"You're limited only by your imagination." I will take this as my motto. Thanks for this very helpful video. I feel like I'm late to the VO party but I'm just getting started.
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
It’s never too late to dive into the VO world - good luck with your exciting new passion!
@kentlofgren3 жыл бұрын
Tossing in a section with one's unaltered voice, that both unorthodox and clever. Thanks for sharing!
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Glad the video was helpful Kent.
@LauraLovesNY Жыл бұрын
Ha! I just did this for my animation VO demo! My "real" voice is in there. :)
@CaraHillVoiceoverArtist Жыл бұрын
Never thought to just use my own voice as one option in a character reel. Great idea!😃
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
It’s the best asset you have!
@Spoot401Ай бұрын
On spontaneous, spurr-of-the-moment prompts, it's important to avoid going with the first thing that jumps to mind. That's what lands most people in thinking/sounding the same. Creativity is stepping back and going, "Hold on a minute, I can play with this." Then, from there, you can improvise and go where it takes you.
@GaryTerzzaАй бұрын
Wise words indeed 🙏
@brianstewart6053 жыл бұрын
Gary, I would say that I have learned from your videos, without a doubt- so, thank you. But, sometimes, I feel, youTubers, like yourself, who give out masses of advice to people - often very good advice, are existing in a different bubble. They started sometime ago - the market has changed - the world has changed - mainly through Covid. Quite often, people don't give you a script - they just say' Looking for voice actors'...so, it really is a shot in the dark. And, although I would agree with you that you need to stand out - there are many occasions where people just say ' Yeah - just do it like this - you know, a typical witch ' can you give me a cackle'. You can't win.
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Good points Brian - you are quite right, a witch may require a typical cackle, but (and I generalise) these tend to be low budget or even freebie jobs. The key is to keep an open mind, be nimble and always be prepared to give the client what they want.
@NiRo_90125 Жыл бұрын
I'm not even a voice actor, but what I often tell others regarding accents is to listen to native speakers of said language speaking English. Listen to interviews of artist or actors who don't speak English as their first language. For example, I learned to do a less stereotypical and more subtle French accent by listening to interviews of Jean-Michel Jarre.
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
Great advice… and I love the music of Jean-Michel Jarre; Fishing Junks At Sunset is sublime.
@LauraLovesNY Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Gary. Super helpful stuff! I love when I'm working on a character - doing all the acting work of backstory, motivation, who-what-where-why - and a voice just bubbles up out of me! So much fun!
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
It sounds like you are dedicated to your craft Laura and I wish you every success.
@LauraLovesNY Жыл бұрын
@@GaryTerzza thank you so much! Thanks for sharing your sage advice.
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
@@LauraLovesNY My pleasure!
@colinwattsvoiceovers2462 жыл бұрын
Great advice as always, Gary! I used my own voice for a central character of an audiobook recently, and the author said 'who did you base the voice on? it sounds good!'........
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
Ah that just goes to show our own voices are more ‘lived in’ and genuine than ones we create. Interesting story Colin, thank you for sharing.
@ryusoulger91272 жыл бұрын
This just makes me feel more comfortable with the voice I have and what I try to do. I do want to practice being a VA but my voices have always just...made me afraid to see if I fit anybody but I do think I have the imagination to do it.
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
You make a very good point about using your imagination - it is invaluable in voice acting.
@ryusoulger91272 жыл бұрын
@@GaryTerzza My imagination runs wild even at my current age, had it since I was a kid. I'm just more confident in hearing to just be myself rather than to try and force myself to voice in a way that I don't need to. This whole video gave me much more insight and I feel like I learned a lot.
@ChimeraLotietheBunny2 жыл бұрын
this is so good!!!...As an aspiring VA since childhood..Glad to keep this in mind also..I have a avery STORNG imagination and I'm glad o atleast have a bit of guidance or knowledge on this
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
There’s no substitute for a good imagination… it will be one of your best assets.
@AmadoWildlifeVideos3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm a newbie with an Attenborough accent but he's got the market covered. Nice match of mic puff with practical in background. Merry Christmas!
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
You will be amazed at the number of voice over clients looking for David Attenborough soundalikes!
@AmadoWildlifeVideos3 жыл бұрын
@@GaryTerzza Have messaged you on your site.
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan - I have replied.
@mysteryman1234567a3 жыл бұрын
This is an amazing video! Thank you so much for the tips
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 😇
@FindingTom3 жыл бұрын
Hey Gary!! Love this video and your channel. Would love to interview you for a project of mine. Is it okay if I send you an email?
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Hey Tom - yes of course, please do. Thanks for the comment,
@CmdrTyrael2 жыл бұрын
I spent a long time trying to someone else. Once I started to be myself. I found MY niche
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
I am pleased you found both your niche and your voice.
@CmdrTyrael2 жыл бұрын
@@GaryTerzza your videos helped me greatly in that. So thank you!
