The Genetic Make-Up of a Great Voice Over Demo
Casting directors and agents weigh in on demo length, file order, format and slating your name. Your first 30 seconds do the work.
The Voice Realm
When the Script Changes: How to Keep Your Voice-Over Project Running Smoothly
Script changed after the voice-over was recorded? How to handle late rewrites, version control, timing and stakeholder notes without chaos.
“Warm, Natural, Conversational”: Why Your Voice-Over Direction Might Not Mean What You Think
Why briefs like warm, natural and conversational leave actors guessing, and how to write direction that says who’s listening and why.
Is Talent Alone Enough to Succeed in Voice Acting?
A nice voice isn’t the job. Why performance, recording, auditioning and business skills matter more, and how structured training fills the gaps.
Why It’s So Important to Have an Updated Professional Voiceover Demo?
Why an outdated demo costs you work, the questions to ask before booking a new one, and one producer’s case for skipping the extras.
Why You’re Auditioning but Not Booking Voice Over Work (And What to Do About It)
Plenty of auditions but no bookings? The common reasons why, from misreading the brief to noisy audio, plus checks to run before you submit.
Myths About Dating a Voice Actor
A working voice actor takes on five myths about dating one, from the smooth talker assumption to whether it’s like dating a celebrity.
The Top Reasons People Succeed in the Voice-Over Industry
Seven traits that separate working voice actors from hopefuls, from versatility and reliability to self-marketing, tech skills and real emotion.
Where Can I Find Voiceover Work That I Can Do From Home?
Three places to land voiceover gigs from your home studio: freelancing sites, social media, and voice casting sites, with the pros and cons of each.
What does the voiceover industry look like for 2025?
AI keeps improving, but creativity is still a hurdle. A look at where human voices still matter in 2025, from commercials to indie games.
