Atlanta Voiceover Studio
72 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsThe Atlanta Voiceover Studio's mission is to EQUIP, INSPIRE and ELEVATE by giving YOU the resources YOU need to create the voiceover career you want. This podcast features interviews with industry professionals (agents, producers, successful VO talent, etc) to give you more insight into the world of VO.
Hosts, as well as owners of The Atlanta Voiceover Studio, Mike Stoudt and Heidi Rew are full-time VO talent, actors and a real-life married couple. Join them as they uncover some of the keys to navigating a career in voiceover with some of the top VO professionals.
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Episode 72: VO LEGAL QUESTIONS ANSWERED with Robert Sciglimpaglia
July 01, 2024 10:00 - 41 minutes - 95 MBRobert Sciglimpaglia is a voice actor, actor, producer, lawyer, author of Voice Over Legal and won the case for Bev Standing when she went against Tiktok for using her voice. *In this episode, we talk about: * - The case against Tiktok by Bev Standing - What to do if you think your voice has been cloned - Red flags to look out for in AI/Synthetic Voice contracts - Is the NAVA AI rider enforceable? - When interviewing with a synthetic voice company, what questions should you ask? - Do email ...
Episode 71: AGENT Questions + Answers with Jeffery Umberger
June 24, 2024 10:00 - 4 minutes - 6.49 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter entitled, "Agent Questions and Answers," for Monday June 24th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. Thanks so much to Danielle for her questions and to Jeffrey Umberger for answering them! If you have a voice over question, email: [email protected] *Learn more and sign up below - * AVS Classes (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes/) AVS Workshops (https://atlantavoiceoverstud...
Episode 70: VO Lesson from Sea Sponges
June 16, 2024 10:00 - 6 minutes - 8.72 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter entitled, "What Sea Sponges have to do with Voice Over?," for Monday June 17th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. Adam Grant, in his book Hidden Potential, talks about what we can learn from Sea Sponges. How they are able to survive and thrive in the worst circumstances. I share how those lessons can help us in voice over. Two books referenced: Atomic Habits by James Clear (https://amzn.to/3WkOhzT) Hidden...
Episode 69: VO BUSINESS with Anne Ganguzza (Part 2)
June 10, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 69.5 MBAnne Ganguzza has been a leader in the VO industry for almost 2 decades. She is an award winning demo producer, coach, talent, host of the VO Boss podcast and created a monthly group called VO Peeps. *In this episode, we talk about * - What makes a great teacher - The biggest challenge Anne sees with VO students - What we can learn from American Idol - Did Anne ever think of quitting? - How do we lean into growth To listen to PART 1, where we focus on E-Learning, check out Ep 69 - https://at...
Episode 68: E-LEARNING with Anne Ganguzza
June 03, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 68.7 MBAnne Ganguzza has been a leader in the VO industry for almost 2 decades. She is an award winning demo producer, coach, talent, host of the VO Boss podcast and created a monthly group called VO Peeps. In this episode, we talk about: - The evolution of E-Learning - Where most of the E-Learning opportunities are - A misconception people have about E-Learning - What makes a great E-Learning Voice Talent - How AI will impact E-Learning - The Standard for E-Learning Demos Check out EP #69 for Par...
Episode 67: Dropped from your VO Agent! Now What?
May 27, 2024 10:00 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter entitled, "Dropped from your VO Agent! Now What?," for Monday May 27th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. A VO talent just emailed me and said she was dropped from her VO agent after 10 years! What do you do in this situation? I share three things to do + some of my biggest moments of rejection in my career. Need help learning a DAW (editing software) or with your Home Studio? Check out our Adobe Audition,...
Episode 66: Skills to Add to your VO Resume
May 20, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.39 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter entitled, "Skills to Add to your VO Resume," for Monday May 20th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. Here are 13 skills you may have never thought of that would be helpful to add to your voice over resume! Wanna learn more about how to utilize these skills in your branding and marketing? Check out our Business, Branding and Marketing On-Demand Video Course at www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com *Learn more and sign...
Episode 65: 3 Big Mistakes I Made During a Recent Booking
May 13, 2024 10:00 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter entitled, "3 Big Mistakes I Made During a Recent Booking," for Monday May 13th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. I booked a great job...then I made 3 mistakes during the session. I'm sharing these mistakes as a reminder or warning to you to not make the same mistakes. *Learn more and sign up below - * AVS Classes (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes/) AVS Workshops (https://atlantavoi...
