As commercial voice over actors, we strive to eliminate the "sell" in a piece of copy. We aim to sound natural and conversational as we talk about things like the "sensorial experience of Clorox Scentiva™ Disinfecting Mopping Cloths". We do it, and because we are trained actors, we do it well.
However, as soon as we start looking for work, some of us grasp at every job we can get and sell ourselves in a blatant way. Ironically, we forget that just as these companies work very hard to figure out every detail of their product - the color, the label, the sound of the voice that presents it - we, too, must spend quality time asking ourselves the right questions to promote our product -our voice- in a natural way.
By knowing what images your voice evokes, and branding yourself accordingly, clients will connect with your voice visually. They'll know who you are, where you fit in, and how you are going to solve their problem.
The process of branding can be overwhelming when you have no idea where to start.
Ian Price, a graphic design branding expert, demystifies the process as he discusses the importance of branding, how to find your specific brand, and create a marketable image that’s right for you!
Once you've figured out your brand, you'll need to promote it to let potential clients know that you are exactly the resource that they need.
But beware, self-promotion is not for the faint-hearted!
Keith Norton will build your confidence by sharing concrete ideas for self-promotion, brainstorming new ideas with fellow voice actors, and practicing exercises that will give you the courage and skills to self-promote like a boss. This class is great for actors who have been in the business awhile as well as those just starting out.
Ann Richardson shares suggestions on audiobook narration that can help you and others in the process.
Sally suggests letting these four words become your mantra for 2021.
Practical Advice for Achieving your Goals in Acting
Check out what we have in store for you in January!
Tiburon Actress Discusses her Role in Pixar's Soul.
An intriguing evolution of a Voice Over career
This holiday season put a little voice over in your gift basket!
Listen to two wonderful demos fresh out of the studio! (plus learn more about our Demo Production process)
Lake Bell talks about getting into the VO business and what it means for her.
Announcing December's Professional Invitational guest!
Texas-based company is making more opportunity for English dubbing beyond Anime
Check out what we have in store for you you this coming month!
Prolific voice actors of animation talk about their careers
by Clay Robeson October 1, 2020
Announcing October's Professional Invitational guest!
As a voice actor, you are your brand, but you can also become part of a company's "brand voice"
Check out what we have in store for you you this coming month!
A quick look at classes starting this week and next week!
Voice Actor phenom here to teach our VO Master Class
A quick look at classes starting this week and next week!
Voice One's new line of "Vocal Athlete" t-shirts are now available in red and black in the Voice One store!
Angeli Fitch e-laborates on her experiences in E-Learning
Announcing our first Professional Invitational guest of the Fall 2020 Semester!
Don't worry, a lot of people think that...
Check out what we have in store for you this month!
A quick look at what's coming to Voice One next week!
A quick look at what's coming to Voice One this week!
A quick look at what's coming to Voice One this week!
A quick look at what's coming to Voice One this week!
Join our official server! Open to current students, Voice one alumni, and prospective students too!
Sign up for both of our Advanced Character classes in June and save $50!
Download the Summer Brochure and check out our July-August classes!
Join Sally every Wednesday morning and start your day with a free 20-minute Vocal Workout!
We are excited to announce our new guest instructor for Anime Mania!
Our next "Nailing the Audition" guest is from outside the Bay Area!
Three 2-hour "deep-dive" sessions have been added to the class calendar. Join one, two, or all three!
Starting in just a few weeks, this class is the perfect class for beginning and intermediate voice actors.
We've got four incredible workshops coming your way next weekend! Find out more in this update from Sally!
We've moved this class on the calendar to better suit the online format
How to Manage your Training and Career During Social Distancing
Look who's coming to Voice One next week!
Join Sally in the morning or evening for an 8-person 2-hour voice over workout!
For the time being, all Voice One classes have been moved online. Here are the confirmed dates.
The schedule for the 2020 Summer Fast Track series is now available for online registration!
If you use a grocery list – rejoice! Sally shares a technique for strengthening your VO with a shopping list.
Voice over industry veterans share their words of wisdom on the video game industry.
Three steps to stop listening to yourself while performing commercial VO
Our February Professional Invitational guest is revealed!
In the voice over industry, you must stand apart from the rest, and in more ways than you might think!
Let’s tackle big, old, ugly fear. Here are five ways to conquer your fear of trying improv, or anything new.
We've created a guide that you can print up and bring with you to your Super Bowl watching party. After the game, upload your answers and compare!
This interview with Christi Soper casts some light on casting at DreamWorks.
We'll be sending a new-and-improved commercial watching guide for 2020 - check out last year's guide and repsonses, and stay tuned!
Danny spoke with Leapfrog senior producer and fellow voice actor Chuck Wedge to find out why his upcoming "Sense of Play" class has been on his mind for over 10 years.
Sally suggests letting these four words become your mantra for 2020.
Sally toasts to 2020 with a story of a time she felt like she could conquer the world...
Sally ponders what would happen if actors were to give an audition as a gift to their client.
We've got a poem for you that we think will make you laff... errr, we mean LAUGH!
Give the gift of learning this holiday season. Voice One holiday gift ideas for your list or theirs!
Due to popular demand, beginning in 2020, Voice One will now be offering online classes!
Happy Holidays! Our December 2019 newsletter has arrived, and is chock full of exciting announcements and offers!
We had such a great response to our Black Friday sale, we've extended it to Cyber Monday!
Here's a look at what's coming to Voice One between now and the end of the year. End the year with a strong finish as you continue to hone your craft!
An article from our upcoming Professional Invitational guest, John Kovacevich
We are excited to announce our special guest for the final Professional Invitational class of 2019!
