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The Atlanta Voiceover Studio's mission is to EQUIP, INSPIRE and ELEVATE by giving YOU the resources YOU need to create the voiceover career you want. This podcast features interviews with industry professionals (agents, producers, successful VO talent, etc) to give you more insight into the world of VO. Hosts, as well as owners of The Atlanta Voiceover Studio, Mike Stoudt and Heidi Rew are full-time VO talent, actors and a real-life married couple. Join them as they uncover some of the keys to navigating a career in voiceover with some of the top VO professionals. BONUS: If you'd like a FREE VO tip every Monday morning to jump start your week, sign up here: https://bit.ly/2VUshuc
Erikka J began her career as a songwriter and singer in the DC area, classically training at Duke Ellington School of the Arts. Her music videos have debuted on BET Soul, MTV.com, VH1.com and Russell Simmons All Def Digital Channel. In conjunction with her music career, Erikka began a voice acting career. She’s started her own publishing and media company, is a certified financial coach and holds a project management certification. You see why we want to talk with her on this podcast? She is quite the example of a business leader and someone that understands how to create a successful freelance career. In this episode, we discuss - * How a music career led to her voice over career * Her most useful tools for her voice over career * Three things she wished she’d done differently at the start of her career * What to do when you feel stuck in your voice over career * What it’s like being a black VO talent navigating this industry * Her advice to black talent just getting into this industry CLICK HERE (https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i) for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) Terms & Conditions (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing) Links for this episode: * Voiceoverview (http://voiceoverview.com/) Erikka J’s Website (https://www.erikkaj.com/) Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: * YOUTUBE (https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs) facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail)
Feel overwhelmed with promoting yourself on social media? Especially the focus on VIDEO CONTENT? This episode is for you! Laura was a social media manager and consultant when she realized the rollout of Instagram reels and video content was such a huge hurdle for others. She began offering online education around reels to help busy business owners and freelancers gain clarity and confidence. She not only offers one-on-one strategy consulting, she also has a monthly “reels report” subscription. In this episode, we discuss - * How to create video content with ease! * How many reels per week should we post? * How to come up with content to share. * Editing tips + video creation resources. * Best strategy for an ROI. * And how to become comfortable being on-camera. Get a FREE REELS Batching Lesson HERE (https://bsquaredsocial.mykajabi.com/a/2147518269/GBtkiG2z) - Get the latest trending sounds and reel/tiktok ideas in your inbox each week! SIGN UP for the Reels Report! Join the waitlist HERE (https://bsquaredsocial.mykajabi.com/a/2147518531/GBtkiG2z) (opens Aug 22-30) Follow Laura (Instagram.com/bsquared.social) Resources mentioned Flik Social (https://www.flick.social/) Cut Story (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/cutstory-stories-video-editor/id917630934) CLICK HERE (https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i) for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) Terms & Conditions (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing) Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE (https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs) Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Chloe Keiffer, casting director at Lantern Audiobooks, joins us today! She has cast hundreds of projects working with major publishers, ad agencies, directors, voice over talents, talent agencies and authors. Chloe shares what she's learned being a casting director that helped her with her own acting career, the biggest mistakes narrators make and if AI/synthetic voices have impacted audiobooks. In this episode, we discuss - * Biggest mistakes voice over talent make with audiobook auditions * What makes a great audiobook narrator * Tips on handling tons of characters in a book * Chloe's take on AI/synthetic voices in audiobook narration Interested in pursuing Audiobook Narration? Join our Audiobook Virtual Class with Curt Bonnem. It starts at the beginning of August! Click HERE (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-audiobook-narration-virtual-class/) to learn more. CLICK HERE (https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i) for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) Terms & Conditions (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing) LEARN MORE ABOUT VO FOR FREE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL (https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs) Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail Learn More about Lantern Audiobooks HERE (https://lanternaudio.com)