Episode 64: ANIMATION with Nickelodeon Star Ben Giroux
May 06, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 63.5 MBBen Giroux stars as Nate Wright on Nickelodeon’s Emmy, Annie, and GLAAD-nominated “Big Nate '' animated series (on Paramount+). Other notable voice credits include the Emmy-winning “Love, Death, & Robots” (Netflix), “Rick & Morty” (Adult Swim), “Invincible Fight Girl” (Cartoon Network), and the role of Jimmy Olsen in “DC Superhero Girls” (Cartoon Network). Ben also starred as Robin in “Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” from Warner Brothers Animation, Mikey Munroe in Butch Hartman’s Nic...
Episode 63: How to Know if a VO Audition Email is Legit
April 29, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 7.31 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter for Monday April 29th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. Today, we're sharing a question from a voice talent. You get an email from someone asking you to audition for a voiceover job, out of the blue. Is it legit? How can you tell? That's what we're talking about today. *Learn more and sign up below - * AVS Classes (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes/) AVS Workshops (https://atlantavo...
Episode 62: When In-Perpetuity Isn't That Bad
April 22, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter for Monday April 22nd. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. We're sharing when in-perpetuity isn't that bad! GVAA Rate Guide (https://globalvoiceacademy.com/gvaa-rate-guide-2/) ProVoiceoverTraining.com Rates and Negotiation Video Course (https://www.google.com/url?q=https://learn.provoiceovertraining.com/p/rates-negotiation-for-your-voiceover&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1710959477641963&usg=AOvVaw2UJhoR-PS3jzb8TAzxW...
Episode 61: Encouragement Folder - What It Is and Why You Need One
April 15, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 8.01 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter for Monday April 15th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. We're sharing what an encouragement folder is and why you need one. *Learn more and sign up below - * AVS Classes (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes/) AVS Workshops (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops/) AVS Monthly Script Workout (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/services/what-we-offer-voiceover-practi...
Episode 60: Voice Over Myths BUSTED - Part 2
April 08, 2024 10:00 - 6 minutes - 9 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter for Monday April 8th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. We're sharing the last 4 of 9 Voice Over Myths and how they were busted. Thanks to the contribution of Jon Vertullo, Gabby Naylor and Edilio Diaz. If you missed Part 1, you can listen HERE (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.fireside.fm/58) or to episode 58. *Learn more and sign up below - * AVS Classes (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-cl...
Episode 59: VO CASTING with Kelly Moscinski of The Voicecaster
April 01, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 77.6 MBKelly Moscinski is the owner and head of casting at The Voicecaster - the oldest voiceover casting house in the country, established in 1975! She’s been with the Voicecaster since 2009 and owned the company since 2013 as only the 3rd owner since it began. With almost 20 years of experience in VO and even more in entertainment, Kelly casts and directs all things voiceover. Some recent projects include: Cap'n Crunch, Popeyes, Verizon, Walmart+, Google, Amazon, Dungeons & Dragons, Ready or Not a...
Episode 58: Voice Over Myths BUSTED - Part 1
March 25, 2024 10:00 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBThis is the audio version of our email newsletter for Monday March 25th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. We're sharing 5 of 9 Voice Over Myths and how they were busted. Thanks to the contribution of Jon Vertullo, Gabby Naylor and Edilio Diaz. Part 2 comes out April 8th. *Learn more and sign up below - * AVS Classes (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes/) AVS Workshops (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops/) AVS ...
Episode 57: How to learn to SELL YOURSELF in Voice Over
March 18, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes - 8.17 MBThis is the audio version of our newsletter that came out on March 18th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. A big misconception about voice over is once you get your demo/agent/onlinecastingsite/etc, you just wait for the jobs to roll in. VO is a small business and in a way, you need to learn to sell yourself but that sounds so hard/weird/notfun. How do you learn to do that or get to the point where it feels easier? That's what I cover in this episode. *Le...
Episode 56: VO AUDITION TIP: Get Messy
March 11, 2024 10:30 - 5 minutes - 7.96 MBThis is the audio version of our newsletter that came out on March 11th. Click HERE (https://bit.ly/AVSemail) to subscribe to the newsletter. I share a struggle I've had recently with my auditions and what I've learned through it. *Learn more and sign up below - * AVS Classes (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes/) AVS Workshops (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops/) AVS Monthly Script Workout (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/services/what-we-of...
