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Meet Voices.com At VOICE 2012

VOICE 2012 logoThis June, voice over professionals from all over the world will gather in Anaheim, California for VOICE 2012!

Ashley and I look forward to attending the conference and representing Voices.com as sponsors at what promises to be the industry event of the year.

The conference takes place between June 13-16.

Hear more about this exciting event and how you can be part of it in today's VOX Daily.

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Voices.com Presents at PodCamp London 2011

PodCamp London 2011 LogoWill you be going to PodCamp London (Canada) on Saturday June 11, 2011?

Voices.com is sponsoring PodCamp London and will also serve as presenters speaking on the topics of social media and search engine optimization.

If you can't make the event in person, be sure to catch the live stream! More details to follow in today's VOX Daily.

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Voices.com Participates At Career Day For High School Students

SLOME logoVoices.com was a featured exhibitor at SLOME, an event geared toward students in London and the surrounding area in grades seven through twelve.

With over 3000 students registered to attend throughout the day, the atmosphere at the Western Fairgrounds in the Agriplex Building was exciting to say the least and our team met with hundreds of students.

Hear more about our experience exhibiting at SLOME and what it meant to us in today's VOX Daily.

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How Do You Stay Motivated and Self-Assured In Your Work?

Dark haired businesswoman smiling confidentlyDo you find it difficult being completely self-reliant in your work?

You're not alone.

It can be tough when you don't receive feedback on your work but that's the reality many freelancers and independent business people face.

Let's explore how successful business people are self-assured and how that key attribute can help freelancers stay motivated and on the road to success.

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Andy Boyns Podcasts "The Person Behind the Voice"

Bob Bergen with Andy BoynsWhat brought some of voice over's finest into the industry and what motivates them to stay?

Andy Boyns has started a new podcast series that takes a look at the person behind the voice, profiling a number of voice actors and personalities.

While at VOICE 2010, Andy graciously extended opportunities to many people to be interviewed and to share their story.

Find out more about these interviews and how you can listen to them in today's VOX Daily!

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VOICE 2010 Diversity Panel Coverage

Multiracial trio, two women and one manThe Diversity Panel has received a lot of attention post-VOICE 2010 and rightly so.

Big Llou Johnson was such a gracious host and the conversations during and after the panel were out of this world.

In today's VOX Daily, I'll be sharing what I took from the panel and hope that the exploration of this topic and discussions therein will be illuminating, encouraging and motivational.

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Interview with Morgan Freeman Sound A Like, Larry Davis

Larry DavisDuring VOICE 2010, I happened to meet a very interesting person who has the amazing ability to sound like one of the most beloved and universally recognizable voices working today.

Larry Davis, a professional voice over artist, is a man of many talents, including being able to sound like Morgan Freeman.

We got chatting after the Diversity panel and I'm excited to share my conversation with Larry about his work and how he has come to be known for delivering Hollywood style reads.

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Diversity... and Parity?

Multiracial hand circleFor those who were at the Diversity Panel moderated by Big Llou Johnson at VOICE 2010, it was hard to leave unmoved spiritually or emotionally.

The panel explored issues that some people in this industry prefer not to acknowledge resulting in a new understanding of the struggles and prejudices that minorities, specifically people of colour, face when on the job.

Herb Merriweather was also in attendance at this breakthrough panel and has some thoughts to share with us in today's VOX Daily.

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VOICE 2010 Audiobook Panel: Pat Fraley, Hillary Huber and Scott Brick

Books with headphones around themThree big name narrators were on hand for the VOICE 2010 audiobook panel to share insider tips, dispel myths and direct volunteers in long form narration.

Patrick Fraley, Hillary Huber and Scott Brick set the record straight on a number of fronts and provided information that is critical for anyone aspiring to record audiobooks, even for seasoned audiobook narrators, to hear.

Join me now in this coverage of the audiobook panel and an awesome display of talent. Enjoy!

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Invasion of the Headphone Snatchers!

Trash headphonesTo use or not to use headphones?

That is the question:

Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous decibels or to take arms against a sea of sound waves and by opposing thine headphones, end them.

