VO Pro: The Business of Voiceover and Voice Acting (Paul Schmidt)
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| 17 Aug 2023 | SAG-AFTRA & WGA Strikes: Fighting for HUMANITY in Art | 00:08:30 | |
Here, today, right now, those developing generative AI are threatening to put a lot of us out of work. In October of 2020, the World Economic Forum said that while AI would likely take away 85 million jobs globally by 2025 (and we’re more than halfway there, by the way), it would also generate 97 million new jobs in fields ranging from big data and machine learning to information security and digital marketing. And for a prime example of just how this is happening, look no further than our own industry and the current SAG-AFTRA and Writer’s Guild of America strikes against the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which includes the major streaming services and Hollywood studios. ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/BzSc3XNnXls SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 11 Jan 2024 | 8 Strategies To Vet Reputable Coaching & Demo Production | 00:09:46 | |
There are currently at the time we’re filming this, allegations against a specific voiceover coach and demo producer. The concerning part of these allegations is that they’re being made against someone who at one time had a sterling reputation in the voiceover business. They are a highly accomplished voice actor and were for years a trusted coach. That’s scary stuff. And it’s nightmare fuel for newer and even more experienced voice actors when it comes to vetting reputable coaches. Who do you trust? How do you know? Better yet, how do you find out? Today, I’m going to give you 8 Strategies and a process to help you vet coaches, demo producers, really service providers, so that you can minimize the chances of being taken by dishonest, shiesty people. A starter list of reputable VO Facebook groups: ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/mR1wCMAe5tI?si=XzdrW96rhP4n7bxk SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO | |||
| 09 Nov 2023 | An Open Letter to Voices' New CEO: 7 Ways to Make Up with VOs | 00:10:20 | |
It’s November and as we stare down the barrel of the Holiday Season, it's clear that 2023 has held more change and transition for the VO business than any of us knew at the start of the year. We’ve also seen some change and transition in the PSP platforms, especially at the largest of the VO-specific platforms, Voices, as they replaced Founder David Ciccarelli as CEO with interim CEO Jay O’Connor in October. So today as we start wrapping our heads around 2024, I think there’s an opportunity here to begin to repair a fraught relationship between the platform and the voice over community, and so I thought I’d write an open letter to Voices and Interim CEO, Jay O’Connor. I believe that Voices can run a healthy, profitable business, provide significant value for shareholders, and have an ethical, collaborative relationship with the voice actors who provide the services upon which Voices is built. Here are a few steps Voices can take to start to repair our relationship and show some good will toward the voice-acting community. The NAVA fAIr Voices Pledge: https://navavoices.org/fair-voices/ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 26 Jan 2024 | Voice Over CONFERENCES 2024 – Downloadable Calendar | 00:16:05 | |
Last year we started our Voice Over Conference Calendar here on the channel and it was a hit. I got a lot of feedback, comments on the video last year, and the video and downloadable conference calendar were both well received. So we’re back this year with my 2024 Voice Over Conference Calendar. Again, this list is not meant to be exhaustive or definitive or comprehensive. This is simply my list of conferences I believe you should consider if you're putting together your plan for conferences for the 2024 year. Download the Calendar here: https://welcome.vopro.pro/conference-calendar-2024 APAC: https://audiopub.org/apa-conference The VO Breakfast Show: https://podbay.fm/p/the-vo-breakfast-show _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/mR1wCMAe5tI SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: h | |||
| 11 Aug 2022 | How To Avoid BAD Voice Over Rates: Aggressive Listings & More | 00:07:03 | |
Welcome to How To Avoid BAD Voice Over Rates, deal with aggressive voice over job listings, how to negotiate voice over rates and when and why in-perpetuity is bad for voice actors. When you’re in the first few years of your voice over careers, rates and negotiation tend to be a big black box. Why do we negotiate? Why negotiate voice over rates? How do we spot aggressive voice over job listings on the voice over job boards and voice over websites? How do we avoid bad voice over jobs and avoid bad deals? 00:00 – 0:27 Welcome to How To Avoid BAD Voice Over Rates Jack Dundon’s The problem with 'in perpetuity': https://www.jackdoesvoices.com/blog/the-problem-with-in-perpetuity Quoting All-Media Buyouts: https://paulschmidtpro.com/blog/quoting-all-media-buyouts-in-voice-over Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro | |||
| 13 Oct 2022 | KILL Your Fear of Rejection and Failure - 8 PROVEN Methods | 00:11:15 | |
George Addair famously said, “Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” So true for voice actors. When I spoke to almost 70 voice actors, failure was by far the biggest fear we have. That one root fear permeates everything we do... fear of rejection, fear of auditioning, fear of reaching out to clients, fear of annoying people, fear of standing up for our worth, fear of pushing back on a client, fear of demanding fair rates, fear of not executing the audition spec… the list is endless. Today we’re going to give you 8 proven methods to kill your fear of failure and rejection. Chapters: ___________________ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 01 Feb 2024 | 3 HARD FACTS for Freelancers & Voice Actors - Straight Truth | 00:09:56 | |
If I asked 100 voice actors to tell me what they do for a living, how many do you think would use the word freelance? Probably zero. The truth is, if you’re a voice actor, you are a freelancer. What does that mean? First, it means you are not an employee. It means working for different companies at different times rather than being permanently employed by one company. It means you’re self-employed. That means you are solely responsible for all the functions of any company. Production, logistics and project management, accounting, payroll, and taxes, HR, creative, and most importantly sales and marketing. We get so in the weeds of doing our voice actory things that we forget that we are in fact freelancers first, and that many of the issues, obstacles, and adversities we deal with are not unique to voiceover. Graphic designers, copywriters, illustrators, website designers, content writers, video producers, social media managers, animators, and user interface designers all deal with muck of the same day-to-day stuff as we do. In fact, voice actor is not even in top 10 most common forms of creative freelance work. We are part of a massive freelance community, and most of the time, we don’t even realize it. According to Upwork in 2023, the number of American professionals freelancing increased to 64 million, or 38% of the U.S workforce, an increase of 4 million from 2022. Gen Z actually prefers freelance work. 53% of Gen Z freelances, not as a side hustle, but as a long-term career choice. Freelancing is exploding and we as voice actors are part of the freelance community. Today, I’m going to give you 3 hard freelancing facts that absolutely apply to voice over. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead gener | |||
| 04 Aug 2022 | Is Voice Over Rigged? What the VO Business SHOULD Be | 00:07:18 | |
This is my vision for what the voice over business should be. I have a vision for voice over and why this channel exits. Many think that there are voice over gate keepers or wonder is voice over too competitive. Is voice over rigged? In this video, I’ll lay out in my view what voice over should be, what the voice over business ought to be, why voice over is important, a vision for voice over, why this channel exists, why i started this channel, and why I'm a professional voice actor. I believe that voiceover should be a meritocracy. I believe that if you invest time and money and effort into training, if you work on your skills every day, if you're driven and you're passionate and you're talented, then you should be able to make a comfortable living in this business as I have. I believe that anybody can learn the basics of marketing and that it's crucial to have a system and a plan and a process and tools to grow relationships at-scale that lead to consistent booking revenue and income. Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 26 Oct 2023 | A Voice Over MASS EXODUS? Will 80% of Voice Actors Be OUT? | 00:08:36 | |
Music Radio Creative’s Izabela Russell recently said on their channel that she sees a mass exodus happening in the voice over industry. And while Izabela’s take is stark, and blunt, it’s not new. Do I agree with her? Yes. And no. I’ll get to that. I agree, and I’ve said this for years, that AI will obliterate the bottom end of the industry where price is and always has been the primary driver. And I think that’s a good thing because for those of us who have taken the time and effort to get the training, build our businesses, and command pro rates, AI will take clients who don’t care about quality in the first place off the table. It will give them a better solution to their problem, and it will eliminate or at least minimize the garbage work out there for human voice actors. And for those who haven’t taken that time and effort, I do think there is a reckoning coming. So, what do we do? As voice actors? Push is in fact coming to shove, so what do we do when the robots can do what most voice actors can do? SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 18 Apr 2024 | The UNFIXABLE MISTAKE You CANNOT Make in Voice Over | 00:09:28 | |
There are metric tons of bad mistakes you can make in voice over. You can have no training or be undertrained. You can have a bad recording space or bad equipment. You can do your own demos. You can have a bad website. All of those are fixable. No training? Start training. Bad recording space, bad equipment, bad audio? Totally fixable. Call Uncle Roy, George The Tech, Jordan Reynolds, or Tim Tippets. Bad demos? Work with a reputable demo producer. Bad website, work with a pro designer. But there’s one mistake that is not nearly as fixable. Make this mistake and it will derail your voice over career for years. What is it? Takeaways: Working for low-ball rates devalues your work and attracts demanding clients. Voiceover is a service, and clients should value the collaboration and the end product. Choose value-driven clients and build a business based on quality and professionalism. Beware of coaches who promise quick success; building a successful voiceover business takes time and dedication. ▶️ Watch this next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVUuUfwNTG--FN1vPuoJlK4Hfl52pi5UA VO Pro: https://vopro.pro SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 27 Mar 2025 | Can AI Replace Voice Actors? The TRUTH About AI & VO Work | 00:09:47 | |
🎙️ Can AI really replace voice actors… or is that just hype? AI-generated voices are getting scary good—and fast. But what does that mean for real working voice talent? In this video, we expose how AI is already changing the voiceover industry, the real risks to your career, and what you can do right now to stay ahead of the curve. If you’re a voice actor wondering how to compete in a world of synthetic voices, this is the video you can’t afford to skip. 🎧 You’ll learn: 👇 Drop a comment: Do YOU think AI will replace voice actors? 🎤 Want to stay ahead of the curve? 🔔 Subscribe for more no-bullshit VO industry insight. #VoiceActing #AIvoices #VoiceOverBusiness #VoiceOverJobs #CanAIReplaceVoiceActors _____________________________
SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 15 Feb 2024 | How To Get a Voice Over AGENT: 3 BIG Questions, 3 Big Answers | 00:11:52 | |
I got a message last week from one of our VO Pro members who says, “I have a topic that could go down a BIG rabbit hole! For all us newbies out here...When is it time to look for an agent?” What milestones should you have met or be meeting to find an agent? How do you go about finding an agent and soliciting them? I’ll answer these and other burning questions today on Paulie’s Secret Agent Plan. Yeah this is a big one, especially for newer pro voice talent. You’ve got your baseline training. You’re competent. You’re booking work, maybe even a fair amount of work, and the whole question of agent representation is a big black box. So, let’s try and break this down for you into small chunks. Here are 3 answers to 3 big questions about voice over agents. And stick around because at the end we’ll answer an important bonus question my student didn’t ask. 00:00 When is it time to look for an agent? ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/i5lmxiXR-fM SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 09 Feb 2023 | Top 7 Beginner Voice Over Marketing MISTAKES to Avoid | 00:13:21 | |
