How To Become a Voice Actor (Without any experience!)

In this video I give 4 easy steps to getting started in the world of voice over.
I'm a completely self-made voice actor, and I started from literal ground zero. I didn't know how to hookup a mic, what software I could use to record on, or where to find work.
These steps are the exact formula that I ended up creating as I went along and it'll save you a lot of exhausting brainpower and days of feeling lost!
Say Hi on Social:
my website: www.nastasiamarquez.com
Instagram: @nastasiavoice
Resources and references
Equipment:
Suggested Mic: AudioTechnica 2020 $79 www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica...
Suggested interface: Alpha Lexicon $59 www.amazon.com/Lexicon-Deskto...
Suggested Soundproof Mobile Booth: www.amazon.com/Voice-Over-Ess...
^^Yes, a little pricey, you can also start with DIY setups like closet clothes, blankets, and foam bedding^^
Suggested software: Audacity www.audacityteam.org/
Websites to start finding work:
Fiverr - www.Fiverr.com
ACX - ACX.com
Where to learn more from:
BillDewees: Check him out on youtube! / voiceoverexpert
VObuzszweekly: Here on youtube! / vobuzzweekly
Voice Over Website: Check out this site! iwanttobeavoiceactor.com/

[@mikeskybrowser]

Natasia: Completely avoid using a usb mic. Me: *Stares at the usb mic that I recently purchased*

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Haha oh no! Don't be discouraged, there are always work arounds and you can improve other aspects of the studio to help until you move up in mic's again!

[@mikeskybrowser]

@@nastasiamarquez6472 Thanks 😊.

[@mikeskybrowser]

@@Elim-meister Far out of my budget for now but thanks for the tip.

[@SublimeArchi]

@@mikeskybrowser yeah, bro...when you get ready to buy a $350 mic, get an SM7B.

[@santaara20]

@@SublimeArchi well depending of what type of voice you have isn’t? That’s what I’ve heard. I was talking to some dude about it. And told me the sm7b is not a good match for my voice because it carries a lot of bass.

[@RensinkRamblings]

I started about 4 years ago and I’m doing great. Love my job so much.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Working for yourself definitely has its perks!

[@azl5044]

Good for you! I want to do the same thing... Just need some practice.

[@dice_clovers4407]

Can you pls tell me how to because I am a tween who needs help with getting into it

[@lifesokaymhm2270]

@@dice_clovers4407 same here

[@jaybretv4346]

What was the toughest part about getting started?

[@pascalcasimier7748]

I began my Voice Acting journey in April!! Loving it so far. Releasing my first demo next week!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

That is awesome to hear, best of luck!

[@kevindecker4803]

How is that going one month later??

[@pascalcasimier7748]

@@kevindecker4803 Demo took longer than expected, but I think it came out very well! kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5iZZamHpt58b5o&lc=Ugw-LFFQouzmTjvH33B4AaABAg

[@agentnacho2029]

@@pascalcasimier7748 how's it going so far?

[@pascalcasimier7748]

@@agentnacho2029 Solid! I got another demo coming out soon, picked up minor roles in different audio dramas and indie games!

[@to8484]

I really appreciate how clear, clean, and concise your information is. Thank you

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome!

[@Zer01122]

I'm just a homeschooled middle school kid, but I have been questioning what I want to do in my future, and voice acting came to mind, I've always been wanting to do something with my voice, I'm aware voice acting takes time, practice, patience, and hard work, this has helped me to understand a lot, so thank you!

[@micheley2140]

Make sure you go for it! Life goes by fast so follow that feeling and don’t let go😊

[@lauramcaz]

Stick with it!

[@stambo6480]

I have to honestly say that you seem to be the most honest person I have ever heard on these channels. You made it feel as if I was listening to a long time friend of mine giving me advice. Thank you!!!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

I appreciate that!

[@Apostylicpoet]

Not many views, but the best video on this so far!

[@monroetrojanman]

Awesome video. This is EXACTLY what i was looking for. I love to voice act and i constantly find myself impersonating voices. I have been looking for a way to start using my voice so i can hopefully one day use it to entertain others. Your advice gave me inspiration and cant wait to get started!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad I could help! I realized early on that I would always impersonate voices so that is definitely a good sign. Good luck!

