How to Make Your First Voice Over Reel at Home | DIY

How to Make Your First Voice Over Reel at Home | DIY
I wanted to share this because I just booked a voice over job with this DIY demo reel and recorded it a couple of days ago successfully. I am not an expert, tips are highly appreciated! Hope this helps you!
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I made this demo reel because I had done a few VO jobs and wanted more but didn’t have the content. So I did some research on companies in the area and made my own commercials without saying a brand name.
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[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for watching! I am working to make a professional set-up (so you can record VO jobs at home) and take voice over classes. Will be posting a video on this soon. 😊

[@charliparfait]

That sounds great!...I'm comfortable with set up,,my learning curve is with content and editing...I'll stay tuned 🙄😊Thaks again!!!

[@guysmith5504]

Can you please let me know where did you obtain the background tracks for these? Mark were they from other commercials or did you have them produced or find them in some kind of database? I'm not asking for proprietary reasons for proprietary reasons I'm asking because I want to make a voice over demo and get involved and I'm not sure where to find tracks like that.

[@guysmith5504]

Also so sorry to beg you again but I guess what I'm not understanding is how understanding is how the demo is recorded to begin with. I understand I need a Mike but did you just use software and a computer?

[@ruthzekaria2105]

I’m 60 years old and recently lost my husband. I don’t have many skills. I am a community theater singer/actress, so I could definitely do voice over jobs. This video is so helpful! Thanks so much!!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Ruth, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband.

[@kennyakatyler]

Love seeing this advice from a working actor. Thank you!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks! :)

[@omarsmusic4316]

I've always been able to copy voices since I was a child and different accents and I did some drama in college and high school I'm going to make a voice over reel for the first time hopefully I can find some work. I'm still new to this I'll try some of your tips thanks!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Of course and Thank YOU for watching and all the love!

[@YumegakaMurakumo]

I am trying to push myself and get over the fear. I've always been able to do voices and impressions I'm an aspiring animator and have my own characters and stories for the demo reel I can use. Besides characters, I can do animal noises like I can do a convincing puma scream and I also can sing. I think if a person can sing fairly well, they can voice act, because voice acting requires hitting different ranges and pitches. 👌🏼💜 Thank you for the video Belgica! From one Latina to another. 😁💜

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's great! I suggest looking into training and that will help with bookings and being able to hone your talents even more. 😊👍☀️

[@AgentDigits]

I typically use my gaming headset (it has surprisingly good audio quality) and mess with voices in my closet... and I thought I was crazy for sitting my closet until now haha Will probably get a proper mic in the future - but I'm mainly just figuring what I'm good at and practicing stuff. It's fun, but my family must think I'm crazy. These tips are very helpful! Thanks so much!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there! Sounds fun to me lol. Keep playing and practicing. :)

[@LiosdeLiaAy]

Thank you so much !

[@BelgicaPaola]

💕

[@superface]

Thank you so much for this! I'm trying to get into e-learning voice over work, as I'm an ESL teacher in China and I can't stand how terrible some of the materials are. But I couldn't find any information on how to create a demo reel from scratch. This video is perfect, thank you!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Oh, I'm so happy this helped! I also want to do move voice over and will be making some more videos soon! 😉👍

[@superface]

@@BelgicaPaola Well you've got a new subscriber. I look forward to more advice on that topic!

[@niqulusviii987]

Soooooooo helpful! Gonna start my demo reel! I don't have to worry about music since im a musician (yaaaaaaaay!!!!!!)

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much, glad you found it helpful!

[@vanstickman]

Sooo, I am a pretty young and new voice actress, (started earlier this month) but I have landed a good amount of roles so far. Would you recommend me to get more experience before making my VO reel, or to go ahead and just make it now so I have something to show anyone that would like to hire me. (I use Casting Call Club for auditions so I am usually provided with lines to audition with)

[@BelgicaPaola]

You should put the jobs you book in a reel once you get the files. 👍

[@sage-if4nm]

THANK YOU BELGICAAAA This was so much more informative and helpful than anything I've ever seen! You're awesome (:

[@BelgicaPaola]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks so much for watching. 😊

[@brand10000]

Im not set up as an actor or voice over actor like you are, however I did just have my mic(Shure sm7b) setup to where I can start practicing doing voice overs at home and see if I can do anything with voice acting.

