Voice Acting Resource List
So you’re interested in becoming a voice over actor? Awesome! I LOVE my job, but I have to share a secret with you: it’s not as easy to get into this industry as many people think.
One of the best pieces of advice I could ever give you is this: Do your own research! There is a LOT to learn, and I actually researched, listened to other people’s demos, and absorbed everything I possibly could for 6 MONTHS before I even pursued voice acting as a career. It’s expensive to get into this business, but less so than a brick-and-mortar start-up. But NO, not EVERYONE can do it. That is a myth indeed.
So to that end, I’ve created a resource list for you to enjoy and benefit from, neatly categorized by medium type. Almost everything here is FREE which is even better! The two paid courses are ones I have personally looked through and highly recommend as worthy of you spending your hard-earned dollars on.
I get a high volume of emails from people asking me to help them get into voice acting and I just can’t keep up with them, which is why I’ve created this resource list. I also highly recommend joining as many voiceover-related Facebook groups as possible so you can learn from what other people are asking, but please oh please use the search tool within the group to see if your question has already been brought up. You can learn so much this way although don’t forget that you can’t believe everything you find on the internet.
All the very best to you!
FAQ’s
Dan Hurst’s Voiceover e-book (not downloadable)
J. Christopher Dunn’s “Who Wants To Be a Voice Talent?”
Dee Bradley Baker’s “I Want To Be A Voice Actor” page
Paul Strikwerda’s “5 Reasons Why You Should Never Become a Voice Over”
Debbie Irwin’s “How Do I Get Started as a Voiceover Artist?” (part 1 of 17)
Natasha Marchewka & Katherine Tole (specializing in Voice123)
Tom Aglio (email marketing)
Dani States, a dear friend and talented voice actor, has created a beautiful data tracking and management platform called VoiceOverview just for other voice actors! I personally use it myself and would 100% recommend it to you!
For a free 30-trial, click HERE !
My buddy Tim Heller has created a quick video series of the basics of how to get into voice over. Plus he’s so fun to watch! Check it out HERE
Voice Over Xtra is a free online publication that includes free resources, industry news, and articles, as well as paid offers and discounts for industry-related education and equipment opportunities.
Joe Loesch is an industry legend and coach, and I personally enjoy his YouTube channel with quick tip videos that teach bite-size lessons on vocal performance, marketing, social media, business, and more.
Tom Dheere is a voiceover business coach that I greatly respect and value for his ethical advice and smart business roadmapping. He does live “Ask Me Anything” events on his YouTube channel (where you can also watch all the replays) and offers paid training and 1-on-1 business coaching.
Marc Scott is another respected voiceover business coach who will tell it to you straight and offer innovative solutions. He offers free learning opportunities through his YouTube channel as well as 1-on-1 business coaching.
Looking for a community where you can interact with voiceover experts and get real answers LIVE?
I’ve got two suggestions for you:
Monday Cuppa Joe with David Ro
For this one, you’ll need to go to Global Voice Acting Academy‘s website and sign up for their newsletter (scroll to bottom).
Then watch your email for these events that usually happen every other Monday at 9am PT/12pm ET. You’ll get a Zoom link and info on when to join!
This is a great opportunity to ask David Rosenthal (GVAA CEO, Coach, Casting Director) whatever you want and chat live with other voice talent at all levels.
Ask Dave Fennoy Anything
This live YouTube event usually happens every Wednesday night at 6pm PT/9pm ET
Check out past recordings with Dave on his YouTube channel
If you like what you see, subscribe and join in future live events for free!