The Voice Over Collective
April 2024
April Showers Bring VO Powers!
Not to be Missed!
Be sure to Grab The Latest VORG!
The Latest VORG is here! Click the image or button to order yours and we'll plant a tree!!
Or visit The MEGA GRID and choose "Pick Up Location" to find one near you!
Addressing the AI/Synthetic Problem
Don't Lose Your Voice Forever!
Join together to address issues around the use of AI/Synthetic voices and performances in our industry. As the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and synthetic voice technology continues to evolve and grow across the entertainment industry (and technology at large), opportunities to exploit and harm performers also multiply.
The contract contains three budget tiers ranging from $250,000 to $15 million and offers strong A.I. protections and secondary compensation for successful games based on unit sales.
This contract will not only bring new and exciting work opportunities to our members, but will demonstrate that the provisions we have been asking for are entirely reasonable, achievable and implementable.
Click here to read FAQs and here to read the contract in its entirety.
It's VORG Pizza Time!
Join Team VORG for a slice of Pizza at the
Pizza Wagon of Brooklyn
in Sherman Oaks Wednesday April 17th
From 11am - 1pm grab a slice on us!
And Get Your VORG!
Weekly VO Workouts
Keep your skills sharp.
Created by Jay Preston & Tim Friedlander for the VO Community!
Upcoming guest directors:
Arielle Negrin (Atlas), Kathryn Horan & Kelly Moscinski (Voicecaster), Nicole Sandoval (Video Games), Terry Berland (Casting), Dave Fennoy and more!
$10/$20 weekly workouts! The Voicecaster's Virtual VO Workout Group (VVOWG) is an on-going virtual workout for VO talent of all levels who want to practice their auditioning skills and get feedback directly from The Voicecaster's team of casting directors! We do two groups a week with a variety of commercial copy and you can submit or pass as you please!
Workouts at the Camp!
You hit the gym to build muscle, work on your endurance, and get stronger - the same idea applies for all skill sets in life.
Join Voiceover Camp in their weekly workouts, and enjoy time "on mic" with notes and feedback live from our coaches. Drop in, pump up those voice muscles, and feel ready to tackle the auditions and bookings that come your way!
On Demand Coaching!
1:1 by the minute coaching with industry pros
With strong industry connections, SkillsHub provides on-demand coaching with the most hard-working, creative, and experienced coaches out there.
Enter Code : TheVOC
for 20% off 3 months of membership!
VOC Exclusives!
Joe's course is a one-of-a-kind resource for ALL skill levels – carrying his students from knowing nothing about microphones or building a studio – all the way to booking paid work on their own, with no experience, demos, agents, or training required.
Use Code VOC20 for 20% off!
Keep your vocal cords strong!
The Voice Straw is scientifically shown to improve technique for singers, voiceover actors, and anyone who relies on voice projection as part of their work. It’s a must-have tool for anyone looking to improve their sound and strengthen their voice!
Use Code: TheVOC for 10% off!
The online version of the industry’s oldest and most definitive voice over publication since 1988. Here you’ll find listings and resources for all things voice over, including recording studios, casting services, actor training, voice over rates, demo production, talent agencies, voice over conferences, events and so much more.
MAKING YOUR VOICEOVER AUDIO SOUND AMAZING DOESN'T HAVE TO BE SCARY!
Whether you just got your first home studio setup with some blankets and your first microphone, or you're an established VO pro, there are countless ways to improve and optimize your home studio audio.
Tell him you're part of the VOCFAMILY!
NEW - VO RADIO!
I'm proud to endorse the new VO Radio!
24/7 Voice Over Radio Broadcast dedicated to the entire Voice Over Industry.
Created by veteran broadcaster, casting director, voice talent and voice over coach of VO101 Anthony Reece. Voice talent can access the LIVE stream, and listen to positive hit music, gain valuable free advice, industry news, events, contests, comedy, technology reviews, business tips, marketing ideas, and more to enhance your voice over career 24/7.
As of October 2023, VO Radio now has LIVE shows featuring 5 panelists Monday' and Wednesday' at 5pm est. Interested in being a feature contributor? Click here and consider joining as new broadcast contributor. VO Radio...It's here for you!
Here is a little check list of sorts Jay put together to help easily guide your voice career forward and set goals.
<< be honest about where you are in your vo career and what your rates should be >>
Tier 1
Years Working
1-3
Acting Backround / Union Status
none / a little/ in classes / non union
Equipment
usb mic / no sound booth or closet /
limited editing skills
Classes Coaches Workshops
none / just started / in classes
Booking Work
you are booking at least once a month
/ you still have a day or night job /
you have at least one repeat client
Verdict
you are just starting / don't sell yourself short / don't charge more than you're worth on the Pay to Play site's (P2P)/
learn about equipment and editing software /find more coaches and classes
Rates
Check usage rates
SAG/AFTRA rate sheet
GVAA non-union rate guide
Never bid on a job on a P2P for less than $150
Tier 2
Years Working
3-5
Acting Backround / Union Status
3+ years acting / Improv / Union*
Equipment
condensor or shotgun mic / preamp
/ sound booth or treated closet /
skilled with editing software
Classes Coaches Workshops
yes / 2+ years / in classes
Booking Work
you are booking at least twice a month
/ you have 2+ repeat clients / no day job* you are actively marketing yourself
Verdict
Working Pro / don't sell yourself short
/ charge what you're worth on the Pay to Play site's (P2P) / keep growing and learning
Rates
Check usage rates
SAG/AFTRA rate sheet
GVAA non-union rate guide
Never bid on a job on a P2P for less than $250
Tier 3
Years Working
5+
Acting Backround / Union Status
5+ years acting / Improv / Union*
Equipment
condensor or shotgun mic / preamp
/ sound booth or treated closet /
skilled with editing software / employees
Classes Coaches Workshops
yes / 5+ years / coaches
Booking Work
you are booking at least twice a week
/ you have 5+ repeat clients / no day job / you are actively marketing yourself
Verdict
VO Veteran / don't sell yourself short
/ charge industry standard rates / join SAG-AFTRA
/ keep growing and learning
Rates
Check usage rates
SAG/AFTRA rate sheet
GVAA non-union rate guide
Never do a job for less than
Industry Standard Rates
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