One of the most common marketing questions I get from voice actors is, “How do I differentiate myself? How do I set myself apart? How do I make myself different?” We’re going to start by flipping that question around and asking, “How do you not look like everyone else?” So here are 7 of the most common marketing mistakes in voice over SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup Say Hi on Social: https://www.instagram.com/paulschmidtvo https://www.tiktok.com/@paulschmidtpro https://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 02 Mar 2023 | "AI STOLE My Voice!!!" - Voice Actor Remie Michelle Clarke | 00:19:34 | |
One of the scariest aspects of being a voice actor in modern times is AI, artificial intelligence, synthetic voice, and text to speech. Most of the discussion has been around the question of, Well, what happens when AI steals our work? The scarier question to me is what happens when A.I. steals your voice? Joining us from Dublin is the Irish voice actor and author Remie Michelle Clarke with her story of how her voice was stolen directly by artificial intelligence and the difficulties she's had in pursuing the people that have taken her voice. A special thank you to Paul Strikwerda for helping connect me with Remie. Thank you, sir! _____________________________
Resources mentioned in this episode: Vice Motherboard article: ‘Disrespectful to the Craft:’ Actors Say They’re Being Asked to Sign Away Their Voice to AI https://www.vice.com/en/article/5d37za/voice-actors-sign-away-rights-to-artificial-intelligence Wired article: Audiobook Narrators Fear Apple Used Their Voices to Train AI https://www.wired.com/story/apple-spotify-audiobook-narrators-ai-contract/ Kotaku article: Your Favorite Voice Actors Call Out AI Sites Copying Voices Without Consent https://kotaku.com/ai-voice-actors-steve-blum-elevenlabs-contracts-sell-1850108292 UPDATES: From attorney and voice actor Rob Sciglimpaglia: Don't Commit 'Career Suicide' In AI: How To Keep Control Of Your Cloned Voice https://www.voiceoverxtra.com/article.htm?id=BJSOS5GG The Open Voice Network: https://openvoicenetwork.org/
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| 03 Nov 2022 | Conference Sneak Peek: MAVO 2022 - Mid-Atlantic Voice Over | 00:27:29 | |
MAVO, the mid-Atlantic Voice Over conference is coming up Friday, November 11th through Sunday, November 13th, at the Westin Dulles in the Washington, D.C. area. MAVO was my first conference, and it's very special to me. And so today we're going to do a little preview of MAVO 2022, the faces you can expect to see what you can expect to hear, why MAVO is different than certainly the 800-pound gorilla conferences in our business and what makes it special. And to tell us about all that is the chief executive president, owner and executive producer of MAVO, Val Kelly. MAVO Website: https://www.midatlanticvo.com/ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 25 May 2023 | Overcome Common Objections and BOOK the Gig | 00:11:37 | |
Even the most talented freelance creatives…. voice actors, video producers, writers, graphic designers, developers, social media strategists, etc… run into common customer objections that can get in the way of or even completely derail closing deals and booking gigs. Today, I’m going to help you do just that. We’ll will explore some common customer objections and provide some valuable strategies to address them so that you can close more deals. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Private 1:1 VO Business Coaching: https://paulschmidtcoaching.com USE CODE YOUTUBE20 to get 20% off your first paid session. My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast Why I Don't Worry About Fiverr Anymore: https://globalvoiceacademy.com/why-i-dont-worry-about-fiverr-anymore/ Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.):
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| 23 Apr 2024 | Terry Daniel: "That Sh*t Sticks With You For Life" | 00:19:22 | |
Today we welcome voice actor, head of UVT Coaching, and my one-time coach, Terry Daniel. Terry discusses his journey in the voiceover industry and his experience as a coach. He shares how he got into coaching and the importance of training with coaches who are still booking voiceover work. Terry also talks about the obstacles people face when starting in voiceover, including fear and impatience. He emphasizes the need for patience and hard work in building a successful voiceover career. We also touch on the challenges of navigating the abundance of information and misinformation in the industry and Terry shares his experience with amusement park work and his goals for the future, including directing commercial sessions. Takeaways: Patience and hard work are necessary for success in voiceover Navigating the abundance of information in the industry requires discernment Amusement park work can be lucrative and enjoyable Directing commercial sessions is a potential growth area in the industry UVT Coaching: https://www.uvtcoaching.com/ _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/rS0Ycajqblg?si=MD2Q_LY4BGPayzoO SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 27 Oct 2022 | Absolutely CRUSH 2023: Your 3-Step Voice Over Business Plan | 00:11:52 | |
Here’s my first prediction for 2023. 2023 will be your year! But only if you have a solid voice over business plan, including a voice over marketing plan. In this video, I’ll give you the three most effective steps to building a rock solid 2023 action plan for your voice over business. And at the end, I’ll reveal the real secret sauce to success in 2023 and beyond. The old saying, “Failing to plan is planning to fail” is absolutely true. Here’s exactly how plan and crush 2023. Chapters: SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 25 Jul 2024 | The VO Toolkit: 11 ESSENTIAL Apps for Your Voice Over Business | 00:21:30 | |
There are hundreds of apps out there to help run our voice acting businesses, but finding the right ones can be like finding a needle in a haystack. After a lot of trial and error, I’ve found a set of tools that works for me. In this video, I’m going to break down why I prefer these specific apps, what the learning curve is like, and how much they’ll set you back. Center Stage Design: https://centerstage.design/ App Links: _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | Get Started in Voiceover Work: Choosing Your FIRST Coach | 00:09:51 | |
So, you’ve decided you want to get into voice acting and learn to do voiceovers and maybe even become a professional voice actor one day. Great! As the song says, yes, there are two paths you can go by. First, maybe you just want to make a few bucks, have some fun and maybe make voiceover a hobby. You can jump on Fiverr or Upwork and find a ton of jobs to audition for and that’s great. But if you think you might want to go pro one day, or even if you don’t know, but want to find out, don’t go the Fiverr route. Fiverr, Upwork, and the freelancer sites can actually damage your career if you ever want to go pro. If you want to get started on the journey to professional voice acting, it all starts with good coaching. “Coaching?!?!?” you say. “But why do I need coaching? I can talk! I do it every day!” Here’s the hard truth… Chapters: 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | Jen Greenfield Takes Her Moonshot. Routinely. | 01:01:20 | |
My guest today can probably best be described as a force. When she's in the room, you know it. She is a successful voice actor. She helps people with branding and Linkedin and networking. And most impressively, she is what I call a moonshot taker. Please welcome to the podcast, my dear friend and work wife, Naked Jen Greenfield. _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE TO THE YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 13 Feb 2024 | Toby Ricketts: "It's NEVER Been Harder” To Be a Voice Actor! | 00:41:51 | |
My guest today is not just a highly experienced voice actor of over 20 years. He is also the head of Gravy for the Brain Oceania and runs his own voice acting academy in New Zealand. Please welcome to the podcast, Toby Ricketts. Toby Ricketts is a highly experienced voice actor and head of Gravy for the Brain Oceania, discusses his journey in the voice acting industry and the importance of community. He shares his experience with Gravy for the Brain and how it led to the establishment of the Voice Academy in New Zealand. Toby also highlights the challenges faced by new voice actors in 2024 and offers advice on making the leap to full-time voice acting. He emphasizes the importance of setting big hairy audacious goals and taking consistent daily steps towards achieving them. Takeaways Chapters https://www.tobyrickettsvoiceover.com/ _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/b6r6B2uD1GA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO | |||
| 23 Jan 2025 | The Voice Actor’s SURVIVAL Guide to Direct Marketing | 00:14:47 | |
Marketing directly to prospects as a voice actor can feel like standing on a diving board, staring into the deep end, and wondering if there’s a shark or a nuclear bomb in the water. You’ve probably heard about cold emailing and thought, “That’s just spam, right?” Or maybe the idea of bothering someone with an unsolicited email gives you flashbacks to awful networking mixers where everyone exchanges business cards and fake smiles. I get it—cold emailing feels like uncharted territory for a lot of voice actors. But here’s the truth: it’s how I built my 6-figure VO business. The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan _____________________________
SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 29 Jun 2023 | Are You Serving SPAM?!?!? Demystifying Email Deliverability | 00:09:57 | |
One of the biggest objections I hear from voice actors is I don’t want to be spammy in my email marketing. And I get what people are saying here, and they’re right. They don’t want to be perceived as sending irrelevant, salesy, sleazy messages to poorly targeted, or not targeted at all, people. In other words, if they reach out to prospects, they want that to be a quality engagement and I 110% support that philosophy. BUT there’s another kind of spam. And it’s this second kind that you may be sending and not even know it. It’s unintentional spam. It’s messaging that you’ve taken the time to craft, taken the time to target your prospects, taken the time to try to do all the things right, and yet it’s not even making it to your prospect’s inbox, because the ESPs, the email service providers are marking it as spam and culling it from the system before you’ve ever had the chance to say Hello. Today, we’re gonna break down email deliverability, and at the end, we’re gonna give you resources to give yourself the best chance of getting that email delivered safely and soundly. EMAIL DELIVERABILITY RESOURCES: https://welcome.paulschmidtpro.com/email-deliverability-resources-yt SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 13 Jul 2023 | Feeling Overwhelmed: Relieve Stress & Simplify Your VO Life | 00:12:16 | |
Loneliness. Doubt. Knowledge gaps. Distraction. Overwhelm. Rejection. Voice actors battle these struggles every day and oftentimes they lead to unfocused action, wasted resources, poor decision-making, and feelings of overwhelm (or VO-verwhelm). Without the right support and resources, it's no wonder why so many voice actors and audiobook narrators burn out before achieving their dreams. VO-verwhelm is a real thing, and today we’re going to talk about what it is, and how to recognize the feelings of overwhelm, reduce stress, and simplify your VO life. Here are 7 strategies to tame the overwhelm beast: ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/sA7VH3cfgBk SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan VO Pro: https://vopro.app Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: https://www.tiktok.com/@paulschmidtpro https://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/
My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com
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| 03 Nov 2022 | Using Online Casting Sites SMARTLY: 3 Scenarios | 00:10:02 | |
