Want to Standout As A VoiceActor? Read these tips from an Audio Engineer! As an audio engineer, I’ve had the privilege of working with some fantastic voice-over talent. I’ve also had the displeasure of working with some not-so-amazing voice talent. The difference between the two is often night and day—and it all comes down to […]
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Checklist for Finding and Landing Voiceover Opportunities
It’s the start of a new year, you’ve written a long list of new year’s resolutions, and now the first one is staring at you, demanding to be fulfilled: eat healthier. I can’t help with that one, but I can help with finding and landing voiceover opportunities! Are You Building a Voice or a Voiceover […]
Making Sense of Voiceover Lingo
https://debbieirwin.com/2022/01/17/8-myths-about-narration-voice-over/There is nothing quite like being casually tossed acronyms or other voiceover terms you’ve never heard of before. The logical advice is to speak the truth simply, say you don’t know what the acronym means, and ask for an explanation. The more painful reality is that not knowing your terminology can be seen as unprofessional. […]
More About How Tongue Twisters Help With Voice Acting
Why do we love them so much? Or do we hate them? They can be fun and frustrating, but more than silly ways to pass the time, tongue twisters help people young and old, of all nationalities and personalities. Whether you’re a voice actor or a newscaster, a child learning to speak or a politician […]
I Love My Job And This Is Why
I love my job — if you’re fortunate, you do too — and there are lots of reasons why. My success is in my hands; I’m my own boss, make my own hours, and my dress code is PJs (sometimes!). My clients are global, they hire me repeatedly, recommend me in confidence, and the projects […]