Im not a professional voice actor but it should be noted that it's also important to stay hydrated! If your throat starts to hurt, 1. You probably need to change something about how your doing it. 2. Drink water! Not soda, not milk, not juice, not coffee, good clean h20!
me: *hates my voice* also me: LeTs bEcOmE a vOiCe AcToR! status update: i don’t dislike my voice as much and have found i can get a nice range of voices going. this being said, i still never voice acted lmao
I’m trying to do spinels voice from Steven universe and I used to not like my voice but I’m doing great and now I love my voice I can sing now and just keep trying
When I was a little girl, a friend and I would make “radio shows” with our tape recorder. It was so much fun. We even made up fake commercials. I wish I still had those tapes!
Amberly Florio I’ve been wanting to voice act and play music since I was a kid me and my cousin would get our toy instruments go in the Living room and sing twinkle twinkle little star and then start screaming in front of our family
I'm not sure but ,if anyone else wants to learn about how do i get started in voice over work try Ailyahwan Easy Dominator (just google it ) ? Ive heard some amazing things about it and my colleague got amazing success with it.
M Medina I mean ya sure? As I found you pretty sketchy and it seems I was correct to do so, as I found little trace of it. All I got was a website saying how it doesn’t even exist officially yet there’s people going around saying it’s a good product. I’ve went even deeper as well and found nothing. All i’m saying is I don’t trust you
What do you mean? I've heard lots of women voice in movie trailers, especially when they are the main character. Usually they voice the narration for Fantasy and School Dramas from what I've experienced. They either explain the lore of the world for the majority, or explain how much school sucks (I can relate, lol).
That moment when you want to voice act, but you get anxiety as you feel you’ll mess up. I’m not an introvert, but my fear of failure has held me back from so much in my life so far.
My fear of failure is pretty big too, I’m scared that my family will be disappointed for not going for the job that they thought was good for me as I am good at art but I can’t draw buildings (they wanted me to do architecture). I’ve already voiced 2 characters without their knowledge and it’s fun! If the person choosing the cast wants you to say something but you don’t know how then repeat the line in different ways but with long pauses between each one. Using the method did help me in one way but I wasn’t told the age of the character and was only shown a picture of them so I went for a more childish voice and I had to redo it because of the assumption of the character being a teenager
@@trod146 I watched Brizzy when I was 11 I'm almost 15 now, and this still feels nostalgic, why? You might ask, because I was a completely different person back then, so to me it was like a life time ago...
Dude, thank you SO much for making this video. Most people my age (or in general in my life) don't think about wanting to be a voice actor so no one has been able to help me. My parents and teachers keep telling me that I'm smart enough to be a doctor or a lawyer but, those jobs are too serious for me and require even more school and money. I mean, I'm not saying voice acting is cheap, but at least I can have fun with it. I wanted to do voice acting since 1) I can be multiple characters instead of just one and 2) I'm curious to see if anyone will ever connect/love the characters I voice act. My friends are always weirded out when I feel sympathy for a fictional character. (My friends say if they ever read my name in the credits, they'll scream)
@@Bhaz-yq6vc Hey, I'm probably not much older than you (but I'm technically a sophomore) and I'm being real with you here, you still have time! By the time you get to do voice acting (professionally, perhaps), you've probably gained a lot more confidence and experience. I bet you'll be amazing one day, but now the more experience you build up along the years the better. I believe in you, so relax! :))
I just want to say thank you for the information, the encouragement and staying nice, humble and funny. Long story short, I’ve been severely depressed for over a decade, been working since I was 13, and never followed my passions because of financial security and lack of support/understanding. Almost hitting 30 and I’m experiencing the darkest days of my life until I found this video; because I was even tired of looking at a TV with the same thing on, so I just searched for something meaningful and I looked up voice acting. I’m going to take your advice and start going to classes and actually try to make this happen. You might have possibly saved a life because now I feel deeply motivated again to figure out what could be possible. Thank you so much. God bless you really ✨
last night: i randomly searched how to start voice acting and found this video. started submitting auditions to BTVA. this morning: i got an email that i got cast for a fan-made anime i've never heard of. thank you for this.
"you'll have to work for free" I'm down with that. I just wanna pretend to be a character, say stuff into a mic, and have my voice put into something. I want to voice act for the fun of acting. Like if I could voice act for Halo I would, even if it's for free. Just the thought of shooting a marine or ODST or a brute and have my voice come out of them is enough for me. I used to make crappy films in high school with my friends which were supposed to be as poorly acted as possible and it was really fun putting something together to be watched. The laughs were always welcome. And if a blue snowball or blue yeti can be bought for cheap, then I'll start auditioning basic stuff right away
Hey! Seeing you’re interested in voice acting, I have a tv series that is looking for voice actors! If you’re looking for more info or want to voice act, dm me on Instagram @faction4 !
@@bigearsstudios3287 I'm dead af IN! i figured i should do this as I'm told that i was great at the acting thing when i had people with the project for a local broadcast TV series. i really wanna see how far I'll get :)
I'm still a new Animator and would love to make parodies and stuff 😂 I also want to voice act as well!! 😭❤️ If you have anything in mind that you would like to act with!! I'm down to any, just for fun and practice!! ❤️ I'm super active on Instagram @victorcaberte. Would love to hear your voiceee!! 😍
Saem, but i dont think im going to any sorts of acting classes for awhile since it's kinda embarrasing and im not sure if ill actually commit or not. Maybe when im independent and still have that interest am i going to sign up for some sort of class. Im really interested in voice acting though, I feel like id have fun doing it but having fun and succeeding are different things.
I feel ya, it took me probably a couple months of recording to even get used to hearing myself but you get over it and realize that in order for you to get to where you wanna be, your gonna need to get over that hurdle. Trust me, once you start recording and being comfortable, things will come into place.
A good way to broaden the voices you can do is to keep trying to do the one you're imagining in your head, outloud, over and over even if it sounds like crap and not like what you want at all. Because the more you do it the more adjustments you make and the end result is the voice you wanted or something close. I did a Mexican accent from the 3rd grade and up for years. Sounded retarded until highschool when it finally was on point to a T. Not all voices have to take years, but the take away is just simply experiment with your vocal cords.
