Private Coaching
(In-Person or Online/Remote)
Success in this industry comes from having a solid foundation in the following:
performance
mic technique
self-direction
audio recording and editing skills
These are necessary both while recording and in post-production.
As a full-time voiceover talent with over 12 years in the industry and an additional 16+ years of professional broadcasting and audio production experience, my goal is to ensure you, as a student, can not only perform at the highest level, but also make sure you can deliver consistent results for your clients.
A FEW OF THE BRANDS I’VE VOICED
Having been privileged to perform voiceover work for some of the biggest companies in the world, I know what directors and producers are looking for in your performance. I can also teach you what to expect when doing remote recording sessions via a phone patch, Skype, Source Connect, Zoom, and other methods to ensure your voiceover reads and deliverable audio meet the proper specifications.
““My performance coaching session with Alex was super fun and informative! He gave me clear direction during my time in the booth and provided detailed, thoughtful notes on each of my reads. Not only did he offer valuable constructive criticism, but he also made sure to comment on the things he felt I did well. That kind of upbeat, positive energy really helped me feel more confident in my own abilities! I can’t wait for my next session!””
I offer training in my pro home studio, based in the north DFW suburb of Allen, TX or REMOTE via phone, skype, FB, etc.
Private Coaching Rates:
Special REMOTE Coaching Rates due to COVID-19
$80 per 50 minute session (reg $140) or $50 for 30 minute(reg $90)
Good coaches should be specialists. I primarily focus on teaching you performance technique and script analysis for the genres of commercial, explainers, corporate and documentary narration. I also can teach you proper recording skills and home studio setup. If you need advice on marketing, agents, where to find work, etc. I am happy to share my own anecdotal experiences but would recommend you seek out marketing and career coaches who specialize in those aspects of our industry.
Demo production
I do offer customized demo production for certain genres and can recommend some excellent producers for styles outside my expertise. Click the link below for Demo Production Services.
General Info FOR NEWBIES
HELPFUL LINKS
https://iwanttobeavoiceactor.com/ Animation voice acting legend Dee Bradley Baker's site
https://www.gravyforthebrain.com/ how-to-become-a-voice-actor/ Good collection of resources
http://patfraley.com/pf/product-category/hsc Home study courses by Pat Fraley
https://www.voiceoverxtra.com/newcomers.htm
https://www.nethervoice.com/nethervoice/ Paul Strikwerda's blog. Excellent resources, insight, and no-bullshit advice
www.edgestudio.com Great section for beginners, career resources.
https://voice123.com/script-timer-calculator
Podcasts
VOBoss Podcast https://voboss.com/
VO Bodyshop - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbH1aq5ZyQsghyjEWfDgQNQ
VO Buzz Weekly https://vobuzzweekly.com/
Online Casting
www.voice123.com
www.voplanet.com
www.bodalgo.com
www.voices.com (Don’t recommend for a number of reasons, but it’s there.)
Facebook Groups -NATIONAL AND REGIONAL
DFW Voice Actor Hangout https://www.facebook.com/groups/1186568924693956/
The Dallas Voice Acting Meetup Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/264900060246335/
VO Peeps https://www.facebook.com/groups/469615609753729/ (www.vopeeps.com)
The Voiceover Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/337841163531430/
Voiceover Universe https://www.facebook.com/groups/165029916842730/
The Voice Acting Hub https://www.facebook.com/groups/2364217548/