VO Recording: In Praise of Presets – Tuesday Tech Tip
Many voice actors don't take the time to use Effect Presets in their VO recording workflow. But Presets are vital to keeping things on track.
Measuring VO Volume: How Loud is “Loud”? – Tuesday Tech Tip
In voiceover recording, overall “Loudness" can be tricky to understand. It's different than the "Peak" level - which is the single loudest bit.
VO Recording Sessions: Is Remote the New Normal?
As society begins opening up post-pandemic, will remote voiceover sessions remain important? What are the best and worst aspects of this tool?
VO Software Tools: Using A Limiter for Voiceover
A Limiter helps hit voiceover project delivery specs. In VO, they are often used for controlling peaks in audiobook and to boost loudness.
What Does Your Client Want? Tuesday Tech Tip – Studio Workflow
Too frequently, we end up negotiating with ourselves for VO deliverables. What exactly does your client want you to provide? A checklist...
VO Mindset: Switching or Sliding?
Working from home this past year, you may have noticed a tendency to "slide" rather than switch, then we wonder why our reads seem unfocused.
VO Mindset: Park for the Exit
Friction, focus loss, and momentum failure occur most often during task switching. Parking for the exit means having a clear set of steps to get where you are going next.
Voiceover Gear We Rely Upon
With new VO gear, I tend to preach caution. Many assume the first thing they need is more expensive equipment. That's not always the answer.
Go To Your Room! A Voice Actor’s Quest for Quiet
Every voice actor dreams of having a VO-specific booth. But a voiceover booth doesn’t really fix anything - it just changes the equation.