I am staunchly against relying on voiceover casting websites as a long-term strategy for growing your business. Note, I said relying on. If the lion’s share of your business is coming from the casting websites, you’re likely not developing your own relationships and you’re leaving your business and yourself vulnerable. But I do believe that there are certain times and circumstances where websites for voice over work can be used strategically. In this video, I’m going to lay out three scenarios - when and how to use the casting websites, and which ones, to your advantage. Chapters: ___________________ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | Emma O'Neill: Homeless Student, Yoga Guru, Top Voice Actor | 00:28:57 | |
In our chat today, Emma and I talk about her journey into voiceover, from discovering the industry to joining an agency and building her business. She also discusses her experience of being homeless and living in different countries, which has influenced her acting. Emma emphasizes the importance of marketing services directly to clients and the limitations of pay to play platforms. She highlights the power of social media in growing her business and building relationships. Emma's story showcases the significance of authenticity, perseverance, and building connections in the voiceover industry. This is our interview with Emma O'Neill. Takeaways: Building relationships and connections is crucial for success in the voiceover industry. Marketing services directly to clients can be more effective than relying solely on agencies. Authenticity and being yourself on social media can help grow your voiceover business. Chapters: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead gener | |||
| 07 Mar 2024 | How to Set PROPER PRO Rates by KNOWING Your Worth | 00:10:51 | |
Not all voice actors know how to set proper rates. Fewer still know what proper rates are. Even fewer quote them consistently. Very few voice actors not only know and quote proper rates consistently, but they also know their worth. Today, we’re going to delve into knowing your voice over rates, knowing and getting grounded in your worth, and the relationship between the two. Takeaways: The SAG-AFTRA Rate sheets and the GVAA rate guide provide minimum rates for union and non-union voice actors. Being grounded in your worth as a voice actor is essential for negotiating rates and spotting bad rates. Worth is determined by the value of the problem solved for the client, including financial, logistical, and emotional aspects. GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/0VtEzBKzgzE SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.pro The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 05 Oct 2023 | David Ciccarelli OUT! And Why That’s BAD for Voice Actors | 00:08:48 | |
Two weeks ago I said that Voices was getting desperate and ten days later they ousted their CEO, David Ciccarelli. I hate to say I told you so, but… Earlier this week, Voices made the following announcement: Dear Valued Customers and Friends, Today, we share some bittersweet news as we bid farewell to a cherished member of our team, David, who has been at the helm of Voices.com, Inc. as its chief executive officer for the past 18 years. Since founding Voices.com, David and his wife Stephanie have been instrumental in nurturing and growing the community and building the marketplace. His dedication and leadership have been integral to our success and we are immensely grateful for the journey we have shared under his guidance. David's decision to step down as CEO was not made lightly. So, what does this mean for Voices going forward? And more importantly, what does it mean for voice actors? Spoiler alert: It ain’t good for anybody. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 15 Dec 2022 | I OFFENDED Voices.com. And Here’s WHY… | 00:09:08 | |
In my last video, My (No Gear) Voice Over Christmas Wish List, one of my wishes was this: “I wish all of the pay-to-plays were ethical, but the chief offender here, of course, is Voices.com, but they're certainly not the only ones that put profit before talent and clients. These companies control a huge amount of work globally in the voiceover business, and it's a travesty to me that rather than seeing themselves as leaders and stewards of our industry, they couldn't give a reindeer turd about anything else other than putting profit ahead of people, clients and talent.” The next day, I got an email from David Ciccerelli, the Founder and CEO of Voices.com, and he’s NOT happy. Chapters: 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 06 Aug 2023 | VO Freedom Master Plan - "I LOVE THIS PROGRAM!" | 00:02:00 | |
This clip is from our VO Freedom Master Plan Coaching Calls and was recorded on August 3, 2023. These testimonials were spontaneous, unsolicited, and unscripted. I had no idea that these students were going to speak up like they did. Our coaching calls are private events and both students gave me their permission to use this clip. I am super grateful to them and all our VO Freedom Master Plan students and VO Pro community members. The connections I have made with these folks and the ones they have made with each other will be the legacy of this program. The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro
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| 07 Sep 2023 | The 7 REAL Reasons You’re Not Booking VO Jobs | 00:11:21 | |
Actors, in general, are notoriously bad business people. And statistically, we’re bad a booking work. Even elite voice actors will book 5-10 jobs out of every 100 they audition for. Chances are you’re booking way less than that and today I’m going to teach you why. First, there are some overarching truths about voice actors: 1. We are historically, willfully passive. 2. There are way more voice actors now than ever in history. You can’t control the number of voice actors and the saturation of the market. But what you can absolutely control is how you go about finding business in a sea of talent. So today, I’m going to break down the 7 REAL reasons you’re not booking more voice over jobs. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app Use code You15Tube for 15% your subscription for life. My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube The Gifts of Imperfection, by Brené Brown: https://amzn.to/47YtllL Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Craig Williams Has Been in WAY Too Many Helicopters | 00:30:31 | |
Today, we talk with voice actor Craig Williams. He's a British expat living and working in Houston, TX. Craig has been in voice over for 7 years and brings a unique perspective to the industry because of his upbringing, Scottish heritage, experience as an electrical engineer and club DJ. In today's episode, we chat about all of that, why he's been in way too many helicopters, the coach that changed his VO career, and why our accountability calls have led to the success both of us have had in our own careers. _____________________________ The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 06 Jun 2024 | My Most HONEST, BLUNT ADVICE for Voice Actors (& Grown Ups) | 00:09:10 | |
We need to talk. Whenever a conversation starts with that sentence, you know it’s going to be uncomfortable. But you need to hear this and I need to say it. I say it with love and kindness, but it’s going to be real, honest, and direct. Blunt, even. Voice actors, I talk to dozens of you every week. I ask you straight up what’s holding you back in your voice over career. Here are the Top 5 most common answers I get: Procrastination. Time management. Shiny object syndrome. Perfectionism. Distraction. Sense a theme? Takeaways: Effective time and attention management are crucial for success in the voice acting industry. Voice actors need to take control of their lives, make disciplined choices, and eliminate excuses. Prioritizing and focusing on the most important tasks and goals is essential. Participating in the voice acting community and supporting each other can lead to a stronger industry. Chapters: _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/sPGNkq48BXw SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 15 Sep 2022 | The WORST Thing You Can Do on Fiverr and Voices.com | 00:06:20 | |
When it comes to Fiverr and Voices.com, and Upwork, there’s one WORST thing you can do to make money online doing voice over work. Today we’ll discuss that on Fiverr vs. Voices.com, voice over freelance sites in general, how successful voice over professionals find voice over jobs online, how they make money online, and how professional voice talent generate voice over job opportunities and create voiceover work. Chapters: ___________________ Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | From $5 a Holler to KILLING IT with AUTHENTICITY: Troy Holden | 00:29:30 | |
In this conversation, we chat with voice actor, Troy Holden. We talk about Troy's background, growing up in Nashville, and the influence of transplants on the Southern accent. Troy shares how he got into voiceover and his journey to becoming a full-time voice actor. He talks about the wrong path he initially took and how he course-corrected with the help of mentors. We also discuss the mindset shift needed to value one's worth and the importance of training and competence in the voiceover industry. In this conversation, Troy Holden shares his journey as a voice actor and the lessons he has learned along the way. He discusses how unexpected opportunities helped him gain confidence and improve his skills. Troy emphasizes the importance of embracing authenticity and staying true to oneself in the voice acting industry. He also shares his experiences with navigating accents and characters, and how he has learned to make decisions on job opportunities. Troy discusses the changing landscape of the voice acting business, including the shift from pay-to-play platforms to direct marketing. He shares his favorite types of work and the joy he finds in character work. Troy also highlights the importance of personal growth and the role of community in the voice acting industry. Takeaways The Southern accent is evolving due to the influence of transplants in areas like Nashville. Transitioning to full-time voiceover requires planning, preparation, and support. Avoid the trap of accepting cheap work and undervaluing your worth as a voice actor. Training and competence are crucial for success in the voiceover industry. Embrace authenticity and stay true to yourself in the voice acting industry. Focus on targeted marketing to specific industries or regions to increase direct business. Build relationships with clients and aim for repeat business. Find joy in the work you love, whether it's video games, commercials, or other types of projects. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background
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| 14 Jul 2022 | Top 3 WORST Sites For Voice Over Work | 00:10:40 | |
Here are the Top 3 Worst Sites For Voice Over Work, a list of the 3 worst websites to find voice over jobs, including the worst websites for your voice over career, the worst free sites to find voice acting work. I’m Paul Schmidt, a voice actor and voice over business coach. No one really starts out looking for the worst places to find voice over work, but if you’re looking for the best places online to find voice acting gigs, it’s useful to also know the voice over websites to avoid. In this episode, we’ll share the worst websites for your voice over career and most importantly why they can be sketchy. ________________________ Article: Why I Don’t Worry About Fiverr Anymore: https://globalvoiceacademy.com/why-i-dont-worry-about-fiverr-anymore/ Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 10 Apr 2024 | Accountability Is NOT What You Think: Coach Amanda McKinney | 00:30:47 | |
Today we chat with Amazon Best Selling Author and Accountability Coach, Amanda McKinney about the importance of accountability and goal-setting for entrepreneurs. She defines accountability as taking ownership of one's actions, regardless of the outcome, and emphasizes the need to let go of what cannot be controlled. She also addresses the issue of guilt and how to manage it when holding oneself accountable. She explains significance of setting realistic goals based on honesty, capacity, and commitment and advises entrepreneurs to find their community and connect with like-minded individuals to combat loneliness and gain support. We wrap with a discussion about her book, 'Why Not? The Accidental Entrepreneur's Guide to Success.' Takeaways: Guilt should not be associated with accountability; it is about owning the action and learning from it. Setting realistic goals requires honesty about what one truly wants and the capacity to achieve it. Finding a community of like-minded individuals is crucial for combating loneliness and gaining support as an entrepreneur. Networking events and connecting with others can help entrepreneurs manage their time effectively and stay productive. Amanda McKinney's book, 'Why Not? The Accidental Entrepreneur's Guide to Success,' is a resource for entrepreneurs who stumbled into entrepreneurship and need guidance and support. Chapters: Get Amanda's book: https://amzn.to/4cSDHps _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/T2oBnagZK1w SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: | |||
