I've always been told I have a nice voice..since at least middle school surprisingly. But YOUR voice, I can't get enough of. Makes me jealous lol. And your videos are very informative so far. So glad I found you. Thank you!
Please keep this up. This has helped me so much. All yoyr videos. Dont stop doing this i want to learn a lot more. Anything and everyhing. Again Thank you so much.
Hello, this is the day that I embark on a journey of audio book narration. In my research of what's involved in audio book narration I stumbled on your channel. I'm pleased with what you've compiled and hope that I can apply your pointers in my future endeavors. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and expertise with people like myself. As a Black Woman I'll strive to be successful in this industry and given the opportunity I'll make a significant contribution.
Concerns about "Royalty Share" payment deals: I would be concerned about "royalty share" as payment from the "rights holder,"as their books success depends on marketing. Is this their first book? How well is the author known? And then, narrating a novel is a paced marathon which takes many hours, if not weeks in a row as a commitment. While going fully into this book project, I can't imagine having time for other jobs I'm passing up due to a royalty paid job...which has no financial guarantee. Once those hours are invested, you can't get them back.
Yeah, Royalty Share is definitely a gamble, but it's great when you're just starting out because the pressure is much lower. I recommend that people start out doing Royalty Share books that are less than an hour because you're going thought a learning curve and it could get rejected and you have to start over. But once you're experienced you should definitely try to do as much PFH and Hybrid work as you can!
Ohhh wow, you are so right about clicking other people's demos and listening... I do feel a lot more confident now. Some folks are really phoning it in... maybe even literally.
@@BaileyVarness But then I clicked to filter by "Audible Approved" demos.. oh boy, there really are some very talented people, who clearly have some great technical skills too.
Mam I'm from Nepal.. Can I also record on ACX??😭 Your voice is so delightful... I am lovin it!! I wish I could also become a good audiobook narrator someday 🤗😍💕😢
Sometimes it is. It's been my job exclusively quite a bit, but I've also had to work day jobs sometimes. I would say that it's definitely something that takes time to develop. The more you do, the more opportunities come your way. I live in a very expensive area now and have been lazy about looking for jobs, but I'm working to change that and make voice-over my main career again! I have done it before. So, it's a very personal journey and nothing is guaranteed, but a lot of it has to do with how much you hustle to get jobs and put yourself out there. The people who are always showing up are the ones who succeed. Also, if you have a good voice that helps too!
Voice Work Academy Thank you so much for the info. Sorry to keep bugging with questions lol, but one more, do you think it’s possible to make a living off of mainly short stories? Is there enough short story books to go around? I’m willing to do long books but maybe not for every single job
@@BeardofHorrors There are a ton of short stories available, but to be honest they don't tend to sell as well. I've done a lot of them myself and from personal experience, you make more money on the longer books. That said, if you do a ton of them then there's a lot of work in your pipeline that can be collecting royalties, so it can average out. So, there's nothing wrong with them, you should do them if they're all you have time to do, but just know they don't tend to do as well as longer books.
I've always been told I have a nice voice..since at least middle school surprisingly. But YOUR voice, I can't get enough of. Makes me jealous lol. And your videos are very informative so far. So glad I found you. Thank you!
Oh my goodness, you are too kind! I'm sure your voice is excellent. Can't wait to hear when you're recording yourself!!!
This video is a goldmine! Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Hello, Bailey. What a delight! Absorbing your valuable videos this morning. Thank you!
Thanks so much!
Please keep this up. This has helped me so much. All yoyr videos. Dont stop doing this i want to learn a lot more. Anything and everyhing. Again Thank you so much.
Thank you! Adding more videos now!
Hello, this is the day that I embark on a journey of audio book narration. In my research of what's involved in audio book narration I stumbled on your channel. I'm pleased with what you've compiled and hope that I can apply your pointers in my future endeavors. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and expertise with people like myself. As a Black Woman I'll strive to be successful in this industry and given the opportunity I'll make a significant contribution.
Fabulous! I hope you enjoy this process!
Thank you for your videos. I hope to utilize my voice as a career somehow and your videos very well may have helped jump start that dream. God bless.
Thank you! Much luck on your career!
Waiting to see the next video
It's now available!
ok, where are the other videos for setting up a home studio ? I can't find them
They're being released now!
I can only locate three video on TH-cam. Can you please instruct me on how to find your other videos.
They're being added now!
I am starting on short stories and working my way to novels. I just need to get my sound studio (closet or room) just right.
Sounds good! Try a VERY short book first and if it gets approved, you know your studio works!
@@BaileyVarness i am looking at short kid books, lest than 10000 words.
Concerns about "Royalty Share" payment deals:
I would be concerned about "royalty share" as payment from the "rights holder,"as their books success depends on marketing. Is this their first book? How well is the author known?
And then, narrating a novel is a paced marathon which takes many hours, if not weeks in a row as a commitment.
While going fully into this book project, I can't imagine having time for other jobs I'm passing up due to a royalty paid job...which has no financial guarantee.
Once those hours are invested, you can't get them back.
Yeah, Royalty Share is definitely a gamble, but it's great when you're just starting out because the pressure is much lower. I recommend that people start out doing Royalty Share books that are less than an hour because you're going thought a learning curve and it could get rejected and you have to start over. But once you're experienced you should definitely try to do as much PFH and Hybrid work as you can!
It is so sad I can't use this in Australia. :( Any idea how to become an audiobook narrator in Australia?
I would write to ACX directly and see what platform they have in Australia. They add them all the time!
Could I audition for an audiobook without having experience? Or do I need to build a small list of experience on my page first?
You can audition whenever you want to and feel ready!
Ohhh wow, you are so right about clicking other people's demos and listening... I do feel a lot more confident now. Some folks are really phoning it in... maybe even literally.
HA! Right?! I think some people record in the middle of busy traffic.
@@BaileyVarness But then I clicked to filter by "Audible Approved" demos.. oh boy, there really are some very talented people, who clearly have some great technical skills too.
@@JamesPawson Yes. You should be there someday!
Mam I'm from Nepal.. Can I also record on ACX??😭
Your voice is so delightful... I am lovin it!! I wish I could also become a good audiobook narrator someday 🤗😍💕😢
Thank you! I would write to ACX directly to see what they have available in your country or what they will have soon. Good luck!
Is voice over/ audible book narrating your main job? Just wondering cause I’m trying to step in the business and just want to see if it’s possible
Sometimes it is. It's been my job exclusively quite a bit, but I've also had to work day jobs sometimes. I would say that it's definitely something that takes time to develop. The more you do, the more opportunities come your way. I live in a very expensive area now and have been lazy about looking for jobs, but I'm working to change that and make voice-over my main career again! I have done it before.
So, it's a very personal journey and nothing is guaranteed, but a lot of it has to do with how much you hustle to get jobs and put yourself out there. The people who are always showing up are the ones who succeed. Also, if you have a good voice that helps too!
Voice Work Academy Thank you so much for the info. Sorry to keep bugging with questions lol, but one more, do you think it’s possible to make a living off of mainly short stories? Is there enough short story books to go around? I’m willing to do long books but maybe not for every single job
@@BeardofHorrors There are a ton of short stories available, but to be honest they don't tend to sell as well. I've done a lot of them myself and from personal experience, you make more money on the longer books. That said, if you do a ton of them then there's a lot of work in your pipeline that can be collecting royalties, so it can average out.
So, there's nothing wrong with them, you should do them if they're all you have time to do, but just know they don't tend to do as well as longer books.
Voice Work Academy ok that makes sense. Again thank you so much for being so helpful