"Many thanks for marvelous work! This would not have been possible without
your talents."
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Live Recording - Words
For
video producers, writers, trainers, speakers, narrators and voiceover artists,
professional audio production can make the vital difference between winning and
losing in a highly competitive marketplace.
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In video production, the audio is every
bit as important as the images you work so hard to create. The knowledge,
experience and skills available to you here will help to ensure that your
final production pleases your target audience - and accomplishes your
purpose. |
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Audio for training programs is a specialty of the
house and receives attention to the smallest details. To lend credibility and
impact to your narrative, we use actors instead of narrators for maximum
return on your training dollar. |
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To use your speaking voice for radio, TV
or instructional projects, a demo will help you get booked. Presenting
several different short scripts in a two-minute format should be enough to
allow someone to make a hiring decision in your favor. Since you can't
possibly know what "they" want to hear on a demo, record what you do best -
then find those who want what you do.
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Included with Your Recording Session
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A production technician with extensive experience
as a professional voice actor, audio production technician and business writer. The purpose of your project will
be thoroughly understood, and errors in the script may be caught and corrected before the recording session.
Competent direction may also be provided if needed. |
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An 8-track digital recording system combining
Macintosh, Mackie and ProTools, expandable to 24 tracks. The benefit of
multiple tracks is the capacity to make revisions without losing
work already completed. |
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Long-term storage of original sessions keeps your work
intact and available, allowing you to return months later to make
additions and revisions.
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Options
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Script review by a professional business writer with attention to sentence structure, grammar, spelling, pronunciation and overall theme |
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Professional male and female voiceover talent |
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Royalty-free production music and SFX |
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Coaching in breath-control,
pacing, diction, dynamics and voice inflection |
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Instruction for voiceover artists on the art of
prospecting for work. Eight-page detailed instructional article
available.
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Fees
The current rate for audio production is
$50.00 per hour, with a one-hour minimum.
After
the first hour, billing is by the quarter-hour.
Professional male
and female voice actors are available at hourly fees beginning at
$200.00.
Terms
Cash or check
Fine Points
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Bring two copies of your script to the session, one for the production technician.
Having a second set of eyeballs perusing your pages can catch - and correct - the occasional
error (oops!) or omission. |
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Although voiceover demos are
generally submitted online, a professionally produced CD impresses the
folks who do the hiring. Just knowing that you've made the investment
in yourself gives you an edge over your competition. Consider the appearance
of your CD and ask about design and printing options for labels, covers and
tray liners. The better it looks, the more likely someone may
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How to Prepare for Your Recording Session Organization and planning can make the difference between pain and
pleasure. For an enjoyable and productive session, follow these simple
suggestions:
- Review your scripts until they're perfect, then add indications for
pauses, emphasized words, etc.
- Rehearse your material until you can read it smoothly and naturally.
- Prepare extra copies of your script for use by production technician .
- Get a good night's rest before your session.
- Arrive at the studio a few minutes before your scheduled appointment
time.
- Record re-takes as you go along to control editing time.
- Listen to all playbacks, then direct all editing.
NOTE: Recommended beverage for any type
of vocal work: room temperature spring water with a slice of fresh
lemon.
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