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's great 😊

[@quantumcreatures4804]

This is awesome! I’m starting to create voice over content so this is helpful. Thank you.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I'm so glad you found this helpful! 😊 I'm hoping to set up a professional studio and make a video on it soon.

[@vanessacurtis2161]

Where do I go to listen to your reel?

[@carolinew123]

Thanks for sharing, good advice.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much for watching. 😊

[@thejailorsjester5016]

Thank you for your brilliant informative videos. I can’t tell you how grateful I am for passing on your knowledge. 🙏👏❤️

[@BelgicaPaola]

😊❤️ Thanks so much for watching.

[@annawiley2423]

This helped me a lot! Thank you..... post more about how it is recently as working actress

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks! I post my monthly recap of auditions and you can see what jobs I do in my vlogs. I am primarily an on-camera actress so for the most part, I don't have much to say about VO. I will make more on this once I have more to share. 😊

[@JR-sd3fk]

When booking those jobs do you have to travel to their studios or are you able to lay down the track at home and then send it to them?

[@BelgicaPaola]

It used to be you go to the studio but now they are hiring based off of who has a professional set up. This is not a professional set up that I showed. This is a beginner set up. I am planning on making a video soon on what I'd expected from production to be able to record at home.

[@JR-sd3fk]

Belgica Paola Rodriguez awesome. Thank you so much for that info. A beginner is what I am and I’ll start with your suggestions. Thank you so much!

[@lamarb3184]

Thanks for your helpful input. much appreciated.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DavidStout-rq5kj]

So I can start doing self-written DIY voice over commercials and NOT get sued if I just NOT mention any known brand names? That’s brilliant! So for a DIY voice over commercial about an app, I could just call it the App app?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks!

[@donny7838]

What should people do about adding music? Do we have to worry about getting in trouble for using pro musicians' music or is there a good resource to get VO background music for free?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there! There are lots of non copyright music websites that you can use. I would suggest that, especially if you are going to be posting it on KZbin like I did.

[@donny7838]

@@BelgicaPaola I'm looking to post a Fiverr gig. I ain't have much budget to use, and I'm just trying to do as much as possible free until I build up enough of a workload that the investments in good equipment and pro music would make sense.

[@dua-k2]

Hi, thank you soo much

[@BelgicaPaola]

You are welcome!

[@voicescloudvoiceoverjobs3742]

I need to to thank you, for this fantastic videoo..! Your channel is also really goood...

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you very much!

[@Eresseariel]

I don’t get it, are we supposed to choose a play and try different voices or just introduce ourselves (what exactly are we supposed to say in the audio reel)

[@BelgicaPaola]

I do both. You want to display your vocal range. Once you do VO work, your reel will be from actual VO jobs. 😊

[@amandawoodhouse9007]

I am making my own voice reel from my home. Do i need to do it in a professional studio. I have my own studio here

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Amanda, I think if you can film it at home and make it sound very clear, that is fine for your first VO reel. Of course, if you have access to a professional studio that is always best. You can always make it at home, get feedback and make it again. If you have a closet you can be in, the clothing really helps obsorb extra sounds.

[@Lasonta]

Super duper helpful! It seems easy and fun to do as well! I'm going to let my imagination guide me with this one. Thanks!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much, Lasonta :) I really appreciate it. Let me know how it goes.

[@lizg6662]

Thank you!🙏💙

[@BelgicaPaola]

You are so welcome!

[@ddg80sbby]

This was so simple and informative! Thank you!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Alliegal963]

Thanks gal! this is helpful as heck and is guiding me so much.

[@BelgicaPaola]

You're so welcome! I'm glad you found it helpful 😊

[@kidscompetition1234]

Thnkew ....nd love from india🇮🇳🇮🇳 mam.....m going to record sample firsst time....this video is imp fr me....