As we wrap up another year, we wanted to share some hope and encouragement. Pursuing a voiceover career is not without its challenges but with each challenge comes an opportunity to learn and grow. In this episode, several of our Atlanta Voiceover Studio instructors share challenges they've faced and how they've gotten through them. Mike, Heidi & the whole AVS Team wish you a wonderful, hope-filled holiday season.CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8iTerms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharingYOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8RfsFollow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudioinstagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudiotwitter.com/atlvostudiotiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudioAtlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshopswww.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Sharon Feingold is an internationally-recognized voiceover actress as the voice of the “Plane Train” at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, as well as the main brand voice for HGTV. In this episode, we talk about: How Sharon became the voice of the plane train at the world’s busiest airport Sharon’s most challenging season in VO and how she navigated it Something she wished she knew before she got into VO Sharon’s words of encouragement to other voice talent Find Sharon here: https://www.sharonfeingold.com Check out our BONUS questions with SHARON on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where Sharon talks about the BEST VO Advice she’s ever gotten and what makes a great voice talent * YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Brian Bremer is, what we determined on the podcast, a voiceover SAGE! With over 20 years experience, Brian has seen a lot along his VO journey. Today, he’s the voice of Planters Mr. Peanut, Nick on the Walking Dead video game and many more projects. He’s also our Intro to Voiceover & Intro to Animation workshop instructor. In this episode we talk about - * How his rock band playing at the Olympics led to his VO career The one thing that would’ve made his journey easier And the key to a long and successful VO career Learn more about the Intro to VO Workshop (Live - In Person or Virtual): https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-intro-to-voiceover-workshop/ On-Demand Intro to VO Workshop https://provoiceovertraining.com Intro to Animation: * https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-intro-to-animation-workshop/ Check out our BONUS questions with BRIAN on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where Brian shares the best VO advice he’s received, what makes a great talent & more VO wisdom. CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Jim Kennelly is the owner of Lotas Productions. Sam Ufret has been running the board at Lotas since 2017. Lotas is a New York recording studio that offers services in casting, directing and recording. They are also recognized as a leader in the realm of AI/Text to Speech. We talk to Jim and Sam about the impact AI/Text to Speech is having on the voiceover industry and the impact it will have in the future. We talk about: * Why is AI/Text to Speech appealing to clients/brands? How has AI/Text to Speech affected the VO industry so far and how will it affect it in the future? What determines a “good” AI/Text to Speech voice? What are the qualities or skills we need to have as voice talent for an AI/Text to Speech job? Red Flags to look for when VO talent come across an AI/Text to Speech audition What can we, as voice talent, do to prepare for a world of AI/Text to Speech? Check out our BONUS questions with JIM & SAM on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where they share 1| How long will it be before AI/Text to Speech takes all our jobs 2| How should talent approach an audition where they ask for a “Siri” or “Alexa” type voice? 3| How can talent seek out AI/Text to Speech opportunities CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Curt Bonnem is an award-winning audiobook narrator with over 100 books to his name. With his audiobook success and background as an actor, sound design and engineering, he makes the perfect instructor for our Virtual Audiobook Class. In this episode, we talk to Curt about: * How he got into audiobook narration His most challenging book and season in his career What he wishes he’d known from the beginning The amazing tool he created for narrators Sign up for Curt’s Audiobook Class here: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-audiobook-narration-virtual-class/ RESOURCES TALKED ABOUT IN PODCAST: Karen Common’s Narrators Road Map - https://www.narratorsroadmap.com Curt’s App - http://recording-tracker.narratedby.me Check out our BONUS questions with CURT on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where Curt gives the best VO advice he’s ever received, his favorite audiobook genre and what makes a great audiobook narrator. CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Steve Pogatch is the Sr. Manager of Voiceover Operations of Studio Resonate (SXM Media-SiriusXM/Pandora/Stitcher). In addition to producing thousands of high quality audio ads in the 8+ years he’s been at Pandora, Steve has been the go-to guy for all things VO Casting, VO Direction and VO Quality for Studio Resonate at Pandora/SiriusXM/Stitcher. He’s been responsible the past few years for recruiting, auditioning and curating new talent for the Pandora VO Roster as well as managing the Pandora VoiceOver Roster. In Steve’s Episode, We Talk About: * The difference between podcast and radio ads What Pandora looks for in talent for their roster Home Studio Dos How to vary “natural, real” reads STAND FOR SONIC DIVERSITY: https://www.standforsonicdiversity.com/ Cheez-It + Pandora Collaboration - https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cheez-it-teams-up-with-pandora-to-create-first-ever-sonically-aged-cheese-snack-using-music-from-iconic-hip-hop-artists-301546401.html Check out our BONUS questions with STEVE on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where Steve shares the #1 thing clients look for, how many submissions they get versus # they bring on and the biggest DON’T when submitting to Pandora . YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D-PfTuRouL2JIs5T7gcrmMQLmr5OyDe-a_yaeV-UKNw/edit?usp=sharing
