How To Become A Voice Actor For Audible

Voice acting is an exciting and varied career.

How to become a voice actor for audible. Audiobook narration requires different skills than commercial voiceover or theatre acting though either or both disciplines are very helpful toward becoming a successful narrator. My first diplomatic answer to my caller is. How to get started as an audible narrator through acx 1. Set up your digital audio workstation daw if you already have a moderately good computer laptop or desktop.

Choose the books you want to audition for. Establish a profile on axc acx is the online interface between audio book narrators and book rights holders. If interested in receiving a sample of testimonial ads or having me record something for you i can send this as well. In seven years of blogging only to the community of voice actors specifically on the subject of voice acting i ve educated myself and others on the challenges of being a freelance voice artist.

Keppeler s top tip for anyone getting into voice over work is to invest in a good microphone and headphones. Make a recording of your voice. Does a visitor need to complete the audible 30 day free trial before i get paid. Peter dickson the voice of the x factor bgt introduces this 2019 step by step guide on how to become a voice actor.

How to become an audiobook narrator practice reading out loud but make it sound as if you are not reading. I m very interested in becoming an audible actor because i believe it s something i would be very good at doing. Thanks for your comment. Learn to breathe from your diaphragm instead of your chest.

From there you ll be able to fill out your profile with your vocal qualities take a look through our board of voice over job postings and upload your demo for casting directors to listen to. You can make money using your voice travel and be part of a growing industry. Take acting lessons or voice lessons. Choose how you d like to get paid for your narration work.

Sounds great but do you have what it takes. As audiobooks increase in popularity keppeler is seeing more audiobook work appear on upwork. Try small parts acting in skits while staying in character. If you d like to become a voice actor the best place to begin is by signing up for a voices talent profile.

A great way to start developing these skills is to record for the blind either locally or through learning ally and or volunteer for librivox. Through acx you can find an unlimited number of potential acting gigs and the audiobooks you produce will be available on audible amazon and itunes. Being a success in voice acting requires more than just a voice.