| 06 Oct 2022 | A Voice Over Marketing Plan Is CRITICAL to Your Voiceover Business | 00:08:15 | |
It’s a cold hard fact: A Voice Over Marketing Plan Is Critical to Your Voiceover Business. Marketing for voice actors is a fraught subject. And most voice actors don’t have a voice over marketing strategy, email marketing strategy, or even any faint direction in their voice over email marketing. Most voice over artists are petrified at worst or nauseated at best when it comes to marketing for voice actors. Today, we’re going to get you over that fear. Buckle up, Buttercup. Chapters: 0:00 – 0:31 Introduction ___________________ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 22 Dec 2022 | Voices.com CHANGES – For The Better or Worse? | 00:08:55 | |
In my last video, I Offended Voices.com and Here’s How, David Ciccarelli, the Founder and CEO of Voices, asked me to lay out the facts of my assertion that they put profit before talent. I laid out five facts that detail their history of disregard for transparency when it comes to fees, taking egregious cuts of project budgets, and others. The reaction was, to say the least, just nuts. Unprecedented. Here’s just some of what you had to say… _____________________________
David Ciccarelli's Post: https://www.voices.com/blog/platinum-sunset-and-the-future-vision-for-talent/ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup Say Hi on Social: https://www.instagram.com/paulschmidtvo https://www.tiktok.com/@paulschmidtpro https://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 25 Aug 2022 | 3 HARD TRUTHS About Voice Over Agents | 00:07:08 | |
Hi and welcome back and welcome to the three hardest truths about voiceover agents. And stick around because at the end I'm going to give you a bonus truth. You're not going to want to miss. To start, one of the biggest questions for many voice actors in the early years is, “How do I even know when I'm ready for an agent?” Chapters: ___________________ Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 06 Feb 2025 | $1.1M Audition! Why I PASSED and Maybe YOU Should Have Too | 00:14:42 | |
Why would anyone in their right mind PASS on a $1.1 million audition? And Paul, aren’t you the one always beating us over the head with, “Stand up for pro rates, “Know your worth,” “Make it worth your time,” and on and on? First of all, who ever said I was in my right mind? Secondly, I absolutely beat the drum of “Stand up for pro rates, “Know your worth,” and “Make it worth your time.” So why did I pass on a 1.1 million-dollar commercial audition? Why did I not even take a swing? Have I stroked out? Lost my marbles? Has Pauly’s Little Choo-Choo gone around the bend? Today I’m going to lay out for you exactly why it took me less than two minutes to pass on this opportunity, and why... maybe…you should have, too. ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/z3KAWDklM_0?si=i_y0jG9aKOS4gaV0 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO \ For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 11 Apr 2024 | 9 Engagement KILLERS to GET OFF Your Website NOW | 00:11:04 | |
Stop doing this dumb shit on your voice actor websites! Today we’re going to talk about the nine engagement killers that after you watch this video you should be tripping over yourself to get the hell off your website. They’re like people repellent and you either need to remove them or I will hunt you down with a giant butterfly net and send you off to a special padded room with no microphone. These website blunders will KILL any chance of prospects, producers, casting directors, the people who we want to hire us from engaging with your site, listening to your demos, and putting you in the “good” pile when it comes to hiring time for their next project. So here are 9 engagement killers to remove from your voice actor website immediately. Takeaways Showcase demos on the homepage instead of having a separate page Focus copy on the client's needs and challenges Use shorter paragraphs for better readability Remove dates on blog posts or keep them updated Use downloadable MP3 files for demos instead of WAV files Sprinkle testimonials throughout the website in context Use contact forms instead of email links Avoid linking out to other platforms from the website Invest in custom branded email addresses for a more professional image
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| 04 Apr 2024 | 8 CRUCIAL Questions BEFORE You Go Full Time in Voice Over | 00:09:30 | |
The decision to go full time in voice over or not may be the biggest decision you make in your career, and often one not easily made. There are so many things to think about and consider. It can be super confusing, overwhelming, and deflating – if you let it. When I had this decision to make, I didn’t ask myself all these questions and it almost put me out of business. Today, I’m going to give you my checklist of the crucial questions you’ll want to ask and answer when you’re considering going full time in voiceover, so that it doesn’t bite you in the ass, like it did me. Takeaways: Calculate the difference between expenses and revenue to understand the financial gap. Evaluate savings and emergency funds to ensure financial stability during dry spells. Consider health insurance options and make informed decisions about coverage. Examine the impact of going full-time on stress levels and mental well-being. Develop a resilient mindset to navigate the challenges of starting a business. Chapters: https://navavoices.org/healthcare/ _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation an | |||
| 30 Jan 2025 | Voiceover Beginner Starter Pack: What Gear Do You REALLY Need? | 00:16:46 | |
So, you’ve decided to get into voiceover. Whether you’ve decided you want to do this as a career or just looking to make some cash on the side, you need gear. But not just any gear. The RIGHT gear. Because no one wants to overspend on a mic that makes you sound like you’re recording in a rest stop bathroom. Lucky for you, I’m here to guide you through the maze of audio equipment and get you set up for success. Mics: Audio-Technica AT2020, Rode NT1-A. Upgrades: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 13 Oct 2023 | Should I Get into Voice Over? 9 CRUCIAL Questions | 00:12:16 | |
Several times a week people reach out with the question, “People say I have a nice voice. Should I get into voice over?” And my answer used to be “Sure! It’s a great business! It’s the best job I’ve ever had and second isn’t even close!” And while that’s still true as much as it ever was, my answer has changed. Voice over and voice acting isn’t for everyone. Some don’t have the talent. Some don’t have the drive. Most think it’s something it’s not: a way to make quick money with no experience. So how do I answer the question truthfully when I know nothing about the person asking it? Today, I’m going to do just that. If you’re wondering whether you should get into voice over, I’m going to give you 10 questions to ask yourself to find out whether you’re cut out to be a professional voice actor. I honestly think most people can learn the skills required to be a pro voice actor. I also think, like in most things, most people aren’t willing to do what it takes. Mike Tomlin, the great football coach, says, “It’s not what you’re capable of. It’s what you’re willing to do." So… SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro | |||
| 22 Jun 2023 | The ONE Thing that Changes EVERYTHING in VO and LIFE | 00:09:50 | |
There’s ONE thing, one hack, one great secret to growing your VO business. And this one thing is so powerful, it works for not only growing your VO business, but it works for improving your physical fitness, your mental fitness, your emotional intelligence, your relationships. It’s the difference between setting goals and achieving them, between a dream and reality. And it’s so simple to understand, that any 6th grader can get it, and so obvious, that when I say it you will kick yourself, because you know it’s true. So, what is this cheat code to all good things? SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 07 Nov 2024 | The Beginner’s Guide to Voice Over Conferences with Survival Guide | 00:24:55 | |
Today, we’re diving into voice over conferences—what they are, why they’re a must for serious voice actors, and how to navigate your first one like a pro. If you’re a new voice actor looking to grow your skills, connect with the VO community, or even just see what all the buzz is about, stick around. From why to attend, to a practical VO Conferences Survival guide packed with tips, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to make your first VO conference a smashing success. Here's you the link to my FREE Done For You VO Conference Calendar that automatically updates the events in your personal calendar. https://welcome.vopro.pro/conference-calendar _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 24 Nov 2022 | How Voice Over Saved My Mental Health | 00:09:54 | |
I was in a dark place. I had been through a series of jobs for about a year each. I had largely failed at each one of them. I was a single Dad. I was paying my bills but just barely, living paycheck to paycheck. Near the end I was working for people I didn’t respect. I didn’t believe in the company. I wasn’t enjoying any success at that job I was sure I was going to be fired in a year. I was approaching 50 and was just thoroughly sick of working for other people, sick of doing jobs I had no passion for, sick of at-work politics, sick of it all, but I had no real options. Or hope. Plan A was find another sh*tty job and do the best I could to put food on the table. Now, just to be clear, I was not suicidal. But I was moderately depressed. I dreaded every day at work. I loved my son, but I hated my life. But there was one bright spot and that was voiceover. Chapters: The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988 SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 21 Jul 2022 | The 3 Biggest Voice Over Website Design ERRORS | 00:07:18 | |
Today, we’re talking about the 3 biggest voice over website design errors in the business. Specifically, the most common website strategy errors most actors make when building a voice over website. We’ll also show you some voice over website best practices you can use when creating your own voice over website, so that you avoid these website design mistakes. As solopreneurs, voice actors are often put in a no-win position, faced with having to oversee their website design, or do it themselves, and yet most have no experience or expertise in designing a website. The easy answer is to turn the task over to a reputable website designer. Most often, though, any given website designer/developer, no matter how accomplished, will not understand the voice-over business. Having a website that looks great doesn’t mean that it’s optimized for your business and will convert visitors to clients. Whether you DIY your site or are working with a designer, there are two main principles that will serve as your guideposts for a site that will look and perform like it should. As a former website designer, developer, and digital marketer, I have a huge advantage in the voice over business when it comes to my voice over website. In 2020, my site, PaulSchmidtVoice.com was nominated for a SOVAS Award as Best Voice Over Website – English or Spanish. I didn’t win (the competition was stout), but the nomination speaks to the fact that my design strategies are solid. That, and my site gets me a ton of business. FREE Top 10 Voice Actor Website Design Strategies Booklet: https://paulschmidtpro.com/website-strategies Hubspot Calendar Tool: https://www.hubspot.com/products/sales/schedule-meeting Acuity Scheduling: https://acuityscheduling.com/ Calendly: https://calendly.com/ SimplyBook: https://simplybook.me/en/ Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com | |||
| 30 May 2024 | The 7 DEADLY Sins of Voice Over – NEVER DO THESE! | 00:10:44 | |
