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@anthonytheva Күн бұрын
It’s great you have these opportunities! Life is a bit of a mess trying to juggle voiceover, other passions and work so I’m still finding my balance. Finding your balance will always be key and I’m sure every one of us will be fine with less videos if that means you have to take time to yourself
@DayOneVoiceover Күн бұрын
Thanks, Anthony. We’ll see how this goes once the dust settles. It’s hectic right now but I’ll find a rhythm.
@RepurposedVO Күн бұрын
Hey so happy for you man your killing it! I’ve been praying you find a job! So glad for you. I know the struggle of finding time to do VO. You have to do what you have to do to support your family, I hope you find the time to work on Vo.
@DayOneVoiceover Күн бұрын
Thank you, Daniel! I just knocked out a handful of auditions because it’s the only time I can do it. Thankfully I didn’t have a ton of vocal fry this evening. Gotta get that work in whenever I can. Thank you very much for your concern about me finding work! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Hopefully this sticks and it can help me keep going for some time.
@chrisvelasco1535 2 күн бұрын
It sounds like you're really doing good things all around. I used to operate a 50ft camera crane through Panavision in Hollywood, but right now I'm a warehouse guy between getting my VO carreer going and getting my Class A Truck driving license(all while being out on injury) so I feel you. Good luck and maybe our path can cross down the road!😅
@DayOneVoiceover 2 күн бұрын
Dude, how cool would that be? Being a photographer, I’ve always wondered if I could make a decent cinematographer. Good luck on the trucking license. That’s a job I could never do. You have my respect for that.
@TrueNorf 2 күн бұрын
This is a GREAT video Robert as you document the real life struggles of where you're at! I'm curious if you're able to run these in parallel even for a short time to gain valuable exposure, connections and skills. I think you can still choose your own adventure as the pivot becomes real!! Keen to see where you land! SUPER, SUPER-HONOURED for the shout out dude! Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou! 🙏🏾😁
@DayOneVoiceover 2 күн бұрын
Thank YOU for the inspiration. I have no choice but to run them in parallel for the time being and see which direction I get pulled into long-term. We’ll see how this goes.
@TrueNorf 2 күн бұрын
@@DayOneVoiceover In that case, I'm cheerin' you on LOUDER from across the pond, Dude! #GAIN! 💪🏾😁👊🏾
@SolariaLoranala 3 күн бұрын
Awesome video as always. I had a similar struggle a while back. Pick the things that are right for you and your situation, you never know what other doors they may open. As for VO, you can mix it up because any practice is good practice. Read aloud, repeat back things you hear on TV, do tongue twisters, & auditions when you have time, etc. What works for your schedule & won’t lead to burn out is always a good option. Wishing you the best on your journey 😁
@DayOneVoiceover 3 күн бұрын
Thank you very much!! I really appreciate the encouragement. It’s going to be a challenge but I definitely don’t want to disappear from what I’ve been doing here.
@_coachcraig_ 3 күн бұрын
I will never be able to say this enough, but this channel, your bravery, your content, your humility and your transparency are a breath of fresh air that everyone should be exposed to. One of life's easiest things to do is cheer on a great soul. Cheers to you, Robert!!! We're here for you. You will kill it!
@DayOneVoiceover 3 күн бұрын
Thanks, Craig! I still dont know what possessed me to make this journey public but I’ve enjoyed every minute of it. I just hope I can still keep this up, even if it slows down a bit.
@JosefinaVelasquez-vk7et 3 күн бұрын
Vamos bien mi amor 💖 sigue adelante ❤
@DayOneVoiceover 3 күн бұрын
Gracias mami!
@JoeGemini73 3 күн бұрын
Robert, I think your true calling is what you are doing right now - this! You’re a great storyteller and a natural in front of camera! This channel is what you are meant to do! IMHO.
@DayOneVoiceover 3 күн бұрын
@@JoeGemini73 haha thanks man. I would have never thought I’d myself as a good story teller but I do enjoy making these videos.
