Why Voice Actors Should Obsess Over the Script Instead We’ve all heard the advice: “Trust your gut.” It’s become a sort of mantra in the acting world, especially in voice acting. But when it comes to nailing auditions and booking work consistently, that advice can actually steer you in the wrong direction. Your gut isn’t what gets you hired. The script...
How Improv is crucial in voiceover/voiceacting
Mastering the Art of Improvisation in Voice Acting Auditions Voice acting, an often overlooked yet crucial component of the entertainment industry, is a multifaceted craft. Beyond having a good voice, a voice actor must be a master of performance, interpretation, and most importantly, flexibility. One key skill that can set apart exceptional voice actors...
The Voiceover macrocosm in the age of AI: part 1
How AI Is Changing the Voice Acting Scene The art of voice acting has been an integral part of the entertainment industry for decades, adding depth, emotion, and personality to characters we know and love. However, the emergence of artificial intelligence has brought significant changes to this timeless craft, challenging traditions, and reshaping the very...
Voice Acting in Portland, OR or other smaller cities
Doing voiceover in Portland has changed dramatically due to the internet, technology in general, and the pandemic. Whether you’re just starting out and looking for voice acting classes, a voice over coach, or are ready to find work, we will cover all the areas that address how you’re impacted by being here as opposed to a bigger city or the middle of...
Best Voiceover Tips 2022
After casting, coaching, and directing demos for almost thirty years, the awareness around the nuances surrounding a great VoiceOver performance start to add up. While there are so many techniques in voice acting - that’s the one element right there that counts the most…the acting. So let’s start there. What is acting? It’s make-believe. Yes,...
Hi! I'm Lesley Bailey. I’m an award-winning Casting Director, Voiceover Coach, Demo Producer, and Consultant with over 30 years "in the trenches". I love helping voice actors bring scripts to life with authenticity and confidence.
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