Episode 55: SOURCE CONNECT with co-founder Robert Marshall
March 04, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes - 86.1 MBRobert Marshall is co-founder of Source Elements, the company that offers Source Connect. He is the visionary behind the idea of leveraging internet connectivity to make post-production faster and more productive. He holds degrees in electrical engineering and music composition. In this episode, we discuss How Source Elements/Source Connect came to be How Source Connect works In what ways can Source Connect help VO talent Can you only pay for Source Connect for a single booking? Do you need ...
Episode 54: 2024 Voice Over Trends
February 26, 2024 11:00 - 12 minutes - 16.8 MBAUDIO Version of our Email Newsletter for February 26th. 2024 VO Trends What you do for your VO career one year may not work the same way the next year. Things change and lately they’ve been changing rapidly. Voices.com surveyed 1000 buyers and looked at their platform data to determine VO trends for 2024. I wanted to share some of the highlights along with how it could affect your VO career Intro to VO Workshop for KIDS with Julie Shaer and Casey Holloway, Learn More HERE (https://atlantav...
Episode 53: Questions to Ask Potential Agents (When Seeking Representation)
February 19, 2024 11:00 - 6 minutes - 8.52 MBThis is the AUDIO version of our weekly email newsletter for Monday February 19th. How do you figure out if a voice over agent is right for you? Here are some questions I'd suggest you ask, after an agent reaches out to offer representation, and you're deciding whether to accept or not. Virtual VO Script Workout with Jill Perry, Learn More HERE (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/services/what-we-offer-voiceover-practice/) Intro to VO Workshop for KIDS with Julie Shaer and Casey Holloway, L...
Episode 52: How to Handle the Ups and Downs of VO Income
February 12, 2024 11:00 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBWe're starting something new! We'll be releasing the AUDIO version of our email newsletters every Monday, except for the 1st Monday of every month. The 1st Monday of every month will still be our usual INDUSTRY focused podcast interview. Still make sure to stay subscribed to the email newsletter because that's the only place you can sign up for our INDUSTRY PRO virtual workouts (with agents/casting directors), get great deals, hear latest news and sign up for our talent roster. But if audio ...
Episode 51: AUDIOBOOKS with Penguin Random House Casting Dir Julie Wilson
February 05, 2024 06:00 - 35 minutes - 80.7 MBDirector of Casting and Strategic Partnerships at Penguin Random House Audio, Julie Wilson spearheads the growth and diversification of the global talent pool and partners with key production, language, music, and technology companies. Julie has worked with worldwide celebrities and bestselling authors on 1,500+ audiobooks across genres. Recent collaborations include working with Adam Grant, Jordan Peele, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Alicia Keys, Brandi Carlile, Seth Rogen, and The Tiny Chef. She crea...
Episode 50: How to discover your UNIQUE VOICE with Matt and Brooke Cornwell
January 01, 2024 11:00 - 41 minutes - 94.6 MBBe your authentic self. Have you heard that and wondered, “How do I do that?” or “I thought I was being my authentic self.” Besides being accomplished actors with credits from Iron Man 3, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, Walking Dead, Righteous Gemstones, The Menu, Anchorman 2 and Homeland (JUST to name a few), Matt Cornwell and Brooke Jaye Taylor teach the Sam Christensen Process. The Sam Christensen workshop helps you uncover your authentic self. Matt and Brooke also own Get Tap...
Episode 49: 2023 VO INSIGHTS with Mike & Heidi
December 01, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes - 88.7 MBThis podcast episode was taken from a free Zoom VO Insights Mike and Heidi did in November. We took some snippets from that session and share the following in this episode: Mike & Heidi's personal challenges in the VO Industry this past year + what they did to face them. Has BACKSTAGE been successful for anyone? Does Atlanta Voiceover Studio offer VO showcases? How do you deal with disappointment in voice over? Advice for applying to agents in various regions. How do you find the VO coa...
Episode 48: PODCASTING with Tim Heller
November 01, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 73.2 MBTim Heller is a voice actor and host of the 2nd Cup Podcast. You've heard Tim’s voice in AAA video games, cartoons, commercials for major US brands on television, radio, web videos and more. *In this episode, we discuss - * Tim’s dream of Broadway crashing down 9:22 - How to Navigate Jumping into VO 15:20 - The Pros & Cons of Podcasting 20:30 - How Podcasting has Contributed to his VO Career 24:10 - What Challenge Tim is Currently Facing in his VO Career 29:00 - What IS the 2nd Cup Podcast ...
Episode 47: LEAD GENERATION with Nadia Marshall - What is It? Why is it Important as a VOICE ACTOR?