@Sunset Creek Ambivert is a thing too. You can be both at the same time =P where you kind of swap between the two. But also, introverted people usually withhold themselves around people, but once they get to know someone, can be energetic and open. Might be something to do a little digging on to see where you land.
That was some really great advice, starting out is the hardest part of anything and you had plenty of tips for things to do. It would be amazing if this video actually helps someone start a voice acting career.
I won hundred percent agree. This video was the first one I found on voice acting and how to go about getting started. Your prediction might be truer than you thought. It certainly has helped me.
Seriously, I want to go for voice acting career! xD I hv just a few options for my future career, music and cooking, but I realized that I LOVE doing impressions and voice acting since young and I'm dying to get a voice acting career! xD Unfortunately my parents won't understand -_-
Honestly the older you get, the more the need for your voice. It also gives you more time to hone and develope your skill to cater to the ever growing need for your styles you can perform best. I'm almost 28, and am wanting to pursue this further now.
I was just there for Kamecon at the Irving plaza. Aesthetically beautiful but so boring and no night life :-/. Was nice shooting a gun for the first though :).
Ive always wanted to be a voice actor but i get embarrassed that my family is going to hear me and make fun of me so I whisper and i cannot even hear myself
Same but I think that I don't need to beauce in my life I have been done loats of acting like faking very believebly that I'm happy or faking that I care about other people .
I submitted my free audition yesterday. It was recorded on my phone. I listened to the others’ auditions and whoo boy, are they so good. But I honestly have so much fun doing voice acting.
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for your first tip being “it’s acting.” It is and many people don’t realize that. I heard it from a friend “Having a pretty voice in voice over is like having pretty legs as a runner. It will get you some attention for a while but eventually people are going to want someone who can run. Make sure you are a runner.” :)
I do voices and accents all the time, it's pretty much my personality. Everyone says I SHOULD voice act, but honestly that was always more of a fantasy of mine, cause of course we all watch alot of cartoons. But perhaps I will use this, if my art doesn't work😂👌
THECOMICBOOKMAN 6185 same here everyone i know says I should voice act because I do impressions and accents for them and its basically what shaped my personallity
I'm 41 and it's still my dream career. I'm already trying to do stuff in my city, taking improv classes, and doing voice-acting classes. I'm reading my friend's audiobook. As soon as my kids are off to college I'm hoping to at least check out LA so I can get into games and cartoons, which is my real dream. But until then I'm totally going to do whatever I can where I'm at.
Wanted to return here and say thanks, Anna! I watched this video in early 2021 and it helped me launch an entirely new career! And almost all of the advice holds true in 2024! Only changes I can think of: Behind The Voice Actors has stopped running auditions (newcomers can try Casting Call Club instead), and while I imagine being based in any of the cities mentioned is still a major advantage, the pandemic made remote careers more possible (for some genres at least). Thank you again!
This is a huge help for me, as I’m an aspiring voice actor, and am finally getting to that point where I’m being requested for very small paying jobs, like web series’ etc. I wasn’t sure where to go from there, and how to become even bigger, so knowing all these resources for further practice and insight will definitely help me out in the long run! Thank you so much for this video, and everything else you make on this channel, and elsewhere! You have no idea how much of an inspiration you are to me!! :)
@@cupio-stardust I’ve been doing pretty well!! It’s been a slow climb getting more work since I posted this comment but I am definitely moving forward! If you’re interested in hearing my current work you can view my demo on my channel
It’s amazing how many people are like “I can do a lot of voices” that’s nice, work on actual acting. I don’t think people realize how difficult it is to come across as someone they arent. Acting is a art regardless if you’re seen or just heard. Practice and maybe your dreams will come true! Good luck improving your acting skills 👍
I know this is a very old video but I've been watching your stuff for a while and just rewatched this one and wanted to say thank you. I submitted a couple of auditions just last night. I may be way too old to be doing this but I'm gonna give it a shot and have fun with it. Thank you for your insight over the years.
@@MagicYT6 Behind The Voice Actors (mentioned in the video) closed its casting call pages a couple of years ago. But Casting Call Club is still great website to audition for volunteer projects. It even lets you listen to other people's auditions to get a feel for what to do. Have fun!
I’m shy and have social anxiety and was told I had an amazing voice on streams. I use to voice act with toys as a kid and loved making a villain voice. As a kid I realized villains do bad stuff, because bad stuff happened to them and it was left unchecked, so they cope with bad things done to the world. Now as an adult I use my depression as an act to sound evil, and it works! I made myself cry by acting like a villain sometimes.
This video is what led me to start using CCC two years ago and I can't thank you enough! Although i'm primarily only doing song covers for now, I've met so many wonderful people through the projects I work on! To all the other people starting their journey on CCC and online projects, good luck! You can do it!
There is absolutely a demand for your tips and tricks. Definitely going to re-watch a few times and take notes. Thanks so much for doing this video. I'm one of those kinds of people who want's to do this, but doesn't know how to start. I tend to learn well from hearing other people's experiences and I feel like I learned a lot! Please continue these kinds of videos every now and then!
This is A very legit video! When I took my first voice over class a lot of us thought itd be cool to have our teacher make a little reel of the clips we did. He was honest and simply said "Trust me. You do NOT want those." It wasnt until after the class where I started getting the hang of it more. 2 big things we were taught was things Brizzy is doing, using hand motions (your words follow your hands) and smiling all the time so that the words have amazing diction and are crystal clear.
Hey! Seeing you’re interested in voice acting, I have a tv series that is looking for voice actors! If you’re looking for more info or want to voice act, dm me on Instagram @faction4 ! We’re international since you can just send your lines in! You’ll have to audition if that’s alright!
Soo happy I found your channel! ❤I have been taking VO/ Acting classes & absolutely looove it!! And I was just pondering how I could get more practice and training in outside of my classes. Your video was packed full of great info! Would absolutely love to see more of your VO tips on auditioning. Thanks so much for sharing your amazing energy and passion😊
I don't mean to hate and I don't mean this in any insulting way it's just she sounds the same in all her impressions and voice acting. That's not to say that yeah she's good she really gives the emotions and all just she sounds the same I hear no difference.
