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by Debbie Irwin
Voiceover narration is an art form filled with misconceptions and myths. Let’s debunk a few to provide a clearer understanding of this massive field: 1. Narrations Are Boring. Narrations aren’t inherently boring! The perceived dullness depends on the delivery and enthusiasm of the narrator. Skilled voiceover artists can make any topic engaging and interesting. If you […]
by Debbie Irwin
May 15, 2023. Undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students at Pace University in NYC were ready for their big day. Two thousand of them. Their hard work was done. Mine was just beginning. Fact: voice-over actors are usually heard and not seen. We’re the disembodied voices of GPS systems, public transportation announcements, animated characters in cartoons, […]
by Debbie Irwin
Your words, my voice. That’s what I do. I talk for a living. Recently I had the distinct pleasure of being interviewed by Sandi Klein for her podcast Conversations with Creative Women. You know the old saying, time flies when you’re having fun? Well, it flew by during our recent sit-down. That’s what a skilled […]
by Debbie Irwin
This is a day in the life of a voice. My voice that is. It’s 6:30am and my phone is buzzing. I swear I never set it this early. I ignore it and roll over, assuming it was a bad dream. At 7:30 am it buzzes again. Recurring nightmare? Hard to tell. This time, rolling […]
by Debbie Irwin
The recipe for vo success includes: 1 part boundless energy 3 parts thick skin Equal parts patience & perseverance 1 part sense of humor 4 parts alternative funding Stir in addiction to performing Sprinkle with talent to taste Combine in no particular order. Bake until this recipe no longer sounds half-baked. Ask before you assume. […]
by Debbie Irwin
It seems like the whole world wants to do voiceover. When someone finds out that I actually do make a living doing voiceovers, they will inevitably say, “My friends tell me I have a great voice and I should become a voiceover artist. Can you tell me how to get into the business?” If I […]
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