Speechless: Real Life in VO.

We continue our discussion about Agents in Voiceover. In this episode we talk about ways to land an agent, industry protocols, and discuss if an agent is really necessary for VO success. LOTS of TIPS in this episode!!! Resources mentioned in this episode:  Agent Nights: https://TheVOPros.com Acting and Voice Studios https://www.actingandvoicestudios.com/ VO Weekly Workout https://www.voweekly...

The Mystery of Voice Over Agents. Are you ready? In this episode we talk about the value of an agent. We also discuss how you know when you’re ready. Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Agent Nights: https://theVOPros.com Acting and Voice Studios https://www.actingandvoicestudios.co...

What's AI got to do with it? Expert insight from VO Lawyer, Robert Sciglimpaglia. Robert was born in Stamford, Connecticut. He graduated in 1988 with a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Political Science. Robert then graduated from Pace University School of Law in 1991. He is currently a practicing attorney, as well as an actor and accomplished voice over artist. Resources mentioned in this epis...

Marketing can be complicated. In this episode, we talk about the first steps to knowing what to spend time on for marketing your Freelance VO Business. Also, we share what marketing has worked for us to bring in our highest paying clients.  Do you need to fire some lowest-paying clients, and what are you willing to try next? Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before e...

Online casting - aka Pay to Play casting sites. What are they all about? Do voice actors need P2P's? We explain the what, where, and why of online casting in voice over. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://Voquent.com Cast Voices https://castvoices.com https://Voice123.com https://V123Pros.com Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://ww...

Why Aren’t I Booking Any Voice Overs?  - aka “When should I quit my day job?”Are you good at the craft of voice over? How about the technology required? Are you marketing yourself? And... are you working hard or hardly working? Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Dan Lenard’s h...

If you are doing any of these things we mention in the show, BEWARE! Super uncool! Super unprofessional! Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Join us: https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Email us: SpeechlessVO@gmail.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: SpeechlessVO Follow us on Instagram: @speechlessvo Written and Produced b...

Kim and Natasha think peer-led voiceover workouts, and all VO workouts are GREAT! We’ll tell you why... and explain what they are! Resources mentioned in this episode: GVAA Workouts https://globalvoiceacademy.com/ LIVO https://www.livotakeover.com/ VO Collective https://www.thevocollective.com VO dojo https://www.thevodojo.com/ VO Heaven https://larryhudsonvo.com/vo-heaven/ VOWeekly Workout https:...

Got stage fright? Most of us have it. In this episode, we give you a whole bunch of tips for presentation skills, engaging your audience, and networking. Be graceful - good practice for life & business. Resources mentioned in this episode: Toastmasters https://www.toastmasters.org/ Professor Baker https://www.cozymeal.com/chefs/1467/mixologist-anthony Instagram - @professor.baker Signup for ou...

Branding is... the story of you. So, what’s Your vibe? This episode covers the what, where, when, who of branding, so-to-speak. Lots to think about as freelancers! Resources mentioned in this episode: Free People https://www.freepeople.com/ Jonathan Tilley https://www.jonathantilley.com/ League of List Builders https://www.leagueoflistbuilders.com/ Celia Siegel https://celiasiegel.com/ VoiceOver A...

Voice Over Tips for Medical Narration -aka “Getting Your $#!+ Together for Voicing Medical Scripts” - aka “Fecal Swabs and the Shape of Poo.”Medical narration is hard! In this episode we give you tips on how to prepare for these tricky sessions Resources mentioned in this episode: Debbie Irwin https://debbieirwin.com/medical-narration-coaching Jullie Williams https://juliewilliamscoaches.com/ Marc...

Are you using Glam Shots for your profile pic? Awkward! In this episode we discuss the importance of a professional social media profile picture and how to prepare for one. Resources mentioned in this episode: VO Heaven http://www.voheavenworkouts.com/ How to Prepare for Profile Pics https://natashamarchewka.com/voice-actor-headshots Is Your Profile Pic Looking a Little Creepy? https://natashamarc...

Handling rejection as a VO talent -aka “Did They Go in a Different Direction?” We discuss being “replaceable” - it’s not necessarily a bad thing! Resources mentioned in this episode: Linda Daley, Daley Progress (For Newsletters) https://daleyprogress.com/ Blog post: Loyalty in Voice Over https://natashamarchewka.com/loyalty-in-voiceover https://www.instagram.com/vitacoco/ https://www.instagram.com...

Facing the realities of working from home as a freelance VO talent -aka “Are You Wearing Pants Right Now?” We discuss our tricks and tips for staying motivated! Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Kay Bess Trust and Be Brave: Voiceover Community, Coaching, and Encouragement https://...

Do Freelancers Need Branded Promotional Items? - aka “Does Anyone Really Want a Mug with Your Mug on it?!”  We discuss how to use promotional items, if you’re going to use them. Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Prescribe Nutrition: https://prescribe-nutrition.com/ Studiobric...

Finding the right voice over coach for your level -aka "Do you and your coach vibe?" Coaching is a life-long process! Know how to find the best for you. Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Thom Pinto: https://www.thompinto.com/ Keri Tombazian: https://keritombazian.com/ Nancy Wolfso...

How to Get New Clients aka “Voice Over Talent's #1 Question!” We discuss tried and true methods of getting new clients. Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here:   https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Blog post - When Being Canadian is Embarrassing: https://natashamarchewka.com/when-being-canadian-is-embarrassing/ Linked...

How to speak when you're stumbling through - for VO and speakers alike! aka "We’re Rolling! Take 137." aka “Tips on How to Talk When You Can't.” Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here:   https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Merriam Webster: https://www.merriam-webster.com/ Forvo: https://forvo.com/ Dictionary: https:/...

Why Mingle With Your Competition? Why bother talking to your competitors? aka “Networking with other talent.” We discuss all the advantages to hobnobbing with other voice talent. Signup for our show takeaways, resources, and drink recipes before episodes air here: https://www.speechlessvo.com/ Resources mentioned in this episode: StudioBricks: https://studiobricks.com/ GVAA: https://globalvoiceaca...