@daystraube9097 2 күн бұрын
@@DayOneVoiceover Joe is right Robert, you're a good storyteller! You called your opening cheesy, but I thought it was really great! Look at you acting 🙌 Obviously you do what is best for you, but know that you have the support of your community to pursue whatever that is. We're always excited for your content and appreciate your honesty and transparency. It's that authenticity that resonates with us. So keep being you! Hope that you find a balance that works and that you're happy with. 😊 Congrats on the jobs 🎉
@DayOneVoiceover 2 күн бұрын
@ thank you very much!! I never really envisioned myself as a storyteller, but it does feel natural. We’ll see how I can put it all together going forward. Hell, I wonder if storytelling will translate well to editing also. 🤷🏻♂️
@daystraube9097 2 күн бұрын
@@DayOneVoiceover Absolutely! Especially when structuring video to be appealing, engaging and conveying a message. Storytelling skills is key in a lot of areas of life, it's all about relatable communication. So it's awesome that it comes naturally to you. Wishing you well friend 🙏
@staciaonmovies 3 күн бұрын
Congratulations! You deserve all of the success
@DayOneVoiceover 3 күн бұрын
Thank you, Stacia! I have to make the most of these opportunities and not squander them.
@brianSalem541 3 күн бұрын
I'm new to VO and just started learning how to make videos so I can start a KZbin channel. Don't give up your journey. VO and videos can work together as a service to clients.
@DayOneVoiceover 3 күн бұрын
Awesome! Be sure to give me alert when you start posting them, just in case they’re on another channel. Looking forward to it and happy to give any advice along the way.
@_coachcraig_ 4 күн бұрын
I love my man Robert's videos. Watching his videos leaves not excuses for anyone to not do that scary thing that you want to do. Confidence is self-made. Be comfortable being uncomfortable like he said. Cheers, Robert. You're one of one.
@DayOneVoiceover 4 күн бұрын
Thanks, Craig. Getting to know you has been one of the best rewards for sticking with this channel. 🤜🏽🤛🏽
@juanvaldez1347 5 күн бұрын
Honestly, from what I have been hearing from people who have connections inside fiverr, fiverr is also pushing AI for VO work and even established people are seeing an income drop.
@DayOneVoiceover 5 күн бұрын
Fiverr put out an Ad/Post on LinkedIn bragging about how they made it using AI and saying that nobody cares it was made with AI. I took the time to tell them how wrong they are for posting that. They didn’t respond to me. www.linkedin.com/posts/fiverr-com_share-if-you-dont-care-activity-7254461610570739712-iwvO?
@TheGoodLifewithProfessorG 6 күн бұрын
This is really coming along nicely. Putting in the work is paying off!! ❤
@DayOneVoiceover 6 күн бұрын
Thanks man. Things will be changing soon, though. Hoping I can still continue this.
@robert_starling 6 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing everything you have shared since nearly day one when I started following you.
@DayOneVoiceover 6 күн бұрын
I appreciate you sticking with the journey so far! Stay tuned for the next video because things are about to change. Major pivot coming up for me.
@davidparry4312 7 күн бұрын
Wow, great stuff Robert! You're a role-model to any newbie (and not so newbie!)
@DayOneVoiceover 7 күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, David! Very much appreciated.
@HarleyTaylorVA 7 күн бұрын
I forgot about Mission Audition! I have homework now, thanks Robert! And keep slugging it out in those auditions! Just getting in reps can help you improve along the way!
@DayOneVoiceover 7 күн бұрын
@@HarleyTaylorVA I’m glad I could give a little reminder. It’s been a great resource for me. I still haven’t gotten short listed yet but I’m working towards it!
@magnumcircuit 7 күн бұрын
You and I look to be in the same place on out journey and in the same boat. Although I have gotten training and professional demos. I seem stuck in booking any kind of work at this moment. Ive done hundreds of auditions and still trying to learn how to audition properly.
@DayOneVoiceover 7 күн бұрын
@@magnumcircuit man, it seems like that’s where so many of us get stuck. I’m at about 30-ish auditions but no short lists yet. That being said, things are about to get really tough for me. If you’d like to stick around with the channel to see what happens, I’ll give you a sneak preview of my next video. I’m at a difficult, albeit exciting, crossroads. I don’t want to put VO aside but life is sending me in a different direction. If I want to stick with this, I’ll need to really stay committed. Stay tuned!
@its_ieshiawhite_and_co4596 11 күн бұрын
Congrats!
@DayOneVoiceover 10 күн бұрын
Thank you very much!
@SolariaLoranala 11 күн бұрын
Awesome video as always! Thanks for sharing & best of luck!! ❤
@DayOneVoiceover 11 күн бұрын
Thank you for always watching. : )
@prisaina 11 күн бұрын
thank you robert, this is so helpful
@DayOneVoiceover 11 күн бұрын
Thank you for watching! I’m glad it helped.
@Jelinofficial-sr1vf 13 күн бұрын
😊👍🤝🥰
@brianSalem541 13 күн бұрын
I'm new to VO (but trained as a tenor singer). If you sign up for voice123, please do a video about that too. Also, you might want to look at Peter Baker's Voiceover Masterclass training courses.
