How to Get Booked Consistently as a Voice Actor
How to Get Booked Consistently as a Voice Actor

Are you tired of hustling for every gig, wondering if you’ll ever break free from the part-time grind? Here’s the hard truth: talent alone won’t get you consistent bookings. Most voice actors are stuck winging it, hoping for the best, but never building a business that lasts. What separates the pros from the hopefuls? Three powerful levers: Visibility, Trust, and Systems. If you’re not pulling all three, you’re leaving money, and your dream career, on the table.

In this eye-opening post, I’ll reveal why most voice actors struggle to get noticed, why clients don’t come back, and why “just working harder” is a trap. You’ll learn how these three levers work together to create a sustainable, full-time voiceover business without burning out or selling your soul.

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Men in VO: It’s Time We Hold Each Other Accountable
Men in VO: It’s Time We Hold Each Other Accountable

The voiceover industry isn’t immune to the same issues that plague every creative field.

Recent incidents of harassment and inappropriate behavior have shaken our community, and it’s time for men in VO to step up.

This isn’t just about protecting our reputation; it’s about creating a safe, thriving space for everyone. In this post, I get into why so many victims stay silent, why men hesitate to call out bad behavior, and most importantly, how we can change the culture from the inside out.

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The Work for Hire Scam: Are You Losing Thousands?
The Work for Hire Scam: Are You Losing Thousands?

Don’t let confusion or industry jargon keep you from building a sustainable, thriving voice over career.

Discover the truth about buyouts, usage fees, and the real difference between a fair deal and a financial trap. If you’re ready to stop leaving money on the table and start negotiating like a pro, this is the must-read guide you’ve been waiting for.

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Stop GUESSING: Track These VO Business Numbers!
Stop GUESSING: Track These VO Business Numbers!

Are you still guessing your way through your voiceover business, hoping that more auditions and a shinier demo will finally tip the scales? Here’s the hard truth: talent alone won’t take you full-time. The real pros, the ones booking consistently and scaling their income, aren’t just better behind the mic. They’re ruthless about their numbers. In our latest post, we look at the business side of VO that most actors ignore (to their own peril).

Discover the essential metrics every voice actor should track, from audition-to-booking ratios to marketing ROI, and learn how to use these numbers to make smarter, more profitable decisions. We’ll walk you through real-world examples, actionable strategies, and the mindset shift that separates hobbyists from full-time pros. If you’re ready to stop winging it and start running your VO business like a CEO, this is the post you can’t afford to miss.

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The Secret to a High-Converting VO Demo Page
The Secret to a High-Converting VO Demo Page

Are you still relying on a generic website or social media profile to showcase your voiceover demo reel? That’s like handing out business cards with no phone number. If you want to go full-time in voice acting, your demo reel landing page needs to do more than just play your voice. It has to sell your voice.

Discover the step-by-step blueprint to create a high-converting, genre-specific demo reel landing page that speaks directly to your ideal clients, boosts your SEO, and turns visitors into paying customers. Learn how to understand your buyers, craft compelling copy, and optimize your page for maximum impact.

Stop leaving money on the table. Click through now to transform your voiceover business and finally make the leap from part-time to full-time success.

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Stand Out or Get LOST: The VO Branding Wake-Up
Stand Out or Get LOST: The VO Branding Wake-Up

If you’re a part-time voice actor dreaming of making the leap to full-time, here’s the truth: talent alone won’t get you there. In today’s industry, creating a powerful voiceover brand that converts clients is your secret weapon. This isn’t just about having a great demo reel or a nice voice; it’s about crafting a brand identity that speaks directly to your ideal clients, marketing yourself strategically, and mastering voiceover SEO to get found online.

In this comprehensive guide, you’ll discover how to build a voiceover brand that not only attracts attention but also converts leads into paying clients. From defining your unique brand identity to leveraging SEO and marketing tactics tailored specifically for voice actors, this post will walk you through every step to grow your voiceover business and finally make that full-time jump.

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Write LinkedIn Articles That ATTRACT Voiceover Clients
Write LinkedIn Articles That ATTRACT Voiceover Clients

If you think LinkedIn is just a place to post your resume or connect with old colleagues, think again. For voice actors, especially those juggling part-time gigs while dreaming of going full-time, LinkedIn articles are a weapon that can level-up your career. Imagine positioning yourself as a recognized voiceover expert, attracting high-quality clients without endless auditions.

In this post, we’ll get into how publishing insightful LinkedIn articles can transform your voiceover marketing strategy, boost your business growth, and generate leads that convert. Whether you’re struggling to stand out or ready to scale your VO side hustle, this post will show you how to leverage LinkedIn’s unique platform to build authority, trust, and a steady stream of work.

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Why Most Voice Actors FAIL at Networking & How You Can Win BIG
Why Most Voice Actors FAIL at Networking & How You Can Win BIG

Discover why traditional networking fails voice actors and learn proven strategies to connect authentically with peers, coaches, demo producers, and even potential clients at both voiceover industry events and related conferences.

From mastering the art of real conversations to leveraging social media for follow-up, this guide will equip you with the tools to grow your network and your career. Click through to learn how to network like a pro and take your voiceover career to the next level.

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This Simple Strategy Attracts VO Clients
This Simple Strategy Attracts VO Clients

Most voice actors treat their demo as the end of the conversation. But if you want real traction with clients, you need something that starts the relationship before they’re even ready to hire. That’s where a lead magnet comes in.

In this post, you’ll learn how to create a high-converting freebie that actually speaks to your clients’ needs, not your peers’. We’ll walk you through how to choose the right topic, package it fast, and use it to start building an email list filled with future buyers. If your inbox has been quiet lately, this might be the marketing move you didn’t know you were missing.

