Sound Advice for Voice Talent
ProComm Voices producer Dan Friedman has penned his first book on the subject of voice overs. It’s called ‘Sound Advice: Voiceover from an Audio Engineer’s Perspective.’ As both a producer […]
...Read MoreMaking Your Script Voice Over Friendly
Want to make your voice talent happy? Want to make your next voice over session go more smoothly, perhaps saving you some money in the process? Take an extra minute and examine your voice over script. Following a few simple rules can make your script easier to read, easier to interpret, and ultimately get you better reads in less time from the voice over talent you have hired.
...Read MoreDoes Gender Matter When Casting Voice Talent?
It’s a question that creative directors and writers ask themselves all the time. “Should I cast a male voice talent or a female voice talent?” Recently Adweek and Harris Interactive […]
...Read MoreSpanish Voice Overs and Translation: Steps to Success (Part 3)
In our two previous articles about getting the most out of Spanish voiceovers and script translation, we focused on the importance of using fully bilingual, native speakers throughout the process, and the practice of using a neutral Spanish dialect versus regional dialects.
In this third installment, we will focus on different ways that timings affect Spanish voice over sessions.
...Read MoreMicrophone Technique for Voice Over Talent
The ability to use proper microphone technique to bring out the best in your voice is indicative of a true voice over professional. Learning and utilizing proper microphone technique is incredibly helpful when it comes to editing, mixing and producing great voice overs. For a voice talent, knowing how to: avoid plosives, adjust for dynamics, and “work” the microphone so that it will enhance the emotion of the delivery are essential skills.
...Read MoreSpanish Voice Overs and Translation: Steps to Success (Part 2)
In our previous article about getting the best out of Spanish voice over and translation, we discussed the importance of using native speakers, and the use of Neutral Spanish as the generally accepted dialect for most projects in the Western Hemisphere.
In this installment, we will delve further into the importance of using fully bilingual, native speakers for translation and voice talent, as well as the importance of using a native-tongue director to get the best out of a Spanish-language voiceover session.
...Read MoreSpanish Voice Overs and Translation: Steps to Success (Part 1)
As the Hispanic demographic has grown in the United States, the broadcast advertising industry has taken notice, and more companies are becoming involved in Spanish-language voice overs. Taking the time to consider a few basics can make the process much more streamlined and economical, and ultimately communicate a better message to your audience.
...Read MoreWhich Voice Over Microphone is Right for You?
As a professional voice talent, choosing the right microphone is one of the most important decisions you will make, in regards to your home studio. This article offers helpful advice in how to approach your selection.
...Read MoreChildren & Kid Voice Talent: 7 Directing Tips to Get the Most Out of Young Voice Actors
Using children for your voice overs can be very rewarding, but it does take a different approach to directing. In most cases, with a little patience and the right amount of positive reinforcement, you’ll get that cute-as-a-button take you’re after. These tips will help you get there.
...Read MoreVoice Over Mics Compared: Neumann U87 vs. TLM103
Choosing a microphone is one of the most important career decisions you will ever have to make as a voice talent. You should consider your microphone to be an extension of your voice, personality, character and sound. Many voiceover artists breaking into the industry, as well as those with years of experience call ProComm Studio Services for advice on what equipment to buy for their home studios. When it comes to microphones we prefer the Neumann TLM103.
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