@DayOneVoiceover 13 күн бұрын
Thanks for the tip. I’ll check out the Masterclass training. And I’ll definitely make a video for V123 when that time comes!
@rbcbrown13 13 күн бұрын
You had an interesting slant that a lot of the KZbin VO guys have not talked about: I'm just starting out; how do a balance a day job with trying to get started doing Fiverr (or any other VO site); especially if you don't work from (home). I'm not sure you had a solution, but at least you brought it up. I've really been wondering how to do that. How can I be responsive to clients that want a VO sample now, when I have to wait till I get off work to record it. 🤷♂
@DayOneVoiceover 13 күн бұрын
You know, the thing with samples now (as I understand it), is that AI has changed the approach. I still don’t exactly get a lot of traction on Fiverr but when I do, and they ask for a sample, the first thing I do is point to my demo reels. That should have everything they need. But if they insist on more, I will record something and purposely not have it be clean audio. fiber is already a low budget marketplace, I don’t need people cloning my voice for free with a quick sample. So with that said, maybe you can simply record something on your phone in a semi-quiet space? The last few samples I’ve provided have resulted in zero feedback. They take the sample then disappear. So I stopped doing it.
@JosefinaVelasquez-vk7et 14 күн бұрын
Muy orgullosa ❤❤
@christianmorgenroth1677 14 күн бұрын
Thanks Robert, I've been doing auditions as well and even got shortlisted. Just with my full time job the deadlines are quite tight but thanks for the input. I'm happy you're going forward... Keep going, brother 🫶🏻 you're amazing
@DayOneVoiceover 14 күн бұрын
@@christianmorgenroth1677 that’s great, Christian. I’ll know I’m in the right track once I get my first short list. How many auditions did it take to get your first?
@christianmorgenroth1677 14 күн бұрын
@DayOneVoiceover I think it was one of my first auditions - the first and only one shortlist but you know. I felt pretty good about it. Didn't get the job but it was nice for the start. It's really about also not stressing yourself out. I just take it easy these days. Keep at it and plus you can use some of your auditions as demos,too
@PunyoVa 14 күн бұрын
ello! Recently discovered you a few days ago and have been slowly getting through all your videos. Its definitely refreshing seeing someone start with 0 experience and work their way up. As a new comer to voice acting and someone who also wants to be successful one day, its really nice seeing your journey. I look forward to the day you blow up(it will happen), and will follow along, while also making moves on my part.
@DayOneVoiceover 14 күн бұрын
Thank you very much! It’s definitely been an interesting decision to share this journey but it’s been really great hearing people say it’s been helpful to them. I hope you stick around for the rest of the journey!
@_coachcraig_ 14 күн бұрын
Robert, you are REALLY good at this KZbin thing. The way you explain things and present the information is great. Keep it up! Thanks for doing this.
@DayOneVoiceover 14 күн бұрын
Thanks, man! I always appreciate the support! 👍🏼
@magnumcircuit 14 күн бұрын
I have to ask how is it going 5 months down the road?
@DayOneVoiceover 14 күн бұрын
Well, when it comes to Fiverr…👎🏼 I really haven’t seen any measurable level of success there. I’ve just started venturing into genuine auditioning and waiting for my first gig that way. I put out a video today actually.
@andreagonzaba 16 күн бұрын
Where is your microphone in your videos ? 🎤
@DayOneVoiceover 16 күн бұрын
I use a different microphone for my KZbin videos and it’s either mounted in the camera itself or just to the side of it, about arms length in front of me.
@andreagonzaba 16 күн бұрын
@ thanks 😂
@andreagonzaba 16 күн бұрын
@ which microphones 🎤 do you recommend for each or any specific case ? Thanks
@DayOneVoiceover 16 күн бұрын
@@andreagonzaba Well, microphones in general in can’t really say I’m qualified enough to give a good answer yet. However, the microphone I use for my videos is the one below. Since the videos are recorded in an untreated space, I just use something basic but it does the job. I’m happy with it. a.co/d/5eBPGKZ
@chrisvelasco1535 20 күн бұрын
Hey Man, I just this week started recording my demo reels(Promo, Narration, and Commercial). Ive done 5 of each. I dont have any online presence at all but thought i would need content to fill a portfolio somewhere, i just dont know where..... Any advice?
@DayOneVoiceover 20 күн бұрын
That’s a good question. I’ve seen some people take existing commercials on TV that you think suits your voice, transcribe it, then simply make it your own and record it. I’ve also used Chat GPT to come up with base scripts that I simply modify a bit. Let me know what you come up with and I’d love to take a listen when they’re ready.
