Voiceovers & Public Speaking
Most of us aren't naturals when it comes to public speaking: it's a skill that takes practice, and a nudge in the right direction is always helpful. When it comes to audio branding, no other sound can compare with the power of the human voice to reach out to and create an emotional bond with our listening audience. These podcasts feature interviews with a number of professional voice coaches, directors, and producers who offer their insights on the voice industry and practical advice on everything from breathing exercises and vocal training to finding and effectively using your own voice.
Voiceovers: Speaking from Experience
There’s a lot to discover when it comes to voiceover, something I've learned firsthand throughout my journey as a voice artist. These episodes offer a glimpse behind the scenes of the voiceover industry, featuring interviews with voice coaches and casting directors that focus on everything from the changes the pandemic’s brought to the industry to the expanding role of voiceover in our everyday lives.
Public Speaking: Finding Your Voice
We also talk about public speaking, how important it can be for just about any business, and suggestions on how to become a more effective speaker. Public speaking isn’t something most of us like to think about: studies have shown that glossophobia, fear of public speaking, affects three out of four people on some level. These episodes provide a wealth of practical advice from professional speakers and voice coaches to help you overcome that natural fear, from lowering stress and learning your voice’s natural pitch to the value of storytelling and tips on projecting your voice.
Voiceover and public speaking form two of the pillars of audio branding, whether through traditional commercials and narration, or audio-first apps and interfaces, or just speaking effectively and delivering your message to consumers. The podcasts here offer a closer look at the voice industry and the art of public speaking and offer guidance on creating just the right voice for your brand.
Voice overs for casinos are always so filled with wonder and excitement. I have a lot of fun doing them. This voice over was no exception and I love how it turned out.
This spot is a bit longer than your typical commercial. It’s also incredibly moving. The cinematography and concept are top notch and watching this always brings me really close to tears. In the end, that’s why I do what I do. To move someone. The production company did their part. I certainly do my […]
I love what I do – but there are some projects I’m just so super proud to be involved in – and this is one of those. The story is compelling and the contrast in cultures is fascinating to see. But it’s also about two young girls who were adopted into loving families in different […]
Warm and sincere performances are something of a specialty – and that’s just what the people at Hawaii USA Federal Credit Union were after. In fact, a campaign I voiced for them (“Life Matters”), won a Silver Pele award. It was a beautiful campaign (really well-conceived and written!) and the award was well-deserved.
This was a National US spot where I got to use my “mom” voice (a kind of tone I’m asked to use a lot). When I was sent the audition, the client was asking for: “Female, early 30’s to early 40’s. Should be an actress or performer with range, not a slick announcer. Positive and […]
Anthems are a lot of fun to do. This Shoppers Drug Mart voice over commercial was for the Life Brand at Shoppers Drug Mart, a Canadian drug store chain similar to CVS or Walgreens in the States. I love how whimsical this turned out. Thanks to the folks at CORUS in Toronto for their beautiful […]