You don't have to sound different to be a voice actor. Although that is cool, there are a handful of voice actors who use their default voice for many characters, and you've probably noticed them, too. Cree Summer for example (Numbah 5) has such a gritty voice that she's used in Voltron Legendary Defenders and a handful of other roles. VO casters hire you for your voice and whether or not you fit the role they're looking for. *Then* they'll worry about impressions and pitch if they see you're close enough to their ideal@@mochiteacutie Edit - Wow she literally even touches on this within the first minute of the video which means you probably didn't pay attention
I’m striving to become an animator but also a voice actor too. I enjoy cartoons so much to the point where I’d try to sound like those characters from the shows I watch, and I will say, I think I do a pretty good Warner Sibling’s impression.
My younger sister, Sammi, really wants to get into voice acting. This video will be very helpful for her. She is 14, but she has a good range of voices, including accents. I really want to help her. So I am creating a few different webseries, original and fanmade, that she will be able to do a bunch of different voices in. Brizzy, do you have anything else advice wise that we should know? Or is pretty anything that you could say, in this video?
@@FairyPrincess Aww ^^ thank you. The webseries will be a lot of hardwork. Especially since i have to do all the writing and most of the art. But i do have some help from friends. But it will be worth it for her.
This is a very insightful video, Brizzy. I myself have wanted to get into voiceover work for a long time. You really showed how one should start if they want to do this. And I thank you so much for uploading this. It really helps a lot.
I've always wanted to do something like this, but decided to go with architecture for a career because my family believes it's more stable, and now I'm not sure i can leave...maybe one day. My friend and i are working on a project where i can voice characters for fun though and i am so excited. Thanks for all of the great tips Brizzy! Love your voices!
oh my gosh i remember watching you growing up. you’re actually who inspired me as a kid to wanna try voice acting. yeaaaars later and it’s still something i really wanna do. i’m so glad i found your channel again!!
Don't wory you can change your accent over time . I started with Estonian 🇪🇪 accent but after some time I learned american accent so well that now I talk with american accent
I'm 13, almost 14 (in about a month), and today I gained an interest in voice acting. Actually, I've always had a slight interest in VA for a while, I just never decided to start anything. But I want to stop holding back. I'm very awkward and shy, but currently voice acting is my number one career choice. I know it'll be difficult, but I want to see how far this dream can take me. This is the first time I've ever seriously wanted to do something and for that I'll try my very best
馬鹿poopyhead Hey! Seeing you’re interested in voice acting, I have a tv series that is looking for voice actors! If you’re looking for more info or want to voice act, dm me on Instagram @faction4 ! We’re international since you can just send your lines in! You’ll have to audition if that’s alright!
I started pursuing voice over a few years ago, and I''m glad you're doing a video like this because there wasn't much info when I started out. Through sheer luck, I met Crispin Freeman and he told me about his Voice Acting Mastery podcast which is how I got started. I recorded my demo in Santa Monica December of 2018, and got signed to MAM talent agency in Seattle the following April. Unfortunately, it hasn't led to me getting many opportunities. I can count on one hand the number of VO auditions they've given me in a year. So no major games or animations yet, but I'm still plugging away at it because it's what I love doing.
Seriously.... thee only information I needed to hear and listen too....thank you for giving me the opportunity to actually not be to afraid of what could open up in front of you.....the next chapter.... thank you!!
This video was fun, informative, and accurate. I loved the energy, humor, and honesty. I truly admire Brizzy as a person that walks the talk, not talks the walk. Thank you for the hard work and effort you put into this project. It is obvious you love the profession.
It’s amazing how far you have come! I joined your channel about 10 years ago when you were still in New York! Lol I remember your voice impressions most notably the Pokémon ones I loved the side commentary where you often talked about losing your voice but your humor still very much there! 😂
Hey I’ve thought of being a voice actor for a while and I’m only in high school but this was very helpful and all the stuff you do inspires me so thank you very much
"Such as anime." *Finger guns.* Lol. Also if i could do any voices besides my own & a very VERY BAD Gollum impression i would since according to Google there's a pretty decent VA industry here in NZ.
This video was a gem to find. After years of pondering if I wanted to be a VA, and telling myself one excuse after another, I’m finally putting one foot in front of the other with this. Thank you for the info.
I've had several people that I have the voice for voice acting. I am currently an internet radio DJ and I'm looking to get into voice acting. Thank you for this video. I believe I have everything I need to get started, including an AKG Perception 200 mic, a mixing board. and a closet lol
I'm an actress and have a commercial agent but have been wanting to get into voice work for a long time and simply didn't know where to start... and this is was SO helpful. I know I have a lot of work ahead of me but I am so excited to dig in, especially now that I know how to start!!!!
I have actually wanted to be a voice actor for years now on and off, and this is honestly a push for me!! Like I used to study different voices and try mimicking them and their attitudes for like a year straight, and like why let that study go to perish.
tawny. Hey! Seeing you’re interested in voice acting, I have a tv series that is looking for voice actors! If you’re looking for more info or want to voice act, dm me on Instagram @faction4 ! We’re international since you can just send your lines in! You’ll have to audition if that’s alright!
Thanks for this, so informative and helpful!! I have an audition this Friday for voice acting, so hopefully all will go weaned I can apply some more of this wonderful information along with it!! Thanks again, Brizzy!
It’s funny that this happened since I’m trying to do VO and trying to find good microphones and programs to get that good sound... I’ve been thinking about this since 2006 but didn’t have the confidence. Good thing I’m in NY and Edge is in the city...
I’ve wanted to be a voice actor since I was 10, now I’m really trying to get it to happen! I’ve done stage plays before and I love it! HOPING FOR THE BEST!
Thank you so much for this video !!! And great timing I'm moving to LA in about a week . Heard of a lot of the stuff you mentioned so it's Nice to know I'm on the right track
I have devoured all things voice over obsessively for the last 8 months and have just come across your you tube vid - have to say its great - funny, informative and ... i dunno.... can't put my finger on it, but when I do, I will.... Thanks again!
I have always been told I have a nice voice, how it’s calming & how people can listen to me all day.. I’ve heard this so much my whole life I’ve decided I should do something about it. I am tired of talking on the phone for work. I want more!
I’m so excited. I’ve had a background in theatre and acting for years and have a range for days. But I never liked dancing and god super ill recently with diseases. So discovering that voice acting is what I want to do has been the most motivating thing ever. I’m truly very thankful for this video.
Plot twist: she is actually being dubbed over by Tom Kenny
I felt that
When she speaks, now all I hear is Binky the Clown.