There are Seven Deadly Sins in voice over. Things you should never do under any circumstances, and things that, if you do try to get away with them, I guarantee you it will bite you in the ass, either in the near or long term. Some of these will seem obvious, some not as obvious, but I can tell you I’ve personally seen multiple examples of ALL of them in the real world, and one of them is not just common, but it runs rampant in our industry. Today, I’m going to break down these Seven Deadly Sins, explain to you why they are gigantic no-nos written across the sky in red neon, and what the consequences are for committing them are. In fact, let’s get the consequences out of the way. Are these sins deadly as in will they kill your career? Some actually can. But at the very least, they will kill the most important relationships you have in this business, damage your reputation in the industry, and in some cases, will get your ass hauled into court. In case I haven’t made it clear, NEVER, as in ever-ever-never do these seven things... ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/atloT8diYvY?si=JSekmcZ3MpOLuAdl SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 05 Sep 2024 | How In-Perpetuity Contracts Can Limit Earnings in Voice Over | 00:17:54 | |
Alright, so you’ve landed a big commercial gig, and the client’s ready to pay you thousands to use your voice. You’re stoked, right? But then, buried in the contract, you see it: in-perpetuity rights. Sounds fancy, sounds official, but what does it actually mean? And why should you, as a voice actor, care? Let’s break this down. This is In-Perpetuity Explained. Make sure you stick around because there is a scenario around in-perp you likely haven’t thought of and we have a special guest to walk you through it. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 14 Mar 2024 | Voices CEO UNANNOUNCED Pop-in at VO Atlanta: FIREWORKS ENSUE | 00:10:27 | |
There was a surprise, stealthy, mystery guest this year at VO Atlanta, and fireworks ensued! There I was, on stage in the main ballroom at VO Atlanta, getting ready to take my seat on The Famous Online Casting Panel. J. Michael Collins, the moderator, walks by and announces to the panel, “65 seconds!” I turn and a man in a blue plaid sportcoat holds out his hand and says, “Hi, Paul. I’m Jay O’Connor, Voices CEO.” And my first thought was, is this guy gonna curse me out? Stare me down? Take a swing? Takeaways: Enforcing GVAA rates for all jobs would help rebuild trust within the voiceover community. The practice of triple dipping, charging talent a subscription, 20% of the job, and clients for managed services jobs, was defended by Jay O'Connor. Engaging in open dialogue and listening to the concerns of the voiceover community is crucial for rebuilding trust. Leadership within the voiceover industry and advocating for voice actors is necessary for a stronger industry. Chapters: ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/InOzCGUtjm8 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro | |||
| 31 Aug 2023 | Top 7 Myths About Becoming a Pro Voice Actor | 00:07:28 | |
Let's face it. There's a lot of B.S. and myths out there about becoming a voice over actor, a professional video actor, and about the voiceover industry in general. And sadly, a lot of this bullshit is put out by snake oil salesman, so-called coaches in this business who will fleece you from your money or pick your pocket. And I'm not being disingenuous. So today we're going to bust the top seven myths about becoming a pro voice actor. And we're going to set the record straight. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app Use promo code You15Tube for 15% your subscription for life. My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 11 Aug 2023 | 5 MUST-HAVE Features of Your Voice Over Website | 00:04:21 | |
Maybe you’re building your voice over website for the first time. Or maybe you’re redesigning your VO website. How do you design your voiceover website to not just look good, but to actually help grow your business? Specifically, what are the website features you must have? How do you make it easy for customers to do business with you through your website? My voiceover website, PaulSchmidtVoice.com has been nominated twice for Best Voice Over Website at the SOVAS Awards. I worked in web development for several years, and so I had a big advantage over most voice actors when building out my site. So in this video I’m going to give you 6 website features you must have on your voice over website to insure it will help you grow your VO, and at the end I’ll tell you how you can get my Top 10 Website Strategies ebooklet that has 4 additional strategies you can use to boost the effectiveness of your VO website design. _____________________________ Web Strategies eBooklet: https://paulschmidtpro.com/website-strategies SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Education Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 09 Jun 2022 | New Voice Over Marketing Channel | 00:02:53 | |
Welcome to the channel. This is a new voice over marketing and business channel specifically for voice actors. If you’re a voice actor in the first few years of your pro career you’ll learn strategies for how to market voice over, how to grow your voice acting business, how to free yourself from voiceover pay-to -plays, how to find voice acting jobs and gigs, how to get new voiceover clients, how to generate leads for voiceover work online, and more. This channel is for you if you’re a working pro voice actor in the first few years of your career. If you’re well-trained. If you’re part of the 75% of voice actors making less than $40,000 a year. If you’re making part-time income, if you’re relying on pay-to-plays, if you don’t know how to market yourself and your business, or you don’t have a plan and a process to do that. You’re in the right place. I publish new videos every Thursday. Subscribe now and hit that notification button if you haven’t already to be the first to know when new videos are live. If you’re a hobbyist or amateur and just do voice over for fun and maybe a few extra bucks here and there, I support you, so if you’re curious about how working pros conduct the business and marketing side of voiceover, welcome. This channel is not for you if you think success is sitting on Fiverr or Upwork and working for scraps. This channel is not for you if you’re untrained and don’t plan on getting trained. This channel is not for you if you have no intention of going pro or treating voice over like a business. I’m your host, Paul Schmidt, a voice actor and the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, the voice over industry’s premier voice over marketing and business training course which focuses exclusively on growing your voice acting business, revenue, and profit. I’ve been a voice actor since 1998, I’ve been full-time for the last several years, and for just as long I’ve had this suspicion that we’re losing good people in this business. Not because they’re not trained, not because they’re not talented, and not because they’re not passionate about voiceover, but because it’s just too damn hard to find the work. I believe that voiceover should be a meritocracy. That if you’ve trained well, are talented, and are driven to do the work, then you should be able to find work in voiceover and support yourself and your family comfortably. _____________________
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| 05 Jan 2023 | Voice Over Conferences 2023 CALENDAR: VO Atlanta and More! | 00:15:32 | |
So I thought the first video of the new year would be a good time to lay out the voice over conference 2023 calendar for you, including the big ones like VO Atlanta but also some smaller boutique conferences like MAVO. Now, if you’ve never been to a voiceover conference before, let’s start with the central question: Why? Why go to a voiceover conference? Why spend all the time and money, why take time out of the booth, why travel hundreds or thousands of miles? Why step out of your comfort zone and network and go through all the perceived hassle? And the answer is this: voiceover conferences are the best opportunities available for you to build relationships in-person in the industry that can advance your career and enrich your life. Period. Chapters: Get the printable Voice Over Conferences 2023 Calendar at https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-conferences-2023-calendar ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/eW8MtXJj3yQ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup Say Hi on Social: https://pillar.io/paulschmidtpro https://www.instagram.com/paulschmidtvo https://www.tiktok.com/@paulschmidtpro https://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmi... My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | TikTok VO Maven Mandy Fisher: Social Media Made Me ANGRY | 00:37:56 | |
Mandy Fisher, known as @astoriaredhead on TikTok, shares her voiceover journey and insights into the industry. She started as a child actor and transitioned into voiceover work, focusing on commercials and e-learning. We talk about importance of finding agents who nurture and support your career. She also discusses the role of social media, particularly TikTok, in combating misinformation and educating aspiring voice actors. Mandy believes in the power of direct marketing and building relationships with clients. She does not rely on pay-to-play platforms and sees the future of voiceover as constantly evolving with new opportunities. Takeaways: Social media platforms like TikTok can be used to combat misinformation and educate aspiring voice actors. Direct marketing and building relationships with clients are effective ways to find work in voiceover. Pay-to-play platforms may not be the best fit for every voice actor, and it's important to find business models that align with your goals. Mandy's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@astoriaredhead _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/aLfpYqvygys SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 31 Oct 2024 | Making Wavs with Bobbi Maxwell and Kevin Kilpatrick | 00:28:36 | |
Kevin Kilpatrick and Bobbi Maxwell, hosts of the Making Wavs podcast, join me to discuss their backgrounds in radio and how they transitioned into voiceover. Kevin primarily works in automotive and e-learning, while Bobbi focuses on commercial work, particularly in the automotive and political genres. They also talk about the advantages and disadvantages of coming from a radio background in voiceover. The conversation covers topics such as the different tiers of automotive work, the evolution of their podcast from the Middle Class VO Podcast to Making Wavs, and the importance of repeat clients in the voiceover industry. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 02 Jan 2025 | Advocating for WOMEN in VO: Building Doors w/ Christy Harst | 00:41:43 | |
Fact: Women account for over 40% of the fan bases of the NFL, MLB, and NHL. Fact: Women comprise 47.7% of viewership of Super Bowl 58. Fact: Media coverage of women's sports has nearly tripled in the last five years. So why isn't a female voicing this? "NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Championship. Attendance is encouraged. Passion is mandatory. Buy your tickets today at ncaa.com." And why can't a female voice this? "It's more than the Super Bowl. It's the Super Bowl in Las Vegas." When it comes to advertising sports, movies, and brands that women spend time and money supporting, women want to see and hear women promoting them. So how can we let the higher-ups know what we really want? Well, when there's no door to kick in, we have to build one. It's time to start building doors for women to walk through. Because after all, kicking them in just ruins our shoes. 😉 @buildingdoorsvo _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | Linda Bruno: "You Have To Be HUNGRY" | 00:32:31 | |
Linda Bruno has been doing voiceover for a hot minute. Since the '90s. She started out with big, big dreams and made it all happen. She's voiced national campaigns for AT&T, been the voice of Disney Junior for Southeast Asia, and made a "crapload of money," over the course of her more than 30 year career. I got the chance to chat with her at length about her start, and about how things have changed, gotten better, and gotten worse. Linda loves this business and it shines through in every word. She's now an accomplished coach and helps budding voice actors hone their skills and navigate the business. This is our chat with Linda Bruno. _____ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 08 Aug 2024 | Erikka J: From P2Ps and Local Studios to VO of the YEAR | 00:24:37 | |
Today we chat with the incredible Erikka J. and we cover a lot of ground, including imposter syndrome, Erikka's journey in the voiceover industry, the importance of building relationships, and the evolving opportunities for women and people of color in the industry. Erikka shares insights from her experiences with various coaches, including Kay Bess, Cliff Zellman, and Everett Oliver, and all with a ton of laughs along the way. A must-listen, especially if you’re newer to the business. ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/1W6tM_sgEO0 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 23 Feb 2023 | VO Atlanta 2023: NEW THIS YEAR with J Michael Collins | 00:27:03 | |
