The Secret to Reading a Voice-Over SPEC that is a Game Changer
Ignoring the spec is a mistake. Many voice actors read the spec dismissively and miss the connection producers hear in their heads for the read.
Entries by Paul Liberti
Who are you Talking to in the Copy?
What if I told you that there is someone else to talk to – who is so obvious that most commercial voice actors miss it – YOURSELF. Rather than imagining you are speaking to a “best friend” during your copy read – TALK TO YOURSELF.
It is never too late to work on your ‘sense of play’
As a voice actor and voice-over coach, I firmly believe that there is always time to work on your creativity, regardless of your age, career path, or personal aspirations as a voice actor. Creating something out of nothing but a few lines written on a page is beautiful, whether it’s your profession, hobby, or simply a dream you hold close to your heart.
Understanding ‘Age Ranges’ in Voice Over (VO) Specifics
You are every age you have ever been and even some you have not yet lived. Adjust your energy when you see a spec with a number for age range.
‘Efforts’ vs. ‘Added Sounds’ – Character VO Auditions – Animation & Video Games Characters
Effort sounds are the sounds you make when you pick up something heavy, pull something weighty towards you, or push something away that is hefty. Throwing a punch, taking a punch, or even pulling your body up the side of a cliff are examples of EFFORT SOUNDS.
A New Perspective on the Audition Process
On your next audition – know that you are the solution and not the one on the chopping block – the material and casting are on your chopping block.
Why do you Smile in Voice-Over Copy?
For one – it moves the sound FORWARD IN YOUR MOUTH and changes the sound of it. It brightens the copy and warms it because it IS A BRIGHTER SOUND.
In Animation – The Villain DEFINES the Hero | By Paul Liberti
One of the great lessons we learn in Animation Character Creation – is that all of the characters in animation stories – are connected.
See Every Audition As a Booking | By Paul Liberti
Whenever you audition, remind yourself that you already have the part. During those precious moments when you’re in the script, the role is yours, so own it confidently.
From an Actors Standpoint: The Body; The Eyes; The Mind
Stage acting is about the body and voice – and On Camera, acting is about the face and the eyes. From that perspective, Voice Acting is about the theater of the Mind.