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks so much 😊

[@spikesponge7005]

I wish I knew what you were saying, I'm sure it's very positive

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you 😊❤️

[@marlonhunt7789]

This is useful, thanks. I just gott some equipment and trying to get started

[@BelgicaPaola]

So glad I was able to help!😊

[@Lunasent]

Should I do one commercial at a time each reel? Or more than one example in one reel not surpassing one minute? I legit have ZERO experience and I am dying to get into acting and voice acting and I am looking for all the help I can get. I feel clueless.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there! :) I definitely recommend looking into training. You can do a clip of each "commercial" around 5-10 sec each.

[@Lunasent]

@@BelgicaPaola Hi! Thank you for answering! That sounds about right. Sadly, I can't afford training, thanks to this pandemic for a list of reasons, I am literally working to put footage on my own so I can at least get it out there. Another question, this sounds so silly but bear with me. Do I need to be part of a Union to get a gig? For either acting or voice acting? Even if say it were non-paid and I needed to the footage for experience or a reel?

[@BelgicaPaola]

If it is a union job, you will have to be union or able to become eligible. As far as training, you can also look up some Voice over KZbinrs that have some great exercises 😊

[@georgemonroe0]

Thank you for information! Its really helped me get started

[@BelgicaPaola]

You're so welcome 😊

[@placeholder_name321]

i've gotten advice from another channgel about posting all my demo reels to my youtube. I do not have hardly any folowing on there at all, nor do i have any idea how i would record it .Do i need a video camera type of quality or just use my phone? Any ideas?

[@BelgicaPaola]

You don't need to include any images if you don't want to but having it online is great so you can easily share it to agent/castings.

[@stevieperry5095]

having trouble finding good scripts... where would you recommend getting the best scripts for your reel? thank you 💕

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there! I explain how I made mine in this video. I also made a new video similar where I also talk about the scripts. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKS1iqaOrrx4iq8

[@samrobson9444]

Thank you so much for sharing your advice and experience! Without any professional experience, I'm kind of improvising my demo reel, I've recorded some announcements I used to make while working in a grocery store and a monologue from a podcast, but I want to record some professional commercials too. Is it frowned upon to use a script from an existing commercial?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Sam, you can get inspired by professional published work like I did in mine. :)

[@elvisdebello]

Hi Bélgica I just started in backstage so I need to complete my profile , obout the voice sample what should I do ? Recover diferent tiles of voices?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi ☺️ you can put a sample of any VO work you've done or make a sample.

[@elvisdebello]

Hi great thank you 😊 😊

[@vodgeee]

Thanks for the insight, this was really helpful :)

[@BelgicaPaola]

Glad it was helpful!

[@charliparfait]

Thank you!!! That was short sweet and helpful!!!👌🌹

[@BelgicaPaola]

You're so welcome!

[@Fido-vm9zi]

Thank you for the information. I want to get started, but feel very behind!

[@BelgicaPaola]

You're so welcome 😊 I don't know very much about voice over but I do suggest looking at Laurie Burk here on YT because she has lots more info.

[@tayco8]

Thank you so much for sharing this!! Invaluable.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you! 😊💜

[@itz.mariavicz]

hey friend! re-watching this video for ideas, but curious.. of course blank backgrounds are preferred for auditions, but I'm assuming any background (as long as it's not awfully distracting) is okay for a DIY demo reel?

[@BelgicaPaola]

For your demo clip, I think blank would be best. It really just depends on your end product, to keep it safe, yes, blank.

[@bacyriac]

Thank you for the tips 👍🏽. Can you suggest the microphone which you talked about in the video? Couldn’t find the link mentioned

[@BelgicaPaola]

The links are in the description 😊but I will also link what I'm using now in 2021. Let me find the link.

[@serekithegreat]

Thanks for posting, this was really inspiring. I'm trying to jump back into the VO world and my brain is about to explode, lol. I'm trying figure out how to get a short demo produced but I have no idea how. I'll keep following your channel in the hopes I can eventually create one. I've done only one voice over but it was many years ago and I never got a copy of the work. Help, lol.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there 😊 I also recommend watching Laurie Burke here on YT as she does only VO work! She has a lot of great info.

[@serekithegreat]

Belgica Paola Rodriguez Ok, I’ll check out her channel too. Thanks Belgica. 😊

[@The-Perfect1]

@@BelgicaPaola Thank you!💜

[@guysmith5504]

So how the heck did you get your first few voice over jobs? Without having a demo reell?

