"Top 3 Voiceover Tips from Toluwanimi Adeoye-Oke"

This is the beginning of the path we recommend for an aspiring Voiceover Artist to enter the business.  It starts with the new aspiring Voiceover Artist.  Needing a set of tools and knowledge of how to use these tools to find real success.  These tools are as follows: Technique and delivery,  An understanding of what constitutes a poor, good and great voiceover performance. What separates a professional experiences VO artist from an amateur. An understanding of how to self direct and how to take direction with the outcome being a professional polished performance. An understanding of how to continue to evolve your skills and ability to perform VOs. This means refining your current characters and personas as well as creating more characters, voices, dialects, more variety in general.  Professional performer etiquette  (How to conduct yourself with regards to performing) How to conduct yourself in a studio, with a producer, and with regard to script interpretation,  How to submit for and receive compensation for your services. Marketing and Self promotion. Effective Plan with effective methods of marketing yourself Locally, regionally and nationally. Where to look for and find voice acting work suited to your talents and style. How to initially develop and then continually evolve your professional identity to grow your marketability over time. Fostering and nurturing relationships with potential and present employers. Home Recording Studio use. What gear to buy, Where to buy it,  How to set up and use studio gear properly. this includes how to get the room to sound right. How to get the highest quality recording possible for your own specific voice. How to distribute your recordings for both auditions and paid work. Industry quality Demos that highlight your current skills and ability. You need to begin with Commercial and Narration Demos. Once you have these tools you need to continue to use your tools to evolve your skills, market yourself according to your plan and “Be” a voiceover artist. As you move forward and evolve you need to continue to update your demos via your home studio and usually use a commercial studio for post production. (this is a very affordable way to be able to keep your demos current.) You need to continue to dedicate some amount of time to marketing yourself each week. You need to continue to expand and use your professional network to keep growing yourself and your business and your success.

Why choose a professional voiceover for your corporate video? There are a few reasons! Have a read of my list here and then listen to the sample video to hear how it's put into practice. Let me know if you can think of other reasons I've missed 😁 Credibility and Professionalism: 👔 A professional voiceover adds a layer of credibility and professionalism to your corporate video. It sets the tone, creating an impression that resonates with your audience. And as we all know, first impressions count! Crafted Tone and Style: 🎨 Tailored to perfection, a voiceover artist can alter their tone and style to match your brand personality. Whether your brand is authoritative, friendly, or motivational, a VoiceOver artist will match their delivery to your needs. Clarity and Message Delivery: 🚀 The clarity of communication is paramount. A skilled voiceover artist ensures your key messages are delivered with precision, enhancing the understanding of your product or service. Engagement Throughout: 🤝 A professional voiceover keeps your audience engaged from start to finish. With the right pacing, intonation, and emphasis, every word becomes an invitation to listen and absorb. Consistency in Branding: 🌟 Your brand deserves a consistent voice - just in the same way as your logo/colours/fonts are consistent, so should your audio be consistent too! A professional voiceover artist becomes an extension of your brand. Elevated Production Quality: 🎬 Quality matters. A professional voiceover elevates the overall production quality of your corporate video, leaving a lasting impression on clients, partners, and stakeholders. Ready to amplify your corporate story? Let's have a chat! My contact details are in my profile. #CorporateVideo #Voiceovers #BrandNarrative #Professionalism #voiceoverartist ................................... About Me: 🎙️I've been working as a voice over artist since 2013 🎙️I mostly work in the corporate and e-learning sectors 🎙️Some of the brands that have used my voice include Hilton, JCB, Mastercard, and Emirates 🐕 My studio manager is a brindle lurcher called Marble

Everybody thinks voiceover is easy… until the mic turns red Every time I say I’m a voiceover artist, someone goes “Oh nice! So you just talk for a living?” Yeah, totally. I wake up, say a few words, and money falls from the sky😏 Let’s clear up some of the biggest myths about what I actually do 📍 Myth 1: “You just read the script" Truth: If it was that simple, Siri would’ve taken my job by now Voiceover is acting; with your face invisible You’ve got to sell the emotion, not just the words 📍 Myth 2: “It’s all about having a nice voice" Truth: Okay, tell that to the person who sounds like Tiwa Savage but can’t sell toothpaste A “nice” voice is cool, but storytelling is what gets you booked (and rebooked) 📍 Myth 3: “It only takes a few minutes" Truth: Recording takes hours (sometimes) You have to warm up, adjust tone, edit out breath sounds, name files, send versions, and wait for feedback? That’s the real Olympics🏋🏾♀️ Voiceover isn’t “just talking" It’s making people feel something through sound alone Most people think is an easy job to do And that's okay because we make it look easy That’s part of the job😉 And if you think that’s easy, I invite you to read 60 seconds of copy about toothpaste like it’s poetry😌 PS: Do you think voiceover is easy? __________________ I’m Eesha, your creative co-pilot and content wingwoman Until next time, remember: You can and You will💜 #voiceover #voiceoverartist #voiceovertalent #voicetalent

If your content relies heavily on jokes, cultural references, or regional language, AI dubbing might not capture those nuances. Turning it off helps you keep your content authentic and enjoyable the way you intended it to be.