@chrisvelasco1535 20 күн бұрын
@DayOneVoiceover that'd be awesome! I'm like you with being prepared. Too, like you, I just need to "take the plunge", I just don't know where or how(?)
@DayOneVoiceover 20 күн бұрын
@@chrisvelasco1535 well, I’ve found that Fiverr can at least get you some paid practice. But don’t know if it’s possible to really make it a reliable source of income like the old school people that still make $100k and sell workshops to “show you how”. I’ve recently started auditioning on Voices.com and it’s been cool for some genuine practice that leads to “real” jobs but it was intimidating to get started.
@dimenzio 20 күн бұрын
Great video, I like the personal space you create with this video. Though, I personally would have liked a biiit faster pacing here and there. Thanks for the advice. I'm not a voice actor myself, though I've always loved the craft as a fellow artist. I simply find it fascinating. I'll keep watching your journey and wish you all the best bro.
@DayOneVoiceover 20 күн бұрын
Thanks a ton, man. It’s been quite a ride since this video but things are looking up in other way. I appreciate the comment!
@Part-TimeSupervillain 21 күн бұрын
Hey Robert, I empathize with your struggle and trepidation on starting a new career at 50. I currently work in IT and am gainfully employed, so I don't have that particular stress hanging over my head, and I do have an incredible wife who is a great support system for me (as your fiancée is to you). I turned 51 back in August and have been interested in voice over work for quite some time, so I started my own channel (hence my KZbin avatar) that combined my passion for comics and voice over. It affords me the opportunity to practice my craft and hopefully will allow me to transition out of corporate America and into a career I truly love. I wish you tremendous luck and I can't wait to see good things come your way down this path!
@DayOneVoiceover 21 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment. It’s definitely been a challenge and continues to be as I still haven’t found steady work. But it can be done and I’m not giving up. Your page is fantastic and I love that intro you have. Looking forward to bingeing some of the content you have. Best of luck to you!
@Part-TimeSupervillain 21 күн бұрын
@@DayOneVoiceover Thanks man, I appreciate that! Keep at it, cliche as it sounds, consistency it KEY! I snagged that from Bill DeWees and a few other sources. :)
@wstks-fmworldwide5390 28 күн бұрын
Cool new gear! Your videos are highly engaging and fun. Not a voiceover artist myself, but I'm really into the hardware and software as a podcaster.
@DayOneVoiceover 28 күн бұрын
@@wstks-fmworldwide5390 man, thanks a ton for commenting!! As a producer, I may have to pick your brain on something I’m stuck with. I’m struggling trying to make Logic Pro for iPad work for VO. If you have any resources I can tap into, I’d really appreciate it! 🙏🏼 Correction: I misread podcaster as producer. But the question still stands if you happen to know. Lol
@wstks-fmworldwide5390 28 күн бұрын
Well done! The new background lighting is a nice touch.
@wstks-fmworldwide5390 28 күн бұрын
Try the Rode Podmic USB, which also has an XLR connector. Hard to go wrong with Rode gear. I have used to Blue Yeti, and it's ok, but condenser mics in general pic up too much room resonance and background noise due to their sensitivity. Lenny B here on KZbin provides loads on information on how to EQ. He also offers a number of reasonably priced courses that might be worth looking into.
@DayOneVoiceover 28 күн бұрын
Yeah I’ve been watching Lenny for a bit but haven’t ventured into his training yet. Maybe I’ll add him to the list of people I want to coach with.
@jimbones84 29 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! This video is definitely inspiring. I have a big problem of being inspired but quickly just pushing myself down saying it’ll be a waste of my time and is probably get no where but that’s a bad mentality and hate it! Watching videos like this helps a lot. I have not acting experience so that doesn’t help. But I wish to get into it.
@DayOneVoiceover 29 күн бұрын
Dude! Thank YOU for watching and please stick around. I recently landed my first audiobook job and things are progressing for me. It’s not an easy journey but that’s why I’m documenting it, so people have a good idea of what to expect. You got this! Follow along!
@jimbones84 29 күн бұрын
@ I will watch some more videos when I get back home tonight and probably do some more research! Have you ever done acting before like in a play in theater?
@DayOneVoiceover 29 күн бұрын
@ absolutely zero acting experience. Not even an elementary school play.
@jimbones84 29 күн бұрын
@@DayOneVoiceover haha same here. Hoping i can get better!
@anthonytheva Ай бұрын
Congrats on your first audiobook gig! A bit late to the party due to a break but that’s great. Definitely would love to know more about how it goes and how it’s like to do that work. I myself have not landed any narration style voice over gigs and well that’s due to lack of experience and more specialty in the character stuff but I’ve always wanted to do audiobooks and know how its like.
