A beautiful child is enchanting. They possess the promise of the future. They embody the beauty of humanity. They let us know in a moment's notice that for them, all things are possible. For Jessica Holtan, the power of her beautiful, natural-sounding voice became her reality. But she wasn't thinking about a life in voiceover, even though the use of the voice was how her father provided for the family. Born to the parents of radio station property owners, Jessica was around the broadcasting business from childhood, yet "that was my parents' thing - not mine, but it did help me develop my per ..read more

By Keith Brunson NEED DRUMMER PICTURE So how does a professional drummer who's a former resident of Japan, educated at Columbia, and fluent in Japanese become a world-renowned voice actor at 40? In the back of his mind, he thought, "Well, probably I can do voiceover," that one word…would change Tony's life forever. www.TonyWaldman.com To say that Tony Waldman is not a worldly man is an understatement. He is a prominent international voiceover artist, an accomplished drummer, a former resident as an American of Japan, and is fluent in Japanese. On an educational level, he has a degree in mu ..read more

By Keith Brunson Schuler Johnson is sure that ghosts exist. So convinced in fact, that he has made a career out of his passion. And it organically became a profession, landing him on Discovery Plus as the narrator for an episode. The show is called “A Ghost Ruined My Life.” Schuler is seemingly Very humble. Thousands of people attempt to get on Discovery each year, certified by NATPE (the National Association of Television and Programming Executives) as “the most prominent brand on earth.” But Schuler walked right into it with no resistance, and the first television show he voiced was on Dis ..read more

By Nate Myers Line items and Excel sheets. Every night, when you close your eyes, you see cells and rows with VLOOKUPs and formulas. Sound familiar? If you're looking for a career change, voice-over can be a lucrative path to take. Just like anything in life, there are pros and cons. So, let's break them down so you can make the right call. Oh, and if you want to sign up for voice over classes…We've got you covered ;) Yes, voiceover can be a viable career path, even with a non-creative work history, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows. It requires dedication and effort. Pros: Flexibility ..read more

By Nate Meyers Voice-over is the most common way to monetize a great voice. Voice actors are in high demand for various projects, including commercials, audiobooks, video games, and animated films. To get started as a voice actor, you will need to learn from someone who has already walked the path. Many voice actors work with The Voice Shop as coaches who provide insights, examples, guidance, and teaching for all skill levels. At The Voice Shop, we do just that! Check out the voice classes here: The classes are part of the 30-day plan to get started in VO. D ..read more

Nate Meyers   Some of us are told we have a great voice by our mothers, friends, and a kind stranger at karaoke night. This comment usually follows when you sing, commentate, or express yourself. Sound familiar? If that sounds like you, there are many ways to monetize a great voice: Voice Acting This is the most common way to monetize a great voice. Voice actors are in high demand for various projects, including commercials, audiobooks, video games, and animated films. To get started as a voice actor, you will need to receive training from a personal coa ..read more

By Keith Brunson   This is the true story of a woman who was a professional scientist who became a full-time voiceover artist. Alison Pentecost, from the Greater Montreal area, had a moment when she decided to leave science. "A colleague handed me a big stack of papers he was excited for me to read, and I just didn't have the passion for it," says Alison. Alison Pentecost A bachelor's degree in Astronomy and Geophysics from The University of Western Ontario and a Master's degree in Planetary Science from McGill University where she was a research scientist. All to conclude, "I just wante ..read more

By Nate Myers   With recent inflation trends, unaffordability has affected each of us in our day-to-day expenses. More strain on budgets has me (and likely you) looking for additional income. An Opportunity Not on Your Radar If you have a good voice and are comfortable speaking in front of a microphone, then voice-over can be a great way to make money. Many different types of voice-over work are available, and with a little effort and training, you can find projects that are a good fit for your skills and interests. A new voice-over student is using his skills in front of the microphone ..read more

By Keith Brunson   She was born in Burlington, Vermont. The year was 1949. Her name is Susan Bennett. And through her fantastic singing voice, she could backup sing for Burt Bacharach. Then came Roy Orbison and, singing backup for him. And it was during those days music was really clicking for her. But Susan isn’t famous for backup singing. Susan is the original voice of Siri. Voice actor Susan Bennett But the engineers who developed the technology never told her what they were doing. The service went live on Oct 4, 2011. Susan was never paid past the original sessions. “I was auditionin ..read more

By Nate Myers In this article, we will celebrate the top 10 male voice actors who have dominated the voice acting industry in the last decade (2013-2023), enchanting audiences with exceptional skills and passion for their craft. Over the past decade, animated films, anime, and especially video games have taken center stage, captivating audiences of all ages worldwide. Behind the endearing characters and memorable lines are the incredibly talented voice actors who bring them to life. These voice actors are the unsung heroes of the entertainment industry, using their vocal prowess to evoke emoti ..read more