Want to be a VoiceOver artist? If you’ve been thinking about a career in voiceover, you might not sure where to start, or what your first steps should be. There is a tonne of information out there and it’s easy to go down rabbit holes and still not find what you need. My simple 30 page guide to getting started in voiceover will set you off on the right track.   I’ve been working as a voiceover artist since 2013 and I am often approached by people who want to be voiceover artists, or who are just starting out in their careers. I’m always happy to have a chat and point them in the right direction, but there’s a limit to how much information I can give them during a short online conversation, and it’s easy for them to quickly become overwhelmed.   So, I’ve collated my knowledge, tips, advice, and links to useful websites, in one easy to read guide which you can download and read at your leisure.   My guide to getting started in voiceover includes chapters on what voiceover is and what voiceover artists do, training, demos, home studios, marketing, and more. It will give you an overview of the industry, and the life of a working VO. It contains all the information I wish I’d had at the start of my career and will help you avoid some of the mistakes I made so you can hit the ground running! #VoiceOver #voiceoverartist #ebook #getstarted https://lnkd.in/eYV9rXhd .......................... About Me: 🎙️I'm a freelance voiceover artist based in the UK 🎙️I began my career in the USA in 2013 🎙️I work with clients around the world from my professional home studio 🏅I love helping other in the industry - I've even won an award for doing so!

Want to be a VoiceOver artist? If you’ve been thinking about a career in voiceover, you might not sure where to start, or what your first steps should be. There is a tonne of information out there and it’s easy to go down rabbit holes and still not find what you need. My simple 30 page guide to getting started in voiceover will set you off on the right track.   I’ve been working as a voiceover artist since 2013 and I am often approached by people who want to be voiceover artists, or who are just starting out in their careers. I’m always happy to have a chat and point them in the right direction, but there’s a limit to how much information I can give them during a short online conversation, and it’s easy for them to quickly become overwhelmed.   So, I’ve collated my knowledge, tips, advice, and links to useful websites, in one easy to read guide which you can download and read at your leisure.   My guide to getting started in voiceover includes chapters on what voiceover is and what voiceover artists do, training, demos, home studios, marketing, and more. It will give you an overview of the industry, and the life of a working VO. It contains all the information I wish I’d had at the start of my career and will help you avoid some of the mistakes I made so you can hit the ground running! #VoiceOver #voiceoverartist #ebook #getstarted https://lnkd.in/eh9h7Hy8 .......................... About Me: 🎙️I'm a freelance voiceover artist based in the UK 🎙️I began my career in the USA in 2013 🎙️I work with clients around the world from my professional home studio 🏅I love helping other in the industry - I've even won an award for doing so!

One thing I’ve learned as a voiceover artist? Taking direction is part of the magic. It’s easy to get attached to how we think a script should sound — the tone, the energy, the delivery. But sometimes, a simple note from a voice director or a client’s correction completely shifts the vibe… and suddenly, it clicks. 💡 Those moments remind me that direction isn’t criticism — it’s collaboration. It’s what helps us bring a client’s vision to life and fulfill the real purpose for which we were contacted in the first place. Because in voiceover, your voice might carry the message — but direction gives it meaning. 🎧 #VoiceOver #CreativeProcess #VoiceArtist #Collaboration #GrowthMindset #Storytelling

Activating the auto dubbing feature on your YouTube channel helps you reach a wider audience without having to manually translate or record their videos in different languages. The feature automatically detects the original audio, translates it, and generates dubbed voice tracks in multiple languages, making content accessible to viewers who prefer or only understand those languages. https://lnkd.in/dzWrbk_a

Buttons Sound | NY Audio Post & Sonic Branding Agency recently hosted recording sessions for Tylenol’s new Spanish-language campaign, featuring Olga Merediz, known for her role in In the Heights, and produced in collaboration with Doner. The sessions were engineered by Rich Macar to ensure every spot captured the authenticity and warmth of the brand’s voice. 🎙️✨ This project reflects our expertise in multilingual audio post production, including voiceover recording, dialogue editing, and final mix. High-quality audio post allows brands to connect with audiences across languages and cultures through sound that feels genuine and human. If your campaign requires professional audio post services, our team is here to help bring your message to life. Learn more about our work 👇 https://lnkd.in/e5pZzbV7 #ButtonsSound #AudioPostProduction #VoiceOver #SonicBranding #SoundDesign #Tylenol #OlgaMerediz #BehindTheScenes

Mumbai Dubbing Immersion Student Feedback Spotlight! 🎙️ Here’s what one of our recent participants shared about the VV Voice Box Dubbing Immersion in Mumbai: 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 1: What was the most valuable part of the workshop for you? The difference between voiceover and dubbing was clearly explained. The Four P’s (Pitch, Power, Pace, Pause) were demoed effectively during the boardroom session. Pre- and post-production processes were explained well as a newcomer, it was an informative session. The studio experience and practice were outstanding. I have never seen such dedication from a VO instructor. 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 2: Did you feel the training (both in the boardroom & studio) gave you practical insights into dubbing? Yes, definitely. We learned how the industry works and how to approach new opportunities. Studio training was a great experience, giving a real sense of what to expect in the real world and how much preparation is needed to handle every situation. 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 3: How was your experience with the trainer? Saanwari Ma’am is full of knowledge. She poured her heart into sharing her insights with all of us. We learned how to capture the mood of the artist and deliver VO based on the script genre. It was amazing to understand different types of work she has done and how to mould and demould a character. Vikram Sir provided this opportunity to learn VO and dubbing from Saanwari Ma’am and gain hands-on studio experience. We’re looking forward to learning more from him about tools, setup, avoiding social media pitfalls, voice-video mixing, and trimming unnecessary sounds in audio. 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 4: Any suggestions to make future sessions even better? The session was well-organized and comfortable. One suggestion: add one more day of hands-on studio practice. Trainers have a lot to cover in limited time, so a longer session would allow more practical application. 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 5: Would you recommend VV Voice Box workshops to others? Definitely yes, without any doubt. ✨ We’re thrilled to see our students gain practical insights and confidence in voiceover and dubbing. Thank you for trusting VV Voice Box on your journey! #VVVoiceBox #VoiceOver #DubbingWorkshop #VoicesBehindTheScenes #MumbaiWorkshop #VoiceTraining