@Hellfreezer2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your advice.
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure.
@greenjuicegirly Жыл бұрын
Love these videos
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
I hope they prove useful in helping you get voice over work.
@BromoProductions Жыл бұрын
very very helpful. Thank you
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
I am pleased you found the video useful and thanks 🙏 for the comment.
@averynb1218 Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the tips! I have been acting for years, but just putting together my VO reel now. Do you use an intro for the character reel?
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
You are welcome. I would avoid an intro - this is called ‘slating’ in the biz and my recommendation is you dive straight in rather than saying who you are and what you’re doing… the listener can find that out for themselves if they like what they hear.
@marysaraha15805 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@GaryTerzza5 ай бұрын
Many thanks 🙏 It is much appreciated!
@Gacha-gr9jo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I wanted start my voice reels soon at another channel so I need tips. This helped a lot, Thank you so much! Great video😊😊
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help - and here is some advice on planning your showreel kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWbanatrip6Nfqc
@nickygello91052 жыл бұрын
thank you sir
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
I am glad to be of service. Thank you for taking time to write your comment, I really do appreciate it 🙏
@gabrielmichael37012 жыл бұрын
Hello! I am just now finding your channel. My sister and I have recently got into voiceover, I was wondering if you offered classes.
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I offer voice over classes online, or in person in the studio. Please fill in the form to find out more vomasterclass.wufoo.com/forms/z10fpjuc0nro8a7/
@sickjash3 жыл бұрын
Great video Gary! Can you do a video with the equipment you use. Does that mic have.a built in pop filter?
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ash. The mic I am using is a TBone XLR condenser and if I was doing a voice over recording - as opposed to video - then it would need a pop shield.
@painkillerjones62322 жыл бұрын
Yea, you're about my age... Are we actually still using the term "Reel" as the tangible product's end result, in this "digital" world??? (I actually have a couple of old reels, but no reel-to-reel machine, but the tape's probably too old and brittle to chance it to begin with).
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
A voicereel, showreel or just reel (the terms are used interchangeably) has its roots in the physical spools of tape from our day, but you are right it is all digital formats nowadays eg Wav or MP3. I explain the difference between the two in this video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWSviaJ7abNobtk
@-joltrast3 жыл бұрын
Great tips again, Gary!
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@JosephHenryLuckinbill3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Glad to be of service.
@devdeepa72 жыл бұрын
Very informative video with great tips. I’m currently taking acting classes to pursue voice acting one day. I want to create my own voice demo but afraid of copying other people’s work. Any tips on how to come up with lines?
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. When you are creating a VoiceOver showreel, it is your unique voice and performance that matter the most. The words, to a large extent, - are insignificant - if you think about it, when you come to do an audition everyone will be using the same script anyway! If you would like more information about my one-to-one VoiceOver coaching, please fill in the form vomasterclass.wufoo.com/forms/z10fpjuc0nro8a7/
@oliverfischer69672 жыл бұрын
This is a helpful video. Thank you Gary. I've subbed. I'm looking to break into the voice over industry. If you have time after the hundreds of other requests you receive, I'd love some feedback on my demo reels. Stay well.
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for subscribing Oliver. I am happy to listen to your reels. Please fill in the form so I can get your contact details vomasterclass.wufoo.com/forms/z10fpjuc0nro8a7/
@ImS1eezyYT2 жыл бұрын
What is a voice reel
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
‘Voicereel’ is an alternative (and more accurate) name for a voice over showreel - a collection of short voice samples. In this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWbanatrip6Nfqc we discuss how to plan a reel.
@kumudmishra842 жыл бұрын
Mujhe bhi voice over ke baare me janan hai
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
Apologies, I do not speak this language. I am happy to answer questions in English about voice overs - just enter your query in the comments section and I will do my best to provide advice.
@valeriazunzunvoices Жыл бұрын
I love and agree with all these advices! (And as a casting director, I profoundly dislike fake accents - people who know me know that :)...). Be yourself with no limit to your imagination, yes xo! Subscribed :)
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
Well said - authenticity is essential in voice overs.
@andrewforbes59232 жыл бұрын
I clicked on this video not expecting to get much out of it. I was wrong. I have already decided to change up my reel based on these pieces of advice.
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
That’s great - good luck with your new voicereel.
@Jesoysauce Жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this, hopefully I can put this info towards my next voice reel!
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
Good luck producing your new reel👍
@kingbabynate12312 жыл бұрын
👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽
@GaryTerzza2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the thumbs up 👍
@mrjoes Жыл бұрын
Very helpful thanks a lot!
@GaryTerzza Жыл бұрын
You are welcome Mr Joes.
@laurencet28413 жыл бұрын
Helpful advice for the start of a new year!
@GaryTerzza3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Laurence. Good luck with your voice overs in 2021.