Dan Roberts joins us today to share his reflections on whether or not you should put the cans on while performing a voice over as inspired by sessions at VOICE 2010.

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Promo Panel at VOICE 2010

Microphones lined upThe Promo Panel is always a session to look forward to at VOICE and this one was no exception.

Joe Cipriano moderated the panel which was jam packed with top talent who do promos and trailers including Scott Rummell, Ashton Smith, Rino Romano, Sylvia Villagran, and Stew Herrera.

Glean some wisdom from promo royalty today on VOX Daily.

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PromaxBDA Honors Joe Cipriano with Don LaFontaine Legacy Award

Joe CiprianoPromaxBDA and Brief Magazine are proud to present the 2nd Annual Don LaFontaine Legacy Award to Joe Cipriano.

Created collectively by PromaxBDA, Rudy Gaskins and Anita LaFontaine to honor the name, memory and defining legacy of one of the world's most famous voices, the Don LaFontaine Legacy Award recognizes a voice of impact as determined by a specialized industry committee.

Through the criteria filter of character, longevity, talent, professionalism and the passion for giving back, this year's recipient embodies much of Don's defining legacy.

The award will be presented to Joe on June 24, 2010.

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Maurice LaMarche's Take on Voice Acting

Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarcheWhat makes voice acting special to you?

How do you feel when you step up to the mic, get into character or create something worth hearing with your very own voice?

Each voice actor may articulate their feelings in a different way, however, there are some common threads that bind.

Voice actors Maurice LaMarche and Rob Paulsen were kind to share how they felt at the VOICE 2010 Celebrity Banquet.

Hear how Maurice LaMarche describes character voice acting and share your own thoughts and feelings on the subject here at VOX Daily.

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How About Some Smurf Justice for June Foray?

June Foray at VOICE 2010June Foray, now approaching 93 years of age, was the original voice of Jokey Smurf.

With a Smurf film coming down the pipe, Paul Reubens has been cast as Jokey and our June's name is nowhere in sight on the cast list... for shame!

That's exactly what Dave Courvoisier and Bob Bergen thought. Dave and Bob decided to help us take the matter into our own hands as a community and seek some Smurf Justice for June by utilizing social media.

Lend a hand and make your voice heard!

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8 Elements of Comedy with Pat Fraley

Brad Garrett and Pat Fraley

Can anyone learn how to be funny?

Comedy has a formula, and in today's VOX Daily, I'm going to share some of what master voice over instructor Pat Fraley had to share in his VOICE 2010 presentation that had people laughing into the aisles and falling off their chairs.

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Stay Tuned For Coverage of VOICE 2010

Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Los Angeles

I'm writing to you from the VOICE 2010 conference in Los Angeles where I, among hundreds of other voice over people, will from June 2nd through June 5th, 2010.

Want to know how to keep up with what's going on here without having to leave home?

Stay tuned to Voices.com on Twitter, Facebook and of course, VOX Daily!

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Spotlight on Katherine Kellgren, Audie Award-Winning Narrator

Katherine KellgrenKatherine Kellgren, though classically trained, sophisticated and sonorous, narrates stories from the depths of her soul, combining talent and skill with pure passion infused by a love of the spoken word, uplifted by her father's devoted ears.

I was there to see Katherine present at the Audies and also be acknowledged for her talent. Fortunately, I also was present to hear her speak at the BookExpo America Audiobook and Author Tea, discovering more about her creative process and hearing a reading from "Bloody Jack: Being an Account of the Curious Adventures of Mary 'Jacky' Faber, Ship's Boy."

Learn more about this lovely and gracious lady who not only walked away with three Audies this year but also with the hearts of those to whom she read.

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Surprising and Interesting Places a Voiceover Career Has Led To

Lawrence Circle in Schenectady, NYHave you ever heard that it's the journey that matters, not just getting to the destination?

You may find in your travels that going to events issues opportunities to learn, to admire and reminisce in a beautiful and historic setting, combining voice over with the local culture.

Voice talent Linda Ristig shares her experiences in the American city of Schenectady, NY. By setting aside time to explore her surroundings, Linda was introduced to people, places and things within the city gates, connecting with her in meaningful ways.

