It's true - today. But AI is getting better ALL the time, and eventually (pretty soon, I suspect), synthesized voices will be the norm for voice overs, even for major jobs like network TV commercials.
I've been hanging out in various writing and publishing groups on Facebook for a while now. There is a sharp increase in the number of authors recommending AI for audiobook narration. Yes, they know the quality is not quite there yet, but they don't care. Self publishing authors (a substantial portion of the audiobook base) are far more concerned about costs than quality. Don't forget: WalMart didn't beat Sears because the quality of the products became just as good. It beat Sears because they offered cheaper prices.
This video does come across as saying that voice over is dying, and the advice is to branch out into podcasting, sound engineering and more, have I missed something? Love the name however. William Williams, same as my Welsh Grandfather!
Or, if you like voice over, specialize in areas that require understanding the intent of the writing and use acting, word emphasis and inflection to bring out that intent. I was named in honor of my Welsh grandfather's brother, who died in World War I. Cymru am byth
You are a legend. :)
I love how these videos feel. Makes me feel more comfortable about the death of the voice talent industry.
I loved your video on reducing echo in a room and this. Subscribed and looking forward to more videos from you.
It's true - today. But AI is getting better ALL the time, and eventually (pretty soon, I suspect), synthesized voices will be the norm for voice overs, even for major jobs like network TV commercials.
i am dubbing artist for indian languages from india, but still i learned lots of things from your videos.
Not from where I'm standing. My clients' audience don't want AI at all but I can see it being popular in eLearning.
Is it even worth starting anymore? Seems like the low hanging fruit of Fiverr and Upwork for beginners are disappearing fast.
I've been hanging out in various writing and publishing groups on Facebook for a while now. There is a sharp increase in the number of authors recommending AI for audiobook narration. Yes, they know the quality is not quite there yet, but they don't care. Self publishing authors (a substantial portion of the audiobook base) are far more concerned about costs than quality.
Don't forget: WalMart didn't beat Sears because the quality of the products became just as good. It beat Sears because they offered cheaper prices.
This video does come across as saying that voice over is dying, and the advice is to branch out into podcasting, sound engineering and more, have I missed something? Love the name however. William Williams, same as my Welsh Grandfather!
Or, if you like voice over, specialize in areas that require understanding the intent of the writing and use acting, word emphasis and inflection to bring out that intent. I was named in honor of my Welsh grandfather's brother, who died in World War I. Cymru am byth
@@AlisoCreekVoiceOver God bless that man. And thanks for the reply - food for thought.