Have you booked a job through Instagram?
Have you put new clients on your email lists through Vimeo?
Do all the explainer companies and production companies talk to you on Twitter?
How do you use your Facbook business page?
LinkedIn is not just for all business EXCEPT VO.
Social media can be daunting, but it's a direct connection to clients and decision makers. In this day and age if you are trying to get feet in doors, if your trying to build a steady income, and a working client base ... you have got to be present in social media.
Jay Preston will share the social media tactics that have been working well for him in the last 3 years. He has booked jobs from Vimeo, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIN, Facebook and even YELP!
So that's what we are about to do. Learn from Jay Preston as he teaches his unique methods to turn the annoying world of social media marketing to your advantage.
Bring your questions!
Twitter
Facebook
Vimeo
Instagram
YouTube and More!
Don't miss this. And definitely bring a notebook and your phone.
In this workshop, renowned audiobook narrator and instructor, Scott Brick, review the fundamentals of working within today's competitive audiobook market and what he sees as specific trends. He will share valuable points to prepare attendees for the work and what it takes to stay relevant.
Scott will work with actors as they read from book excerpts. Scott will listen to the actor's interpretation of the material and offer direction and suggestions that will help the narrator deliver an engaging audiobook performance and connect with the listener. Scott will also answer your questions about audiobook narration.
This session will highlight the essential concepts/techniques required for recording for toys, games, and mobile game apps ... along with script analysis and character VO practice.
We will also review major technological changes in children’s entertainment, along with marketing techniques for approaching toy/game production companies.
Ever wondered how you can be a part of a big studios talent pool?
In this Breakout Session Marc will show you the seven things you need to know to build a successful relationship with the big studios. Who to contact, marketing yourself, sending your demo, following up, auditioning, studio etiquette, booking the session!
You'll learn how to be the "go to voice" whether you're local or not!
Mastering the audition process is essential to working in voice-over.
To book jobs, you've got to send in competitive auditions -- consistently.
In this breakout session, we'll discuss seven steps to make your auditions successful. These steps apply to all areas of voice-over, across the board. Discover the skills and approach needed to handle any audition that comes your way.
World-Voices Organization holds live Rates Roundtable discussion at VO Atlanta!
Co-hosts of the popular series of roundtable discussions on Voice Over rates – Dave Courvoisier and Anne Ganguzza – are planning a live session of the R.A.D.A.R. rates panel during VoiceOver Atlanta.
Join experts who are attending VoiceOver Atlanta as they tackle some of the tough issues challenging voice actors in today’s changing digital marketplace. Your questions and participation welcome for this live recording!
Again this year you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to receive feedback from an agent.
Space is limited, but we have more agents than ever before available at this year’s conference!
You’ll have the opportunity to select the time that best suits your schedule on a first-come, first-served basis at conference Express Check-In – starting at 3:00 PM on Thursday.
Check in early to reserve your spot.
Again this year you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to receive feedback from an agent.
Space is limited, but we have more agents than ever before available at this year’s conference!
You’ll have the opportunity to select the time that best suits your schedule on a first-come, first-served basis at conference Express Check-In – starting at 3:00 PM on Thursday.
Check in early to reserve your spot.
Does the idea of creating characters scare the living daylights out of you?
Well, you're not alone.
In this session you'll be creating characters on the spot by creating what we call a character toolbox - as you learn to construct character voices by using those tools and five simple rules.
And as an added bonus, Blizzard Casting Director Andrea Toyias (World of WarCraft, Diablo, Starcraft) will be stopping by for some Q&A!
So, to recap: Learning to create your character toolbox and get to ask one of the most prolific character CDs in the industry questions?
Sounds like a one-stop shop to me.
Be there!
Book It! What You Need to Know to Book!
Cut to the chase and learn all you need to know to make your auditions stand out and get the inside secrets of today's most successful talent, taught by one of the busiest voice casting directors in the country. For the past 24 years, Mary Lynn Wissner has cast thousands of voices in thousands of TV, radio, animation, games, audio books, narration and films. Mary Lynn works with ad agencies, production companies and game producers everyday and knows what consistently gets their attention and books!
Get on the mic and find out what you're doing wrong, right and how to enhance what you already do. Because of the internet and home studios, there are more opportunities for voice talent and talent MUST know how to self-direct, so learn how from the casting director who has taught her FOUNDATIONS OF VOICEOVER to talent all across the country.
The Session will be about how to Survive in Radio and Beyond
Again this year you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to receive feedback from an agent.
Space is limited, but we have more agents than ever before available at this year’s conference!
You’ll have the opportunity to select the time that best suits your schedule on a first-come, first-served basis at conference Express Check-In – starting at 3:00 PM on Thursday.
Check in early to reserve your spot.
Again this year you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to receive feedback from an agent.
Space is limited, but we have more agents than ever before available at this year’s conference!
You’ll have the opportunity to select the time that best suits your schedule on a first-come, first-served basis at conference Express Check-In – starting at 3:00 PM on Thursday.
Check in early to reserve your spot.
Learn a proven step-by-step process to gain a new, long-term client.
Potential clients are out there. Lots of them. And over the years, David has helped many, MANY voice actors hook up with new clients they selected. In this session, you'll learn how to pinpoint a new, long-term client, how to approach them, how to best prepare, and how to seal the deal. Obtaining a new, long-term client isn't all that difficult. Be ready to write down some notes.
