Whether you’re a seasoned voice actor or just starting, this guide explores essential techniques to breathe life into your characters. From understanding personality traits and vocal ranges to mastering accents and emotional connections. Enjoy 👍
Thanks for sharing these tips! Voicing characters is, by far and away, my biggest VO challenge - even bigger than any challenges on either the business side or the production side of VO. In particular, I struggle with vocal nuances that help distinguish between human characters in adult novels, and then being able to sustain those distinct voices throughout a 10+ hour audiobook. I appreciate your discussion of using vocal textures, and I think that is something that I can definitely run with as I practice character voices. Interestingly, I have very strong reactions to the texture of various foods. I've never thought of a voice as food, but I just might give some thought as to what a given character's voice would taste and feel like in my mouth, and then use that image/sensation to help me create a distinct (and yet realistic) voice. I do believe that I am going to have some fun with this! Thank you so much, Gary!!! 😀
Very good tips and advice! Thank you! I really need to get the ball rolling with my voiceovers. If you have the time I have a few voiceover samples on my RUclips page. Your input and feedback would be greatly appreciated. If you're unable I totally understand. And I will keep listening to your advice!
Thank you for your kind comments and for requesting my input. Providing you with only a brief listen wouldn’t do justice to your voice. When I assess someone’s voice, I delve deep to offer comprehensive feedback and insights. For my students, I conduct personalised coaching sessions involving thorough analysis, listening, exploration, and practice. If you’re interested in enhancing your voice-over skills through a private consultation, feel free to get in touch.
Whether you’re a seasoned voice actor or just starting, this guide explores essential techniques to breathe life into your characters. From understanding personality traits and vocal ranges to mastering accents and emotional connections. Enjoy 👍
Thanks for sharing these tips! Voicing characters is, by far and away, my biggest VO challenge - even bigger than any challenges on either the business side or the production side of VO. In particular, I struggle with vocal nuances that help distinguish between human characters in adult novels, and then being able to sustain those distinct voices throughout a 10+ hour audiobook. I appreciate your discussion of using vocal textures, and I think that is something that I can definitely run with as I practice character voices. Interestingly, I have very strong reactions to the texture of various foods. I've never thought of a voice as food, but I just might give some thought as to what a given character's voice would taste and feel like in my mouth, and then use that image/sensation to help me create a distinct (and yet realistic) voice. I do believe that I am going to have some fun with this! Thank you so much, Gary!!! 😀
I love the metaphor - voice over as food... very descriptive!
Ooh this is a fantastic video, Gary. Love the ‘coffee test’ idea. I always hit the mic when I start acting with my hands, I’m a bit too animated 😂
I don’t think you can ever be too animated Becky 🎭
Haha! Well that’s a relief then 😂
I'm supposed to do some voice acting for a college project. This was super useful. Thank you!!!
Good luck with your voice acting 🎭
I don't know but I think u are a kind man 😅 without any reason ❤
Thank you 🙏
Very good tips and advice! Thank you! I really need to get the ball rolling with my voiceovers. If you have the time I have a few voiceover samples on my RUclips page. Your input and feedback would be greatly appreciated. If you're unable I totally understand. And I will keep listening to your advice!
Thank you for your kind comments and for requesting my input.
Providing you with only a brief listen wouldn’t do justice to your voice.
When I assess someone’s voice, I delve deep to offer comprehensive feedback and insights.
For my students, I conduct personalised coaching sessions involving thorough analysis, listening, exploration, and practice.
If you’re interested in enhancing your voice-over skills through a private consultation, feel free to get in touch.