Vox Daily

Bogart-Bacall Syndrome: A Performer's Reward For Speaking Too Low

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500

What happens when you speak lower than your vocal comfort zone for continuous periods of time?

You might adopt that Hollywood sound Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall were famous for, but you may get more than just the sound... you might get the syndrome!

Guest blogger James Herron shares his experience from Inside Studio A with Bogart-Bacall Syndrome here on VOX Daily.

Vocal Health : Missing Those Good Vibrations? Thyroplasty May Help

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:14:00 -0500

When a voice becomes weak, breathy or struggles to perform, there may be something more serious going on with the vocal folds than meets the eye.

I asked a number of questions of Dr. H. Steven Sims, Director of the Chicago Institute For Voice Care, about thyroplasty, a procedure that helps fatten up the vocal folds for people who may be experiencing symptoms mentioned above. Patients who opt to have this procedure done do so because their vocal folds are not vibrating as closely together as they should be.

In this short interview, you'll learn what causes the vocal folds to act this way, what the symptoms are, how a stressed voice may sound, and what a thyroplasty consists of.

Vocal Health: The Dangers of Whispering For Your Voice

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:53:16 -0500

Whispering may seem like a good way to conserve your voice, but in reality, it can be very taxing!

There are many myths out there about what does and does not hurt your voice. Whispering, although many people tend to think it is harmless, does affect the voice in a negative way.

Find out what whispering does to your voice and how you can take care here at VOX Daily.

Vocal Health: Vocal Cords, Our Precious Gift!

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:05:00 -0500

What happens if you take your vocal cords (or vocal folds) for granted?

It's easy to fall into a pattern of voice abuse, and the scariest part is, you may not even realize you are doing it or how vulnerable your vocal cords truly are.

People in broadcast radio should take special note of this article.

Hear a cautionary story from voice talent Dave McCree about one of his friends who suffers from Spasmodic Dysphonia, and how years of overuse transformed a successful broadcasting career into that of a career in journalism, penning the stories instead of reading them.

Vocal Health : Why Rest Is Sometimes The Best Medicine

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:55:58 -0500

Ever find that your voice just isn't up for the challenge? Are you exhausted vocally or unable to speak without pain?

As a person who uses their voice every day as part of their profession or occupation, it's easy to get run down and suffer from periodic or sporadic vocal inconveniences such as laryngitis, bronchitis and the like.

What happens when your voice is not able to emulate what's on your demo because of a temporary health issue?

Many voice actors and singers face that reality every now and then. Find out how resting your voice may be the ticket to getting back to your regular self.

Selling Homes Online with Voice Over Narration in Virtual Tours

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:55:33 -0500

How can a remote destination shown through a virtual tour evoke feelings of warmth, comfort and desire?

Whenever you list something for sale on the Internet, you have to humanize the experience for potential buyers to make what you are selling seem more accessible, meaningful and attractive.

Find out how voice over can add that lovin' feeling and also how voice talent can make selling homes online even easier.

Joan Baker Seminar "Secrets of Voice-Over Success" in NYC!

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:10:20 -0500

A woman of many talents, one of Joan Baker's chief skills is bringing people together for a good cause to mingle, learn, become empowered and celebrate their gifts.

I got word about an upcoming event in New York City that I thought would be of interest to you and am passing along some details. If you decide to go, let me know by commenting on the blog!

Can Social Networking Get You Voice Over Jobs?

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:02:21 -0500

Have you been taking advantage of all some free social networking tools to promote your business and make new connections with prospective customers?

In his debut podcast on Voice Over Experts, Terry Daniel shares insight particular to Twitter and Facebook, detailing how you can generate untold revenue through some good old fashioned networking.

Having gained 15 clients through his social networking efforts this year alone, and as he says, 15 customers he wouldn't have had otherwise, I can assure you that Terry's advice is more than worth listening to, indeed so much that I've decided to share his podcast episode with you in today's VOX Daily.

How Low Will You Go?

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:07:10 -0500

When work is harder to come by, have you found yourself lowering your rates to remain competitive, or have you been sticking to your guns to ensure that the bar doesn't drop?

How do you cope with the "out of work blues" when you hit a dry spell?

Robin Rowan presents us with her thoughts on this issue and would love to hear what you have to say!

Franchises and Conventions Give Voice Actors Exposure in Community

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:01:00 -0500

It's amazing how many different "worlds" voice actors can be part of when there is a successful franchise in place.

Have you ever gone to an Anime convention or any other convention where they celebrated characters you have voiced?

I'd love to hear all about it so leave a comment!

When Is It Time To Record a New Voice Over Demo? 10 Indicators!

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 15:52:33 -0500

How do you know it's time to revamp your voice over demos?

There are a number of indicators, some that jump right out at you, and others that are so subtle that it may take another set of ears to discover them.

If it's time for you to do a self-analysis of your demos, or you feel that your demos may soon be on the way out, better take a good look at this list!

East Coast VS West Coast: Glimpse into the Voiceover Agency and Casting World

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 17:16:01 -0500

What's the difference between how voice overs are auditioned for and cast on the east coast versus the west coast of the US?

Which coast is it easier to get representation on?

What challenges face talent, casting directors and agencies alike?

Find out the answer to these questions and more today at VOX Daily.

Getting Started in Voice Overs: What To Do and in Which Order?

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:07:50 -0500

When you first get started in voice overs, what sort of things should you be spending your money on (and in what order) when building your business?

I was asked a question similar to this at the Voice Coaches Marketing Expo on the expert panel, and due to the panel's immense popularity, I'm going to be including the five most interesting and applicable nuggets of information shared that day from industry panelists representing various branches of voice over.

Yesterday, we talked about how proficient a voice talent should be when working with audio, and today we'll talk about which areas you'll need to invest your money in business wise and when it's appropriate to do so.

What should you invest in first when getting your voice over business off the ground? Find out!

How Much Should Voice Talent Know About Audio Production?

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:58:29 -0500

As a voice over talent with a home recording studio, how much should you concern yourself with learning more about (or becoming proficient at) mixing, editing, adding sound effects, and music?

Is it of vital importance that you learn all you can about audio engineering?

Hear some expert advice from David Goldberg of Edge Studio.

The Ultimate Success Story Contest at Voices.com

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:58:16 -0500

Do you love to tell people about your voice over work? I'm giving you the opportunity to tell the world!

We've got some hot international press opportunities coming up, which is great in itself, but what is even more fabulous is that we have also been asked to collect and share success stories from members of Voices.com, like you, and details about your experiences using the site.

Do you have a story to share?