At this point, I wouldn't be suprised.
Nani?
Or stephen fry
Im not a professional voice actor but it should be noted that it's also important to stay hydrated! If your throat starts to hurt, 1. You probably need to change something about how your doing it. 2. Drink water! Not soda, not milk, not juice, not coffee, good clean h20!
Eli W yup I need to improve on that
Green apples, Eli. The voice actors staple.
what about tea?
@@jersonatilo9190 I've heard tea is also very good for voice acting especially with lemon
Yes I agree
me: *hates my voice*
also me: LeTs bEcOmE a vOiCe AcToR!
status update: i don’t dislike my voice as much and have found i can get a nice range of voices going. this being said, i still never voice acted lmao
Yep. That is me
Same ;w;
Same...
I’m trying to do spinels voice from Steven universe and I used to not like my voice but I’m doing great and now I love my voice I can sing now and just keep trying
Factss I describe my voice as a young hyena trying to moo but I'm like "Hey lets spend $20 on a microphone for voice acting!
When I was a little girl, a friend and I would make “radio shows” with our tape recorder. It was so much fun. We even made up fake commercials. I wish I still had those tapes!
Sounds great.
Aww that's cute
Sammee I found my old ipod with all our recordings from years ago, and I nearly cried. Our voices sounded almost exactly the same but higher.
Cute
Amberly Florio I’ve been wanting to voice act and play music since I was a kid me and my cousin would get our toy instruments go in the Living room and sing twinkle twinkle little star and then start screaming in front of our family
"the whole acting thing didn't scare you away"
Me (an acting major): it should have a long time ago but here I am
I'm not sure but ,if anyone else wants to learn about how do i get started in voice over work try Ailyahwan Easy Dominator (just google it ) ? Ive heard some amazing things about it and my colleague got amazing success with it.
M Medina I mean ya sure? As I found you pretty sketchy and it seems I was correct to do so, as I found little trace of it. All I got was a website saying how it doesn’t even exist officially yet there’s people going around saying it’s a good product. I’ve went even deeper as well and found nothing. All i’m saying is I don’t trust you
@Damien Dingus sketchier words have never been spoken.
@@drewabcede it’s a joke lol
@@kevindecker4803 More like a scam
me: *can’t say 2 sentences without tripping on my own words*
me part 2: ...yknow i kinda wanna voice act
FUCKING EXACTLY
I LOVE HOW YOU SAID PT 2 JSKDKD
SAME BRO
SAMEEE
SAMEEEE
*when your extremely shy and have social anxiety but wanna voice act*
Lol, same
Gacha Wolf meeeeeeeeeeeeee
Twinsies
That's me of course!
So me
Voice acting can be compared with method acting. Can’t voice a character if you aren’t in that mindset.
Yeah
Very true, but it is too bad Jared Letto took a big shit on all method acting respect. So there is another hurdle to jump over.
“Sign up for acting classes.”
Me: **crying in music class**
Singing requires abit of acting tbf. But acting classes will improve your chance of landing a job.
me: *crying in homeschooling in the middle of a pandemic*
@@Raerae5121 bro same i have soxial anxiety
Sorry if i have bad grammars😅
Same
@@Raerae5121 I wish!
I'm in my 30s and I finally figured out that I want to he a Voice Actor myself. It's going to be a long road but I'm going for it.
foxboy72006 good luck brother!
Woo woo good luck
U quit already didn't you.
foxboy72006 have u taken any actions
You can do it.
i just realized- i’ve never heard a woman do the voice over for a movie trailer 💀
How do you know tho
we need to change that
@@jens3098 well are you going to be the one producing promo's for a movie? if you aren't chances are it won't happen
What do you mean? I've heard lots of women voice in movie trailers, especially when they are the main character. Usually they voice the narration for Fantasy and School Dramas from what I've experienced. They either explain the lore of the world for the majority, or explain how much school sucks (I can relate, lol).
Well, I'd give it a year. Things nowadays are changing rapidly.
That moment when you want to voice act, but you get anxiety as you feel you’ll mess up. I’m not an introvert, but my fear of failure has held me back from so much in my life so far.
@CRABTREE VO Perhaps I’ll look into that… thanks!
My fear of failure is pretty big too, I’m scared that my family will be disappointed for not going for the job that they thought was good for me as I am good at art but I can’t draw buildings (they wanted me to do architecture). I’ve already voiced 2 characters without their knowledge and it’s fun! If the person choosing the cast wants you to say something but you don’t know how then repeat the line in different ways but with long pauses between each one.
Using the method did help me in one way but I wasn’t told the age of the character and was only shown a picture of them so I went for a more childish voice and I had to redo it because of the assumption of the character being a teenager
@@todorokisfavouriteobject9109 Good advice I’ll take it to heart
Omg I watched you when I was younger this feels so nostalgic
Nostalgic for like 5 years ago?
I guess if you're like 10 years old then yeah that's half your life..
@@trod146 I watched Brizzy when I was 11 I'm almost 15 now, and this still feels nostalgic, why? You might ask, because I was a completely different person back then, so to me it was like a life time ago...
Same here! Haven't watched in a few years, and came back for this and I feel so nostalgic!
Ive been subscribed since her pokemon voices videos
@@myabella7104 Just wait until you're in your 50's. You won't even remember ever having been 11. LOL!
Dude, thank you SO much for making this video. Most people my age (or in general in my life) don't think about wanting to be a voice actor so no one has been able to help me. My parents and teachers keep telling me that I'm smart enough to be a doctor or a lawyer but, those jobs are too serious for me and require even more school and money. I mean, I'm not saying voice acting is cheap, but at least I can have fun with it.
I wanted to do voice acting since 1) I can be multiple characters instead of just one and 2) I'm curious to see if anyone will ever connect/love the characters I voice act. My friends are always weirded out when I feel sympathy for a fictional character. (My friends say if they ever read my name in the credits, they'll scream)
SAME
Honestly yeah. Also I’m so nervous about this when I’m still in middle school, so, can somebody help calm me down???
This! Yes, this is why I want to be a voice actor too!