[@BelgicaPaola]

I auditioned through my agency.

[@jebatman756]

It's impressive that you did that demo with a $70 mic...although if people actually wanna make a living off of VO, I'd say they need to invest at least a few hundred bucks in the mic, it being the most important part. An XLR mic with a decent audio interface and some rudimentary editing skills, since we're all stuck at home right now, we will have to edit everything. And given the situation, it's also best to put the demo together ourselves because if we get hired to do a gig, we'll have to at least bring the quality of the demo to the table, if not better.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yeah, this is just for your very FIRST VO reel. I would highly suggest hiring professionals and investing in it as it will get you jobs.

[@anglosaxongirl]

Belgica Paola Rodriguez After watching your voiceover samples, you sounded great on your inexpensive microphone.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks 😊

[@anglosaxongirl]

Thank you so much for your help, but the ‘light’ link and the ‘camera’ link are the same thing.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Oh, no! Thanks for letting me know. I'll adjust it. But the camera is just a phone link as I use my phone to film. 😊

[@Barnickal]

HI, the microphone link is no longer working. Thanks

[@BelgicaPaola]

HI the mic I used was the CAD GXL2400 USB and I could no longer on amazon but this is similar amzn.to/3rtaieU Here is the kit I use now. amzn.to/3AaTGw9. If you are just using it for auditions, you can use your voice memo app but if you want to record jobs at home, you will need a kit. I suggest looking at Laurie Burke's Channel because she has way more experience. I am more focused in on-camera acting. :)

[@Barnickal]

@@BelgicaPaola thank you so much!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

You're welcome 😊

[@Tyrezk]

Thanks Holmes

[@BelgicaPaola]

You're welcome.

[@okebaram]

You didn't say anything about the background music aspect. This was definitely helpful though I wish you talked about the music too and gave some tips

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hey! 😊 I'm not an expert with VO. I mostly do on camera acting but for music, I just did non copyright (from KZbin free library) and made sure my voice level was higher than the music.

[@okebaram]

@@BelgicaPaola Thank you!

[@buddies1fanbackupaccount87]

Hi Bel! I was wondering about intros with indents...how exactly do they work? Thanks 😊😊

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hey! I don't know what that is lol can you share more? I don't really do VO much anymore, I have been doing on-camera work for the last few years but I am happy to help you look into it and learn.

[@placeholder_name321]

and do you recommend booking an agent right when getting started ?

[@BelgicaPaola]

If you can get an agent while you are training that is great so you can get hands on learning.

[@jebatman756]

You could but make sure the demo you have is the best it can be before contacting an agent...

[@guysmith5504]

Can you please let me know where did you obtain the background tracks for these? Mark were they from other commercials or did you have them produced or find them in some kind of database? I'm not asking for proprietary reasons for proprietary reasons I'm asking because I want to make a voice over demo and get involved and I'm not sure where to find tracks like that.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hey! I got it from the YT audio library. You can find it in the creator studio. Third from the bottom.

[@carlpleasant]

Where did you locate your background music for the voice overs?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Imovie 😅 but KZbin also has a huge library

[@JenethPage]

This is very helpful!!! Thank you so much! Stay safe!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks, you too!:)

[@anglosaxongirl]

Why do you use 2 microphones?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hey! This was a while ago but I was just getting started in VO. I am still no expert as I mostly do on-camera acting. I suggest Laurie Burke here on YT! kzbin.info

[@SOUTHEASTMARYLAND]

Thanks

[@BelgicaPaola]

😊

[@kiannadpresentsmaskoffcrow887]

Very helpful. Thank you 💜💜💜

[@BelgicaPaola]

Glad it was helpful!

[@alexrichards1198]

Love the new background!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Alex Richards Thanks!

[@meggletube]

This inspired me! Making my own Vo Reel soon.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Oh, yay! Pls send it to me, I'd love to hear it!

[@princeicio]

That's awesome. I created my own home studio recently, but I still haven't landed my first gig unfortunately. I created some demos and I'm auditioning on voices, but I got nothing yet :/

[@BelgicaPaola]

It takes a while. There's a lot of competition.