Lisa Biggs is a voice talent, coach, producer, casting director, and conference leader that works in animation. She has been lending her unique and memorable sound to national campaigns and global brands for nearly two decades. From animation studios to big brand ad agencies to toy makers, Lisa’s voice is in demand for A-list clients around the world. In this episode we talk about: * How to have an animation career outside of LA One of the most challenging seasons for Lisa and how she got through it The one thing voiceover talent should grasp to create a successful career What’s made the biggest impact in Lisa’s VO career And we play a game inspired by pop star Pink! Follow Lisa here: * https://www.lisabiggs.com Check out our BONUS questions with LISA on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where Lisa gives the best VO advice she’s received, her favorite VO genre and what makes a great VO talent. YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Chloe was exposed to voiceover at a young age and her career has been a long and interesting one. Working for brands like Universal Studios, HBO Latin America, Nickelodeon, HP, Harley-Davidson, and others, she has achieved great accolades. Her career has not been completely smooth though. Hear her talk about some of the challenges she faced, how she got through them and what she wishes she knew from the start. We also talk about - The one thing that has helped her most in her VO career Advice for beginners And advice for seasoned voice actors Sign up for Chloe’s Agent Rep Prep Class here: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-agent-rep-prep-class/ Check out our BONUS questions with CHLOE on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where Chloe gives the best VO advice she’s received, her favorite VO genre and what makes a great VO talent. YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs CLICK HERE (https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i) for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) Terms & Conditions (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing) Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Marc Guss is co-founder of ACM Talent (Voiceover Management Agency) and a top global social media influencer in his field. Vice president for over a decade at William Morris, Marc represented A-list celebrity and iconic voiceover talent. He is a Syracuse University College of Law graduate and a board member of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS). Marc’s book, Instincts of a Talent Agent: Entrepreneurial Takeaways from an Industry Insider was just released. In this episode, we talk to Marc about: * His journey from answering the phones to co-owning ACM Difference between an Agent & a Manager How to know when you’re ready for a Manager What it takes to be a VO entrepreneur How can VO talent create their business Check out our BONUS questions with MARC on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where he gives us 2 Tips for Social Media Success + Where He Sees VO in 5 Years. YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs CLICK HERE (https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i) for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) See Terms & Conditions (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit) Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
If you’ve wondered if voiceover is a sustainable career, listen to Jill Perry’s story! She’s been a full-time voiceover talent for 25 years. From working at Starbucks to trading her furniture for web design, Jill has had quite the journey. Her story will make you laugh and cry. She’s one of our private coaches, as well as a Beginner Intensive instructor. *More fun stuff in her episode, including - * Her first VO job for Lifetime How she was the voice of the Statue of Liberty & “sold” jewelry in Japan Hear the surprising thing that has helped Jill most in her VO career What to expect from Jill’s Beginner Intensive Sign up for Jill’s Beginner Intensive Class HERE (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-beginner-voiceover-intensive-class/) Sign up to do private coaching with Jill HERE (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/about-our-instructors-jill-perry/) Check out our BONUS questions with JILL on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where Jill gives the best VO advice she’s received, her favorite VO genre and what makes a great VO talent. CLICK HERE (https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i) for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) Terms & Conditions (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D-PfTuRouL2JIs5T7gcrmMQLmr5OyDe-a_yaeV-UKNw/edit?usp=sharing) YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips (https://bit.ly/AVSemail)