[@ScottMcCulloughBmax419]

I'm really glad I discovered your channel. I've always been interested in doing vocal work, but I'm finally taking steps to make it happen as part of my post-retirement job mix. You and Booth Junkie are the two most helpful sources of information I've found. Thank you for breaking down the advice into specific, easily understood segments that I can apply to my needs. Your website is great, as well. I appreciate having you as a resource!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

That is so awesome to hear! When I got started I also had wanted a resource to learn from so I am glad that I can provide that for someone else. I hope you get to where you are going.

[@khadijahmmasorong]

I'm glad I'm pursuing this direction in my life. I'm so excited to see how things are unfolding for others on the same path, and I'm also glad to be apart of the same journey. Thanks for putting this video together!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You're so welcome!

[@brandonboss6868]

Thank you so much for the information, your trials and errors on your journey, to save us time and money on our career path in voice acting. I appreciate the time you took to make this video!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome! It's rewarding to see it help people.

[@Rubiksguy]

Not ramble-y at all. You’re amazing!

[@catjack90]

This video is so informative and great for someone like me who is just starting to learn about what voice over is and is seriously considering to become a voice actor. Thank you so much! You are awesome!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ssecor40]

Hi Nastasia, great to see you growing in your trade craft! Thanks for showing us the journey :-) Glad to be one of the first clients...

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Hi Scott! So great to hear from you, I hope all is well. I still think of our project together every time I think of seattle. Dreamy rainy days with a cup o' joe 😊

[@FromAnArtistsMind]

All of my equipment arrives by the 26th of this month! I’m so excited. I really feel as if I finally found a career I want. Thanks for the advice!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You got this!

[@bluemonky92]

This is the most detailed and informative video I've seen regarding this topic. I really appreciate you taking the time to explain! Definitely helps so much!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

I am glad you think so!

[@mariafihn6874]

A MILLION THANK YOU’S!! You broke everything I needed to know as a brand new vo artist!!! Wonderful presentation and info.!!!! Thx again

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

So glad!

[@melissatoro7209]

wow! this was so helpful! thank you so much! i had dabbled in VO many years ago and made money doing small gigs so i know it can be done. but after so many years trying to get back into it i felt so rusty and forgot how to go about it. this video is EXACTLY what i needed! thank you so much! also let me say this gives hope to so many people who just want to start and don't have a lot of background. i see a lot of these professionals that make it all seem so unattainable. so having you break things down for beginners is truly amazing. really, thank you so much. you give me hope that i can still do this!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Best of luck, the first step is to just start!

[@18dvine]

I'm 28, always wanted to do voice acting/voice over since high school. Have a BS in Communications, did theater in high school, spent about 2 years doing radio/production while in college, but never venture out because I'm afraid of the risk of increasing in a passion that might not work out. But really considering starting and this video helped! Thank you!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

I'm happy to hear that! I started voice over as a side gig long before I went fulltime with it, so you could always try that route if you are worried about risk!

[@18dvine]

@@nastasiamarquez6472 thanks for the tip!

[@somerandompersonyoudontkno2112]

is this how are should start off to become a voice actor? i wanna be one when i am older for anime and video games, should i practice with other voices?

[@isaiahwalking]

Same here but I'm still in high school :(

[@dryelene]

@@isaiahwalkingme too, but i believe we can do it

[@Jusangen]

Very good video Nastasia! I followed some of your videos today and made my first little demo to show my wife! I was beaming by the end of it, I was so proud. I look forward to dabbling a little more because I've thought about this off and on for a while. Hopefully, I'll learn a lot from the folks you mentioned and your future videos too! Thanks again for posting and keep it up!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are very welcome! I love hearing others getting started out so keep at it!

[@BillBene67]

Excellent video Nastasia. Straight to point and hits all the must haves for sure. Thanks for sharing

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are very welcome!

[@stephanieoliva5006]

Hi Natasha I just love your video! You give such great information for someone who wants to get started in this business. I used to sing for the New York City opera company when I was in my teens. I am now retired however I have always thought about doing voiceover work and I used to know someone growing up in New York that did this type of work and Loved it. I am a soprano and often when I speak with people on the phone they think that I’m a teenager because of my high pitched voice. I also can do a lot of children’s and cartoon character voices such as Elmo. Most people say I have a decent singing voice. So I am going to take your advice and give this a try thank you so much! Sincerely,SO

[@waveridr1]

Nicely done! Informative and to the point I'm just getting started and every little bit helps. Thank you so much!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You're very welcome!

