By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business, Voiceover Genres, Anime
Anime Shows Seeking Voice Actors: Who's Who and What's What? The demand for voice acting in the anime industry is booming, with numerous shows churning out new content regularly. Knowing which shows are in constant production and where they're being recorded can be a great starting point for voice a....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business, Voiceover Genres, Anime
The Crucial Role of Anime Casting Directors Anime Casting directors are the crucial link between voice actors and the roles they seek. In the field of anime, casting directors play a pivotal role in finding the right talent that can bring a broad range of characters to life. In this article, w....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business, Voiceover Genres, Anime
A Comprehensive Agent List for Voice Actors In Anime Successfully navigating the world of voice acting often requires partnering with a seasoned agent who can guide your career and connect you with the right opportunities. For aspiring voice actors interested in anime, it's crucial to find agents wh....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business, Voiceover Genres, Anime
Welcome to a World of Anime The anime industry is a global phenomenon, and although it has deep roots in Japan, it has expanded worldwide. A host of companies in the United States have harnessed the popularity of anime, creating their own original series or distributing anime from other countries. T....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Through my journey as a professional voice actor, I've learned that voice acting is much more than just speaking into a microphone. It's about understanding the audience, conveying the right emotions, and shaping the message to resonate with the listener. In this part of our exploration, we'll dive ....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
An Overview of Voiceover Microphones Microphones serve as the facilitator for the high quality of voiceover work, playing a significant role in shaping your sound and the perception of your work. When deciding on a microphone for voiceover work, you are essentially choosing a tool that becomes your ....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
International voiceover work is a colossal and intriguing field, presenting opportunities and challenges alike. As technology allows us to transcend geographical boundaries, we can collaborate with individuals worldwide without leaving our homes. This shift creates a myriad of possibilities, particu....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Voiceover agents are critical catalysts within the voiceover industry. However, the misconception that an agent's presence equates to passive income is quite prevalent (Sadly). Quite the contrary, an effective voice actor must exert just as much effort as their agent in procuring job opportunities. ....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
The world of social media can be daunting for voice actors, but when strategically harnessed, it can also be an enjoyable journey that bolsters your professional presence. With numerous factors to ponder on such as platform selection, content to share, and frequency of posts, navigating this terrain....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Harnessing the power of social media for voice actors can initially appear as a daunting task. However, when approached strategically, it can evolve into an enjoyable and fruitful experience. There are numerous factors to consider, such as the choice of platforms, the quantum of content shared, and ....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
While business cards may seem outdated in this digital age of instant communication, they continue to hold a crucial role. People appreciate tangible objects, and business cards offer a physical manifestation of your brand. This article explores the best practices for creating voiceover business car....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
The single letter 'E' often prompts expectations and preconceived notions. It is associated with electronic advancements that make life faster, easier, and more convenient. Today, everything seems to be prefixed with 'E'. For instance, Nissan's 'E-Pedal' utilizes 'E' to represent its technological i....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Welcome to the concluding segment of our comprehensive five-part series on the full overview of the voiceover artistry. We've journeyed through aspects like finding work, training, coaching, and many others. If you have not explored our previous articles you should consider reading part four before ....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Perfecting your voiceover skills requires a perfect combination of time, financial resources, and a commitment to self-improvement. Within this 5 part series, we've previously discussed 'where' to seek training in part three. In this edition, we'll explore the timing required for voiceover training.....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Welcome to part three of our quintuple series exploring voiceover work, training, and attaining success in the field. We have covered the aspects of finding work in the first two parts, which you should read if you haven't yet. In this installment, we delve into the critical decisions of where to tr....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Welcome to the second installment of our five-part series, where we delve into the realm of voiceover work, training, and achieving success. If you missed the first part, feel free to take a look before proceeding with this one. We're continuing our journey to discover the opportunities in the voice....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
The task of casting voiceover is an arduous one, involving intricate relationships and numerous responsibilities. This article aims to explore the audition process and the voice actor - casting director relationship. However, before proceeding, it's crucial to underscore one important factor: the hu....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
The position of a voiceover casting director is often underappreciated, considering its monumental responsibility and intense workload in the voiceover industry. Additionally, many voiceover artists stumble in their interactions with casting directors. This article aims to shed light on the role and....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Why are you reading this article? The answer, I presume, is your passion for voiceover, regardless of whether you're a novice or a seasoned artist. The decision to commit time and financial resources to voiceover classes can indeed be a daunting thought. How much should you invest? How much money sh....
By Alan Shires
Filed Under: Business
Creating voiceover and podcast content is a fascinating notion. The world of podcasts and voiceover provides a fascinating landscape for content creators to explore. This article focuses on how to translate podcast content into engaging voiceovers and highlights the unique aspects of both forms of e....