October 01, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 51.8 MBBefore Nadia Marshall became a voice actor, she worked as a Marketing Assistant, Media Coordinator, and Administrative Assistant. In these positions, Nadia learned the in's and out's of finding patrons, compiling data, and finding as much information as possible to then reach out to them. When she entered into the world of voice acting, she realized how important lead generation was and with her past experience, she’s helping you! Nadia's desire is for you to be able to take control of your ...
Episode 46: Music Career to Voice Over with Erikka J
September 01, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 63 MBErikka J began her career as a songwriter and singer in the DC area, classically training at Duke Ellington School of the Arts. Her music videos have debuted on BET Soul, MTV.com, VH1.com and Russell Simmons All Def Digital Channel. In conjunction with her music career, Erikka began a voice acting career. She’s started her own publishing and media company, is a certified financial coach and holds a project management certification. You see why we want to talk with her on this podcast? She is ...
Episode 45: SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING with Laura Bitoiu of BSquared Social
August 01, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 54.8 MBFeel overwhelmed with promoting yourself on social media? Especially the focus on VIDEO CONTENT? This episode is for you! Laura was a social media manager and consultant when she realized the rollout of Instagram reels and video content was such a huge hurdle for others. She began offering online education around reels to help busy business owners and freelancers gain clarity and confidence. She not only offers one-on-one strategy consulting, she also has a monthly “reels report” subscriptio...
Episode 44: AUDIOBOOK INSIGHTS from a Casting Director Perspective
July 01, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 50.6 MBChloe Keiffer, casting director at Lantern Audiobooks, joins us today! She has cast hundreds of projects working with major publishers, ad agencies, directors, voice over talents, talent agencies and authors. Chloe shares what she's learned being a casting director that helped her with her own acting career, the biggest mistakes narrators make and if AI/synthetic voices have impacted audiobooks. *In this episode, we discuss - * * Biggest mistakes voice over talent make with audiobook auditio...
Episode 43: HOW TO NAVIGATE AI in VOICE OVER with Jim Kennelly and Sam Ufret of Lotas Productions
June 01, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 36.5 MBWe’re talking with Jim Kennelly and Sam Ufret of Lotas Productions (one of New York’s premier recording studios). Jim has been in the business for over 35 years, as an engineer, director, producer and owner of Lotas Productions in New York. He led the creation of a synthetic division of Lotas. Sam Ufret is a producer, director & engineer. Known for her creative casting notices. She’s been at Lotas since 2017 and helps VO talent with their home studio set-ups. *In this episode, we discuss - * ...
Episode 42: SOCIAL MEDIA TIPS with Actress Gabrielle Byndloss
May 01, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 59.4 MBAtlanta actor and voice talent, Gabrielle Byndloss, played Olivia Walker in The Falcon & the Winter Soldier, Brenda in Ozark, and Tesssa Holt in NCIS Hawaii to name a few projects, She is also a yoga instructor and offers yoga classes on-demand via YoGabrielle.com. And offers Women’s Empowerment Workshops and career consultations. Outside of creating a following of over 10k in one year, Gabrielle has cultivated a community of actors on IG that support each other through the comments section....
Episode 41: ZERO to FULL-TIME in 2 YEARS with Larry Hudson
March 27, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 84.4 MBFrom being on unemployment to going full-time in voiceover in 2 years, Larry has been a successful working voiceover talent in Los Angeles since 2009. He has been teaching his Adobe Audition and Audacity Classes for the past 11 years with over 1,500 people successfully completing the course. In addition, he leads a weekly VO workout group and offers other VO business webinars on organization and etiquette in voiceover. He attributes his fast success to his organizational prowess along with ha...
Episode 38: The ORIGINAL SIRI: Susan Bennett
March 01, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 34.8 MBSusan Bennett is known as the original voice of Siri. Before that, she sang on hundreds of commercial jingles (famously, Tillie the All Time Teller for the first successful ATM in the US), and backup vocals on tour with Burt Bacharach and Roy Orbison. That led her to a career in voiceover. She has voiced spots for Coca Cola, IBM, Papa John's Pizza, McDonald's, AT&T, Wendy's, Goodyear, Ford, Chiquita and more. *In this episode, we discuss - * How Susan became the voice of Siri Her advice to V...