[@Shimamon27]

Trying my best to do the voice-overs for my animations... It's really difficult, but, I use whatever help I can to make it sound alright enough! Thanks for the help, I hope my next video will be better because of it!

[@annaliesebroughton4705]

I love that you made your own demo. I am doing the same right now. Why not? I am reading an excellent book at the moment 'Voice Over Voice Actor' by Yuri Lowenthal and Tara Platt. Once I've used my current demos for a little while, I will do what you did and get it professionally made. Thanks for great content x

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are very welcome!

[@Love-Is-Kind]

Thank you, Ma'am. Your shared time, experience, and wisdom is appreciated. Have a lovely evening.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Thank you! You too!

[@EPIXANIMATIONS]

this was actually the most helpful one i've seen

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

I'm glad to hear that!

[@E.M.has.to.Gacha.]

Decided to do voice acting last year cause it sounds kinda fun. I've only been doing comic dubs on my own and I just got a mic, but I'm looking forward to seeing how things go from here. Thanks for the video!

[@yodo7661]

Great content Nastasia. You are a treasure.

[@blessingribeiro22]

So much useful information, thank you so much. You covered all the questions I had.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

[@maxculinaproductions5505]

Excellent advice! Thanks for the upload🙏

[@pamangell1256]

Hi Nastasia, it's great to hear you say you didn't even know what an interface was when you first started!! That gives me hope... Thanks👍

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Most definitely, and I am continuing to learn so don't shy away from the learning curve(:

[@niachin7522]

Natasia - YOU ROCK. *New Subscriber Alert* lol. As an actor who has procrastinated for years in diving into the VO world - I'm finally doing it. Excited, terrified, and hopeful. I'm theatrically trained and have a small repertoire of accents and voices, but I understand and respect the demands and competitive nature of the industry. Experience or not, it's constant rejection and hustle, so I also agree that you have to be prepared and love what you do. That's always comforting :) I love your passion and authenticity. THANK YOU for all that you give, you're such a fireball and inspiring as the sun!!!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are really too kind! I am excited for you and your journey and it sounds like you have a great foundation. So much of this industry is having the passion and drive to keep going so I applaud you. Keep us updated on your journey

[@niachin7522]

@@nastasiamarquez6472 thank you!!!!

[@danie201393]

thank you so much for sharing this !

[@concetta4323]

Thankyou your video has been the most help i have found in months.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You're very welcome! I am glad this has been useful

[@suriathedarksun]

Thank you for this! Appreciate this so so much. I’ve always done freelance work for years but just for fun and recorded in a recording studio cause I had access to. With the pandemic, those work were severely impacted. This just gave me the confidence to start investing in myself, although in a small way, it’s still something. I was wondering if you would suggest any voice over community page to subscribe?

[@Elisanyoh]

Pls what tips can you give me,I’ll like to start n I really need all the advice I can get

[@TheScanonDub]

Thanks for this vid Nastasia, I think it was just what I needed to watch right now as I set sail into this world.

[@dustersinternational221]

Ditto, I'm UK

[@barrett8626]

Most helpful VO video I have seen yet, thank you!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

That is so awesome to hear. I am glad you got some use out of it!

[@eleven_hopper.official9839]

I havent started voice acting yet, but it seems like something i might want to try. Thank you for yoyr tips!!!!

[@jessiccaangelov5517]

Love this! Thank you. Love to listen to you too!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome!

[@ecksluss]

I know this is an old video, but I've been watching so much content on getting into VO/VA work and I really enjoyed this video. I'm currently saving for a Shure SM-58S bundle and a Focusrite Solo interface. Looking forward to diving into this industry, even if it only becomes a hobby.

[@LeSaff]

Hi, I would like to know what made you choose this mic? it's not really intended for voice over. The scarlet solo or 2i2 are good but a Steinberg c12 will do the same job for half the price. The great scarlet stuff starts with the 4i4 (I read benchmark about it). Careful with the XLR cable. I disagree with her. Don't go for a cheap one, it might create noire or distortion. Go straight away to a magami gold and keep it forever 😀

[@JumpingFlightAttendant]

Finally -- a video that shows start up equipment. Thank you.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You bet!

[@untothewhirlwind4666]

I'm here today! Good video and i love the simplicity of your website.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@mahinghassemi2917]

Thank you so much Nastasia, I have learned a lot form your professional and friendly video.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful!