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Voice Coaches Expo Expert Panel Discussion 2009

Microphones for Interviews

This transcript of the Voice Coaches expert panel will make you feel like you were there, and for those who were there, you get to relive some of the event!

If you've been wondering what the difference is between NYC and LA for voice over, when it's time to redo your demo, what the current trends are, working as a voice actor in an animated film or cartoon, what it takes to get the gig and why it pays to be prepared (and a little nervous), sit back and let the experts deliver the answers to you here at VOX Daily.

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Rodney Saulsberry Wows and Inspires at Voice Coaches Expo

Gigantic Beech treeVoice over legend Rodney Saulsberry returned to the Voice Coaches Expo to a rousing, standing ovation.

A Detroit native and graduate of the University of Michigan, Rodney Saulsberry is one of the most sought-after voice talents in our industry. As one of the top movie trailer voices in the business, moviegoers have heard Rodney's voice promoting some of the most popular films of recent years, including How Stella Got Her Groove Back, Friday, Drumline, Finding Forrester, Tyler Perry's Diary of a Mad Black Woman, Dumb and Dumberer, and many more. His voice has also announced for prestigious ceremonies including the NAACP Image Awards and the Essence Awards.

Filled with anticipation, people sat in the darkened theater, fully engaged in captivating storytelling that was both authentic and inspired.

Learn more from this phenomenal teacher through this coverage and hear about some personal experiences in voice acting.

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Voices.com Speaks at Voice Coaches Expo 2009, Shares Power Tips

Profile screen shot, Voices.com Voice Talent Joy Lyn ShawDavid and I delivered an interactive presentation that shares how members of Voices.com can get the most out of the service and gave some power tips that make a world of difference.

Giving the presentation was so much fun! I'm excited to share some of the highlights with you now.

Even if you are already doing much of what is mentioned, you'll probably find something new that you haven't explored or tried, so dig in!

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Building Your Home Recording Studio? Advice from Sweetwater Sound

Bluebird microphoneHaving a home recording studio is a given if you want to be a professional voice talent in today's world.

Even if you do most of your work outside of your home in local studios, you will still need to have a basic setup available to you 24/7 in the comfort and convenience of your own home.

Hear about some new pieces of audio recording equipment that might be an attractive fit for your digital home recording studio via advice from Sweetwater Sound's Mark Magdich courtesy of the Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo.

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The Evolution of Voice Over in Multimedia by Dan Dinsmore

Woman taking a picture of herself with her cell phoneHow has the use of voice over changed in multimedia over the years?

You'd be amazed by where a few decades has brought voice over! In fact, you'd even be more amazed by what a matter of months can do in the age of modern multimedia.

This informative lecture presented by Dan Dinsmore of Overit Media at the Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo will share how new doors of opportunity have opened for voice over talent online, specifically through podcasts and interactive gaming.

Want to learn more?

Gain a new perspective on this field and learn how you can make multimedia voice over part of your business.

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Doing It By The Audiobook With Full Cast Audio's Dan Bostick

woman-man-recording-one-microphone.jpgHave you been wondering about getting into the world of audio book narration?

What about playing a role as part of a full cast of characters?

Dan Bostick, Artistic Director of Full Cast Audio, a speaker at the Voice Coaches Marketing Expo, describes how the company got started, their creative process and shows you how working with a variety of voice actors to achieve a common goal can be a rewarding experience.

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How To Make Traditional Self-Marketing Work in a Virtual World

Man networking with a womanThe first presentation at the Voice Coaches Expo this year was delivered by Jay Silverman, discussing how technology can help to facilitate traditional marketing techniques while reminding us that offline marketing is still one of the most personal and effective ways to self-promote.

I've taken some time to jot down much of what Jay advised as well as added my own thoughts in this article about how you can leverage technology combined with the personal touch.

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Adam Caplan Shares Experiences Working With Don LaFontaine

Don LaFontaineAdam Caplan gave an amazing presentation at PodCamp London called "The Practice of Brevity", teaching us how to deliver a compelling, educational and entertaining message in two minutes or less.