[@princeicio]

@@BelgicaPaola Would you take a listen to my demos? Give me some help. I could send you short recordings

[@BelgicaPaola]

I suggest sending it in to talent reps and asking for feedback with your submission or sending it to friends. 😊

[@princeicio]

Just curious, do you get record in both languages?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yes, I do 😊

[@tanishahereast5006]

This is awesome! Thanks for sharing. I want to buy my mic very soon!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hope you enjoy!

[@RubyFennex]

Hello! I have a job I want to apply for, and I need to make a reel of monster sounds. What do you recommend I do? Do I just record myself making the noises and send it in, or is there more I need to do? Thanks!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Ruby, the best thing to do in auditions is to follow the instructions exactly. If they are asking for just monster sounds, then just send them that. If they didn't say how long, I would send 3 clips that are each no longer than 10 seconds.

[@MOAON_AABE]

That agency that hired you, how did you network to get on there radar? Because I'm trying to network for anime English-speaking voice over. Any suggestions?

[@BelgicaPaola]

I googled best agencies in my area and then a friend of mine referred to the agency. I also had an actor's package ready which made it easier. I would say at least have a reel.

[@MOAON_AABE]

@@BelgicaPaola thanks for the advice I'll definitely use that. About the reel, can I write my own script or do you recommend doing a voice over on one that's already been done? Specifically for anime is what I'm trying to get into.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I really only know of how I did it on my video. If I was you, I wouldn't do something that has been done but make your own few lines and perform them as the type you would like to audition/work for.

[@MOAON_AABE]

@@BelgicaPaola awesome sounds like a plan, I really appreciate you helping me out.

[@13r3ason]

Thanks for the info. So basically if I want to do a demo I need a script right? Are there free scripts? I want to begin but I don’t know where to start or how many voice demos should I do or it depends what I’m applying for? Thank you!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hello! If you want to make a demo on your own, you will need a script. What I did was just make my own and changed the words of existing ones.

[@13r3ason]

@@BelgicaPaola thanks for responding!! ☺️Does it need to have images or just voice

[@christianjohnson646]

Hey did you have a coach before creating your demo?? and do you have an agent to help you get jobs ? Do you still have an agent if so?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there 😊 I didn't before this video as I was and honestly still am very new to VO. I do have a VO agent (have booked a few) and I finally am in a place where I can get VO training and am looking into it. I'll post a video on my experience with whatever VO classes I end up choosing 😊

[@meisterdeborah]

hey lady, thank you for this advice - How did you choose the music and add the music to the audio?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Deborah :) At that time, I went to the "Audio library" in the KZbin studio and edited it in iMovie. But you can use a editing software and use any non copyright music.

[@tinlizziestudios4344]

Thank you for this. Very helpful!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Of course! I'm so happy you found this helpful! 😁

[@irvingw5011]

Hi, what dB levels are you recording? I've been told the 20-30dB room noise is acceptable.

[@BelgicaPaola]

When I recoded this video a few years ago, I had no idea. But now I usually do -12 tops. But I am no expert!

[@katstupski340]

how do you get paid for voice over jobs

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there! I mostly do on-camera acting and get VO jobs mostly through my agents.

[@tanishahereast5006]

I don't see the link to show which mic you used....

[@BelgicaPaola]

Here's the one I used now. 😊 I'll be updating it soon too. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015R0IQGW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=belgicapaol05-20&linkId=17befd3a49e446f738c161a4e88cce2f&language=en_US

[@buddies1fanbackupaccount87]

Can I write my own script for my demo (as a kid)? Also how easy is it to get a voiceover job/agency from home? Thanks! ^ ^

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's what I did in this video, I wrote my own based off of commercials i've heard. In the last 3 years it has gotten far more competitive to join the VO world. I primarily do on-camera acting now. You can start by doing what I say in this video and then submit yourself to agencies through their website. Not all agencies accept online submission but the ones that do, have a "get discovered" or "Submit to representation" tab.

[@buddies1fanbackupaccount87]

@@BelgicaPaola Thanks so much! One last question...would I have to add music? And would it have copyright issues?