The biggest event in voiceover is coming up. VO Atlanta 2023, new this year, March 23rd through 26th at the Hilton Atlanta Airport, the traditional venue. But this year, under the new direction of new owners J Michael and Anna Collins. Also, the 10th-Anniversary edition of VO Atlanta. I got a chance to sit down with J Michael this week and talk about the improvements, both in the creature comforts and in the actual meat of the conference, the programming and speakers, what tracks are going to be available this year, and what some of the challenges were to be able to put this year's conference on. This is our interview with J Michael Collins. VO Atlanta Website: https://www.voatlanta.me/ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup Say Hi on Social: https://www.instagram.com/paulschmidtvo https://www.tiktok.com/@paulschmidtpro https://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | Dervla Trainor: P2P Auditioning a HUSTLE. Marketing EASIER! | 00:28:01 | |
The lovely and talented Dervla Trainor, a successful voice actor and creator of the VO Kickstart program, joins the podcast to discuss her journey in the voiceover industry. Derv shares her experience transitioning from pay-to-play sites to marketing and finding direct clients, the importance of marketing and building relationships in order to have clients come to you. She also highlights the value of attending voiceover conferences for learning, networking, and staying current in the industry and she talks about the VO Kickstart program, which provides a comprehensive foundation for starting a successful voiceover career. Takeaways Attending voiceover conferences can provide valuable learning opportunities and connections. Direct marketing to clients is an effective way to build relationships and have clients come to you. The VO Kickstart program offers a step-by-step guide to starting a successful voiceover career. https://vokickstartprogram.dervlatrainor.com/ _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/b6r6B2uD1GA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 22 Sep 2022 | How To Go Full Time in Voice Over – 7 Steps | 00:08:58 | |
Welcome to How To Go Full Time in Voice Over - 7 Steps. When starting a career in voice over, figuring out how to become a voice over artist and make voice over a full time career can be daunting. Going full time in voiceover isn’t easy. Today, we’re going to talk about what it takes to go full time in the voiceover business, including voice over training, voice over marketing tips, voice over coaching and more. I’m Paul Schmidt, a voice actor, a VO marketing pro, and voice over business coach, and I’m glad you’re here. Chapters: ___________________ Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 02 May 2024 | 9 Networking No-Fail Nuggets for Non-Assertive Narrators | 00:13:38 | |
Today’s episode is brought to you by the letter N - 9 Networking No-Fail Nuggets for Non-Assertive Narrators and Voice Actors Let’s face it, the vast majority of the marketing you do to grow your business is online. We live in an age where it’s completely normal, NAY natural, to start and frow relationships digitally through social media, LinkedIn, and so on. That’s exactly why networking, yes, live and in real life, is especially relevant in today’s digital age. 25 years ago, live networking was the only way to grow your network, now it is simply one method, but it’s still the most effective way to grow your network and your business, and ultimately to enrich your life buy making new friends. There is no better way to start and grow real, human relationships than in-person networking. There is no better way to leave a lasting impression and that’s true for both positive and negative impressions, so let’s get into my Top 9 Networking No-Fail Nuggets for Non-Assertive Narrators and Voice Actors. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 02 Nov 2023 | The Rise and FALL of VOICES.com & VOICE123 | 00:08:29 | |
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to remember Voices and Voice123. Both had lives with so much promise, yet cut so short. We had such hopes for you. But as The Good Book says, “Yay, though I walked through the shadow of the valley of the pay to plays, I shall fear no evil. For the GVAA Rate Guide is with me. Lord, we pray for these souls, Voices and Voice123, that though they be twisted and tortured by the evil of publicly traded corporations, that you may deliver them, Lord, once again into the kingdom of private ownership. Pray with me, brothers and sisters. Lay your hands on your mobile device right now. Can I get a hallelujah? [Hallelujah!] All this we pray in the name of fair compensation and usage. Amen. _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 17 Oct 2024 | Tracy Lindley, Queen of LinkedIn, on VO, Marketing, and Kids | 00:29:55 | |
In this first-ever chat with our friend and colleague, we chat with the Queen of LinkedIn for VO, Tracey Lindley about her journey into the voiceover industry, her experiences with LinkedIn, and the importance of community and organization in building a successful career. Tracy shares her unique background, the challenges she faced as a voice actor in a midsize market, and her strategies for networking and marketing herself effectively. We also talk about the the evolution of LinkedIn and its impact on voice actors, as well as the significance of reliability and personal connections in the industry. Join our VO Pro Webinar with Tracy on October 23, 2024! Register HERE: https://community.vopro.pro/c/events/vo-pro-webinar-7d4ab0-f164b9c3-8de3-4e2c-abdf-6928607e8511 _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 30 Nov 2023 | The 6 BIG Reasons YOU'LL QUIT VO | 00:12:02 | |
If you’re a professional voice actor or audiobook narrator, your job is to stay in the game as long as possible. Voiceover is not a long game. It’s an infinite game. Author Simon Sinek says that in finite games, like football or chess, the players are known, the rules are fixed, and the endpoint is clear. The winners and losers are easily identified. In infinite games, like business or voiceover or life itself, the players come and go, the rules are changeable, and there is no defined endpoint. In VO, the players come and go all the time. Every day people come into and get out of this business. The rules of voice over change all the time… this audition wants natural and authentic, this one wants classic announcer, the next wants something offbeat and quirky, and on and on. And of course in voice over and in business there is no defined endpoint. That’s why so often you hear it referred to as a journey. There is no destination. Again, your number one job if you’re a pro VO: stay in the game. So, what are the biggest threats to you staying in the game? Well, that’s exactly what we’re going to talk about today. Here are The 6 Reasons You’ll Quit Voice Over. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The Infinite Game, by Simon Sinek: https://amzn.to/3sOaWZd My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than L | |||
| 02 Jan 2024 | Jamie Muffett: "I had impotent rage." | 00:44:07 | |
Jamie Muffett is one of the smartest people in voice-over. The British expat is an audio engineer, voice actor, coach, conference organizer, and podcaster and that combination of roles gives him a unique and nuanced perspective on our business. In this episode, we learn a little about Jamie as a person and how his voice over story could be called "Coming To America." We talk about his disdain for video courses, his impotent rage, and why he started the VO SChool Podcast, the VOcation Conference and eVOcation, The VO Breakfast Show with Carin Gilfry, and more. _____________________________ The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt The VO Pro Shop: https://paulschmidtpro.com/pro-shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 23 Jun 2022 | The Number 1 Threat KILLING Your Voice Over Business | 00:06:20 | |
The number 1 threat killing your voice over business is not AI in voice over, online voice over casting, are the voice over algorithms stacked against me, how many voice actors are there, or a saturated voiceover market. Take ownership of what you can control. Get better at voice over and market your voice over business proactively. Don’t rely on the pay-to-plays. Don’t rely on your agents or representation. Be your own best agent. Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 08 Feb 2024 | 7 Voice Over Audition Red Flags – RUN, DON’T WALK AWAY | 00:13:53 | |
Auditions are the lifeblood of any voice actor. They are the main way we compete and win work in our business. Assuming you’re properly trained and competitive, the more auditions you do, the more work you will ultimately book. That’s a great thing. But what about bad work? Work that is exploitative, unfair, or downright dishonest? How do you avoid those jobs? The best way to avoid bad work is to not audition for bad work. Today, I’m going to walk you through 7 common audition red flags in voice over. This list is not exhaustive and not complete because the industry is changing all the time, but it is meant to make you aware of the more common voice over audition red flags so that you can avoid them and the bad jobs they lead to. GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com VO Rates 101: https://vorates101.com Recommended Attorneys: Remie Michelle Clark's Story: https://youtu.be/euU8e7_wZfg _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/xBKGp6_pApo SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 06 May 2024 | Mr. Versatile Thom Pinto - In-Show | Documentary | Commercial | Promo | 00:31:47 | |
Thom Pinto is one of the most accomplished voice actors of the last 30 years. In a rare interview, Thom sits down with me and discusses his experience and success in various genres, including commercials, promos, in-show narration, and movie trailers. He talks about the importance of versatility and the ability to adapt to different genres and shares insights into the challenges and strategies for each genre, such as storytelling in promos, tailoring the voice to the network in in-show narration, and capturing the essence of the drama in movie trailers. He also discusses the joy he finds in teaching and helping others succeed in the industry. This is our interview with the great and kind Thom Pinto. https://www.thompinto.com/copy-of-styles Takeaways Chapters ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/rQiWcRZ1A30?si=NShXXVEhA2Xxo2S1 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO | |||
| 19 Dec 2024 | The 7 BEST Tools for Voice Actors to FIND CLIENTS in 2025 | 00:13:16 | |
Voice acting is an art, but landing clients? That’s a science—and one that can feel like a unicorn hunt if you don’t have the right tools in your box. Sure, word of mouth, referrals, and P2P and gig sites are all fine and well, but if you’re serious your business and about building a steady stream of clients, scalable lead generation and outreach is a strategy and skill you have to develop. I’ve tried a lot of different lead generation tools out there. Some are better than others. Whether you’re new to generating your own leads or looking to level-up, in this post, I’m going to break down the top lead generation tools that can help you grow your business. But this is not just a list—I’ll take you through their strengths, weaknesses, and why they matter in the context of your work. Let’s count them down. Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 29 Feb 2024 | Lisa Biggs: The Unravelling of a Voice Over Reputation | 00:36:25 | |
The following post appeared December 21st, 2023 on the VOcation Facebook Group: “Hey everyone. I didn’t want to have to make this post, but I’m trying to look out for others. There is a demo producer and coach who specializes in Children’s Media who has taken money from actors promising to make demos, and then just never made the demos. Some of these demos came in a “2 for 1 package” where one demo was made and the other wasn’t. Other demos have just never been made. This person has also hired adult and child actors for jobs, which they completed, and never paid them. I really don’t want to call them out by name, but if you ask around, this has become prevalent enough that people likely know who I’m referring to. I hope this keeps some people from giving their time and/or money and getting nothing in return.” Soon after, that demo producer and coach was identified by multiple people on the VOcation Facebook Group as Lisa Biggs, and the original poster has come forward and identified herself as Carin Gilfry. Earlier, in November of 2023, a group of voice actors sent an anonymous letter to the National Association of Voice Actors detailing their allegations, which in some cases, date back possibly as far as a decade. As many as 100 people now allege that Biggs has violated agreements she made with them. Three of the alleged victims have courageously stepped forward to tell their stories. Link to the Google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeO2a6quK6JiaHLm_PjdUkFrtvSwsixDJtlaafjhU1Vvg8QAg/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2Xbd4AGlmS84Wng6yeD5PWNpQb5eyevdU7Jt50epyFQo-ZOyi805iI3rg Email reporting@navavoices.org _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/xp6c7Wy1TKA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/ | |||