Don LaFontaine's name came up as someone he had worked with and I decided to follow up with Adam to discover more about his experiences with "The Don". Adam has graciously shared some of his insight and memories here with us at VOX Daily for you to enjoy.

Learn more about how Don LaFontaine's masterful application of the art of brevity helped him to make a significant and profound impact while maintaining his trademark delivery and singular style.

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Content is King But Voice is Queen - Vocal Health Session at PodCamp London

PodCamp London LogoLearn how to take care of your voice, engage in a vocal warmup, speak clearly and become more confident behind the microphone.

Discover how you can improve your voice over technique and achieve a personal best with regard to vocal performance.

Your audience will thank you!

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Voice Coaches Expo "Technology + You = Opportunity" on May 2, 2009

Voice Coaches Expo 2009

In the near future, many of the voice over industry's brightest minds will gather for an event that is sure to knock your socks off.

Voices.com is pleased to announce that the Voice Coaches Expo, "Technology + You = Opportunity" will take place on Saturday May 2nd in Schenectady, NY at the GE Theater, featuring presenters and experts within the field of voice over and beyond, to name just one, Rodney Saulsberry!

Find out more about this event now.

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Midwest Voice Conference : Neurological Diseases Associated with Voice Disorders

Dr. Arlene Barr

Do You Know Who Has Had a Stroke or Has Parkinson's Disease?

In Dr. Arlene Barr's lecture, she discussed how neurological diseases are related to voice disorders, featuring Stroke and Parkinson's Disease, among others.

Learn more about how neurological disorders affect speech at VOX Daily.

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Midwest Voice Conference : Rhinology and The Voice

Dr. Stephanie Joe

Doc, I've Got Sinus!

Learn all about:

๏ How allergies develop
๏ Treatment options

Dr. Stephanie Joe gives us the rundown on runny noses in this excerpt from her presentation at the Midwest Voice Conference in Chicago.

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Midwest Voice Conference : Pharyngeal Voice : Description and Application to Pop Music Styles

Diagram of the Pharynx

Ever heard of Pharyngeal Voice?

Some people debate its very existence while others study it and credit the singing style for their success.

Find out more about this centuries old method through this mind-bending lecture presented by Randy Buescher, of Your True Voice, and Dr. H. Steven Sims, Director of the Chicago Institute for Voice Care.

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Midwest Voice Conference : Do Singers Need to Be Fat?

Luciano Pavarotti

Does Girth Have Anything to Do With Your Voice?

Just because there are many portly singers doesn't necessarily mean that you need to be fat to be good.

In this lecture, we'll take a look at:

๏ The state of American obesity
๏ How obesity affects the voice
๏ Treatment options

Find out this and more, all courtesy of Dr. Carlos Galvani, here at VOX Daily.

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Midwest Voice Conference : Diagnostic Evaluation and Medical Treatment of Adult Patients with GERD

Dr. Jay L. Goldstein

What is GERD?

According to the American College of Gastroenterology, GERD is defined as:

"Chronic symptoms or mucosal damage produced by the abnormal reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus."

Do you have acid reflux?

If so, this lecture presented by Dr. Jay L. Goldstein will teach you the basic principals of gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), help you to understand how reflux can get to and affect the vocal folds, and learn about treatment options.

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Midwest Voice Conference : Current Methods in Singing Voice Rehabilitation

dr-karen-wicklund.jpg

Have you ever suffered a vocal injury?

For those of you who have you know the long road to vocal recovery that presents special challenges and demands.

Read some pearls of wisdom from Karen Wicklund, MD, as she shares some tips on how to help recover from a voice injury like surgery, nodules or a vocal hemorrhage and also how to take it easy while exercising your voice to return to full strength.

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Midwest Voice Conference Coverage Begins Today!

woman-singing-microphone-vintage-525.jpg

Last weekend, I had the privilege of attending the Midwest Voice Conference on August 9, at the University of Illinois at Chicago, an event sponsored in part by Voices.com.

Prepare to be educated en mass! I'll be covering two lectures each day in this week dedicated to protecting your asset, in other words, your voice.