Gerald Griffith is founder and President of Voiceover City and VO Atlanta, the largest annual VO event. This is the last year of VO Atlanta, so in this episode we talk to Gerald about: How did VO Atlanta come about What Gerald hopes for the last year of VO Atlanta 3 Nuggets of Wisdom he’s learned from all the VO experts he’s worked with What makes great voice talent What to expect from the last year of VO Atlanta Sign up for the last VO Atlanta: https://vms.swoogo.com/voatlanta2022 Check out our BONUS questions with GERALD on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where Gerald gives his advice on how to get the most from VO conferences and what makes great voice talent. YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail
Struggle to figure out how to make pay to plays, specifically Voice123, work for you? Natasha Marchewka, co-creator (along with Katherine Tole) of the Voice123 Pros course, is our guest today. She not only talks about how to be successful on Voice123 but gives us some great VO business tips in general! In this episode, we cover: * Natasha’s VO journey * Tips on how to create a successful voiceover business * How to have a sustainable VO career * Actionable things voice talent can do to create a better career * Advice for getting the most out of Voice123 She also kicks off our AVS VOICEOVER CHALLENGE! Every WEEKDAY in January, we’re posting a simple challenge on social media to help you create a sustainable business...but in bite-sized chunks. Sign up for our email newsletter because that’s where we’ll send you the “how-to” for each challenge! EMAIL NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP: * https://bit.ly/AVSemail Check out our BONUS questions with NATASHA on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where we talk about a helpful Voice123 tip, her most helpful app/tech and the best advice she has to creating a successful VO career. YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com Follow Natasha + Sign up for Voice123 Pros: https://www.instagram.com/natasha_vox/ https://www.instagram.com/speechlessvo/ Sign up for Natasha’s Email Newsletter here: https://natashamarchewka.com V123 Pros - https://www.v123pros.com Website - https://natashamarchewka.com Speechless VO - https://www.youtube.com/speechlessreallifevo
Trevor Johns has been a voice actor for over 2 decades voicing spots for Scana Energy, Delta Airlines, Coca-Cola, Minit Mart, Virtue HairCare, UPS, and more. With a history in radio and TV/Film, Trevor now shares her experience, insight and knowledge as a Beginner Intensive Class instructor & private coach at Atlanta Voiceover Studio. In this episode, we cover: How she met her husband (it’s a good story!) How she got started in VO The most challenging part of her career Something she wished she’d known at the beginning of her career Advice for beginners and pros Check out our BONUS questions with TREVOR on the AVS YOUTUBE CHANNEL where we talk about the BEST VO advice she’s received, her favorite VO genre and what makes a great VO talent. YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs *Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com Find Trevor Johns: Website (http://trevorjohnsvoiceovers.com) Private Coaching (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/about-our-instructors-trevor-johns/)
Rolf Veldman is CEO of Voice123, the world’s first and largest online marketplace for professional voice actors. An impassioned storyteller, Rolf considers himself an entrepreneurial historian who loves board games, scuba diving, cycling, and doing his bit to change the world for the better. At Voice123, Rolf spearheads a widely diverse and fully remote team that has set itself the task of crafting the future of the voiceover industry. In this episode, we cover: * What are AI/TTS (Text to Speech Voices)? * Learn what Voice123 found out from surveying their buyers about AI/TTS voiceover. * Based on those findings, what is the impact AI/TTS will have on talent and the industry as a whole. * Reason behind the Backstage & Voice123 merger + what that means for talent * Behind the scenes look at Voice123 - how it screens buyers, how it filters job opportunities for voice talent and what you can do to increase your opportunities. * What qualities do the most successful talent possess? Check out our BONUS questions with ROLF where we talk about the TOP things buyers are looking for in a voice talent + a breakdown of the Voice123 tiers - why is the purpose & what does it mean for voice talent. YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com Voice123 (http://voice123.com/) Announcement of partnering with Backstage (https://voice123.com/blog/media-releases/welcome-backstage/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=direct&utm_campaign=voice123-news&utm_content=atlanta-vo-studio) State of AI voices report (https://voice123.com/thebooth/the-state-of-ai-voices-report/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=direct&utm_campaign=ai-report-21&utm_content=atlanta-vo-studio) Find Voice123: * Facebook (https://facebook.com/voice123) Twitter (https://twitter.com/voice123) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/voice123) YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/voice123official) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/voice123/) Find Rolf Veldman: Twitter (https://twitter.com/veldmanrolf?lang=en) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rolfveldman?) Wanna learn more about how to get the most from Voice123? Check out V123 Pros Course: https://www.v123pros.com/optimizing-v123
