The VO Pro Blog

Ever been at an event and when someone asks what you do, you mutter, “I’m a voice actor,” and their eyes glaze over? most of us suck at explaining what we actually do and it’s costing us jobs, credibility, and the chance to truly own our niche.

In this post, I’m getting into why voice over training isn’t just about performance, but about learning to talk about your work in a way that actually gets you hired. We’ll dive into real talk on the most common traps voice actors fall into (yes, I’ve been there!), what strong voice actor branding really looks like, and most importantly, how messaging clarity directly leads to more gig offers and industry respect.

If you’re tired of being the best-kept secret in your network, this is the post you can’t skip.

Read More

If you’ve ever wondered what casting directors are really looking for, this conversation is for you.

Actor, director, coach, and Casting DNA creator Adria Tennor joins me to share the lessons she’s learned from decades in television, film, and coaching actors.

From booking roles on Mad Men and JAG to helping actors discover their authentic casting type, Adria explains why so many performers struggle to book consistently and what actually makes someone memorable in the audition room.

Read More

Too many voice actors are failing on LinkedIn and it’s not for the reasons you think.

If you’re “doing everything right”—posting reels, updating your profile, sending polite connection requests, yet still hearing crickets, you’re probably missing this key idea: LinkedIn isn’t a game of checklists or algorithms. It’s about real human relationships.

Stop treating LinkedIn like a gig vending machine for gigs and start using it as the world’s most powerful decision maker database, without the desperate energy that makes clients turn away.

Read More

Talent is not what’s keeping you broke as a voice actor.

In this brutally honest post, I’ll unpack why inconsistent marketing, unclear positioning, and hidden avoidance behaviors sabotage even the most skilled voice actors. Want to go full-time and actually make a living?

You can, but only if you’re willing to get uncomfortably real about how you run your voice over business. Ready to finally start winning gigs and earning what you deserve?

Read More

Audiobook narration has changed dramatically over the last few years, but according to audiobook narrator and entrepreneur Elise Arsenault, the opportunities are still very real for voice actors willing to approach the business strategically.

In this conversation, we discuss why audiobook publishers are still actively hiring human narrators, how AI is impacting the industry, and what separates successful audiobook auditions from the rest. Elise also shares how she built a thriving narration career while living outside of major markets like New York and Los Angeles, and why systems, consistency, and relationship-building matter more than ever.

We also get deep into one of my favorite topics: career strategy, and the dangerous mindset traps that keep many creatives stuck for years. If you’ve been curious about audiobook narration, or wondering whether it’s still worth pursuing in 2026, this conversation is packed with practical insight and honest perspective.

Read More

Caught in the voiceover “hustle trap”? You’re not alone.

Should you double down on those online casting sites, or is your future actually waiting in your own backyard with local clients?

In this post, I bust the myth that P2P sites are the only path to success and show how local voiceover work and direct client outreach might just offer you more bookings, less burnout, and a truly sustainable career.

Read More

You’ve heard the warnings: “AI will wipe out creative careers!” But AI isn’t out to replace you. It’s a tool, and for those willing to adapt, it’s the ultimate cheat code for transforming your part-time side gig into a thriving, scalable VO business. From automating client outreach to generating eye-catching content in minutes, today’s smart voice actors are using AI to win more work, get noticed, and carve out their own corner of the industry faster than ever before.

Wondering exactly how beginners are using AI right now to find clients, boost their marketing, and tame back-office chaos? Get ready for a revealing, step-by-step guide (with specific tool recommendations and a real look at day-to-day workflow) that could flip the switch on your career.

Ready to do voiceover differently? Click to discover how to start leveraging AI today.

Read More

Uncover the #1 blunder that separates the part-timers from the full-time VO pros, and learn how a simple shift in your daily outreach habits can transform your bookings, your client roster, and your income, starting now.

This is how real voice actors hit their stride by mastering the art and science of voiceover marketing and treating every connection like a stepping stone to the life you want.

Read More

Imagine this: You’re grinding out auditions on 123 and VDC, hungrily waiting for that one miraculous email notification that screams, “You booked it!” Yet, day after day, your inbox sits empty with zero opportunites.

Here’s the gut punch: beginner voice actors pour all their energy into public platforms and social media, while the pros quietly rake in business by mastering something far simpler and more powerful: email marketing.

Email is your real estate. Social media is just rented space.

Read More