Episode 40: J. MICHAEL COLLINS TALKING VO ATLANTA
February 01, 2023 15:00 - 21 minutes - 29.4 MBWith over twenty-five years as a professional voice actor, J. Michael Collins has worked with some of the biggest companies, brands, sports leagues, and organizations. In addition, J. Michael has established himself as a leading industry authority & demo producer. Along with his wife and business partner Anna, J. Michael is the producer of VO Atlanta, the industry’s largest and longest-running conference, co-producer of the One Voice Conference USA, and hosts voice actors each year at luxurio...
Episode 39: LA VOICEOVER AGENT Portia Scott
January 01, 2023 13:00 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBPortia is the Director of Voiceover at Coast to Coast Talent Group in Los Angeles. Her clients have booked hundreds of broadcast TV and radio commercials and several national campaigns for Spotify, Chewy, Sonic, Corona Light, Wells Fargo, Wendy’s, and T-Mobile to name a few. She also represents talent that can be heard on Nickelodeon’s “The Loud House Movie”, Disney + “Diary Of A Wimpy Kid” and Warner Animation Group’s “Space Jam: A New Legacy.” *In this episode, we talk about: * The PROS of...
Episode 37: HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Challenges in VO + How to Overcome Them
December 01, 2022 14:30 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MBAs we wrap up another year, we wanted to share some hope and encouragement. Pursuing a voiceover career is not without its challenges but with each challenge comes an opportunity to learn and grow. In this episode, several of our Atlanta Voiceover Studio instructors share challenges they've faced and how they've gotten through them. Mike, Heidi & the whole AVS Team wish you a wonderful, hope-filled holiday season. CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($359 tier and up) - https://bit...
Episode 36: The VOICE of the PLANE TRAIN - Sharon Feingold
November 01, 2022 11:00 - 18 minutes - 24.8 MBSharon Feingold is an internationally-recognized voiceover actress as the voice of the “Plane Train” at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, as well as the main brand voice for HGTV. In this episode, we talk about: How Sharon became the voice of the plane train at the world’s busiest airport Sharon’s most challenging season in VO and how she navigated it Something she wished she knew before she got into VO Sharon’s words of encouragement to other voice talent Find Sharon here: h...
Episode 35: Real Life VO Journey with Brian Bremer
October 01, 2022 11:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBBrian Bremer is, what we determined on the podcast, a voiceover SAGE! With over 20 years experience, Brian has seen a lot along his VO journey. Today, he’s the voice of Planters Mr. Peanut, Nick on the Walking Dead video game and many more projects. He’s also our Intro to Voiceover & Intro to Animation workshop instructor. *In this episode we talk about - * How his rock band playing at the Olympics led to his VO career The one thing that would’ve made his journey easier And the key to a long...
Episode 34: AI/TEXT TO SPEECH: How it will impact VO with Jim Kennelly & Sam Ufret of Lotas Productions
September 01, 2022 11:00 - 18 minutes - 25 MBJim Kennelly is the owner of Lotas Productions. Sam Ufret has been running the board at Lotas since 2017. Lotas is a New York recording studio that offers services in casting, directing and recording. They are also recognized as a leader in the realm of AI/Text to Speech. We talk to Jim and Sam about the impact AI/Text to Speech is having on the voiceover industry and the impact it will have in the future. *We talk about: * Why is AI/Text to Speech appealing to clients/brands? How has AI/Te...
Episode 33: AUDIOBOOKS with Curt Bonnem
August 01, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MBCurt Bonnem is an award-winning audiobook narrator with over 100 books to his name. With his audiobook success and background as an actor, sound design and engineering, he makes the perfect instructor for our Virtual Audiobook Class. *In this episode, we talk to Curt about: * How he got into audiobook narration His most challenging book and season in his career What he wishes he’d known from the beginning The amazing tool he created for narrators Sign up for Curt’s Audiobook Class here: http...
Episode 32: PANDORA RADIO PRODUCER Steve Pogatch
July 01, 2022 15:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBSteve Pogatch is the Sr. Manager of Voiceover Operations of Studio Resonate (SXM Media-SiriusXM/Pandora/Stitcher). In addition to producing thousands of high quality audio ads in the 8+ years he’s been at Pandora, Steve has been the go-to guy for all things VO Casting, VO Direction and VO Quality for Studio Resonate at Pandora/SiriusXM/Stitcher. He’s been responsible the past few years for recruiting, auditioning and curating new talent for the Pandora VO Roster as well as managing the Pandor...