[@BelgicaPaola]

No, you don't have to add music but you can. I used copyright free music so youtube wouldn't delete it. Google "youtube audio library" to find free music 😊

[@buddies1fanbackupaccount87]

@@BelgicaPaola Okay, thank you so mucch!!!

[@forisma]

The camera link is leading to light again.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I use an S9 android phone as my camera now 😊 back then I was using an iPhone 5 so it's prob not being sold anymore. Feel free to check out any latest video's description for the latest camera I'm using.

[@livydoll]

Do you find you are able to do well for yourself in the Bay Area? How is the acting scene there really? Thank you.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi :) Here's a video I made when I was only acting in the Bay area. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6rVlIunZ8SDbtE

[@harveyquezada1056]

Hey I saw this video and I wanted to ask would it be a good idea to make a demo reel without any prior experience or not? I really want to know

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Harvey, you can do it without experience but just like with any other career, if you have knowledge, training and experience, you will be a lot more successful.

[@harveyquezada1056]

@@BelgicaPaola ok thank you!

[@katstupski340]

do i have to write my own scripts, or can i use practice ones online

[@BelgicaPaola]

You can do both. I altered ones that I have heard before.

[@katstupski340]

@@BelgicaPaola thank you

[@gentryjenkins9664]

Where do you send your demo to get jobs?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi 😊 I also mentioned it in the video but I use my agent as well as casting websites like backstage and SF/LA Casting Networks.

[@cecebear110]

Thinking about getting into voice over work ! Is there any microphone you recommend for beginners ?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Mic If you are a beginner, I suggest using your phone and a closet with lots of clothes in it. Once you can, I like these as listed in the description amzn.to/2ONsydJ Update to what I use in 2020: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015R0IQGW/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&psc=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=belgicapaol05-20&linkId=17befd3a49e446f738c161a4e88cce2f&language=en_US

[@BelgicaPaola]

I also just got new VO set up and I can link that too :)

[@cecebear110]

@@BelgicaPaola Thanks!💜

[@izabelladuryee1102]

Do I have to write my own piece for the audio or could I find something online to read from?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Izabella, I would highly suggest to Google a monologue that interests you, or choose one from a play/movie. 😊 You can write your own if you would like but unless you are an seasoned writer, it is best to find one that already exists.

[@izabelladuryee1102]

Okay, thank you so much for the help 🙏

[@BelgicaPaola]

Of course! Also, here is another resource kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJDQeIWjiphmgq8

[@izabelladuryee1102]

Would I have to mention the person who wrote the monologue in the recording?

[@BelgicaPaola]

You don't have to if you don't want to. 😊

[@moocadde1563]

How can I make demo first voice

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there! :) Did you watch the video? I explained how I did it and how you can too.

[@sincerelysandi]

Very, nice! Do you have to add the music for the company to the voiceovers is this what you wanted? How is your VoiceOver career going today? Thank you💚

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there! I use copyright free music to avoid any issues. If it is an audition, you would only send in your audition, no music. I have still need auditioning a lot but don't do very much VO. I mostly do on camera acting.

[@sincerelysandi]

So you still do auditions for on screen acting, correct?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Yes, I primarily do on camera acting. 😊

[@sincerelysandi]

@@BelgicaPaola oh, so awesome! Thanks for responding!

[@jimelegorreta]

My question might sound silly but... How can I get an agent?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi 😊 you would want to get some training and experience, develop a demo reel, resume and then you can contact agents with your work and see if they are interested in signing you. Many agencies have online submissions and will contact you back if they are interested.

[@jimelegorreta]

@@BelgicaPaola thanks for taking the time to reply my message! And thanks for the advice 😉 I already suscribed to your channel.

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks! 😊

[@rxdaily6906]

How does one go about getting an agent?

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi 😊 this is my experience in SF. I am currently looking for agents in LA and I'll be posting my experience. Let me know if you have any specific questions about the process after seeing that video. 👍

[@tragicsevens_]

Thank you! ✨

[@BelgicaPaola]

😊

[@alliesworld9135]

How do I avoid scam websites

[@BelgicaPaola]

For voiceover, I am not sure as I mostly do on-camera acting. Using the industry standard websites and having an agent. I use Actors Access and Casting Networks mostly. But I a in California and your location has a lot to do with which one is right for you.

