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Voice Over: Technique 101

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $50
  • Real-time webinar led by pro voice actor
  • 2 hours

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  • $50
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Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this voice over class:

This performance-based class will give students the fundamental building blocks of voice over technique and help students to understand what producers are listening for when they hire students.

In the modern voice over industry, the most sought after performances are those that just sound natural. Often, you’ll see breakdowns asking for “conversational reads.” How hard can that be? Isn’t that just like talking? Well, you’d be surprised at how many voice talents can’t deliver a line and make it sound natural. Most voice actors who are new to the game deliver choppy, stilted reads that do not sound natural or conversational at all. And when you can’t deliver what the client is looking for, you won’t get the job.

So how can you learn these skills?

This introductory course focuses on the basics of voice over technique. It is designed to provide students with an overview of what attributes make for a good voice over performance (using real world examples) and explores current ‘fashion trends’ in voice over performance in a number of different genres. The differences between on-camera and stage acting compared to voice over acting will be explained.

The four foundational components of the speaking voice (tone, volume, inflection/pitch, tempo) will be discussed, and through the use of specific examples and exercises students explore how each component contributes to an effective voice over performance.

At the conclusion of this class, students will:

  • Understand the attributes of a good voice over performance and how to effectively incorporate those attributes in your reads
  • Be knowledgeable of the current trends in voice over performance in a number of different voice over genres, including:  commercial, corporate and video narration, documentary narration, animation/video games, and audiobook genres
  • Learn the difference between conversational reads and sounding like an announcer
  • Be fully conversant in the four foundational components of the speaking voice and use these components effectively in their own performances

Technique 101 is a performance based class, so please come prepared and ready to read! Your instructor will provide the scripts so no need to source any prior to the class.

Appropriate For: Casual Learner/Aspiring Professional

Note: All students attending live, in-person classes at Edge Studio must show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (2 doses or more) in order to gain entry and will be required to remain masked for the duration of their time at Edge Studio, unless they are working individually in a voice over recording booth.

Refund Policy

Sales are NON-REFUNDABLE.

Reschedule Policy

  • If you reschedule with more than 3 business days notice, there is no cancellation fee or additional fee to reschedule if you notify us at [email protected] and during regular business hours (M-F 9:00am-5:00pm ET).
  • If you reschedule with less than 3 business days notice, we’ll do our best to accommodate you, but please note the following charges which will be applied:
    • $25 for the Investigate Voice Over Class or any standard webinar or class.
    • $75 for any private session.
    • $750 for a demo recording session.
  • If you are a “no-show”, the same charges as listed above will apply.

When the school needs to cancel or reschedule:

  • We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule due to low enrollment, inclement weather, or other extenuating circumstances.
  • Should this happen, and depending on the service that you have purchased as listed above, you may be offered to reschedule (if possible) or to receive a credit for the amount of sale.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Edge Studio Voice Over (735)

(4.6-star rating across 735 reviews)
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Bernie H. on 4/28/2023
    Jennifer was awesome! Very knowledgeable and encouraging! The pace of the webinar was perfect.
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Jesika C. on 6/4/2020
    I learned a lot in Technique 101! Plus I lived how each of us was able to participate and get feedback from our instructor.
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Howard H. on 1/4/2019
    Well presented.
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by David H. on 10/16/2018
    The four fundamentals for any aspiring VO artist, specifically tone, tempo, volume, and pitch, were all adequately addressed within the two hour span of the class. The instructor exhibited both knowledge and hands-on experience of the voice over industry. Equally important, she was able to convey and to demonstrate those two elements to the students. Overall, a very good primer for any novice to the world of voiceover acting.
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Michael K. on 8/20/2017
    I miss the class and I did not get reminder.
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Anonymous review on 3/31/2017
    I struggled to stay connected. The high number of attendees was overwhelming and made it difficult for me to focus.
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Peggy on 7/28/2016
    Marjorie Kouns is a wonderful teacher. She is positive and encouraging. She gave detailed explanations of each of the 4 components of voicing and through her own examples and expressive style showed us an array of voice over genres. As we read individually she critiqued us positively and her comments and suggestions helped tremendously. I wish we had even more time with her!!!
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Dan on 5/12/2016
    Marjorie did a great job getting everyone involved and offered new ways to approach a script. This class covered some of the same things we did in the Investigate class with David but she brought a different perspective which was helpful. Also helped to hear how the other 14 students did their reads.
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Emma L. on 2/11/2022
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Abena E. on 11/27/2018
  • Voice Over: Technique 101

    Reviewed by Joshua Rowan on 1/24/2017
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Students found the Voice Over: Technique 101 class to be informative and engaging, with many appreciating the ability to participate and receive feedback from knowledgeable instructors. Attendees learned about the four main fundamentals of voice-over work - tone, tempo, volume, and pitch - throughout a two-hour class. The hands-on experience provided by the course left many feeling that they were better equipped for the voice-over industry. Overall, the class was seen as a helpful primer for novices to voice-over acting, with instructors such as Jennifer and Marjorie Kouns providing positive and constructive critiques, as well as detailed explanations of voice-over components and different genres. Three direct quotes that provide insight into students' experiences are: 1. "The four fundamentals for any aspiring VO artist, specifically tone, tempo, volume, and pitch, were all adequately addressed within the two hours of the class." 2. "The instructor exhibited both knowledge and hands-on experience in the voice-over industry. Equally important, she was able to convey and to demonstrate those two elements to the students." 3. "She gave detailed explanations of each of the 4 components of voicing and through her own examples and expressive style showed us an array of voice-over genres."

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