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Meet Me in Chicago at the Midwest Voice Conference August 9, 2008

Diagram of the vocal organs

A couple of weeks ago, you may remember that I wrote an article about the Midwest Voice Conference, but what I didn't say at the time is that I will also be there!

In this article, I've detailed the conference program so that you have a chance to learn more about what you can expect from this one-day event on Saturday August 9, 2008 in Chicago.

Will you be coming?

Let me know by adding a comment so that we can meet up :)

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Midwest Voice Conference in Chicago on August 9, 2008

2008 Midwest Voice Conference

Voices.com is pleased to provide promotional sponsorship for the Second Annual Midwest Voice Conference in Chicago, IL on Saturday, August 9, 2008 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

If you use your voice to earn a living, make your way to this very informative, enlightening and practical conference in Chicago!

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Rapid Fire Experts Panel Discussion at Voice Coaches Conference

Voice Coaches Marketing Expo 2008 Expert Panel

At the end of the day, we were treated to an expert panel Q&A session featuring Rodney Saulsberry, Billy Serow, Evan Farmer, Heather Frenz, David Ciccarelli, Dan Dinsmore, Jay Silverman, Jenny Marcotte, and David Bourgeois.

Get some fabulous insight and then some here on VOX Daily.

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When Preparation Meets Opportunity, You Get Luck

Rodney Saulsberry speaking at the Voice Coaches Expo

Rodney Saulsberry taught people more than a thing or two about how you can bank on your voice at the Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo and Conference.

Discover some tips that will more than get you on your way and light a lively fire beneath you in your voice over career.

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Abrams Artists Agency is Big League VO

Big League VO is where some of the meatiest, most lucrative voice over jobs are acquired, but the latest news out of the traditionally union-dominated Manhattan voice over scene may surprise you.

Find out how the US economy continues to take a bite out of union work.

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Sweetwater Sound Drills Down Basics of Home Recording for Voice Actors

Mark Magdich Sweetwater Sound

Mark Magdich from Fort Wayne, Indiana flew in and gave a whirlwind talk featuring audio recording equipment and basic concepts of home recording for voice actors.

Discover the benefits of investing in quality gear and learn about standard technologies you should have in your studio.

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13 REs of Self-Marketing for Voice Actors

Bagels

Jay Silverman of Voice Coaches took his bulldog at the gate lecture to new heights with a baker's dozen of self-marketing tips specific to offline marketing for voice actors.

While these tips are based upon traditional marketing procedures elements of this presentation can also be applied for auditions online through the voice over marketplace.

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Game On : Gaming Voiceovers

SpiderMan Videogame Voiceovers

When it comes to blockbuster video games few companies compete with Vicarious Visions and Activision.

Are you ready to go inside the world of gaming voiceovers?

This article profiles Vicarious Visions' gaming VO Producer Evan Skolnick. Evan has worked as a producer and writer on games including Guitar Hero, Spider Man 3, Shrek 2 and numerous others.

At the Voice Coaches Marketing Expo, we learned how material is prepared for recording and how Evan works collaboratively with his team on both coasts, as well as celebrities like Tobey Maguire and James Franco to complete the job.

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Secret Playbook for Marketing on Voices.com

The Secret Playbook For Marketing On Voices.com

As promised, here starts the coverage of the presentations at the Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo and Conference that was held in Schenectady, NY.

To kick things off, I'd like to share the Voices.com presentation with you and other articles will follow throughout the week.

Check out the Secret Playbook for Marketing on Voices.com and the Internet!

You can revisit this playbook once per year. Just like you would a business plan or doing an annual check-up at the doctors who looks for the same stuff year-over-year, it’s important to have a solid foundation for your voice acting career.

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Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo and Conference Mixer

Cocktail Party Group

After seven hours of driving, we arrived in Schenectady, NY for the Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo and Conference at the GE Theater at Proctors.

The energy here is great and everyone can't wait for what tomorrow will bring. Come join us by catching the latest news on VOX Daily!

