SHOW NOTES On Episode 15, we discuss current read style trends in the VO industry, The Pros and Cons of Normalization, and how to know when you are ready to approach VO Agencies. This is the last episode of 2017 before we take a break, thank you so much for listening to the show during this first run of episodes, and a special thanks to everyone wh…

On Episode 014, Guest Co-Host Bill DeWees joins the show to discuss Marketing, Conversational Read Styles, having silence between phrases in a read, and developing a consistent plan for marketing your business. Bill is a professional VO Talent who has voiced projects for clients including Chevrolet, Dell, Best Buy, Exxon Mobil, and many more. Bill …

On Episode 013, Guest Co-Host John Florian Joins the show. John is the creator of VoiceOverXtra, a leading online publication for the Voice-Over Community, featuring articles, blogs, podcasts, webinars and more great content and resources for VO Talent. John and I discuss ongoing education as a talent, networking, versatility, how to select a mic, …

On Episode 012, Guest Co-Host Marc Scott joins the show to discuss Marketing, Getting into Character, Home Studio Audio Quality, and ways to stay on the radar of clients and prospects. Marc is a professional VO Talent who has voiced projects for clients including PetSmart, Sprint, Verizon and many more. Marc is also a VO Coach and offers many cours…

SHOW NOTES In Episode 011, We'll discuss the reasons why clients like Live Directed Sessions and how to offer them, What a Noise Floor is, what yours should be, and how to improve yours, as well as Bookkeeping and what data and information to track for your business. Timestamps 01:10 - Performance Question: Why, specifially, do clients want directe…

SHOW NOTES In Episode 010, we'll discuss making the leap from a part-time talent to a full time talent and the benefits of doing so, as well as artifacts left over from sloppy audio edits, and how to deal with follow ups in regards to cold calling and email marketing. Timestamps Performance Question: 01:20 What are the benefits of switching from vo…

On Episode 009, we are joined by guest co-host Joe Zieja. Joe is an established voice-over talent based in LA, who has lent his voice to commercials, promos, animation, and gaming projects. He is also a top booking talent on Online Casting (P2P) Sites. Joe's credits include VO work for clients such as Nintendo, McDonald's, Starbucks, Marvel, and ma…

SHOW NOTES In Episode 008, We discuss some tips for dealing with Mouth Noise, Studio Noise Floors, and Submitting Multiple Takes for an Audition. We'll also do a home studio review of one of our listener's audio. Timestamps Performance Question: 00:35 How can I reduce or eliminate Mouth Sounds from my recordings? Audio Question: 04:53 What's the be…

On Episode 007, we are joined by guest co-host John Melley. John is the Production Director for Boston's award winning* Mix 104.1 (WBMX) as well as an established voice-over talent. John is known throughout the Boston area and nationally for the great character voices he uses in commercials, promotions and announcements. Writing the copy for many o…

SHOW NOTES In Episode 006, We'll answer questions about how to keep consistency in your reads for long projects, live directed session options, and standards for reimbursement for expenses during a project. We'll also do a home studio review of one of our listener's audio. Timestamps Performance Question: 00:44 What are some ways to keep consistenc…

SHOW NOTES In Episode 005, we're joined by guest co-host Dave Courvoisier. Dave is a professional Voice-over talent and News Anchor with over 30 years of experience, as well as an established author and blogger. Dave also serves as one of the founders of WoVo, the World Voices Organization. Timestamps 01:15 - Interview with Dave Courvoisier 17:18 -…

SHOW NOTES In Episode 004, we answer questions about auditions and jobs that take place in-studio, Punch & Roll techniques, and advanced methods of prospecting and finding niche leads, as well as review a Mock Audition Timestamps Performance Question: 00:48 What are tips or things to keep in mind for auditions or jobs that take place in person? Aud…

On Episode 3, we're joined by guest co-host Rodney Saulsberry, who in addition to being a prominent VO Talent, is also a coach, screen actor, singer, and author. He's written 3 Voice-Over related books which you can check out at the links below, and be sure to check out his website and follow Rodney on Twitter. Timestamps 01:56 - Interview with Rod…

On Episode 2, we're joined by guest co-host J.Michael Collins. With over twenty years of experience as a professional voice actor, J.Michael Collins has worked with some of the biggest companies, brands, sports leagues, and organizations on the planet. In addition to his work in the classic, agency-based world of VO, J. Michael has established hims…

SHOW NOTES In Episode 001, We'll answer questions about Warm-Up Routines, Post-Production Signal Chains, and Marketing. We'll also do a home studio review of one of our listener's audio. Timestamps Performance Question: 01:08 What quick Warm-up techniques are the most effective? Audio Question: 05:27 What are the effects that should be used in the …

Show Notes: Episode 000 is an intro and overview of the Voice-Over Roadmap Podcast. We'll give a brief intro to host, Michael Langsner, as well as an idea of what to expect on future episodes of the show. Listen to the show right here on VoiceoverRoadmap.com or iTunes or Youtube. Youtube Link: The Voice-Over Roadmap Podcast on YouTube iTunes Link: …