Three Skills for Voice-Over Actors

When most people think of acting,  the terms theater, film, and TV come to mind, but the acting world also offers opportunities involving just your voice. In order to become a voice-over actor, it is important to have these three skills to succeed.

1.       Articulation-Speaking clearly is very important. Voice-over acting has similar principles to regular acting; You can have a pretty voice (face), but if you do not have the skills to back it up, you will not be as usable or marketable. You also want to make sure clarity is used when you are representing certain products. If you cannot pronounce the names or be easily understood, we have a problem.

2.       Versatility- The more you learn to make your voice different the more countless opportunities you will open for yourself. Take voice classes or an accents class to add to your library of voices and make you more versatile!

3.       Ability to play to the microphone-Know how to use a microphone to your best advantage! When using a mic, don’t touch it or it will pick up unwanted sounds. Do not even tap or blow into it when testing it. To test a microphone, just speak into it the exact way you will when you speak.Take off any jewelry or objects that may make noise while recording. Don’t move around in your chair, (prevent noise) if you're sitting on one. Wear comfortable shoes that don’t squeak when you move.  Make sure to always dress professionally to a voice-over acting audition. Even if you are not being seen, you still want to remain professional.
-There is a WHOLE WORLD behind the microphone waiting for your voice to tell the story! Get out there and AUDITION!! -Actors Nook Team



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