| 22 Aug 2024 | The REAL PROBLEM with Voice Over - NOT What You Think! | 00:09:50 | |
The current state of the voice over business is not the problem. Generative AI, the pay-to-plays, the glut of talent, the seemingly endless string of strikes… none of that is the reason you’re not succeeding in voice over. Today, I’m talking to me as much as I’m talking to you. You think everyone else, especially coaches have it all together all the time and I’m here to tell you I don’t always have it all together. No one does. Today is a pep talk for both of us. ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/IEMzAw-ad30?si=cvk2TsqXaF-pifjA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 09 Jan 2025 | The 10 COMMANDMENTS of VO Every Voice Actor NEEDS | 00:14:11 | |
Completely unlike Moses from the mountaintop, I bring you these 10 Commandment of Voice Over. Trust me, it’s not every day you get 10 commandments from an atheist. 😉 Now before you get your hackles up, we’re playing fast and loose with the word commandments here. There are no hard and fast rules that you should never, ever, ever violate, but these are pretty close. Think of them as my strong recommendations. As always, you run your own business and career. But if I were you, I’d pay attention. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 20 Jun 2024 | What To Do When It’s SLOW in Voice Over (YES, IT WORKS!) | 00:08:57 | |
Just about everything in the voice over business slows down in June, July, and August. But I also hear a lot of talk about a more macro slowdown in the voice over industry overall. Is that real? Is that just a chicken little reaction to AI? Are there other forces at play? Is this a perfect storm that means existential crisis for our business? Do you want the real answer? Who cares. In my humble opinion, which is all I have because there is no data on this that anyone is aware of, yes there appears to be a general slowdown in the industry for many voice actors. The fact is you, I, nor the ghost of Don LaFontaine himself can’t control the global macro and micro forces that may or may not contribute to a slowdown that may or may not be having but think so because, ya know, AI and P2Ps and el Niño and sunspots and windmills. So, who cares? It doesn’t even matter if there’s a slowdown in the industry or not. If it’s slow for you, it’s slow. And if there is a slowdown in the industry, macro or micro, you can’t do shit about it. But you can do something with it. You have the choice to not just survive, but thrive. Today, we’re going to talk about doubling down, leaning into the slowness, and using it to your competitive advantage so that you emerge from the Summer Slowdown, and any slowdown or crisis, even stronger, better, and more successful. ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/op22hCQPPeU?si=txe-PspVJ3I6F4ev SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 26 Jan 2023 | 7 Truths U MUST Know B4 You Get Started in Voice Acting | 00:10:17 | |
Welcome to 7 TRUTHS U MUST Know B4 You Get Started in Voice Acting. If you’re wondering how to get into voice acting, today’s video is essentially all the stuff I wish I had known when I was starting out in voice over, and the stuff that you should know even before you get into voice over. My goal and hope is that I can help you avoid some of the mistakes I made and learn some of the lessons I learned. My Dad used to tell me all the time, “Paul, you insist on learning the hard way,” meaning I didn’t want to listen to anybody, and I just had to take all my lumps myself. I was stubborn, and arrogant, and jacked full of ego and I wasted a lot of time and effort learning on my own rather than taking council and advice from those who had already learned those lessons. And while that was true as a kid and a young man, I’ve learned that listening to those that have a little experience can save me a world of heartache and hurt. I like to think that as a voice actor I’ve done a much better job of listening, but I’ve still made my fair share of mistakes and gained some insights and I’d like pass that on to you. So here are 7 truths you need to know before you get into VO. Or at least when you’re getting into VO. (I apologize for the focus issues.) Chapters: SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup Say Hi on Social: https://www.instagram.com/paulschmidtvo https://www.tiktok.com/@paulschmidtpro https://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 14 Nov 2024 | Going Full-Time in Voice Over? 10 CRUCIAL Mindset Shifts! | 00:18:55 | |
Alright, let’s talk about the mental game of going full-time as a freelancer. I’m talking about the shifts that take you from “Hey, I’m doing this voiceover thing on the side” to “This is what I do. Period.” The mindset stuff is just as gritty and real as all the tangible things you’re already doing to make the work happen. But the mental side is where you’ll make or break yourself long-term. Let’s walk through the shifts that get you from being part-time to owning this path full-time and for good.
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| 05 Dec 2024 | Casting Director Libby Clearfield of Voiceover Activate | 00:34:25 | |
Today we sit down with Casting Director, VO Coach, voice actor, and head of Voiceover Activate, Libby Clearfield. Libby shares her journey from theater to voiceover, her experiences in casting, and the challenges and rewards of freelancing. She also chats about the impact of AI in the industry, the importance of following directions in auditions, the value of community among voice actors, the significance of building relationships and maintaining professional standards in voiceover work. _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro
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| 30 Mar 2023 | Get Paid ON TIME: Freelance Billing Practices that WORK | 00:14:22 | |
One of the biggest pains for freelancers and voice actors who work directly with clients is getting paid on time. It seems everyone I know has outstanding past due invoices, or worse yet, has been completely stiffed by a client. It’s rare, but it happens. Today we’re going to talk about how to manage your billing so that you minimize risk, maintain a positive relationship with your clients, and get paid on time. My policies page: https://paulschmidtvoice.com/policies _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVUuUfwNTG-97t4VxJ71xckS1EyxciFeb SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com How working on Fivver, etc. can damage your career: https://globalvoiceacademy.com/why-i-dont-worry-about-fiverr-anymore/ Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro | |||
| 06 Apr 2023 | You DESERVE Better Voice Over Rates: Worthiness | 00:13:02 | |
Do I deserve fair and reasonable, professional rates for my work? You’re either feeling deserving of fair rates or you’re not. Today we’re going to talk about why you’re not getting the rates you deserve, what to do about it, and how to identify and mitigate your own limiting beliefs. To sum up this video, I’ve created a Rates Worthiness Flowchart. If you’d like to download it, click on the link below. Let’s start with the question, “Do I deserve professional rates for my work?” We didn’t ask do I want professional rates. Everyone wants them. The question is do you feel you deserve pro rates? It’s a yes or no question. You either believe you command professional rates, or you don’t. And yes is the easiest answer. If you feel you deserve pro rates, if you’ve worked for months or years with a reputable coach and you agree you provide a professional product, then quote and charge pro rates. The second answer, no, is trickier. https://paulschmidtpro.com/rates-worthiness-flowchart _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup How working on Fiverr, etc. can damage your career: https://globalvoiceacademy.com/why-i-dont-worry-about-fiverr-anymore/ Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro
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| 02 Feb 2023 | SHOCKING REAL CALL with an EXPLOITATIVE Voice Over Producer | 00:11:02 | |
What you are about to hear is an actual call about an exploitative practice that is too common in our business. It is a prime example of a tiny number of producers who purposefully seek out younger and/or less experienced talent and knowingly exploit them for the benefit of their own organizations. This call is shocking in its brazen self-awareness. The following is a clip of a call I recently had with a producer for a non-profit religious organization that produces and distributes video and audio content on an international scale. The media they produce and place is both broadcast, meaning TV, radio, and web, and other non-broadcast media. We introduced ourselves and made small talk and pretty quickly the producer opened the meat of the conversation with a question about rates. The clip picks up there. #voiceover #voiceactor #voiceoverartist #voicetalent #voiceacting #voiceovers #voiceovertalent #voiceartist #voices #voiceoveractor #voiceoverjobs _____________________________ Gravy For The Brain’s Voiceover Licensing Guide for Hirers: https://www.gravyforthebrain.com/voiceover-licensing-a-guide-for-hirers/ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/yunEOWegrgc SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup Say Hi on Social: https://www.instagram.com/paulschmidtvo https://www.tiktok.com/@paulschmidtpro https://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/
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| 10 Apr 2025 | 10 Steps to Market Your VO Business WITHOUT Feeling Salesy | 00:14:24 | |
Marketing your voiceover business shouldn’t feel like selling your soul. If “promote your VO services” makes you break out in hives, this one’s for you. In this video, we’re flipping the script on everything you think you know about marketing—so you can find voiceover clients, grow your VO business, and build real connections without feeling fake, pushy, or salesy. 💡 Whether you’re an introverted voice actor, a freelance VO pro, or just starting out—these are the authentic VO marketing strategies that actually work. 👉 What you’ll learn: 📥 Download our free VO Marketing Guide (link in description) The Big Book of VO Client Avatars: https://training.vopro.pro/bigbook #marketvoiceoverbusiness #voiceovermarketing #authenticVOmarketing #voiceactors #freelancevoiceover #VOPro #nomoresleazymarketing #voiceactortraining _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 30 Apr 2024 | Mark Rider VO: Movie Trailers, Promos, Commercials, and WORK | 00:28:43 | |
I'm so happy today to chat with my friend, Mark RIder, as he shares his journey from radio to voiceover and his experiences in the industry. Rider stresses the importance of having a diverse skill set and not limiting oneself to one genre and discusses the need for passion, talent, action, associations, and faith in order to achieve success. He also highlights the significance of evaluating and communicating with agents to ensure a fruitful partnership. The conversation concludes with a funny story about a plastic duck. Bet you didn't see that comin'. https://volifecoach.com/about/ _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 13 Jun 2024 | How to Get Started in Voice Over for Beginners: Complete Guide | 00:20:18 | |
One of the problems with voice over advice on YouTube and in general is that it often comes from successful people. Stay with me. Among the things it takes to be successful is time. So, the people that are successful today started years and often decades ago. And the problem with that is voice over is a very different business than it was 30, 20, 10, even 5 years ago. And so many of the strategies and paths and techniques that made successful voice actors even in the 20-teens don’t apply today, here, now, in the mid 2020’s and beyond. If you’re just getting into the business today, that’s a problem. So today I’m going to tell you exactly what I would do if I were a new voice actor. I’ll give you the timeline and how I would spend my time, money, energy, attention. I’ll tell you what tools I would use, gear I would buy, and just as importantly, mistakes I would not make that rookies today make often. Recommended Beginner VO Facebook Groups: Training Guide for Beginners: https://youtu.be/dKocFpjubt0?si=m2nVo5Jzcnn1XEi5 _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/KMQBMQq332M SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https: | |||
