Tariffs are here. Will they impact the voice over industry? I didn't bring J. Michael Collins on the podcast to talk tariffs and trade wars, but it just so happened that the day we recorded, that was the story of the day. So we tackled it. We didn't stop there. We also talked trends voice actors need to watch in 2025 including shifts in commercial and political, the new "it read" that seems to be booking at the moment. How shifting demographics are opening up more opportunities for certain voice actors who may have felt a little left behind in recent years. A lot of ground is covered in this c ..read more

Every so often I have a conversation with a voice actor who introduces me to genre of voice over I had never really considered before. That happened with Rafael Neve when he reached out with an idea for the podcast. Rafael has built a thriving, full-time income to support himself and his family from YouTube Dubbing. He even hired his mother to work with him he's so busy! In this in-depth conversation, Rafael pulls back the curtain on all the potential Youtube Dubbing offers. He holds nothing back with advice for differentiating yourself from other talent in the space, how to find the work, who ..read more

One great way to build a portfolio in gaming is to work with Indie Game Developers. You get access to opportunities. Build your credits and hone your craft. Michael Everhard recognizes this, and has taken an interesting approach to his latest collaboration. He's teamed up with a studio for a game he's passionate about and taken on a role beyond simply voice actor. Rather than regular payment, he's entered into a profit sharing arrangement. For gaming studios in tight budgets, this could be a new way to approach them with your marketing. Michael shares plenty of tips on doing just that. Michael ..read more

Discover how Bobbi Maxwell became one of the top voices in automotive voice over, working with brands like Maserati, GMC, and Honda. In this episode of the Everyday VOpreneur Podcast, Bobbi shares her journey from radio to full-time voice actor, building a career that boasts over 300 automotive spots annually. You’ll learn the keys to booking and maintaining long-term automotive clients, the importance of working with automotive agencies, and how to strategically manage your availability to keep clients happy. Bobbi also offers insider advice on demo versatility, staying consistent, and why be ..read more

We all wish we could book more with our agents, right? I know I do! They signed us in the first place, so we must bring something to the table. But how can we convert that into more bookings and more earnings? Emma O'Neill is a non-union voice actor earning over 50% of her income through agents and managers. So if there's a secret to this, she's figured it out; and now she's sharing! In this episode Emma offers plenty of tips for building better relationships with agents, giving them what they're looking for so they'll want to work with you, and continually improving your own craft so you're a ..read more

With AI results now appearing at the top of many Google searches, the voice actor who is using SEO as part of their marketing strategy is going to have to understand how the rules of the SEO game are changing. From zero-click content to the implications of AI-generated search results, choosing the right short and long tail keywords to building your trust and authority, Gina Scarpa dishes all the tips, tricks and strategies in this wide-ranging SEO-based conversation. Heck, we cover so much ground in this chat we ever got to talk about Robert Irvine and the amazing Restaurant Impossible TV show ..read more

A voice over demo is one of the biggest investments you'll make in your career. The right demos will get you access to incredible opportunities. The wrong demos will hold you back and prevent you from achieving your full potential as a voice actor. In this episode, I speak with the Demo Dream Team, Michelle and Steve Sundholm, Ryan Paul James and Melissa Disney and draw from their unique skill sets and collective experience to uncover what it takes to make a stand out voice over demo. We talk about choosing the right producer, understanding what's trending, when it's time for a refresh, showca ..read more

Are hashtags becoming obsolete? In this episode, I dive into the shifting role of hashtags on platforms like LinkedIn, X, and Instagram. You're going to learn how to adapt your social media strategy as platforms focus more on SEO, AI, and content quality. Whether you’re a voice actor or any other creative professional, this episode is packed with actionable advice to keep your posts relevant and effective in 2025. CONNECT WITH MARC SCOTT Marc Scott Website - https://marcscottvoiceover.com Marc Scott on Instagram - https://instagram.com/marcscott Marc Scott on Facebook - https://facebook.com/ma ..read more

Looking for some fun, unique and easy ways to market your voice over business while playing off the theme of New Year's? In this episode I share several creative and practical marketing strategies you can lean into to stay top-of-mind with your clients and prospects. For even more New Year's marketing ideas ideas visit https://www.vopreneur.com/newyearsguide for a free guide. CONNECT WITH MARC SCOTT Marc Scott Website - https://marcscottvoiceover.com Marc Scott on Instagram - https://instagram.com/marcscott Marc Scott on Facebook - https://facebook.com/marcscottvoiceover Marc Scott on YouTube ..read more

The Christmas holiday season presents countless opportunities for creating content and marketing campaigns that can both showcase your skill and talent as a voice actor and get you in front of your audience of leads, prospects and clients. In this episode, I share several different low cost / no cost ideas you can implement easily, both on your own, or with clients and colleagues you might want to parntner with. For even more ideas visit https://vopreneur.com/12tipsofchristmas for a free PDF download. CONNECT WITH MARC SCOTT Marc Scott Website - https://marcscottvoiceover.com Marc Scott on Ins ..read more