[@swittle22]

Thank you! This is so encouraging and helpful. You have a wonderful spirit.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Thank you so much! I am glad you got something out of it!

[@LifeChapter1]

So informative and to the point. Thank you soooooo much!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful!

[@aayanscartoonchannel8577]

Thank you so much for a wonderful tutorial. I am setting up my Cartoon Studio and I gathering info to design my voice over part. Your tutorial is honest and pretty straight forward. Simply Fantastic. Thank you. You are wonderful. Cheers.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@HaiTharImDavid]

One of the better 'How To' on voice acting on youtube! Can't wait to get started. Sound proofing sounds like the most tedious stage especially since I don't have much space for it :( Thanks for all the advice! Will remember to shout you out when I make it big... LOL

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful! My sound engineer Lenny B has some great info on sound proofing. I have some vids with him about it, or you could check out his channel.

[@edenbreslin]

Yes, thank you!! I began voice acting in 2017 and have just broken into the official, agency/casting business!!

[@TopFitnessStrategies]

Wow! Talk about fate. I'm wanting to make a change with my online biz (it ain't producing the way I want). The last couple of months, I've had people, who I didn't know, who heard me talk online asking if I was a voice actor person. (I do podcasts and videos). I didn't even know that was a thing! Today, just randomly, I was researching other types of online gigs and watched a video where someone was talking about ACX. Went to that site and looked around. I came back to KZbin to see what was being said about it and this video popped up! LOVE IT! LOVE THE INFO! Now, you have got my created juices flowing on this voice over thing! Thank you!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

That is awesome to hear, we always want to get the creative juices flowing

[@bizzyfit2128]

Thank you, Nastasia. This is helpful.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You're so welcome!

[@gneissnicebaby]

This was super useful as someone who literally just thought "I wonder what it would take to start doing voice acting". Well done! Idk that I'll go for it, but if I do I, then I'll have a little more knowledge before hand :)

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You have got to start somewhere!

[@Ashleyforreal]

Thank for this video!

[@netomoon5550]

Thank you so much for the information. I always wanted to do voice acting.

[@bigdogmack8692]

thank you .....I am just starting in this voice over work. People have been telling me i have a radio voice . You sound great

[@extraordinarymomentswithba3046]

I love the video and I appreciate it so much. You have an amazing voice and you explained things so very well. I can't wait to get started. Thank you.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful!

[@periel]

Wow, thank you SO MUCH for all the info in this video!!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome!

[@TheGaryNinja]

I'm really thinking about doing this and you made it so much less intimidating. Thank you for your knowledge! You also have a great voice!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Go for it!

[@monikortazar]

Thanks for the information ! It was very, very useful .

[@ItzJulesss]

I’ve been looking into voice acting, thing is i don’t like the sound of my own voice😅 and all i have to work with is my computer, (which is one main things i need lol) and a uhuru usb mic from Amazon so as soon as you said “avoid using usb mics” i was like 😳🥲 oh noo!! Lol thanks for this video tho! Eventually i can upgrade to a better mic and such☺️

[@aishakemi8839]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm currently working on doing voice acting.

[@RickSanchez-1943]

Thank you for the tips.. I visited your website and wow I was blown away from your demos.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jmorrison146]

Very, very helpful! Thanks!

[@businesstryouts1061]

Definitely great and valuable information! Thank you!!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@user-li8fc5sc5p]

Brilliant!!!!

[@bxchef829]

Thank you, this video helped me. I basically got everything you mentioned. I love your videos they’re awesome.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome!

[@boxingfan7232]

Hello very inspiring video! Gives me hope that it's definitely possible without any experience whatsoever! My little cousin once told me to do voice acting and it has stuck in my mind! Thank you very much for taking the time to make this video and I wish you much continued success!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Best of luck!

[@boxingfan7232]

@@nastasiamarquez6472 Thank you! Will definitely be looking at more of your videos and the resources that you mentioned..always loved to read books out loud..helped me to understand them better!

[@fabirocha.locutora]

I loved your video Nastasia, very good, thank you, and your website looks great too ! Plastic voice you've got. I also appreciated that you reveal the names and brands of the equipment you use. Well done. I've been doing voice-over translation jobs and would love to show my work on fiverr as you suggested but I think they're not interested in Brazilian Portuguese voice-over artists... thanks a lot !

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You're so welcome! Keep working at it, there will always be work that will need voiceovers of all languages, it is just a matter of finding them!