[@moocadde1563]

On mobile

[@BelgicaPaola]

Same as I described but with your memo/voice app.

[@awongfilms1]

good stuff! thanks!!!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you! Let me know if you end up making your reel. 😁

[@radicaledwards3449]

If you and your boyfriend came out the closet at the same time did you at least stay friends?

[@BelgicaPaola]

For a second was like, huh? And then I realized that you're talking about me filming in the closet. Lol

[@HarrisTheHypnotist]

Thank you Belgica

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thank you for watching! 😊

[@-.Afton.-]

Can you teach me to be a voice actor

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Mike! I would love to show you the process of me learning. I do some voice acting but I have a lot to learn. Stay tuned! I will be making more voice over videos! 😁👍

[@-.Afton.-]

Thanks and I will

[@kittylaflamme5941]

Yes Thanks, I have extensive, training in..volce over and song , I dug your vid,. Don't forget ";when selling products, smile at the fruit.... Also Àudio ttapes are all that's needed and a good catchy.script...tnat is not clliché like an answering machine.....

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for sharing!

[@chanceva3464]

I also have got some charcthers voices

[@chanceva3464]

Here is a project I was in kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4vYkKtupKyWqJo

[@BelgicaPaola]

That's great!

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for sharing!

[@chanceva3464]

My name is chancellor and I was wondering if you had any tips for me I aduation on the behind the voice actors and casting call club am trying to make a voice over demo reel and upload on my KZbin channel

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi there, I would suggest making one on your own or ask around and see if anyone is looking to hire a VO actor for their short or commercial. Do you have a talent agent?

[@chanceva3464]

No still looking around for a tlanet agent do you got a suggestion for me off where I can find one

[@BelgicaPaola]

It depends on where you live. Do you live near or in a large city?

[@chanceva3464]

@@BelgicaPaola no I live in Greensboro NC

[@camsmith1349]

Hi I'm trying to get into voice acting. I was wondering if you could coach me

[@BelgicaPaola]

Hi Cam, I don't have much training myself but I would love to share more on VO and other great training resources!

[@camsmith1349]

@@BelgicaPaola yeah that would be great. Thank you

[@audiblewilcox9085]

didnt help at all.. you talked about your story and not about how you can do a voice over reel at all...you did say you needed to do voice over reel tho...and.. how.. ..... *crickets*

[@BelgicaPaola]

Thanks for your input, Merry Christmas 🎄🤗

[@audiblewilcox9085]

​@@BelgicaPaola I was looking more for how to make the website, did you just record and send? How did you store it..what programs? I mean yea anyone can record and send, how? what mics? just an expensive one? No one you recommend? "Thanks for my input"... im not a hater if thats what you're thinking.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I explained it in the video that this is for your very first one. 😊 That's why I used the linked mic but you can also use the memo app on your phone. I've only done a few professional jobs and this is how I was cast. By using the items I just mentioned. I would suggest looking at Laurie Burke's channel. She has been on the VO business for a very long time and loves to share how you can have a professional setup as well as provides lessons for around $150/hr if I recall correctly.

[@kikemendoza7880]

I'm not sure but ,if anyone else wants to learn about disney voice overs try Ailyahwan Easy Dominator (search on google ) ? Ive heard some incredible things about it and my mate got amazing results with it.

[@BelgicaPaola]

I would love to take a look! Thanks, I will check it out.

[@luisamedina1]

This Ailyahwan Easy bullshit is precisely what it is!!!! Just BS!!! Ir has NOTHING to do with Disney voice over my ass!!!!It’s basically a page from click bank!!!!! There are MANY people here on KZbin phishing people into their bogus bullshit!!!!

[@luisamedina1]

Kike Mendoza what you just posted is a scam!!!!!

[@cuteang1920]

too much talk..

[@BelgicaPaola]

🤔

[@moocadde1563]

How can I make demo first voice

[@BelgicaPaola]

Do you have a more specific question I can answer? That is what the video is all about. :) Would love to do a follow up video with additional questions.

[@moocadde1563]

Yes help me how to make demo voice on phone