Come and learn from one of the most prominent voices in Radio Imaging. This is a three hour deep dive where you'll learn:
You’ll leave this session armed with the knowledge of how to create or revamp your website so that it incorporates the (3), key components necessary to attract, retain and motivate producers to explore all your voiceover work. The goal is to leverage your VO‑centric website to gain more auditions and bookings.
We'll look at:
What is the casting process for an animated pilot and series?
How does one get discovered?
How do you submit auditions?
How does one stand out among thousands of auditions?
Find out the answers to all these questions and more in an open and honest discussion. Participants will drive the conversation and get the answers they need to get noticed by casting directors.
Again this year you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to receive feedback from an agent.
Space is limited, but we have more agents than ever before available at this year’s conference!
You’ll have the opportunity to select the time that best suits your schedule on a first-come, first-served basis at conference Express Check-In – starting at 3:00 PM on Thursday.
Check in early to reserve your spot.
Again this year you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to receive feedback from an agent.
Space is limited, but we have more agents than ever before available at this year’s conference!
You’ll have the opportunity to select the time that best suits your schedule on a first-come, first-served basis at conference Express Check-In – starting at 3:00 PM on Thursday.
Check in early to reserve your spot.
With over 230 ADR credits for film & TV, Marc will guide you through the process of ADR. You'll have the opportunity to replace dialogue on a Feature Film, TV series , Cartoon, & Movie Trailer. Create Monsters for a SCI FI series or group "walla" for a police station in the 90's…Marc will show you how to get involved in the lucrative field of Looping.
These sessions are limited to just 12 people Max.
Are you an Arabic speaking voice talent?
؟هل أنت معلق صوتي عربي ؟
This session – presented fully in Arabic, will cover the essentials of voice over for this vast international market.
هذه المحاضرة تقدم لك بالكامل باللغة العربية وستتحدث عن أساسيات التعليق وخصوصيته في هذا السوق الواسع !
Wael will cover basic recording techniques, pronunciation tips, and home studio basics; as well as the intricacies of the Arabic market.
وائل حبَال , سيعطيكم بعض النصائح عن تقنيات التسجيل , النطق , وانشاء أستوديو منزلي وخوض غمار السوق العربي وحتى العالمي !
Which markets are asking for Arabic VO?
أي الأسواق الأكثر اهتماما بالتعليق الصوتي العربي ؟
What is the difference between Arabic VO markets and other international markets?
الفرق بين الأسواق المحلية والعالمية بالنسبة للتعليق الصوتي
How can you begin publishing your voice in the Middle East – and beyond?
كيف تبدأ بتسويق صوتك في الشرق الأوسط وعالميا ؟
Meet with VO branding & biz strategy expert, Celia Siegel, in her informatively fun and not-to-be missed Breakout Session all about branding & marketing! Here’s the skinny on what she’ll be covering:
Build it: Unearthing & developing a strong, unforgettable brand that knocks down doors and tells people what’s what about you.
Plan it: Creating appealing marketing materials and a smart plan to get your voice heard & brand out there working hard for you.
Sell it: Connecting with & effectively marketing to your target audiences.
Learn from someone who is in the voice-over booth everyday - casting, working closely with ad agencies, production companies and game producers.
Mary Lynn is in the game and shares with you the inside secrets that can get you bookings!
- Learn what Casting Directors and Producers want to hear
- Gain important skills for self-direction:
* how to breakdown a script
* make it your own and
* make your auditions stand out!
Mastering your own voice. Naturally unique voices are dominating commercial, promo, animation, and video games. To compete at the highest level, imitation can only do so much, but letting your true self shine is the most valuable.
-Ways to join the union and flip non-Union work to union contracts. Rather than waiting for your agent to call, let's be proactive and hit the ground running.
-How and when you should approach union franchised agencies, cultivating a good working relationship with buyers and agents to propel your business forward.
Again this year you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to receive feedback from an agent.
Space is limited, but we have more agents than ever before available at this year’s conference!
You’ll have the opportunity to select the time that best suits your schedule on a first-come, first-served basis at conference Express Check-In – starting at 3:00 PM on Thursday.
Check in early to reserve your spot.
[This second session has been added due to high demand.]
In this workshop, renowned audiobook narrator and instructor, Scott Brick, review the fundamentals of working within today's competitive audiobook market and what he sees as specific trends. He will share valuable points to prepare attendees for the work and what it takes to stay relevant.
Scott will work with actors as they read from book excerpts. Scott will listen to the actor's interpretation of the material and offer direction and suggestions that will help the narrator deliver an engaging audiobook performance and connect with the listener. Scott will also answer your questions about audiobook narration.
Nowadays, across the board in animation voice-over, they’re looking for real, natural performances. There shouldn’t be anything phony or “put on” in your voice. This workshop is designed to teach voice-over artists the tools they will need not only to have successful auditions, but successful careers.
Whether you’re new to the voice-over industry or a seasoned veteran, working with Everett and learning his audition techniques will enable you to strengthen both your voice-over skills and career. He looks to pull the best performance out of each actor, taking the time to get to know you and tailor his feedback appropriately. Everett Oliver will tell it like it is, helping you to target your strengths, and overcome your weaknesses.
With a little bit of money, a computer, and a microphone, anyone can call themselves a ‘voice over professional’ these days.
David will be sharing personal insights learned from over 30 years in this business on what it takes to stand out - to never give up - and how to approach everyday determined to Make it Great!