@@Bhaz-yq6vc Hey, I'm probably not much older than you (but I'm technically a sophomore) and I'm being real with you here, you still have time! By the time you get to do voice acting (professionally, perhaps), you've probably gained a lot more confidence and experience. I bet you'll be amazing one day, but now the more experience you build up along the years the better. I believe in you, so relax! :))
𝙵𝚘𝚛 𝚖𝚢 𝚗𝚎𝚠 𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚗𝚎𝚕 𝙸 𝚗𝚎𝚎𝚍 𝚟𝚘𝚒𝚡𝚎 𝚊𝚌𝚝𝚘𝚛𝚜 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚖𝚢 𝚗𝚎𝚠 𝚖𝚒𝚗𝚒 𝚖𝚘𝚟𝚒𝚎? 𝙲𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚝𝚘 𝚊𝚞𝚍𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗?
I just want to say thank you for the information, the encouragement and staying nice, humble and funny.
Long story short, I’ve been severely depressed for over a decade, been working since I was 13, and never followed my passions because of financial security and lack of support/understanding.
Almost hitting 30 and I’m experiencing the darkest days of my life until I found this video; because I was even tired of looking at a TV with the same thing on, so I just searched for something meaningful and I looked up voice acting.
I’m going to take your advice and start going to classes and actually try to make this happen.
You might have possibly saved a life because now I feel deeply motivated again to figure out what could be possible.
Thank you so much. God bless you really ✨
That's so fantastic! Hopefully your feeling a lot better. How's the voice acting going?
Yeah how are you doing I'm excited too but a little scared
last night:
i randomly searched how to start voice acting and found this video.
started submitting auditions to BTVA.
this morning:
i got an email that i got cast for a fan-made anime i've never heard of.
thank you for this.
Wow congratulations 🎉❤️❤️
@@lunadia2357 :D thank you!
Hey! You got any ideas where to find those auditions? I wanna try it too :v
Congratulations, man!
Been a year now, how is it going?
"you'll have to work for free" I'm down with that. I just wanna pretend to be a character, say stuff into a mic, and have my voice put into something. I want to voice act for the fun of acting. Like if I could voice act for Halo I would, even if it's for free. Just the thought of shooting a marine or ODST or a brute and have my voice come out of them is enough for me. I used to make crappy films in high school with my friends which were supposed to be as poorly acted as possible and it was really fun putting something together to be watched. The laughs were always welcome. And if a blue snowball or blue yeti can be bought for cheap, then I'll start auditioning basic stuff right away
Ghosted ÙwÚ I Also wanted to a Voice actor So You Guys are not going to be alone
Hey! Seeing you’re interested in voice acting, I have a tv series that is looking for voice actors! If you’re looking for more info or want to voice act, dm me on Instagram @faction4 !
@@bigearsstudios3287 I'm dead af IN! i figured i should do this as I'm told that i was great at the acting thing when i had people with the project for a local broadcast TV series. i really wanna see how far I'll get :)
I'm still a new Animator and would love to make parodies and stuff 😂 I also want to voice act as well!! 😭❤️ If you have anything in mind that you would like to act with!! I'm down to any, just for fun and practice!! ❤️ I'm super active on Instagram @victorcaberte. Would love to hear your voiceee!! 😍
Saem, but i dont think im going to any sorts of acting classes for awhile since it's kinda embarrasing and im not sure if ill actually commit or not. Maybe when im independent and still have that interest am i going to sign up for some sort of class. Im really interested in voice acting though, I feel like id have fun doing it but having fun and succeeding are different things.
When you wanna voice act but you are really insecure about your voice
feelsbadman
I feel ya, it took me probably a couple months of recording to even get used to hearing myself but you get over it and realize that in order for you to get to where you wanna be, your gonna need to get over that hurdle. Trust me, once you start recording and being comfortable, things will come into place.
Most relatable thing..
@ItzPearlLeaf no offence but no one asked lol
A good way to broaden the voices you can do is to keep trying to do the one you're imagining in your head, outloud, over and over even if it sounds like crap and not like what you want at all. Because the more you do it the more adjustments you make and the end result is the voice you wanted or something close. I did a Mexican accent from the 3rd grade and up for years. Sounded retarded until highschool when it finally was on point to a T. Not all voices have to take years, but the take away is just simply experiment with your vocal cords.
When you like an idea of being a voice actor, but you are an extremely shy introvert :")
Same 😕
@Ghosted ÙwÚ extrovert maybe?
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@Sunset Creek Ambivert is a thing too. You can be both at the same time =P where you kind of swap between the two. But also, introverted people usually withhold themselves around people, but once they get to know someone, can be energetic and open. Might be something to do a little digging on to see where you land.
@Sunset Creek same lol
That was some really great advice, starting out is the hardest part of anything and you had plenty of tips for things to do. It would be amazing if this video actually helps someone start a voice acting career.
I won hundred percent agree. This video was the first one I found on voice acting and how to go about getting started. Your prediction might be truer than you thought. It certainly has helped me.
Seriously, I want to go for voice acting career! xD I hv just a few options for my future career, music and cooking, but I realized that I LOVE doing impressions and voice acting since young and I'm dying to get a voice acting career! xD Unfortunately my parents won't understand -_-
I am actively looking for voice actors for my video game.
"Online? I mean, sure...?"
Covid-19: lol I'm about to start this whole mans career
Lmao
How'd it go?
I'm 29 years old and I'm just starting into my passion in VO... I hope I'm not too late in pursuing this as a career.
It’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Especially in VO/VA because unless you are in an accident that steals your voice you will always have it.
Michael Garcia I’m also 29 and I would love to start VA. I have anxiety though so it might just stay as a dream😅 I wish you the best of luck!
@@playerpluto I worked my anxiety by doing stand up gigs and just being in front of crowds. Slowly but surely, it helped a lot. Next is doing improv
Honestly the older you get, the more the need for your voice. It also gives you more time to hone and develope your skill to cater to the ever growing need for your styles you can perform best. I'm almost 28, and am wanting to pursue this further now.
People have already told you. There's definitely no such thing as too late. I'm 3 years in and still getting my feet wet. Have passion and dedication!
Hold up, I live in Dallas and I had no idea funimation was based here. I might have a chance.
yes I live under a rock YEE HAW 🤠
I was just there for Kamecon at the Irving plaza. Aesthetically beautiful but so boring and no night life :-/. Was nice shooting a gun for the first though :).
I'm Texun too & had no idea. like what 🤣?
Bad idea lol.
