Most individuals think they have what it requires a professional voice over skill because they have either been told they have a nice sounding voice, or they believe they can copy and mimic voices they hear on the radio or tv.

So what about 'straight' voice overs, where you use your natural speaking voice? These are much easier to do because you are being you, instead of playing a character. The important ingredient is the method you read a script. You will know what I mean when I say it is essential to raise the words from the page whilst checking out stories if you have young kids. A young audience can be really important and if it seems like you are simply going through the motions, you will be told in no unsure terms!

I guess nobody ever told you that nearly 40% of professional narrations earns less than $25,000 each year, even after having remained in business for 10-25 years. Over a quarter of those surveyed make less than $10,000 annually. (Source: VoiceOver Expert publication, May 2009). Differentiated voice-over artists Ed Victor just recently shared that he had actually sent 50 auditions on Pay 2 Play sites in 20 days. The net outcome: zero tasks. Mind you: Ed is called "The Big Weapon" of business. In my opinion, he is the cream of the crop. However even if your surname is Victor, it does not automatically make you a winner.

It is no great taping a cracking showreel if nobody is going to hear it. A lot of voice over artists just sit back and wait for customers to find THEM! Of course, it does not work like that; YOU need to go looking for the work. You can give yourself a helping hand by signing up with a voice over market place, however you need to also start tape-recording in your home.

The semi benefit of this is that you will get to modify your own demonstration reels and save money. However, cash that you will have currently invested in your equipment!

COUNTRY folk, your greatest challenge now is to get customers. Concentrate on getting your site seen (pay-per-click with Google and Yahoo) and sending your link to all the local business in your town. They'll be pleased to know they do not have to go far to get an expert voice over for their industrial or internal narrative.

You ought to always be asking yourself these questions. They aren't simply about "tape-recording" voice overs. They are likewise the concerns you ask yourself in order to make a fantastic presentation to a client, agent or at an audition with individuals sitting right in front of you.