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
Thank you! Good to hear from you again. It’s funny, we’re opposite. I had no interest in an audiobook but it just landed on my lap. However, I’d LOVE to do a character voice but I need WAY more coaching to get there. So far, the experience has been better than I thought but definitely a challenge being in Spanish.
@anthonytheva Ай бұрын
@@DayOneVoiceover That’s still amazing! You’re doing well and ik you would get there and get to do the character work you’d like to. It’s definitely an interesting challenge especially since my Spanish has kinda faded since I stopped seeing some family members but I’m definitely gonna pick it up again and maybe try something out in that language
@DayOneVoiceover 29 күн бұрын
@@anthonytheva Thanks man. Keeping my fingers crossed it goes well when the project is completed. Be sure to check back in if you land something in Spanish.
@HarleyTaylorVA Ай бұрын
Big congrats! My first gig was also an audiobook, and it was definitely tough 😅
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
Thank you! It’s definitely been a learning experience so far. Not even half way done yet and it’s not really that long. Haha
@SolariaLoranala Ай бұрын
Congratulations on landing your first Audiobook!!! 🎉 🎉Wishing you the best & looking forward to future videos 😊
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
@@SolariaLoranala thank you very much!!! I really appreciate it. : )
@randyp6474 Ай бұрын
Congratulations! I’ve been recording corporate and explainer vo for 13 years but haven’t ventured into books. Keep it up.
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
Thank you! I feel like that’s something I’d enjoy doing but have only landed 1 or 2 jobs through Fiverr so far. Looking forward to seeing if that game works for me going forward.
@banyanstudio Ай бұрын
Great video on sound treatment. Love the little logo that your wife put up for you! Supportive wives are the best!
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
I’m lucky beyond reason! That’s for sure. Thank you!
@ira_iz_kaira Ай бұрын
congratulations! Thank you for sharing your journey! I'm not new to VO but experiencing issues finding new jobs. Your videos are inspiring! :)
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
@@ira_iz_kaira thank you for commenting. I was really fortunate to get this gig but I’m still worried about what success I’ll have when I’m out there actively seeking work for myself. Do you do any direct marketing? I haven’t started that yet but I hear that’s the way to go.
@brianSalem541 Ай бұрын
Congrats! I'm new to VO. Your videos are inspiring. I'm thinking of niching in narrating bilingual children's books. I speak English with American accent and Spanish with a Mexican accent. Have you considered that yourself?
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
@@brianSalem541 I’ve considered children’s book and maybe even starting a separate YT channel but I don’t believe I’ve given thought to making it bilingual. My daughter has bilingual books but they’re harder to find. I would imagine that would make a solid niche.
@brianSalem541 Ай бұрын
I'm new to VO. Thinking of narrating bilingual children's books as my niche. I speak English with American accent and Spanish with a Mexican accent.
@brianSalem541 Ай бұрын
New subscriber. New to VO too. Question: is there a niche for narrating bilingual children's books? I speak English with American accent and Spanish with Mexican accent? Gracias, muy amable.
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
Thanks for subscribing! I would imagine that is out there but I’ve (foolishly) not looked for it myself. If you find some traction there, please come back and share your progress!
@RepurposedVO Ай бұрын
So happy for you ! I’m glad you got provided something, i haven’t been much of a reader my self so I struggle with audio books as well. I hope this gets the ball rolling man. You can do this.
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
@@RepurposedVO hell yeah, thanks for the encouragement! 🤜🏼🤛🏼 I have to use this momentum to keep going. I appreciate it!
@photony Ай бұрын
Man, keep your positivity. I've been producing video content for over two decades, including two podcasts. This video is awesome, well done, Keep up the good work, we all have Imposter Syndrome.
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
@@photony thanks, man! That’s a big compliment from someone with experience. I want to maintain a balance with documenting the actual growth of the career with quality video. I appreciate the feedback.
@kusahm0411 Ай бұрын
It’s been amazing watching your progress. I always get excited when you post these videos. Please continue!
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
Thank you @kusahm0411!!! That means a lot to me. It’s was a big leap to put these videos out and it’s great to know they’ve been well received.
@ScatterbrainCentral Ай бұрын
Love the lighting bro. Congrats!
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
Thanks man. Currently a nod to Halloween season. 🎃
@TheGoodLifewithProfessorG Ай бұрын
So amazing...
@DayOneVoiceover Ай бұрын
Thanks, Prof G!