Voiceover Answerbase
A collection of my answers to VO and Voiceover questions. Ranging from basic "how-to's" to detailed VO studio fixes and hacks.
VO Weekly Workflow Notes: Ratios in Production
When considering how to deliver long form audio, such as audiobook, eLearning work, or even podcast monologues, it becomes apparent...
VO Weekly Workflow Notes: Workflow Determines Studio Gear
While new stuff can certainly be cool to consider, those new gear announcements may also make us wonder whether what we have already is enough. It might be more helpful to ask what exactly we need to do in our home voiceover studios.
VO Weekly Workflow: Got My PASport!
The PASport VO Dual Audio Interface has arrived! So many VO-specific challenges are solved by this unit. It sounds great and I"m looking forward to digging in under the hood to learn this device.
VO Weekly Workflow: New Year, New Name
Looking back on the last 200+ posts and resources, it feels like these messages need a new name for 2025 - How does "VO Weekly Workflow" sound?
VO Studio Tip: It’s Gonna Be A List
A quick look back at 2024 as we prepare for the new year. Keeping momentum intact sometimes means pausing to consider where we've been.
Tuesday VO Tech Tip: Lack of Standards
Delivering "quality" audio is key for voiceover success, but when it comes down to it, that's a very vague term. How do we best deliver audio that demonstrates our best work? There aren't a lot of guidelines to follow...
Tuesday Tech Tip: Sharing Simple Solutions
There's strength in simplicity. This is the foundation of how we do our creative work. No matter how complex or ornate it might grow to be, a solid base gives our work a chance to be brilliant.
Tuesday VO Tech Tip: Reverb is not Noise
It's easy to focus on the noise in the next room and not realize how echoey and resonant our recording environment is. Reverb is not noise.
Seasonal Thoughts: A Simple Thanks
A few thoughts which I shared through my weekly email. I'm exceptionally lucky and blessed to be surrounded by such wonderful and creative individuals. Thank you all!