| 29 Jan 2024 | J Michael Collins: "P2Ps Are in DECLINE" - Full Interview | 00:21:55 | |
In our chat with J. Michael Collins, he emphasizes the importance of using voiceover sites wisely and not overspending on memberships. He also highlights the significance of having a strong marketing game and reaching out to clients on a regular basis. He also talks about the benefits of search engine optimization for visibility and attracting clients. JMC emphasizes the importance of networking and building relationships in the industry. Finally, he provides some insights into what can be expected at VO Atlanta 2024. JMC Demos: https://www.jmcvoiceover.com/demo-production _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/xp6c7Wy1TKA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 16 Jun 2022 | How to Handle LOW Voice Over Budgets: 2 REAL EXAMPLES! | 00:07:44 | |
Today, we're going to talk about How to Handle Low Voice Over Budgets and how to handle low budget voice over projects from low-budget voice over clients when they come in. low budget clients and low ball rates happen all the time. If you're getting sufficient opportunities you're going to get some of these and it would behoove you to know how to handle them. I'm going to give you a couple of low-budget voice over case studies today of what a low-budget voice over project looks like when it comes in the door, and how to handle broadcast rights in perpetuity, all media buyouts, perpetual rights, radio buyouts, ott tv usage, voice over tv broadcast rights, tv broadcast rights, voice over all media buyouts, voice over radio buyouts, converting low budget clients, and so on. Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 09 Mar 2023 | DIY Voice Over Demos – DON’T DO IT!!! | 00:13:28 | |
There are lots of coaches here on YouTube, one in particular, and even Voices.com who will tell you how to make your own DIY voice over demo, and I’m here to tell you in your best interest, ESPECIALLY if you’re a beginner, DO NOT make your own demo. Today, I’m going to tell you exactly why, in no uncertain terms, making your own VO demo reel is an awful idea and can significantly damage your voice over career before it even gets started. _____________________________
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| 22 Jan 2024 | Jim Cooper: Cancer, Caregiving, and Voice Over | 00:57:31 | |
Today, my guest is audiobook narrator, voice actor, and author, Jim Cooper. Jim shares his experience as a caregiver for his wife Sally during her battle with cancer. He discusses how he wrote a book on cancer caregiving and the impact it had on his wife and their relationship. Jim offers advice for those facing a cancer diagnosis and emphasizes the importance of finding support and taking care of oneself. He also reflects on the voiceover industry and the challenges faced by voice actors, particularly in the audiobook sector. In this conversation, Jim and I talk about the shift towards multi-person audiobooks and the need for narrators to adapt to this change. We also address the problem of accepting lower rates and the negative impact it has on the industry. This is our interview with the Big Dog, Jim Cooper. Takeaways
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| 08 May 2023 | Voice123's Rolf REACTS: Voices.ai & the FUTURE of VO | 00:31:21 | |
▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/gGpSG7xAVgM SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 NEW COURSE - VO Rates 101 Quote with Confidence : https://vorates101.com The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Private 1:1 VO Business Coaching: https://paulschmidtcoaching.com USE CODE YOUTUBE20 to get 20% off your first paid session. My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Why I Don't Worry About Fiverr Anymore: https://globalvoiceacademy.com/why-i-dont-worry-about-fiverr-anymore/ Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 21 Mar 2024 | 4 Ways to Look Like a BEGINNER Voice Actor – DON’T DO THIS! | 00:11:01 | |
In the world of voice over, if you want to stand out like a sore thumb and look like a beginner there are a multitude of ways to do that. In today’s video, I’m going to give you 4 ways to look like a voice over newbie so that you can understand how to avoid them. And hang with me until the end, because I’m going to answer the most common question I get, “So how do I get into voice over?” Takeaways: Avoid using the term 'aspire' when referring to yourself as a voice actor. Don't expect feedback on auditions; seek feedback from a coach instead. Ask thoughtful questions and do your own research before seeking help from professionals. Follow the seven steps provided by Paul Schmidt to start and develop a career in voiceover. Chapters: 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt _____________________________ ▶️ Watch this video next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVUuUfwNTG--FN1vPuoJlK4Hfl52pi5UA SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation= The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 11 Jul 2024 | Top Animation Coach Everett Oliver: "Animation Down 75%!" | 00:34:27 | |
Today, an eye-opening chat with the best animation coach in the business, Everett Oliver, as we discuss the state of the animation business, Everett's background in the animation industry, the importance of developing relationships, and the difference between voicing a character and creating a character. We also touch on the impact of the SAG-AFTRA strike and the need for diversity in voiceover roles. Everett emphasizes the importance of being creative and bringing a unique perspective to voice acting. Everett Oliver: https://voiceactingdirector.com _____________________________
SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 12 Jan 2023 | A Dialogue with Voice123: Can We CHANGE the P2Ps? | 00:08:41 | |
What if we could really change how the P2Ps work? What if we could have a real dialogue with the people that matter, the decision makers, the policy makers, at the online casting sites? What if we could make actual recommendations directly to those people at the very top of the pay 2 plays? It’s one thing to have an online monologue to someone in such a position, as we did to David Ciccarelli of Voices. But it’s another thing entirely to be able to ask questions of and make honest recommendations to the CEO of a major P2P platform. As it happens, just such an opportunity is coming up. My friend and colleague, Paul Strikwerda will be leading an interview with Rolf Veldman, the CEO of Voice123 at VO Atlanta 2023. Chapters: Questions or recommendations to Rolf Veldman: https://www.instagram.com/p/CnB_EAOO7Wa/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= VO Agent Alliance: https://voagentalliance.com/ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup Say Hi on Social: https://pillar.io/paulschmidtpro https://www.instagram.com/paulschmidtvo https://www.tiktok.com/@paulschmidtpro https://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvo https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmi... My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||
| 17 Apr 2025 | The 4 Social Media Content Types That Actually Get BOOKINGS | 00:09:24 | |
Want to get booked more from social media — without going viral, dancing on TikTok, or posting random mic-and-headphones pics? In this video, I’m breaking down the 4 content types that actually attract voiceover clients. These aren’t trends or fluff — they’re based on tested strategy that works in the real world. If you’re serious about growing your VO business online, this is your playbook. 🔑 You’ll learn: Whether you’re using Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, or YouTube, these VO social media tips will help you promote your voiceover business with confidence and clarity. And get this free cheat sheet on the 4 Types of High Converting Content here: https://welcome.vopro.pro/4-content-types #voiceactingchallenge #voiceovermarketing #VOSocialMediaTips #growyourVObusiness #voiceactorcontent #contentmarketingforVO _____________________________ SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 20 Apr 2023 | Will ChatGPT TAKE OVER Voice Acting?!?!? | 00:09:13 | |
ChatGPT. AI. Text-To-Speech. Speech-To-Speech. Are the digital boogeymen here to decimate our business and take our lunch money? Today, we’ll look specifically at ChatGPT and AI in the larger sense… apps like Revoicer, Respeecher, and Speechelo… and make some sense out of all the hype and fear in the voice acting community. With the rise of artificial intelligence and machine learning, a lot of us are starting to wonder whether that’s enough to keep us relevant moving forward. Enter ChatGPT, an AI language model that has been getting a ton of buzz and striking fear into the hearts of some voice actors. But what is it, and how does it fit into the world of voice acting? SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Private 1:1 VO Business Coaching: https://paulschmidtcoaching.com USE CODE YOUTUBE20 to get 20% off your first paid session. My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/newsletter The Paul Schmidt Pro Podcast: https://paulschmidtpro.com/the-pro-podcast 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup How working on Fivver, etc. can damage your career: https://globalvoiceacademy.com/why-i-dont-worry-about-fiverr-anymore/ Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 20 Jul 2023 | SAG-AFTRA Strike: The Most Important Moment in Acting History | 00:09:36 | |
SAG-AFTRA is on strike, and it can be very confusing to non-union actors and voice actors, and those who aren’t actors. Today I’m gonna break down the major issues around the strike, why this is a watershed moment in the history of acting (and no, I’m not overblowing it), and why non-union actors should not only pay attention, but should absolutely support the strike and advocate for us all. ▶️ Watch this video next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVUuUfwNTG-97t4VxJ71xckS1EyxciFeb SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app My Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://paulschmidtpro.com/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom 7 Steps to Staring and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://members.paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-yt Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro | |||
| 10 May 2024 | TOP 6 Ways to Get GREAT Clients/Partners and RECURRING WORK | 00:11:40 | |
To be a successful business, you have to have great clients. What are great clients? They are ones that understand the value you provide, pay you well, and send you a lot of recurring work. We’re not talking about getting one-off jobs here. Any trained monkey can do that. That means strong relationships with great partners. Obvious, right? But not so obvious is HOW to get great clients, HOW to build strong relationships with great partners. Today, I’m going to give you my Top 6 Ways to Get Great Clients and Keep Them. Go For No, by Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz: https://amzn.to/3WAeydD Takeaways Chapters ▶️ Watch this video next: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVUuUfwNTG-9yGNYM-h8a2KlfAoGr1yxx SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan The VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-yt Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtube Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedom The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro | |||
| 01 Sep 2022 | WHY Negotiate Voice Over Rates? The Answer Will STUN You | 00:08:02 | |
When it comes to voice over rates, one of the biggest questions is, "why negotiate rates"? Negotiating voice over rates is tricky because most new voice actors don't know how to negotiate proper voiceover rates. The first question is, why is it so hard for voice actors to set proper pricing, and I think there are two reasons for this. Chapters: Paul Strikwerda's Blog: https://www.nethervoice.com/nethervoice/ Free: 7 Steps To Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://paulschmidtpro.com/7-steps-signup SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@paulschmidtpro?sub_confirmation=1 The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://paulschmidtpro.com/vo-freedom-master-plan Say Hi on Social: My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com GVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.com Tools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something we may earn a commission.): For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtpro Way Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtpro Video editing and color correction by my dear friend, Humberto Franco - https://humbertofranco.com/ | |||