February 29, 2008
LOST "Via Domus" Videogame
Do you watch the ABC show "Lost"?
I hadn't started watching the series until earlier this February, and last night, we completed our LOST marathon ending with last episode of season three.
Today when I read that the LOST videogame entitled "LOST Via Domus" was released a few days ago on the XBox 360, Playstation 3, and the PC, I thought it very timely to write about the series and also get your take on the game and the voices used in it.
Pat Fraley ADR and Looping Training Event, March 8-9 in LA
As you may have heard, Pat Fraley along with some friends have an ADR (Automatic Dialog Replacement) and Looping Event coming up soon in Los Angeles.
I've got the scoop on the presenters and what the lucky participants will be up to.
Here's a great opportunity to study with 2008 Lifetime Achievement Voicey award winner, Patrick Fraley.
February 28, 2008
Deb Munro Canadian Voice Over Workshops for March 2008
Debbie Munro is coming to Toronto in a couple of weeks!
Winnipeg and Vancouver are also on her itinerary over the next month.
This is your opportunity to study with Voicey Award winner Deb Munro, Best Female Voice.
February 27, 2008
How's your batting average?
Have you been beating yourself up over your ratio of auditions to jobs secured?
Guest blogger Bobbin Beam takes a swing in the right direction and hits one out of the park with her article featured here on VOX Daily called "The Art of Risk".
February 26, 2008
Randy Thomas Voices Oscars for Seventh Time
Did you watch the Oscars on Sunday night?
I did but I must confess that it wasn't to see the dresses, red carpet shenanigans or the winners... I watched to hear the announcers.
Read more about announcing at the Oscars featuring the voice of Entertainment Tonight, The Insider, and seven-time Academy Awards announcer, Randy Thomas!
February 25, 2008
Voice Coaches Network at Voices.com
Looking for a voice over coach?
We have recently developed a network that connects voice acting instructors with students seeking voice over training.
Check out more information here at VOX Daily!
February 22, 2008
Important Update: New Features, Benefits & Pricing at Voices.com
Every so often I write about updates to the Voices.com membership service on VOX Daily.
Today, I'd like to share some information about new features and benefits for Voices.com members, as well as new pricing effective after March 31st, 2008.
To learn more about how this change may affect you, read this article.
February 20, 2008
2nd Annual Voicey Awards February 21, 2008
The voice over industry honors its own on February 21, 2008 -- be sure to catch the ceremony on the VOX Talk Podcast.
The Voiceys is the event of the year celebrating the achievements of the voice over industry and the voice actors who step up to the microphone every day.
Judged by a panel of industry experts and personalities, the Voiceys recognize professional voice actors and provide a venue for those behind the scenes to shine for all the world to see.
Join us all on February 21st, 2008 for the 2nd Annual Voicey Awards.
Listen here: http://podcasts.voices.com/voxtalk/
Meet Reed Rudy
I'm always happy to hear from VOX Daily readers whom I haven't yet met.
Yesterday, I received an email reply to VOX Daily from Reed Rudy, a voice acting instructor in California, letting me know about his upcoming workshop this Spring.
So everyone, I'd like you to meet Reed Rudy. Please make him at home :)
February 18, 2008
Narration in Film and Documentaries a Must
After sitting down to watch a 31-minute documentary without any narration whatsoever I came to the conclusion that films without narration are incredibly difficult to digest.
Something was obviously missing and I tell you, it was painful!
Is narration necessary in film? Let's find out.
February 17, 2008
Randy Thomas and Peter Rofé Workshop in Florida this April
Randy Thomas and Peter Rofé will be teaching an intensive workshop for ten select students (prior voice-over experience required) in Fort Myers, Florida on April 12, 2008.
Here's your chance to study with one of America’s most recognized female voice announcers and one of America’s most sought after voice-over coaches.
February 16, 2008
Study Opportunities with Bettye Zoller Spring / Summer 2008
Bettye Zoller has just released her Spring / Summer course schedule and I'm pleased to provide the details to you here on VOX Daily.
Here are the workshops in a nutshell:
March 15th: Advanced Voiceover Workshop in Dallas, TX
March 30th: Children's Voiceover Workshop in Dallas, TX
April 5th and 6th: Cartoon Character Voices and Audiobook Narration Techniques Weekend in Dallas, TX
June 30th: Voiceover Evening with Bettye Zoller in Nashville, TN
July 30th: The Business of Voiceovers Workshop in Denver, CO
August 2nd: Audiobook Narration Techniques Voiceover Workshop in Denver, CO
Read more details below for each one.
February 15, 2008
Creating a Visual Identity for Your Voices.com Website
The majority of emphasis is placed on how audio demos sound, however, it's important to remember that website visitors will often *look* at your website first before listening to your demos.
How can you make this work to your advantage?
What does it take to get noticed?
Make your move by creating a stunning visual identity that is unique, instantly revealing something about you that evokes emotion.
February 14, 2008
Happy Valentine's Day from Voices.com
Oh look at that... it's Valentine's Day!
I thought it would be nice for everyone to give a shout out to the community by leaving Valentine's Day greetings here as comments on the blog.
February 13, 2008
Branding 101 for Voice Talent
Despite that the majority of your working day is consumed with auditions, emails and delivering finished work, time should be set aside to make sure that you're consistently putting the best foot forward.
Smart voice talent take a few minutes every so often to polish up a few key areas of their career online.
This isn't hard to do and the results will be immediately evident.
So with that in mind, let's explore the five (5) key "touch points" that you will likely have with prospective clients.
February 12, 2008
2008 Voicey Awards Finalists Announced
The 2nd Annual Voicey Awards finalists have just been announced!
This year promises to be very exciting. With the addition of several new categories, the Voicey Awards has expanded from five award categories to nine that are poised to honor voice actors of all ages, nationalities and voice types.
Find out who the finalists are in this post at VOX Daily.
February 11, 2008
Why YOU NEED ME as Your Voice
Have you ever thought about why people should be hiring you to record their voice overs?
Caryn Clark attended a local business networking event recently and found that upon introducing herself as a professional voice actor, she had some explaining to do.
Learn more about how Caryn justifies her professional voice over services to people outside of the industry in this feature article.
February 8, 2008
Do you read VOX Daily? Leave a Comment!
Every so often, a blogger really needs to hear from their readership, and for me, that day is today.
Do you read or subscribe to VOX Daily?
If you do, please leave a comment and say Hi :)
February 7, 2008
Conflict of Interest : Will Arnett Out, Val Kilmer In for KITT Voice on Knight Rider
Did you hear about what happened with the voice of KITT in the new Knight Rider revival?
A conflict of interest has arisen for KITT car voice actor, Will Arnett, and now Val Kilmer has been recruited to replace him as the voice because of it.
Find out exactly what happened at VOX Daily.
February 6, 2008
3 Terms You Should Know For Better Breathing
The sound you make is just part of the process.
Have you spent any time thinking about breathing?
Hear from singing teacher Paul Kiesgen about the basics of breathing and discover 3 terms you should be familiar with as a vocal artist.
February 5, 2008
Does Talking Get You Hired?
People talk freely all the time but not everyone gets paid for doing it!
Have your pipes ever got you a gig simply by chatting it up?
February 1, 2008
If you want to do voice acting for video games, PLAY THE GAMES
For whatever reason, voice acting for video games has become a fixation for me as of late and I can't seem to stop talking about it.
Maybe you know where I'm coming from!
At any rate, I thought an article about voice acting for video games was in order and invited DB Cooper, queen of video game voice acting, to join me today for your reading pleasure.