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Voice Coaches Marketing Expo : Experts Panel

Hilton Garden Inn Albany NYEnjoy a Q&A period at the Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo!

Learn from industry experts Jim Sciancalepore, Heather Frenz, Bob Souer, David Ciccarelli, Billy Serow, Evan Farmer, and David Bourgeois.

Moderating the discussion was Voice Coaches Marketing Director, Warren Garling.

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Voice Coaches Marketing Expo : Voices.com

Voice Over in the Google EraDavid and Stephanie Ciccarelli presented on the topic of Voice Over in the Google Era.

With so many ways to promote your voice using the monolithic conglomerate that is Google, there's no stopping the voice over industry online!

Discover ways that you can improve and increase your presence on the Internet as a voice over talent regardless of your location.

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Voice Coaches Marketing Expo : Overit Media

Overit MediaDoes your demo have a case of the uglies?

Join the graphic design experts Dan Dinsmore and Phil Montelone from Overit Media as they give tips on how "putting on the makeup" for your Demo CD and branding materials.

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Voice Coaches Marketing Expo : Billy Serow

Billy Serow Abrams ArtistsLooking for a voice over agent in top tier commercial voice casting?

Learn more about Billy Serow, a commercial voice talent agent at the Abrams Agency in New York City.

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Voice Coaches Marketing Expo : Albany Ad Club

Albany Ad ClubMarketing yourself as effectively as you could locally?

Learn some hot tips on how to grow your circle of influence and increase your bottom line with tips from Stacey Nooney, Marketing Director / Project Director for Working Pictures in Albany, NY.

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Voice Coaches Marketing Expo : Jay Silverman

Jay SilvermanMeet Jay Silverman, the resident Advanced Self Marketing Guru at VoiceCoaches.com.

Learn about the concept of how to make the administrative assistant (or bulldog) your friend to get to where you want to go when marketing your talents for voice over work!

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Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo

Voice Coaches

We're at the Voice Coaches Advanced Marketing Expo just outside of Albany, NY.

Learn more about this fantastic organization of progressive and caring instructors through the VOX Daily blog!

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Ever Had Your Demo Critiqued?

Voice Over Demo CritiqueLooking for ways to improve your voice acting or voice over demo?

At VOX Daily, we've compiled some of the most applicable and interesting tips from industry professionals on the Hot Seat Panel at VOICE 2007, sharing them with you to learn from and prosper by!

Check some of these tips organized by category. I'm sure at least one of the nuggets of wisdom presented will be of use to you.

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VOICE Conference : DB Cooper

DB Cooper VoiceWant to be a video game voice actor?

Learn the biz of video game voice acting and secrets on how to keep Gamers happy with your performance by reading this wonderful article about DB Cooper's VOICE 2007 lecture "Infinite Ammo".

Get ready to rock!

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VOICE 2007 : Bob Bergen

Bob Bergen and Porky PigWho is the real Porky Pig?

How did he get there?

What keeps him going?

Read about Bob Bergen's extraordinary one man show "Not Just Another Pretty Voice" here at VOX Daily.

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VOICE Conference: MJ Lallo

MJ Lallo at VOICE 2007Looking for a Character workout?

MJ Lallo brought the house down with her comedic personality and unique character voice acting techniques.

Learn some tips on how to make the most of your character voice acting career from a pro's point of view.

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VOICE 2007 : Don LaFontaine

Don LaFontaineWine, cheese, Don...

Couldn't get much better than that!

Want to know more?

Keep reading!

Discover the magic that is Don LaFontaine, the King of Voice Overs.

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VOICE Conference : Bettye Zoller

Bettye ZollerHas it been your dream to see your name on the credits of an audio book at Barnes & Noble or on Audible.com?

Have storytelling skills burning a hole in your pocket?

Bettye Zoller presented a fabulous lecture on the business of audio books and how you can find your voice in the 2nd largest growing sector of the entertainment business.

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Debbie Munro on VOICE 2007

Debbie MunroA member of the Canadian contingent that came to VOICE 2007 in Las Vegas, Debbie Munro has some insight to share with you!

Find out what one of Canada's top VO coaches thought of the VOICE conference.