I'm from Houston TX, so would have to drive hours to get there 😢
I'm from Texas too! All I have to say is, "What is wrong with you Texans?!" 😂🤣
Ive always wanted to be a voice actor but i get embarrassed that my family is going to hear me and make fun of me so I whisper and i cannot even hear myself
Same bruh
actually, when i voice act my family just thinks im watching an actual anime and yeaa 💀
@@eaniu *My family is extremely judgmental*
@@thehashslingingslasher7880 same my family is judgemental
i get embarassed too but i’ve saying to myself “fuck it, idc if they can hear me i’m doing this for my future career”
Always wanted to be a voice actor just couldn’t afford acting classes
I want to be one as well but I have anxiety man :/
Ghosted ÙwÚ Same
Same
But we don't have it in my country 😂😭
Same but I think that I don't need to beauce in my life I have been done loats of acting like faking very believebly that I'm happy or faking that I care about other people .
I submitted my free audition yesterday. It was recorded on my phone. I listened to the others’ auditions and whoo boy, are they so good. But I honestly have so much fun doing voice acting.
How did it go?
imawhale it’s just sitting there. Never even been considered lol
This comment is literally Ah, let us now what happens
Do you have to audition from home?
Where did you submit auditions?
The fact that I am watching this after a day on set as an extra is mind-blowing. (You were and still is my motivation to start acting) So thank you!
THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for your first tip being “it’s acting.” It is and many people don’t realize that. I heard it from a friend “Having a pretty voice in voice over is like having pretty legs as a runner. It will get you some attention for a while but eventually people are going to want someone who can run. Make sure you are a runner.” :)
That's super well put!
I do voices and accents all the time, it's pretty much my personality. Everyone says I SHOULD voice act, but honestly that was always more of a fantasy of mine, cause of course we all watch alot of cartoons. But perhaps I will use this, if my art doesn't work😂👌
THECOMICBOOKMAN 6185 same here everyone i know says I should voice act because I do impressions and accents for them and its basically what shaped my personallity
Felt that
I'm 41 and it's still my dream career. I'm already trying to do stuff in my city, taking improv classes, and doing voice-acting classes. I'm reading my friend's audiobook. As soon as my kids are off to college I'm hoping to at least check out LA so I can get into games and cartoons, which is my real dream. But until then I'm totally going to do whatever I can where I'm at.
I want to be a cartoonist, or comic artist... But i also wanna voice act. I feel I can only do one or the other.
@@AureliaKai Micah Solusod is a VA and also comic artist. You can do both. Live your dreams, friend.
Wanted to return here and say thanks, Anna! I watched this video in early 2021 and it helped me launch an entirely new career! And almost all of the advice holds true in 2024! Only changes I can think of: Behind The Voice Actors has stopped running auditions (newcomers can try Casting Call Club instead), and while I imagine being based in any of the cities mentioned is still a major advantage, the pandemic made remote careers more possible (for some genres at least). Thank you again!
I would indeed be interested in seeing more videos on voice acting.
This is a huge help for me, as I’m an aspiring voice actor, and am finally getting to that point where I’m being requested for very small paying jobs, like web series’ etc. I wasn’t sure where to go from there, and how to become even bigger, so knowing all these resources for further practice and insight will definitely help me out in the long run! Thank you so much for this video, and everything else you make on this channel, and elsewhere! You have no idea how much of an inspiration you are to me!! :)
Any tips for getting started?
updates?
How are you doing at the moment?
@@cupio-stardust I’ve been doing pretty well!! It’s been a slow climb getting more work since I posted this comment but I am definitely moving forward! If you’re interested in hearing my current work you can view my demo on my channel
Where did you apply for these webseries?
Anime, and Texas. Never thought I'd hear those two words in the same sentence. XD
This was a well-informed and very helpful video! Thanks!
It’s amazing how many people are like “I can do a lot of voices” that’s nice, work on actual acting. I don’t think people realize how difficult it is to come across as someone they arent. Acting is a art regardless if you’re seen or just heard. Practice and maybe your dreams will come true! Good luck improving your acting skills 👍
Your "Press one for English" threw me off so much, I thought I accidentally dialled the system to add credit to my phone 🤣.
Nice top by the way 👍.
HAHA omg
@@brizzyvoices funniest part is, the entire system is in English, that's what confused me the most 😂.
Ikr, I got shook 😭
I know this is a very old video but I've been watching your stuff for a while and just rewatched this one and wanted to say thank you. I submitted a couple of auditions just last night. I may be way too old to be doing this but I'm gonna give it a shot and have fun with it. Thank you for your insight over the years.
How do you audition? I know she explained it but I still don’t get it.
@@MagicYT6 Behind The Voice Actors (mentioned in the video) closed its casting call pages a couple of years ago. But Casting Call Club is still great website to audition for volunteer projects. It even lets you listen to other people's auditions to get a feel for what to do. Have fun!
The mic doesn't care about your actual age 😉 Go for it!
When she said “press one for English” 😱 wow that sounded so satisfying
Time stamp?
@@Waynesgf4802 3:20
You are absolutely delightful! I'm in my second act I'm a 59 year old mom and grandmother ready to enjoy and be productive again!
Go for it, Rashita!
YAAY
I’m shy and have social anxiety and was told I had an amazing voice on streams.
I use to voice act with toys as a kid and loved making a villain voice.
As a kid I realized villains do bad stuff, because bad stuff happened to them and it was left unchecked, so they cope with bad things done to the world.
Now as an adult I use my depression as an act to sound evil, and it works! I made myself cry by acting like a villain sometimes.
Still loving the black hair brizzy
Sarah Tupaczewski I miss red hair brizzy 👩🏻🦰
but the black hair is cool too 👩🏻
Thanks Brizzy!!! I started doing voiceover for free for my friend because she’s an animator and YOU were the one who inspired me to try
This video is what led me to start using CCC two years ago and I can't thank you enough! Although i'm primarily only doing song covers for now, I've met so many wonderful people through the projects I work on! To all the other people starting their journey on CCC and online projects, good luck! You can do it!
This is one of the main things I've been wanting from you. Do more of this. Like all of this. Please and thanks.
There is absolutely a demand for your tips and tricks. Definitely going to re-watch a few times and take notes. Thanks so much for doing this video. I'm one of those kinds of people who want's to do this, but doesn't know how to start. I tend to learn well from hearing other people's experiences and I feel like I learned a lot! Please continue these kinds of videos every now and then!
