VO Pro: The Business of Voice Over and Voice Acting
Voiceover Business Strategies That Work
The VO Pro Podcast is the go-to show for voice actors who want to grow their voiceover business without relying on casting sites or waiting for agents to hand them work. Hosted by voice actor and business coach Paul Schmidt, this podcast delivers no-fluff, tactical advice on how to market your voiceover services, attract high-quality clients, and build a profitable VO business in a world of AI-generated voices and shifting industry standards.
You’ll learn practical voiceover marketing tips, how to master direct marketing for voice actors, build a solid client base, and use tools like email outreach, SEO, and strategic positioning to stand out. We cover how to price your work, optimize your VO website, and navigate topics like AI and voiceover with clarity and confidence.
Each week, we bring you insights and strategies from Paul, and interviews with working voice actors, coaches, casting directors, and experts who understand the business of voiceover from the inside out.
If you're a freelance voice actor looking to take control of your career and actually get booked, this is the podcast for you.
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VO Pro: The Business of Voice Over and Voice Acting
4 Ways to Look Like a BEGINNER Voice Actor – DON’T DO THIS!
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In the world of voice over, if you want to stand out like a sore thumb and look like a beginner there are a multitude of ways to do that.
In today’s video, I’m going to give you 4 ways to look like a voice over newbie so that you can understand how to avoid them.
And hang with me until the end, because I’m going to answer the most common question I get, “So how do I get into voice over?”
Takeaways:
Maintaining a beginner's mindset is essential for growth and success in voiceover.
Avoid using the term 'aspire' when referring to yourself as a voice actor.
Invest in a professional demo that accurately represents your abilities.
Don't expect feedback on auditions; seek feedback from a coach instead.
Ask thoughtful questions and do your own research before seeking help from professionals.
Follow the seven steps provided by Paul Schmidt to start and develop a career in voiceover.
Chapters:
00:00 The Advantage of Being a Beginner
01:27 Avoid Using the Term 'Aspire'
06:01 Don't Expect Feedback on Auditions
07:27 Avoid Asking Lazy Questions
09:53 How to Get Into Voiceover
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