Episode 31: ANIMATION with Lisa Biggs
June 01, 2022 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBLisa Biggs is a voice talent, coach, producer, casting director, and conference leader that works in animation. She has been lending her unique and memorable sound to national campaigns and global brands for nearly two decades. From animation studios to big brand ad agencies to toy makers, Lisa’s voice is in demand for A-list clients around the world. *In this episode we talk about: * How to have an animation career outside of LA One of the most challenging seasons for Lisa and how she got th...
Episode 30: Real Life VO Journey with Chloe Dolandis
May 01, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBChloe was exposed to voiceover at a young age and her career has been a long and interesting one. Working for brands like Universal Studios, HBO Latin America, Nickelodeon, HP, Harley-Davidson, and others, she has achieved great accolades. Her career has not been completely smooth though. Hear her talk about some of the challenges she faced, how she got through them and what she wishes she knew from the start. We also talk about - The one thing that has helped her most in her VO career Advi...
Episode 29: BEING A VO ENTREPRENEUR with Marc Guss
April 01, 2022 11:00 - 56 minutes - 77.1 MBMarc Guss is co-founder of ACM Talent (Voiceover Management Agency) and a top global social media influencer in his field. Vice president for over a decade at William Morris, Marc represented A-list celebrity and iconic voiceover talent. He is a Syracuse University College of Law graduate and a board member of the Society of Voice Arts and Sciences (SOVAS). Marc’s book, Instincts of a Talent Agent: Entrepreneurial Takeaways from an Industry Insider was just released. *In this episode, we tal...
Episode 28: Real Life VO Journey with Jill Perry
March 01, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBIf you’ve wondered if voiceover is a sustainable career, listen to Jill Perry’s story! She’s been a full-time voiceover talent for 25 years. From working at Starbucks to trading her furniture for web design, Jill has had quite the journey. Her story will make you laugh and cry. She’s one of our private coaches, as well as a Beginner Intensive instructor. *More fun stuff in her episode, including - * Her first VO job for Lifetime How she was the voice of the Statue of Liberty & “sold” jewelry...
Episode 27: VO Atlanta Founder Gerald Griffith
February 01, 2022 14:30 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBGerald Griffith is founder and President of Voiceover City and VO Atlanta, the largest annual VO event. This is the last year of VO Atlanta, so in this episode we talk to Gerald about: How did VO Atlanta come about What Gerald hopes for the last year of VO Atlanta 3 Nuggets of Wisdom he’s learned from all the VO experts he’s worked with What makes great voice talent What to expect from the last year of VO Atlanta Sign up for the last VO Atlanta: https://vms.swoogo.com/voatlanta2022 Check out...
Episode 26: VOICE123 with Natasha Marchewka
January 01, 2022 12:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MBStruggle to figure out how to make pay to plays, specifically Voice123, work for you? Natasha Marchewka, co-creator (along with Katherine Tole) of the Voice123 Pros course, is our guest today. She not only talks about how to be successful on Voice123 but gives us some great VO business tips in general! *In this episode, we cover: * * Natasha’s VO journey * Tips on how to create a successful voiceover business * How to have a sustainable VO career * Actionable things voice talent can do to cre...
Episode 25: Real Life VO Journey with Trevor Johns
December 01, 2021 17:30 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBTrevor Johns has been a voice actor for over 2 decades voicing spots for Scana Energy, Delta Airlines, Coca-Cola, Minit Mart, Virtue HairCare, UPS, and more. With a history in radio and TV/Film, Trevor now shares her experience, insight and knowledge as a Beginner Intensive Class instructor & private coach at Atlanta Voiceover Studio. In this episode, we cover: How she met her husband (it’s a good story!) How she got started in VO The most challenging part of her career Something she wishe...
Episode 24: PAY TO PLAYS with Rolf Veldman CEO of Voice123
November 01, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBRolf Veldman is CEO of Voice123, the world’s first and largest online marketplace for professional voice actors. An impassioned storyteller, Rolf considers himself an entrepreneurial historian who loves board games, scuba diving, cycling, and doing his bit to change the world for the better. At Voice123, Rolf spearheads a widely diverse and fully remote team that has set itself the task of crafting the future of the voiceover industry. *In this episode, we cover: * * What are AI/TTS (Text to ...
Episode 23: HOME STUDIOS with James Younger
October 01, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MBDoes setting up a Home Studio intimidate you? Home Studio expert James Younger walks you through some of the top challenges most people face and what to do about them! Don't miss the BONUS questions we asked him (find it on our YouTube page...link below)! Sign up for James Intro to Home Studio Set-Ups here https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-intro-to-home-studio-workshop/ **Sign up for LEARN ADOBE AUDITION here - https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes...