Here is an eye capturing figure: 80% of voice over work is done by just 20% of voice over skill. To put it simply the huge bulk of voice tasks go to a minority of voice over artists.
Dropping your music too late can slow the energy of your podcast and make it sound slow. And playing the music bed too long before your drop it, transforms the music from a communication tool into an efficiency piece. You do not desire this.
Do not get discouraged if the sound specialist is not as useful as you desire him to be. Sometimes they are disappointed voice overs too. Ask a pal to join you in the recording studio and request for an unabashed feedback on your voice.
Start gathering copy (scripts) that fit your design. Even within your design there are sub-styles. Cover them all. Likewise search for copy that best shows your other “stretch” voices. This all will lead up to making your demo reel.
Playing your music too long before dropping to a commentary is like spending more time in the dining establishment looking at a cardboard menu than in fact enjoying your food. The menu ought to get you delighted about the food and set the mood for wonderful food. But the main act is the food, not the menu.
This part should be extremely easy for you. Simply do a search for “Voice Over Class” and “your city” with Google. Obviously, there may be classes offered at your local universities and performing arts centers. Ask around for excellent word-of-mouth about them. Then sign-up with the best and attend! (Prevent classes that end with you paying another $1000 for a demo reel).
ACTION 1: Getting the Query: Typically you’ll receive an enquiry via e-mail. The most essential thing is to return to people instantly. Don’t attempt to “stall” them.
So once again, I’m not saying that you should not make your own recordings, I’m just saying find out where your time is finest fit to GROW your business and not simply work in it. Hiring a voice over artist to help you develop your products will get you that extremely refined edge that will make you stand apart from your rivals.