Does setting up a Home Studio intimidate you? Home Studio expert James Younger walks you through some of the top challenges most people face and what to do about them! Don't miss the BONUS questions we asked him (find it on our YouTube page...link below)! Sign up for James Intro to Home Studio Set-Ups here https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-intro-to-home-studio-workshop/ Sign up for LEARN ADOBE AUDITION here - https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-learn-adobe-audition-virtual-class/ Sign up for LEARN AUDACITY here - https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-learn-audacity-virtual-class/ **Learn How to Set up a Home Studio with On-Demand Classes here: https://provoiceovertraining.com Check out our BONUS questions with JAMES where we talk about the TOP 3 issues people face setting up a home studio, if you need skill or prior knowledge to set up a home studio & a home studio secret/tip! YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com
Erin Spencer is an LA based producer and Audie winning narrator and director. She's performed on over 150 audiobooks and directed just as many. She started her own audiobook production company called One Night Stand Studios after working with Penguin Random House, Harper Collins, MacMillan and others. Learn more about Erin on her website: https://onenightstandstudios.com And sign up for her audiobook workshop here: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-audiobook-demo-workshop/ *Check out our BONUS questions with ERIN here * YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com
Steve Henderson (aka Good Pipes VO) is an accomplished voice actor who you will know from a Lays ad, Nascar, Cartoon Network, Georgia-Pacific, Chick-fil-A and more. Steve also teaches The Character of You class at Atlanta Voiceover Studio. He has an amazing, announcer-type voice but struggled to find his natural, authentic voice...which led him to create a curriculum helping others find theirs. In this episode, hear - * how he got started in voiceover * some of the challenges he's faced along the way * advice for other "announcer-type" voiceover talent * what he wished at the beginning of his career * and why he came up with the curriculum for The Character of You class. Also, don't forget to check out Steve's BONUS questions on our YouTube page - * the thing Steve did for his career that was most impactful * his marketing tips * and weird pre-session or audition rituals Learn more about Steve on his website: https://goodpipesvo.com And sign up for his class here: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/classes/ *Check out our BONUS questions with STEVE here * YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com
Andrea Chang is a video game/audio director at Hi-Rez Studios. Hi-Rez is a Georgia-based industry leading video game developer who has worked on SMITE, Paladins, ROGUE and Realm Royale. In this episode, we talk about: * Andrea's journey into video games * How COVID impacted video games * Is there a certain type of voice that's best for video games? * Are credits important in video games * Is improv okay in video game auditions? * Can talent self pitch for video games? *PLUS check out our BONUS questions all about VIDEO GAME DEMOS here * YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs Follow Atlanta Voiceover Studio Here: facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com
Aaron is one of our Beginner Intensive instructors at Atlanta Voiceover Studio. His voiceover journey went from an accidental acting class to being accepted into NYU's Tisch School of the Arts to 12+ years of teaching teenagers. He's been crushing VO with commercial campaigns with GoPuff, Taco Bell, the NBA and more! Sign up for Aaron's Beginner Intensive Class here: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/classes/ PLUS...check out the BONUS interview where we discuss: * Biggest VO Failure * What Aaron would tell Beginner VO talent * Hardest Thing He's Ever Had to Sell Find the BONUS interview on our YOUTUBE page (or social): * YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/gGPFePt8Rfs facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio FIND AARON HERE: * http://aaronsgoodson.com Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com
With a background in radio production, Eric Romanowski shifted to focus on producing radio imaging demos. In this podcast, we talk to Eric about what makes a great demo, ways talent can get in the way of an excellent demo, why demos are so important and what are the current demo trends. PLUS...check out the BONUS interview where we discuss: * Demo No-Nos * Things that set VO Talent Apart * VO Branding Find the BONUS interview on our YOUTUBE page (or social): * YOUTUBE: https://tinyurl.com/w4v2xbnk facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio FIND ERIC HERE: * https://www.earblowingaudio.com Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com