This is A very legit video! When I took my first voice over class a lot of us thought itd be cool to have our teacher make a little reel of the clips we did. He was honest and simply said "Trust me. You do NOT want those." It wasnt until after the class where I started getting the hang of it more. 2 big things we were taught was things Brizzy is doing, using hand motions (your words follow your hands) and smiling all the time so that the words have amazing diction and are crystal clear.
While all y’all are yee-hawing in Dallas, the voice over people are THRIVING in Atlanta Georgia 👏
What's in Atlanta
Period.
Yes, where in ATL??
its in Georgia
@@mi-nie Marvel.
Doesn’t talk much or doesn’t socialize with human beings normally
Also me: “I think I want to voice act.”
Me too Same
Hey! Seeing you’re interested in voice acting, I have a tv series that is looking for voice actors! If you’re looking for more info or want to voice act, dm me on Instagram @faction4 ! We’re international since you can just send your lines in! You’ll have to audition if that’s alright!
@@bigearsstudios3287 Hello! Is it still open? I'm interested
For me I just don't think my voice fits any characters I wanna voice act-
@@ciara6138 same to be honest, but I’m still trying..
Soo happy I found your channel! ❤I have been taking VO/ Acting classes & absolutely looove it!! And I was just pondering how I could get more practice and training in outside of my classes. Your video was packed full of great info! Would absolutely love to see more of your VO tips on auditioning. Thanks so much for sharing your amazing energy and passion😊
Me and my Sister watched this and she now wants to be a voice actor so...❤️
Heck yeah! Brizzy Voices, Grey Griffin, and Tara Strong are three of the greatest voice actors of all time! No doubt about it.
you flatter me
Brizzy Voices hi , I am interested in becoming a voice actor. Thanks for uploading this. It’s really helpful:) .
I don't mean to hate and I don't mean this in any insulting way it's just she sounds the same in all her impressions and voice acting. That's not to say that yeah she's good she really gives the emotions and all just she sounds the same I hear no difference.
You don't have to sound different to be a voice actor. Although that is cool, there are a handful of voice actors who use their default voice for many characters, and you've probably noticed them, too. Cree Summer for example (Numbah 5) has such a gritty voice that she's used in Voltron Legendary Defenders and a handful of other roles. VO casters hire you for your voice and whether or not you fit the role they're looking for. *Then* they'll worry about impressions and pitch if they see you're close enough to their ideal@@mochiteacutie
Edit - Wow she literally even touches on this within the first minute of the video which means you probably didn't pay attention
Brizzy voices rocks!
I’m striving to become an animator but also a voice actor too. I enjoy cartoons so much to the point where I’d try to sound like those characters from the shows I watch, and I will say, I think I do a pretty good Warner Sibling’s impression.
My younger sister, Sammi, really wants to get into voice acting. This video will be very helpful for her. She is 14, but she has a good range of voices, including accents. I really want to help her. So I am creating a few different webseries, original and fanmade, that she will be able to do a bunch of different voices in.
Brizzy, do you have anything else advice wise that we should know? Or is pretty anything that you could say, in this video?
The FanGirl Sisters damn you’re a great sister
@@FairyPrincess Aww ^^ thank you. The webseries will be a lot of hardwork. Especially since i have to do all the writing and most of the art. But i do have some help from friends. But it will be worth it for her.
You can link her to castingcall.club it’s where I started
@@Kissfromtheshadows Cool! X3 im her little sister, (you can tell cuz the icon i have is the pink jacketed girl)
Best of luck to you in your acting career, my friend!!
I was just excepted in a voice acting job I'm so happy and I just needed some info and I love your stuff
@Ellessirg Eloissaint thanks
shadow LUCKY!!!!
New sub
Accepted ?
Love that shirt. This was the first video that came up in search to start my career. Thank you I’m going to take this advice diligently.
Hey this is the kind of carrier I wanna do perfect! I have been told my voices are good so thank ya
This is a very insightful video, Brizzy. I myself have wanted to get into voiceover work for a long time. You really showed how one should start if they want to do this. And I thank you so much for uploading this. It really helps a lot.
Me who stutters while saying everything
Also me: *i wANna bE A VoIce AcTor*
Omg ur pfp
I love you so much brizzy please see this. EDIT: WAIT BRIZZY THANK YOU SO MUCH THIS JUST MADE MY DAY 😭😭😭
nargleTV lucky you!
I've always wanted to do something like this, but decided to go with architecture for a career because my family believes it's more stable, and now I'm not sure i can leave...maybe one day. My friend and i are working on a project where i can voice characters for fun though and i am so excited. Thanks for all of the great tips Brizzy! Love your voices!
You’re awesome, Brizzy. - so fun to listen to!
your voice acting is the best and thank you for all your kindness!!!!
ah i'm starting to TRY and do a short series and this helped me!!! Now I'm more inspired to do this thing!
DO! THE! THING!!
This is one of the most enriching 17 minutes in my life. Thanks Ms. Brizzy!
Love this! As a voice casting directing I can say this is some of the best advice I've seen on the web. And she makes a killer video!
This video is shit, She just talks about different types of voice acting, tells you where to find job openings and other useless information.
oh my gosh i remember watching you growing up. you’re actually who inspired me as a kid to wanna try voice acting. yeaaaars later and it’s still something i really wanna do. i’m so glad i found your channel again!!
I've heard that people mostly look for American/British accents.
Me: *cries in South African accent*
hey you never know, and if you can do all three, or even two, that could help even more
I'm sure you're still needed
👁💧👄💧👁 same
Same :(
Don't wory you can change your accent over time . I started with Estonian 🇪🇪 accent but after some time I learned american accent so well that now I talk with american accent
I'm 13, almost 14 (in about a month), and today I gained an interest in voice acting. Actually, I've always had a slight interest in VA for a while, I just never decided to start anything. But I want to stop holding back. I'm very awkward and shy, but currently voice acting is my number one career choice. I know it'll be difficult, but I want to see how far this dream can take me. This is the first time I've ever seriously wanted to do something and for that I'll try my very best
馬鹿poopyhead Hey! Seeing you’re interested in voice acting, I have a tv series that is looking for voice actors! If you’re looking for more info or want to voice act, dm me on Instagram @faction4 ! We’re international since you can just send your lines in! You’ll have to audition if that’s alright!
