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State of the Voiceover Industry: 2024 Overview

Christopher McHale

Oct 219 min read

Voiceover

State of the Voiceover Industry: 2024 Overview

The voiceover (V/O) industry continues to evolve rapidly, crazy fast, like every 12 months.

Unpacking the Impact of Speech-to-Speech AI Technology on the VoiceOver Community

Christopher McHale

Mar 203 min read

Voiceover

Unpacking the Impact of Speech-to-Speech AI Technology on the VoiceOver Community

Back in the old days, when sampling arrived on the music scene, we figured it was the end of violin players. It wasnt. But it changed the...

Transform Your Voiceover Skills Overnight with These 3 Mind-Blowing Tone Exercises!

Christopher McHale

Feb 12 min read

Voiceover

Transform Your Voiceover Skills Overnight with These 3 Mind-Blowing Tone Exercises!

In the world of voiceover, your tone isn’t just important - it’s everything!

VoiceOvers Beware of the One Mistake That Could Ruin Your Read

Christopher McHale

Jan 194 min read

Voiceover

VoiceOvers Beware of the One Mistake That Could Ruin Your Read

Critical Mistake Many Voiceover Artists Make Did you know that even the most seasoned voiceover artists are prone to an error that could...

Master the Art of Speed Reading in Voiceovers: 10 Essential Tips for Flawless, Fast Delivery

Christopher McHale

Dec 19, 20234 min read

Voiceover

Master the Art of Speed Reading in Voiceovers: 10 Essential Tips for Flawless, Fast Delivery

In the world of voiceover, particularly for tags, disclaimers, and pharmaceutical products, speed reading is a crucial skill.

Discover 7 Secret Techniques Voiceover Pros Use to Eliminate Annoying Popping Sounds!

Christopher McHale

Dec 14, 20235 min read

Voiceover

Discover 7 Secret Techniques Voiceover Pros Use to Eliminate Annoying Popping Sounds!

Voiceover artists often encounter a common challenge known as "popping their p's."

The Perfect V/O Session: 10 Steps to Achieving Voiceover Nirvana

Christopher McHale

Nov 28, 20232 min read

Voiceover

The Perfect V/O Session: 10 Steps to Achieving Voiceover Nirvana

As someone who has directed thousands of voiceover sessions, I have refined a process that ensures excellence in every recording.

Harnessing AIDA for Compelling Voiceovers

Christopher McHale

Nov 20, 20232 min read

Voiceover

Harnessing AIDA for Compelling Voiceovers

Understanding and implementing AIDA not only captivates listeners but also elevates the impact of the read.

Christopher McHale

Nov 11, 20234 min read

Production

STRIKES SETTLED. LETS GO GO.

There significant changes afoot. The AI beast is out of the cage. Non-union work is on the increase.

Effective VoiceOver Direction: Maximizing Performance and Efficiency

Christopher McHale

Nov 7, 20232 min read

Production

Effective VoiceOver Direction: Maximizing Performance and Efficiency

5 tips for Voiceover Excellence VoiceOver direction plays a crucial role in bringing out the best in voice talent and ensuring the...

DON'T SAY A WORD BEFORE YOU DO THIS: Voiceover Warmup

Christopher McHale

Nov 7, 20232 min read

Voiceover

DON'T SAY A WORD BEFORE YOU DO THIS: Voiceover Warmup

VoiceOver artists and actors often engage in warm-up exercises to prepare their vocal cords and ensure their voice is in top form before rec

Christopher McHale

Aug 28, 202311 min read

Voiceover

Voiceovers. The Invisible Art

I worked for years in radio advertising. It was a high-pressure gig.