I currently do a lot of voice narration for courses and videos and would love to hone my skills in that area; especially for voicing multiple characters. I'm looking for a certificate program or a workshop that relates to this area beyond the beginner level, but I've come up empty. I did find a few companies that provide guidance and training for the freelance market, but that doesn't really fit my needs. Does anyone have any suggestions?
I'm not sure that "certification" is even available here - what are you certifying exactly?
The best thing I ever did was to spend 2 x 1-hour sessions with the best/most experienced v/o coach that I could find, and then read as many books as I could on the subject. In the end, I just ended doing v/o's in "my" voice, but it's served me well for many years now.
I got a lot out of James Altburger's The Art of Voice Acting book. It's quite detailed. If you are in the U.S., he gives classes and such in San Diego I believe. Here's his site: http://voiceacting.com/
In the end though, Bruce's suggestion rings true: pick up some good books on the subject, find a good coach or two in your area, and practice everyday. In the words of AC/DC, "it's a long way to top, if you wanna rock and roll."
btw, Sir Bruce Graham also helped me when I first got into VO for elearning. He knows his stuff. Probably not a horrible idea to post some samples here, and ask for feedback. Hope that helps. --Daniel
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I'm not sure that "certification" is even available here - what are you certifying exactly?
The best thing I ever did was to spend 2 x 1-hour sessions with the best/most experienced v/o coach that I could find, and then read as many books as I could on the subject. In the end, I just ended doing v/o's in "my" voice, but it's served me well for many years now.
Hi, Kenneth:
I got a lot out of James Altburger's The Art of Voice Acting book. It's quite detailed. If you are in the U.S., he gives classes and such in San Diego I believe. Here's his site: http://voiceacting.com/
In the end though, Bruce's suggestion rings true: pick up some good books on the subject, find a good coach or two in your area, and practice everyday. In the words of AC/DC, "it's a long way to top, if you wanna rock and roll."
btw, Sir Bruce Graham also helped me when I first got into VO for elearning. He knows his stuff. Probably not a horrible idea to post some samples here, and ask for feedback. Hope that helps. --Daniel
Thanks guys! I will check out those suggestions.
Cool. Looks like James Altburger does offer a certification, of sorts. And
some webinar-type training, too.
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