As Deb says, "We discovered that we’re still in the baby steps of something huge about to burst."

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VOICE Conference : Gregory Best

Gregory Best VOICE 2007New to the Art of Negotiation?

Are you in for a treat!

Let master negotiator Gregory Best show you the ropes on how to negotiate and use your negotiation skills to your advantage in the business of voice over.

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3rd iPod Shuffle Winner at VOICE 2007

Debbie Andreen iPod Shuffle Voices.comThe anticipation mounted as the third and final iPod Shuffle winner was being drawn.

A mass of people ran up to the stage to get their business cards in last minute for the drawing...

What follows could only be described as WOW!

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VOICE Conference : James Alburger and Penny Abshire

James Alburger and Penny AbshireJust what is the psychology of voice over?

Something to do with left brain and right brain...?

To find out, check out James Alburger and Penny Abshire's lecture presented at VOICE 2007!

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VOICE Conference : Pat Fraley

Pat Fraley VOICE 2007Just how many tricks did Pat Fraley smuggle out of Hollywood?

These tricks will astound you!

Learn from one of the masters in this hilarious post.

Pat Fraley delivers pure Edutainment!

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VOICE Conference : Chris Wagner

Chris WagnerNeed a website tuneup?

Chris Wagner's lecture on voice over on the World Wide Web will give you several ideas on how to renovate your online real estate.

Read, take notes, and apply!

Discover some of the hottest website secrets unleashed at VOICE 2007.

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VOICE 2007 : What Was Your Favorite Moment?

Palace Station Hotel, Las VegasHave a special memory of VOICE 2007?

Share it with everyone as a comment on the blog!

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VOICE Conference : Frank Frederick

Frank FrederickYou don't have to serenade your clients beneath their balcony literally, but it doesn't hurt to send them some good old fashioned "Love Notes".

Frank Frederick's lecture on the subject of getting your customers to love you was a hit with those who have a way with words.

Branding all the way along, you'll thoroughly enjoy this post for the sheer loveliness of it! Grab a tic tac and get ready for some Love Notes with Frank Frederick, The Voice.

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VOICE Conference : Connie Terwilliger Part II

Connie Terwilliger Voice CoachWhat kind of instrument do you have?

When it comes to voice quality and professional range, you need to know how to work that instrument of yours.

Find out what pro voice talent and coach Connie Terwilliger has to say on the matter!

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VOICE Conference : Connie Terwilliger

Connie TerwilligerCurious about the Art of Science and Self-Evaluation where voice over is concerned?

Looking for a formula for success as a professional voice over talent?

Connie Terwilliger may just have the answers you're looking for!

Read about Connie's lecture from VOICE 2007 to conduct your own self-assessment of where you stand in the world of voice overs.

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6 Hour Flight with iPod in Tow

Kara Edwards Voice ActorWho got the second iPod?

A lovely lady with a long flight home!

Check out this post to find out who the winner of the second iPod Shuffle at the VOICE Conference was, sponsored by Voices.com.

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VOICE Conference : Rodney Saulsberry

Rodney SaulsberryHave you read Rodney Saulsberry's book, "Step Up To The Mic"?

If not, this account from notes taken during Rodney's lecture at VOICE 2007 is an awesome preview of the book.

If you missed the conference or haven't yet read the book...

You've got to read this!

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iPod Shuffle Winner at Voices.com

Jeff Gelder VoiceThe first iPod Shuffle has been drawn for!

This is the first of three iPod Shuffles, so if you haven't put your business card in our special box yet, be sure to do so before the conference is through.

Find out who won the iPod Shuffle and put a name and face to one of your colleagues.

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The VOICE Conference!

At the halfway point for the conference, there's been lots to celebrate!

Find out what's going on at the VOICE Conference at VOX Daily, and remember...

What happens in Vegas, doesn't have to stay in Vegas!

Voice Conference 2007

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PodCamp Toronto: How to make your podcast more listenable

Peter O'Connell PodCampPeter O'Connell of audio'connell wowed PodCamp with expert advice and hot tips on recording equipment, teaching the crew about PodPresence.

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