Actress Angela Davis is known for her roles on-screen in The Accountant, The Resident, Cloak & Dagger, P-Valley, along with many others. In addition to acting on screen, Angela teaches acting and is also a voice actress. On the podcast, you'll hear: * Angela's journey to acting * How she ended up adding voiceover to her on screen acting * What's different between on screen acting and voiceover Join Angela for her ACTING for VOICEOVER WORKSHOP Saturday MAY 8th Find out more details here: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/workshops/ Information on Angela's Acting Classes - https://www.acther.com Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com Follow us on social facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio
Have you heard that you need a website for your voiceover business but no idea where to start or what needs to be on it? Brian Roberts is a voiceover talent and a website designer. He and his partner Monika Aerodoll create websites for voice actors specifically with their business called Voices on Display. In this episode, we talk about: What basic things do you need to get a website up and running. Why is a website important for voice actors. What is SEO and why do we need it? Example of Brian's Website: http://talktomebrian.com/ *Contact Brian & Monika: * http://voicesondisplay.com Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com Follow us on social facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio
Everyone's voiceover journey is different and this episode features the talented Maria Pendolino and her VO journey. Maria is an award winning professional voice talent with a background in musical theatre and film. In 2019, she launched MillennialVoiceover.com, aiming to help companies "speak millennial." And she came in second in the "Fastest Talking New Yorker" contest at Madison Square Garden. Hear how Maria got where she is and the lessons she learned along the way. FOLLOW MARIA: * https://www.voicebymaria.com FOR VO TRAINING, CLASSES (in-person and virtual) and other RESOURCES, check out - * www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com HOME STUDIO SET-UP RESOURCES https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/home-studio-help/ *EMAIL NEWSLETTER SIGN UP: * https://mailchi.mp/83379552bb7b/10voiceovertips
Laura Ray has been a professional organizer for over 14 years helping individuals and businesses. She sat down with Heidi Rew to share tips specifically for voiceover actors. In this episode, Laura covers - Email organization Desktop organization Financial organization Home Studio/Office Organization Time Organization Schedule a consultation with Laura and find more resources here: * https://organizeatlanta.com Contact Laura: Laura@OrganizeAtlanta.com FOR VO TRAINING, CLASSES (in-person and virtual) and other RESOURCES, check out - * www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com HOME STUDIO SET-UP RESOURCES https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/home-studio-help/ *EMAIL NEWSLETTER SIGN UP: * https://mailchi.mp/83379552bb7b/10voiceovertips
Christi Bowen lives in Nashville, TN and began her full-time voiceover career in 2011. Since then, she's created a VO group in Nashville with over 85 members, become a producer for Virtual VO Atlanta and is director of corporate and e-learning for ACM Talent Management. Christi shares: * Her journey from radio and media to full-time voiceover - how one door closed and another opened. * How to figure out which voiceover genres to pursue * Why E-Learning is different than other genres and how to use that to get jobs * How to find E-Learning jobs * And Christi's toughest lesson she's learning in voiceover To find out more about Christi & follow her - * https://www.christibowen.com FOR TRAINING, CLASSES (in-person and virtual) and other RESOURCES, check out - * www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com HOME STUDIO SET-UP RESOURCES https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/home-studio-help/ *EMAIL NEWSLETTER SIGN UP: * https://mailchi.mp/83379552bb7b/10voiceovertips
Hearing other people's voiceover journeys can be so inspiring! We asked 7 talent that have come through Atlanta Voiceover Studio to share their story of going from Beginner to Pro, their fears along the way and what they wished they had known. *FOR TRAINING, CLASSES (in-person and virtual) and other RESOURCES, check out * www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com HOME STUDIO SET-UP RESOURCES https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/home-studio-help/ EMAIL NEWSLETTER SIGN UP https://mailchi.mp/83379552bb7b/10voiceovertips
Mike and Heidi both were on-air radio talent that then transitioned to full-time voice actors. Learn from our mistakes, what we WISH we had known, how much money we made at the beginning and our tips to go from a radio career to voiceover career successfully! Info on classes, workshops & demos: * https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com For on-demand training: * https://www.provoiceovertraining.com Would love to connect with you! FB and IG: @atlantavoiceoverstudio Twitter: @atlvostudio @HeidiRew & @MikeStoudt www.HeidiRew.com www.MikeStoudt.com
Do you ever wonder, "Do OTHER voiceover actors feel the same way I do?" or "I have so many questions about voiceover!" Mike Stoudt and Heidi Rew, owners of Atlanta Voiceover Studio, ProVoiceoverTraining.com, and long-time voiceover actors share their experiences, struggles and how you can navigate this world of voiceover. THINGS WE COVER: * - First VO job...what to expect - Most fearful aspect of voiceover - Biggest hurdles faced - What they wish they'd known in the beginning PLUS they answer questions from Instagram (@atlantavoiceoverstudio) * "What are good agencies for people who are new to VO to submit to?" - Dominique "What is the best way to get an animation gig?" - Emma "What class should I start as a newbie?" - Tiffany "Whats a good way to break into the business if you have 0 experience or connections?" - Patrick "I have a demo, where's the best place to shop it? Or do I need an agent?" - "Donkis Dad Jokes" *Resources, Classes, Workshops, etc * www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com
