lot of blogs. Reading blogs is a great way to gather information, g… Read More
2017-11-02 12:56
Whether you’re aiming to teach healthcare professionals how to use a new medical device, clients how to use your cloud services, or students how to excel in mathematics, e-learning ca… Read More
2017-10-14 13:32
As a voice seeker, whether you have a precise vision, general idea, or absolutely no clue about the type of voice you’re seeking for your next project, most voice-over talent searches… Read More
2017-09-15 21:13
While the gig economy is nothing new, it is going through a rather new transition. It’s being flooded by an influx of workers. Millions of fresh workers have entered the world of flex… Read More
2017-08-15 10:25
Virtual reality has become a literal reality, and it’s one of the hottest new developments in today’s technology. You can find it being used in everything from vr games to instru… Read More
2017-07-15 12:46
While styles, tastes and trends may change, the fundamentals of a good recipe always stay the same. This holds true whether you’re whipping up a magnificent manicotti to serve your gu… Read More
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