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AI Is Rewriting Search. Is Your VO Site Ready?
AI Is Rewriting Search. Is Your VO Site Ready?

SEO used to be simple. Pick a few keywords, integrate them into your homepage, write a blog post a few times a month, and boom! You could land on page one.

But that was before Google got smart. Before generative AI started answering questions for users without sending them to your site. Before "search" stopped being just about links, and started being about summaries.

Now the question isn't just "How do I rank?"

The real question is: Does SEO even matter anymore?

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Talent Manager vs. Talent Agent for Voice Acting: Read This BEFORE Signing Anything
Talent Manager vs. Talent Agent for Voice Acting: Read This BEFORE Signing Anything

This One Decision Could Shape Your VO Career

Getting repped can open doors, but it can also lead to confusion, frustration, or worse: a legal mess you never saw coming. In this post, we’re breaking down the real differences between talent agents and talent managers, the legal and business implications of working with each, and how to make the right decision for where you are in your voiceover career.

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Voiceover Client Referrals: The Step-by-Step Guide for VO Pros
Voiceover Client Referrals: The Step-by-Step Guide for VO Pros

You’ve just sent your latest cold-email blast—fifty prospects, all carefully researched, each message tweaked to perfection. A handful replied, you booked a couple of gigs, and you’re patting yourself on the back. Cold email works. No doubt about it. But a few weeks later, your inbox slows down again.

Sound familiar? Now imagine a different scenario.

You finish a project, and before you even sign off, your client says, “Paul, if you ever need more work, I’ll send people your way.” A week later, you get an email from a producer you’ve never met, saying, “John at Acme Productions recommended you for our e-learning series.”

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Get Organized! Systems and Tools EVERY Voice Actor Should Use
Get Organized! Systems and Tools EVERY Voice Actor Should Use

Struggling to stay organized in your voiceover business?

You’re not alone—and the solution isn’t more gear. It’s better systems.

In this post, I’ll walk you through the exact tools and workflows professional voice actors use to manage projects, track clients, quote confidently, and keep their VO business running like a machine. Whether you’re brand new or scaling fast, this is your behind-the-scenes look at how to stop the chaos and start operating like a pro.

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10 Marketing BLUNDERS Beginner Voice Actors Make
10 Marketing BLUNDERS Beginner Voice Actors Make

Are you a voice actor struggling to market yourself? You’re not alone—but you might be making a few rookie mistakes that are costing you clients, gigs, and momentum.

In this video, we’re breaking down the biggest marketing mistakes beginners make in voiceover—and how to avoid them like a pro. From bad outreach habits to relying too hard on your demo, we’re calling it all out.

Ready to book real work without relying on platforms?

Struggling with what to charge?

Grab VO Rates 101 here: https://training.vopro.pro/vorates101/

Whether you’re just starting out or finally ready to take your business seriously, this video will help you stop spinning your wheels and start marketing like a working voice actor.

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The REAL Reason Your Voiceover Business Isn’t Growing
The REAL Reason Your Voiceover Business Isn’t Growing

Struggling to get voiceover clients even though you’ve got the talent and the gear? You’re not alone—and it’s probably not your demo holding you back.

In this post, we break down the real marketing strategies voice actors need to start booking consistently.

We’ll cover what’s actually working in 2025, what most beginners get completely wrong, and how to stand out in a saturated market without relying on casting sites.

This is your intro to the systems we go even deeper into during The Rise of the Self-Made Voice Actor—our free, no-fluff webinar series designed to help you build a sustainable, client-driven VO business.

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The 6 Steps You're Missing and Why it's KILLING Your VO Business
The 6 Steps You're Missing and Why it's KILLING Your VO Business

Struggling to find voiceover clients? You’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this video, we break down how to find voiceover clients without relying on casting sites or burning yourself out.

Whether you’re brand new and looking for beginner voice acting clients or a seasoned talent trying to reboot your marketing, you’ll get real, actionable VO marketing tips that actually work.

Learn how to market your VO business

Discover what clients really want

Stop guessing — start booking

This is the real talk most voice actors never hear. We’ll cover everything from building a client list to writing cold emails that don’t suck. So if you’re ready to get serious about how to market VO, this video is your roadmap.

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This Is How You Beat AI as a Voice Actor
This Is How You Beat AI as a Voice Actor

AI voices are here—and they’re not THAT awful. So where does that leave you as a professional voice actor?

In this post, we break down exactly how to position yourself to beat AI voices and stay booked in an industry that’s changing fast. If you’ve felt the fear, the doubt, or that pit-in-your-stomach moment when you heard a robot that sounded “pretty good”… this is the video you need to watch.

👉 Discover what clients still crave that AI can’t replicate

👉 Learn how to stand out, not shrink back

👉 Stop marketing like it’s 2016 and start booking like a pro in 2025

This isn’t panic. It’s strategy.

Download The (Free) Voice Actor’s Guide to Positioning Against AI: https://welcome.vopro.pro/ai-positioning-guide

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The 4 Social Media Content Types That Actually Get BOOKINGS
The 4 Social Media Content Types That Actually Get BOOKINGS

Want to get booked more from social media — without going viral, dancing on TikTok, or posting random mic pics?

In this post, I’m breaking down the 4 content types that actually attract voiceover clients. These aren’t trends or fluff — they’re based on strategy that works in the real world.

If you’re serious about growing your VO business online, this is your playbook.

You’ll learn:

  • What to post (and what to stop posting)

  • How to build trust with content

  • The #1 shift that turns views into bookings

Whether you’re using Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, or YouTube, these VO social media tips will help you promote your voiceover business with confidence and clarity.

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