ProComm Voice Talent Bring Characters to LIfe in New Video Game
Check out ProComm voice talent on the new video game ‘G.H.O.S.T. Chronicles: Phantom of the Renassaince Faire!
...Read MoreChildren & Kid Voice Talent: 7 Directing Tips to Get the Most Out of Young Voice Actors
Using children for your voice overs can be very rewarding, but it does take a different approach to directing. In most cases, with a little patience and the right amount of positive reinforcement, you’ll get that cute-as-a-button take you’re after. These tips will help you get there.
...Read MoreVoice Over Mics Compared: Neumann U87 vs. TLM103
Choosing a microphone is one of the most important career decisions you will ever have to make as a voice talent. You should consider your microphone to be an extension of your voice, personality, character and sound. Many voiceover artists breaking into the industry, as well as those with years of experience call ProComm Studio Services for advice on what equipment to buy for their home studios. When it comes to microphones we prefer the Neumann TLM103.
...Read MoreVoice Overs That Will Leave You Breathless: The Art of De-breathing Voice Overs
As an editor of voice overs and a voice over talent, I’ve spent a lot of time listening to voices, and not just the ones in my head. Each and every one has their own unique tonal quality, interpretation style, phrasing patterns, and emotional palettes. But the one thing they all have in common is that they all have to come up for air once in awhile. Shocking, I know – voice talent actually breathe!
...Read MoreKeeping it Real – Tips for getting the most out of testimonial voice overs in advertising
Testimonial voice overs in advertising can be a great device for creating a relatable, personal message. Hearing a story from the perspective of someone who’s ‘been there’ can be very effective. However, if you miss the mark, the results can be most uninspiring. In fact, there’s nothing worse than a phony sounding testimonial commercial. Use these tips to produce testimonials effectively.
...Read MoreThe Voice of Your Production or You Don’t Get What You Don’t Pay For
Who wants a movie line?
If something is worth doing, it’s worth doing well. That should apply to the “voice” of your production, the narrator. Here are a few pointers to help you select the right talent for the job:
* * If you’re the writer, imagine the type of voice that best suits your script and then convey that information to the casting director. If you’re producing someone else’s script, ask the writer. If that’s not possible, determine beforehand the tone you want from the piece.
* * Make casting choices based on potential, not just example. You may not hear exactly what you want from a demo. If you have room in your budget, go the audition route. If not, at least get input from seasoned production people.
* * Even if you have a clear idea of the tone you want before the session begins, be open to suggestions from others during the session, including the voice talent. Believe it or not, he or she may give you an interpretation you hadn’t considered, but it’s worth a listen. After all, professional voice talent people do this reading out loud stuff all the time.