@@bigearsstudios3287still need any? Haha
I started pursuing voice over a few years ago, and I''m glad you're doing a video like this because there wasn't much info when I started out. Through sheer luck, I met Crispin Freeman and he told me about his Voice Acting Mastery podcast which is how I got started. I recorded my demo in Santa Monica December of 2018, and got signed to MAM talent agency in Seattle the following April. Unfortunately, it hasn't led to me getting many opportunities. I can count on one hand the number of VO auditions they've given me in a year. So no major games or animations yet, but I'm still plugging away at it because it's what I love doing.
May I ask why not ACX or Fiver? Or one of the many other ways?
@@michaeldennis7952 yes true.
Seriously.... thee only information I needed to hear and listen too....thank you for giving me the opportunity to actually not be to afraid of what could open up in front of you.....the next chapter.... thank you!!
Her: "Extras-"
Me: *Bakugo flashbacks ●-●*
HAH good ole EXPLOSION BOY
I just heard her say that as I read this 😂
Bakugou: *H E Y N E R D S*
The truth
King explosion murder
This video was fun, informative, and accurate. I loved the energy, humor, and honesty. I truly admire Brizzy as a person that walks the talk, not talks the walk. Thank you for the hard work and effort you put into this project. It is obvious you love the profession.
It’s amazing how far you have come! I joined your channel about 10 years ago when you were still in New York! Lol I remember your voice impressions most notably the Pokémon ones I loved the side commentary where you often talked about losing your voice but your humor still very much there! 😂
Hey I’ve thought of being a voice actor for a while and I’m only in high school but this was very helpful and all the stuff you do inspires me so thank you very much
"Such as anime."
*Finger guns.*
Lol. Also if i could do any voices besides my own & a very VERY BAD Gollum impression i would since according to Google there's a pretty decent VA industry here in NZ.
This video was a gem to find. After years of pondering if I wanted to be a VA, and telling myself one excuse after another, I’m finally putting one foot in front of the other with this.
Thank you for the info.
This video was in my TH-cam recommended page...
Very good Brizzy!
You are doing just fine. Hang in there, even if I never come back to your page.
13:00 is probably my favorite quote of all time now. Instant sub. Well played.
I've had several people that I have the voice for voice acting. I am currently an internet radio DJ and I'm looking to get into voice acting. Thank you for this video. I believe I have everything I need to get started, including an AKG Perception 200 mic, a mixing board. and a closet lol
Good luck bro.keep it up
Love the vid as always❗️👏🏼
Btw your stunning like always♥️
I'm an actress and have a commercial agent but have been wanting to get into voice work for a long time and simply didn't know where to start... and this is was SO helpful. I know I have a lot of work ahead of me but I am so excited to dig in, especially now that I know how to start!!!!
I have actually wanted to be a voice actor for years now on and off, and this is honestly a push for me!! Like I used to study different voices and try mimicking them and their attitudes for like a year straight, and like why let that study go to perish.
tawny. Hey! Seeing you’re interested in voice acting, I have a tv series that is looking for voice actors! If you’re looking for more info or want to voice act, dm me on Instagram @faction4 ! We’re international since you can just send your lines in! You’ll have to audition if that’s alright!
It's my dream to become a voice actor
Me too!
mine too
Me too!
Meto!
Me tooo
I’m trying to audition for Flowey The Flower for a comic dub. Wish me luck!
how did it go?
Good luck... even though corona
Bro how did it go!
@@idontknowanymore7122 yeaaaah i didnt make the cut
@@Neppix_ thats fine! Theres always a next time so dont give up!
Do’s and Don’ts and Best Practices for Auditioning would be FANtastic! 😊
You do amazing at voice acting!! Also as an off topic thing im on episode 11 on dark and dicey and I just love Trixa❤
Thanks for this, so informative and helpful!! I have an audition this Friday for voice acting, so hopefully all will go weaned I can apply some more of this wonderful information along with it!! Thanks again, Brizzy!
If I lived on my OWN for one, then I’d love voice acting.
Fans? Ecstatic.
Voice Actors? Could never.
Brizzy? Voices.
Hotel? Trivago.
lmao
lol
Dead? Comment
@@syd_1876 I? Agree.
ThePolarBearFromNY
L?OL
It’s funny that this happened since I’m trying to do VO and trying to find good microphones and programs to get that good sound...
I’ve been thinking about this since 2006 but didn’t have the confidence.
Good thing I’m in NY and Edge is in the city...
I’ve wanted to be a voice actor since I was 10, now I’m really trying to get it to happen! I’ve done stage plays before and I love it! HOPING FOR THE BEST!
Brizzy, you among all people, have inspired me to be a voice actor on my audio episodes that I do, and so, I thank you!
Thank you so much for this video !!! And great timing I'm moving to LA in about a week . Heard of a lot of the stuff you mentioned so it's Nice to know I'm on the right track
I have devoured all things voice over obsessively for the last 8 months and have just come across your you tube vid - have to say its great - funny, informative and ... i dunno.... can't put my finger on it, but when I do, I will.... Thanks again!
Great advice!!! Voice acting definitely doesn’t get enough credit as acting. You can’t just say a line without feeling what you are saying.
Thanks for this! I just started out on castingcall.club last year , and I've been having fun with it!
I have always been told I have a nice voice, how it’s calming & how people can listen to me all day.. I’ve heard this so much my whole life I’ve decided I should do something about it. I am tired of talking on the phone for work. I want more!
Great video, super helpful!
PS: I want "the auditioning thing". :D
Id love to learn more! I'm not going into the VO/VA field personally, but as a fellow Ravenclaw I'm all about that learning!
I’m so excited. I’ve had a background in theatre and acting for years and have a range for days. But I never liked dancing and god super ill recently with diseases. So discovering that voice acting is what I want to do has been the most motivating thing ever. I’m truly very thankful for this video.
how'd it go?
i’m 12 at the moment, and i really really really REALLY wanna be a voice actor
Just try anything. If you dont like it you can back out. Get in the job, try all the jobs, YOU CAN DO IT. BELIEVE IN THE ME THAT BELIEVES IN YOU!
Same here
Same but 13
m.idoriyq uwu same
Same here and I already auditioned and it’s looking good, they said my voice is perfect for the job lol
Edit: i got the part lol