What if I told you that there is someone else to talk to - who is so obvious that most commercial voice actors miss it - YOURSELF. Rather than imagining you are speaking to a "best friend" during your copy read - TALK TO YOURSELF. The post Who are you Talking to in the Copy? appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

As a voice actor and voice-over coach, I firmly believe that there is always time to work on your creativity, regardless of your age, career path, or personal aspirations as a voice actor. Creating something out of nothing but a few lines written on a page is beautiful, whether it's your profession, hobby, or simply a dream you hold close to your heart. The post It is never too late to work on your ‘sense of play’ appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

You are every age you have ever been and even some you have not yet lived. Adjust your energy when you see a spec with a number for age range. The post Understanding ‘Age Ranges’ in Voice Over (VO) Specifics appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

By Brette Goldstein, Casting Director/Producer: Strike has ended! Hooray! Here are some helpful tips for getting things in motion over the next few weeks! The post Now That The Strikes Are Over appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

Effort sounds are the sounds you make when you pick up something heavy, pull something weighty towards you, or push something away that is hefty. Throwing a punch, taking a punch, or even pulling your body up the side of a cliff are examples of EFFORT SOUNDS. The post ‘Efforts’ vs. ‘Added Sounds’ – Character VO Auditions – Animation & Video Games Characters appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

Fingers crossed that we are almost at the end of the actors strike and ready to get back to the windfalls of work waiting for everyone! Are you ready to handle a high volume of auditions with professionalism and confidence? Here are some tips to help! The post Drop Your Anxiety & Prepare for Post-Strike Auditions appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

On your next audition - know that you are the solution and not the one on the chopping block - the material and casting are on your chopping block. The post A New Perspective on the Audition Process appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

For one - it moves the sound FORWARD IN YOUR MOUTH and changes the sound of it. It brightens the copy and warms it because it IS A BRIGHTER SOUND. The post Why do you Smile in Voice-Over Copy? appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

One of the great lessons we learn in Animation Character Creation - is that all of the characters in animation stories - are connected. The post In Animation – The Villain DEFINES the Hero | By Paul Liberti appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more

There are so many resources available to actors. Here’s a short list of a few of our favorites that we think ALL actors should know about! The post AC’s Favorite Actor Resources appeared first on Actors Connection ..read more