The Importance Of Having Acting Training As A Voice Over Artist

Lisa@speakproud.co.uk


Surely anyone can become a voice over artist, can’t they? After all, somebody gives you a script and all you’ve got to do is to sit down and read into a microphone. What’s so difficult about that? As long as you’ve got a good voice, of course, which lots of people do have.

 

Well, some people might think that is true, but in fact it is very far from the case. Voice acting is a skill that must be learned, and not everyone can do it. In fact, it would be fair to say that only a small number can do it with a high level of skill. For example, how many people are opera singers? In the overall scheme of things, not that many. And of those that are, there are even less of them who are well-known and at the top of their profession. And the same thing applies to voice over work in London.

 

Apart from being great with tech in 2024 to edit audio files, and run a voice over business successfully, a voice over actor needs to be able to speak in a variety of ways. For instance, a client may want their script spoken in a formal manner. Another may want the voice to come over as heartwarming and with a personal touch, as though it is one of two mothers having a chat outside school as they wait for their kids.

 

Yet another requirement may be for the voice over artist to sound threatening, or perhaps more like a comedian telling a risqué joke. So, a voice over artist has to be able to adapt to many different scripts depending upon the needs of the client.

 

 

A Voice Over Artist Is An Actor

 

In other words, a voice over artist is the same as an actor performing in a play, and that is why acting training is a crucial part of learning how to be one. The actor must make the listener feel the way the client meant them to when writing the words.

 

In a voice over, the client will often want the listener to take an action. This may be to buy a product, join a political party, be aware of street riots in their area and steer clear for their own safety, or any one of almost endless other possibilities. The voice often needs to be persuasive.

 

So, as you can see, a voice over artist is actually an actor. The only difference is that you never see one while carrying out his or her performance. This is why acting training is essential in order to be the best of the best when producing voice overs.


Get in touch

 

Feel free to reach out if you're working on any projects, whether it's a commercial, an explainer video, or anything in between.

With my London voiceover style, I aim to bring a sense of everyday authenticity to every project.


If you're interested, I'm more than happy to provide a free sample of your script.


Hearing my voice first hand can help you determine if it aligns with your brand and vision.


Don't hesitate to get in touch—I'm always excited to collaborate with new clients and explore how my voice can enhance your project.

 

 



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