Creative Workflow: Balance and Buoyancy – Tuesday VO Tech Tip

If we focus too much on the technical side of the recording equation, we can neglect the human component. Longer nights and shifting clocks can throw us off a bit in the best of circumstances. Add to that the momentum and expectations of the holiday season, the sudden appearance of project deadlines, and the steady march toward the final month of the calendar. Remember that the most important part of the input chain is you. 

One of the great blessings of working with talented voice actors is the lift I get when things start to sing and everything comes together. In both classes and one-on-one sessions, that spark of understanding comes through strongly. The excitement of success carries far beyond the time we work together. That’s one of the wonderful elements of this business. 

Our equipment is extremely consistent and tireless. It’s always there waiting to work, which makes it easy to keep pushing ourselves past the point where reads are inspired or energy is strong. That point can be difficult to recognize. I find that stepping away, a bit before it feels like I should, helps retain balance behind the mic for the next creative moment. It pays to care for yourself first. 

As professionals, we do need to show up and deliver. This isn’t a free pass for just going through the motions when it suits us. It’s acknowledging that when encountering more pressure, it’s OK if we need to take a few deep restorative breaths before stepping back into the limelight. 

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