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Jypsie
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Tampa, Florida
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As a freshman in high school who in the future wants to voice at what do you think I should start doing now to develop my voice acting skills for in the future when I'm able to voice act
I like to watch animated series such as anime and cartoons so I'm very interested in voice acting in one of my favorite animes that was not having English voiceover yet
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Dan Pinto
Actor
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New York, New York
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Dan’s Answer
If you're in high school and aspiring to become a voice actor, there are several steps you can take to start preparing:
1. Develop your voice: Focus on enhancing your vocal skills by practicing voice exercises, working on pronunciation, clarity, and range. Consider joining a choir or taking singing lessons to improve your voice control and projection.
2. Build a diverse range of voices: Experiment with different accents, tones, and characterizations. Practice mimicking voices from movies, cartoons, and video games to expand your repertoire. Transcribe your favorite shows and pick the parts you think you can do and mimic those, tape yourself
3. Take acting classes: Developing your acting abilities is crucial for voice acting. Enroll in acting classes or join a drama club to learn various acting techniques, improve your emotive range, and enhance your ability to bring characters to life.
4. Practice reading aloud: Read books, scripts, or articles aloud to improve your vocal delivery and pacing. Pay attention to character voices, inflection, and capturing the essence of the text.
5. Record and listen to your voice: Invest in a good-quality microphone or use a smartphone app to record your voice. Listen to your recordings critically, identify areas for improvement, and make adjustments accordingly. If you write produce your own material.
6. Learn about the industry: Research the voice acting industry, familiarize yourself with successful voice actors, and study their techniques. Stay updated on current trends and follow voice acting communities online.
7. Create a demo reel: Once you feel confident in your abilities, compile a demo reel showcasing your range and talent. Include samples of different character voices, accents, and genres to demonstrate your versatility.
8. Seek opportunities: Look for local theater productions, radio dramas, or community events that may require voice talent. Offer your services for free or low cost initially to gain experience and build a portfolio.
9. Network: Attend voice acting conventions, workshops, or events where you can meet industry professionals and fellow voice actors. Establish connections and seek guidance from those with experience in the field.
Remember, becoming a voice actor requires dedication, practice, and persistence. Keep honing your skills, stay passionate, and be open to learning from both successes and setbacks along the way.
1. Develop your voice: Focus on enhancing your vocal skills by practicing voice exercises, working on pronunciation, clarity, and range. Consider joining a choir or taking singing lessons to improve your voice control and projection.
2. Build a diverse range of voices: Experiment with different accents, tones, and characterizations. Practice mimicking voices from movies, cartoons, and video games to expand your repertoire. Transcribe your favorite shows and pick the parts you think you can do and mimic those, tape yourself
3. Take acting classes: Developing your acting abilities is crucial for voice acting. Enroll in acting classes or join a drama club to learn various acting techniques, improve your emotive range, and enhance your ability to bring characters to life.
4. Practice reading aloud: Read books, scripts, or articles aloud to improve your vocal delivery and pacing. Pay attention to character voices, inflection, and capturing the essence of the text.
5. Record and listen to your voice: Invest in a good-quality microphone or use a smartphone app to record your voice. Listen to your recordings critically, identify areas for improvement, and make adjustments accordingly. If you write produce your own material.
6. Learn about the industry: Research the voice acting industry, familiarize yourself with successful voice actors, and study their techniques. Stay updated on current trends and follow voice acting communities online.
7. Create a demo reel: Once you feel confident in your abilities, compile a demo reel showcasing your range and talent. Include samples of different character voices, accents, and genres to demonstrate your versatility.
8. Seek opportunities: Look for local theater productions, radio dramas, or community events that may require voice talent. Offer your services for free or low cost initially to gain experience and build a portfolio.
9. Network: Attend voice acting conventions, workshops, or events where you can meet industry professionals and fellow voice actors. Establish connections and seek guidance from those with experience in the field.
Remember, becoming a voice actor requires dedication, practice, and persistence. Keep honing your skills, stay passionate, and be open to learning from both successes and setbacks along the way.
Thank you so much, Dan!
Jypsie
Mike Breault
Game Design, Teacher of Game Design
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Kirkwood, Missouri
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Mike’s Answer
I second the suggestion to get involved in theater. I did narrative design and game design in the game industry for 30+ years and I worked with a lot of voice actors. Many of them hated doing the yells/screams that we needed them to do, complaining it ruined their voices for the next day or two. But the few who were trained in theater scoffed at that, saying those people needed the voice/projection training that theater work gives to actors.
Eternal Love (SESAC) aka LoveExcelsAll
Music Producer
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Florence, South Carolina
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Finding a voice coach would be key. Generally speaking voice coaches focus on singing; however, you will use the same musculature, and techniques for VO (voiceover) work in the studio. You also will learn how to care for your instrument (voice) because the last thing you want is for someone to like your sound, but because of improper use over the years you have destroyed the quality of your voice.
There are plenty of free videos that will teach you some basic breathing exercises, and techniques on youtube, but I strongly advise contacting, and speaking with a coach so they might lead you in the right direction according to your specific goals.
Hope this helps!
All of my best,
There are plenty of free videos that will teach you some basic breathing exercises, and techniques on youtube, but I strongly advise contacting, and speaking with a coach so they might lead you in the right direction according to your specific goals.
Hope this helps!
All of my best,
Thanks for the tips but don't you have to pay voice coach's to help you
Jypsie