[@bonnielass82]

I'm just getting started and now that I've seen your video, I'm a fan and want to see everything you put on KZbin.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

That is so kind, best of luck to you!

[@SKITZA_KGC]

Im proud of you (: Thank you for these tips (:

[@lilpandanesegirl]

thank you! I will give this a try!

[@TheBSideChannel]

Great video! Thank you!

[@kristiLB93]

Again, thank you for this information! I'm trying to figure out how to get started.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You can do it!

[@WarriorAngel]

Beautiful!

[@gjgrgaming6442]

Thank you so much :) I appreciate your help and guidance

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome!

[@Cward5656]

I've been wanting to voice over for 12 years I'm finally pursuing this passion. I need to move but I'm working on that too. I already picked out my VO classes. But this gives me hope thank you!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You can do it!

[@voicescloudvoiceoverjobs3742]

I need to to thank you... for this fantastic video! Your channel is also really good.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

So nice of you, I am happy you find it useful!

[@pinaluciapacebuono450]

You are wonderful. Many thanks for your honest contribution

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

I appreciate that!

[@Thelilichannel6907]

Excellent info, thank you Nastasia

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KariasTiara]

Thank you so much for the info!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You bet!

[@dianaparadis2830]

So helpful! Thanks so much. 💜

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lorenlapinaofficial]

Thank you so much dear ❤️ your tips helps me started! 🥰

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

I'm so glad, that is the goal!

[@bloodandcoffee7428]

This is an important video for me. Thanks for such an informative video!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome!

[@dollyejoy]

Thank you for this video. Yes! So happy you mentioned Bill Dewees! I've been binging his videos the last few days. So much good info and such a nice guy :)

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome and I totally agree.

[@AWickedSister2024]

great info! Thanks Nastasia!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Any time!

[@wesandemma2203]

Great help! Thanks a lot.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it helped!

[@WomenofDandy]

Thanks I'm just getting into i love this information you give

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

You are so welcome

[@morgangoodell2840]

I can't wait to try this. This is very helpful. Thanks! Now I just need to try to diy sound proof my closet and get a 🎙

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful! You got this!

[@morgangoodell2840]

@@nastasiamarquez6472 😊

[@jelumbard]

Great information. Thank you.

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Thanks for watching!

[@przemkhu84]

Great information! Concise and to the point :) Thank you!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Stealth]

thankyou :)

[@VoiceSimpleton]

So much good advice to take here! I hope one day i can achieve the same greatness as a voice actor you've become. 👏😊

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

I hope so too!

[@Raphails]

This looks like a very fun job

[@bimbunnny]

So you're the voice actress of Lisa Imai in season 2 of BanG Dream! Lovely video! ❤️

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Yes! How did you know?

[@bimbunnny]

@@nastasiamarquez6472 I was reading Lisa's page on the BanG Dream! wiki and you're already listed as her voice actress. I googled your name and found your KZbin channel. I'm really excited and happy for you!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

@@bimbunnny very cool! Thanks :)

[@planetlizz]

Outstanding video. Solid information. Beautiful natural speaking voice. Conveys honesty and trust. I'd buy a used car from you with confidence! You are a star!

[@patrickbrady8326]

I'm just starting to dabble a little bit into finding out what might be totally involved with voice over's I have a lot of recording equipment now because I do music as well. All my life I've been told I have a DJ type voice and that I should get into radio/broadcasting but as I approach retirement age I'm trying to discover other ways to be self supportive. As far as your video I found it informative and I like that you tell it like it is, that I found truthful thanks for making it and for your time.....PB

[@ejdexplorer8041]

I am just starting to explore the VO recording 😁 and your tips are really helpful .

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Great to hear! Keep going!

[@semiwandering295]

I've been told I've got a great speaking voice.. by strangers my whole life.. sadly, it's taken me this long to do something... I've been mistaken for a voice recording.. because of how nice my voice sounds.. so after all this happening.. I've decided to see if there is anything for me... this video was amazing.. thank you very much.. I'm literally going to follow exactly what you said to do and buy what you recommend... I'm just starting.. so thank you

[@terryrustad1800]

Excellent Information.. Many Thanks 😊

[@ShadowGirlyz]

Brilliant! I am super green to the industry and know nothing about much of it. Thanks!

[@nastasiamarquez6472]

Happy to help!

[@VIPREVIEWZ]

Great info!!! SUBSCRIBED