Hear how Dani went from being laid off several times to becoming a successful voiceover talent PLUS she shares what VO business issues led her to start Voiceoverview, a Voice Over CRM and Business Management Tool and how it can help you! Get a VO Tip EVER Monday! Sign up for our email newsletter HERE (https://mailchi.mp/83379552bb7b/10voiceovertips) Learn about Voiceoverview HERE (https://voiceoverview.com) Follow Dani States HERE (https://www.danistates.com) Join us on social - FB https://www.facebook.com/AtlantaVoiceoverStudio/ IG https://www.instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio/ Twitter https://twitter.com/ATLVOStudio
Do you feel overwhelmed with LinkedIn? Not sure how it can be used to build your VO clients and further your career? Tracy Lindley, VO talent and creator of the LinkedIn Edge and VO Edge, will share how it helped her and tips that you can implement right now. Learn more about Tracy's courses here: * https://www.thelinkedinedge.com/edge https://www.thevoedge.com/home Find out more about the classes, workshops and resources Atlanta Voiceover Studio offers here: * www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com
Do you think E-Learning is a Voiceover genre you'd like to pursue? E-Learning expert (VO talent & Designer), Carrie Olsen, joins me to talk about what attracted her to e-learning, who makes an ideal e-learning talent, the challenges and benefits of an e-learning career and where the future of e-learning is headed. If you want to learn more about how to create an E-Learning career, join us MAY 23rd for a VIRTUAL E-LEARNING WORKSHOP with Carrie Olsen. Sign up here: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/workshops/ To Sign Up for our Email Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/83379552bb7b/10voiceovertips Learn More About Carrie: https://carrieolsenvo.com
We asked our instructors to share the practical things they're doing during COVID19 to keep their voiceover careers moving forward! Awesome tips! Sign up for any of our classes/workshops here: www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com (click BOOK NOW) For our HOME STUDIO SET-UP TUTORIAL - https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/vo-training-resources/ Example of the Animatic Thessaly created: https://www.instagram.com/p/B-Kuh1RATX-/
Branding & marketing - does it REALLY matter for a voiceover career? Our guest this week is personal brand strategist Jonathan Tilley. As a voiceover talent, Jonathan knows and understands how creating branding and marketing strategy can impact a career. He also knows how to make that happen. Hear Jonathan's great tips how to figure out your brand, social media do's and don't's and what to do if you feel overwhelmed. Atlanta Voiceover Studio is excited to host Jonathan SATURDAY APRIL 18th 2020 for his BRANDING TO BOOKING workshop. For more information & to register: https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/workshops/ To see more of the helpful services Jonathan offers to voice talent: https://www.jonathantilley.com
Nathaniel Sundholm is from Emory Voice Center. With a masters in Speech-Language Pathology and Voice Specialization from Vanderbilt Medical School, Nathaniel shares * the DOS the DONTS of vocal health * how to endure long voiceover sessions * what to do when screaming is required * how to protect your voice from allergies * and how to remedy mouth noise, sibilance and impediments. To find out more about Emory Voice Center - https://www.emoryhealthcare.org/centers-programs/voice-center/index.html @emoryvoice (instagram) To find out more about Atlanta Voiceover Studio - www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com Need to create a home studio? Purchase our easy video tutorial here - https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/vo-training-resources/ Join us on social - @atlantavoiceoverstudio (IG & FB) @atlvostudio (Twitter)
If you've wondered, "When do I need to get a demo?" "Why should I get a demo?" "How often should I update my demo?" All the answers are in this podcast, along with our demo process. We also chat with Atlanta VO agent Jeffrey Umberger, of the Umberger Agency, to find out what an agent is looking for in a demo. Get our 10 tips to making money in voiceover HERE - https://bit.ly/2Um6XQh Join us on social @AtlantaVoiceoverStudio (IG & FB) @AtlVOStudio (Twitter).
Stephen Mitchell, Director of Production at Chemistry Ad Agency, shares how VO talent can set themselves a part, what they look for in a voiceover actor and wisdom he's gleaned along the way. Subscribe to our MONDAY morning Free VO TIP here: http://eepurl.com/chj7kT Join Atlanta Voiceover Studio - https://www.instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio/ https://www.facebook.com/AtlantaVoiceoverStudio/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/atlantavoiceoverstudio/
Mike Stoudt and Heidi Rew share how Atlanta Voiceover Studio and this podcast can help you in your voice over career. Hear what the heck Atlanta Voiceover Studio even is and why we're doing what we do.