I started this VO thing 6 months ago at 52 yrs old. It is a long journey, AND I already have 2 regular jobs. Great advice to temper expectations. The work is picking up, but I'm not getting rich anytime soon, and I'm so ok with that. Loving the process.
I just came by this video via my homepage. I've been intrested in doing VA but haven't really put much time and thought into it. This seems like a call to action. I have done some acting gigs for small shorts and student films and voice acting slways seemed fun (I watch a lot of anime too so...). I do have a problem of not being objective, that can go either way. Anyways. Nice chill vid.
Your point that practicing even what won’t be sent out is a challenge and a relief. I don’t want to “waste time” working on something that won’t see the light of day but it’s a good way to get the ball rolling.
Maybe you can go into how to train and study your genre intentionally... i am new to this but I would like to know how to start studying and practicing
Hey my latest video might be what you’re looking for. The Voiceover Actor's Guide to Understanding ANY Spec or Direction th-cam.com/video/hEwLd_gl6XU/w-d-xo.html -DJ
Definitely need help understanding the language clients use to explain what they are seeking...and how it translates to where in my self and in my voice I have to sit to produce the sounds they are after. There are many ways for me to sound confident, warm, enthusiastic, or sexy. What's the idea..just audition aimed at the clients needs and see what sticks or doesnt ? I'm four audio books into my VO endeavors, using the reads/audtions to get in reps. I'm 57. Got here from being unable to do other work previous jobs...auto accident. Any income I can generate is positive movement after 16years of being in bed (with body damage and concussion effects ) or having to return to the bed for a significant portion of a they . But now, the last few years, I can sit up all day and do other things. Had gear already, built an audio blanket booth. Trying to figure out what I'm actually doing, as in how to spend my day; demos, audition, narrate, listening, head spinning !Thanks !
👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼 Damn. You were speaking directly to me, DJ ! Literally, And figuratively. That was my question you had up there! Straight to my heart. Love this message. Comprehensive indeed. And NOPE. I ain't clicking off the video. A wise man told me "practice practice practice," and I'm gonna listen. I'm taking all of these nuggets of information, again, to heart. I need to get out of my own way. Great video, man. Thank you, and continue your success over there !
I was happy to share my thoughts with you man. I really hope you get going with VO and when you hit me up a year from now, you're a working actor. It's possible with hard work and dedication. No doubt. -DJ
@@djdykes_vo Thank you DJ ! Your delivery, real world, realistic, and actionable insight, and some gentle tough love is Highly appreciated. It's like you have a second career within VO. I'm looking forward indeed, man. Thank you again.
I've watched a ton of videos now on getting into VO. Your take and presentation is really clicking with me thank you. I went to check out your website but it seems Bitly is flagging it as potential spam when I follow the link in the description.
Thank you for letting me know! I also saw the same error when I clicked my bitly link and removed it from my videos. My web designer is sorting everything out now. -DJ
I started this VO thing 6 months ago at 52 yrs old. It is a long journey, AND I already have 2 regular jobs. Great advice to temper expectations. The work is picking up, but I'm not getting rich anytime soon, and I'm so ok with that. Loving the process.
Hell yeah! I love to hear that.
-DJ
I just came by this video via my homepage. I've been intrested in doing VA but haven't really put much time and thought into it. This seems like a call to action. I have done some acting gigs for small shorts and student films and voice acting slways seemed fun (I watch a lot of anime too so...).
I do have a problem of not being objective, that can go either way.
Anyways. Nice chill vid.
DJ - thanks more good info...kind of binge watching - lol
Appreciate you watching and commenting, I'm glad you're finding it helpful! 🤙🏽
Your point that practicing even what won’t be sent out is a challenge and a relief. I don’t want to “waste time” working on something that won’t see the light of day but it’s a good way to get the ball rolling.
Thanks for the video dude
You're very welcome! 🤙🏾
Maybe you can go into how to train and study your genre intentionally... i am new to this but I would like to know how to start studying and practicing
Hey my latest video might be what you’re looking for.
The Voiceover Actor's Guide to Understanding ANY Spec or Direction
th-cam.com/video/hEwLd_gl6XU/w-d-xo.html
-DJ
It's a great video, as always. Damn, I thought you were 23 or something.😂 keep up the good work!
LMAO I blame the all the preservatives in my food growing up 😆. Thanks for watching!
-DJ
Definitely need help understanding the language clients use to explain what they are seeking...and how it translates to where in my self and in my voice I have to sit to produce the sounds they are after. There are many ways for me to sound confident, warm, enthusiastic, or sexy. What's the idea..just audition aimed at the clients needs and see what sticks or doesnt ? I'm four audio books into my VO endeavors, using the reads/audtions to get in reps. I'm 57. Got here from being unable to do other work previous jobs...auto accident. Any income I can generate is positive movement after 16years of being in bed (with body damage and concussion effects ) or having to return to the bed for a significant portion of a they . But now, the last few years, I can sit up all day and do other things. Had gear already, built an audio blanket booth. Trying to figure out what I'm actually doing, as in how to spend my day; demos, audition, narrate, listening, head spinning !Thanks !
Hey man, the 2nd video of the series is up!
@@djdykes_vo Watching now!
👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼 Damn. You were speaking directly to me, DJ ! Literally, And figuratively. That was my question you had up there! Straight to my heart. Love this message. Comprehensive indeed. And NOPE. I ain't clicking off the video. A wise man told me "practice practice practice," and I'm gonna listen. I'm taking all of these nuggets of information, again, to heart. I need to get out of my own way. Great video, man. Thank you, and continue your success over there !
I was happy to share my thoughts with you man. I really hope you get going with VO and when you hit me up a year from now, you're a working actor. It's possible with hard work and dedication. No doubt.
-DJ
@@djdykes_vo Thank you DJ ! Your delivery, real world, realistic, and actionable insight, and some gentle tough love is Highly appreciated. It's like you have a second career within VO. I'm looking forward indeed, man. Thank you again.
I've watched a ton of videos now on getting into VO. Your take and presentation is really clicking with me thank you. I went to check out your website but it seems Bitly is flagging it as potential spam when I follow the link in the description.
Thank you for letting me know! I also saw the same error when I clicked my bitly link and removed it from my videos. My web designer is sorting everything out now.
-DJ
😃 "maybe if it was 6 figures.." Ha! --- I just want to comment again to nudge this algorithm.