June 2022
A great month for learning!
Not to be Missed!
V.O. North is proud to be back for a 4th year of panels, one-on-ones, intensives, breakouts, networking, and much more.
Yes U Can turn NU $ into Union!
Catch the replay! 188 attendees!
WATCH HERE
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!
Voice Over & Covid-19
Loss of Income/Disaster Relief
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Check out this page to look into filing for unemployment
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SAG-AFTRA has created a great information database about all upcoming changes HERE
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The Actor’s Fund has financial assistance programs for ALL actors
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The VOC Relief Fund. The VOC has set up a fund account to help those in dire need. If you'd like to help and can spare a lil extra change, please do. Chip In
Weekly VO Workouts
$10 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!
Sign Up Here!
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 10% off 3 months of membership!
VOC Exclusives!
The BOOK CLUB is Back!
Pre-Order now and Join us this July - Sept as we read the brand new book
The Art and Business of
Acting for Video Games
written by the incredible
Julia-Bianco Schoeffling!
"Make Your Auditions Memorable!"
Jay will teach you how in this incredible workshop! Just a few seats left!
Use Code : VOWW2022
for 15% off!
VO Demo production now has it's OWN page! So perhaps you are ready for say... A DEMO THAT ROCKS?!? Head on over, have a listen to all the great producers and find the one that's right for you!
(BONUS: Tell Chuck Duran that the VOC sent you for $100 off your new demo!)
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!
Voice Over Rates
STAND UP FOR (Y)OUR RATES!
It's up to each individual voice actor to keep the industry standard fair rates from plummeting.
This goes for union and non-union actors alike.
These rates vary based on:
• where the vo will be aired
• how long it will air
• how the vo will be used
• what kind of vo & more
Sometimes it may SEEM easier to just say, "yup, I'll do it for that rate".
But you may be missing out on so much money when you do that. And you are also encouraging the industry standard rates to drop.
Turn Your Non-Union VO work into Union Work!
Did you know...that it is pretty simple to convert eligible non-union voice over work into union work with the help of a SIGNATORY?!
Yes indeed! And our good friend's over at SoundBox:LA can help you out!
Just visit them below to get started!
Featured VO Shows
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A simple guide
Here is a little check list of sorts I 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