The VO Journey blog

Voice over, explained by people who do it

101 articles on voice acting, audiobook narration, rates, gear and the business. Newest first.
Can I get away with using a USB Mic Instead of an XLR Mic For My Voice Over Business?
2 October 2020

Can I get away with using a USB Mic Instead of an XLR Mic For My Voice Over Business?

Yes, you can get away with using a USB microphone instead of an XLR microphone to record voiceovers, but until further advancement in technology, XLR...

Am I Ready To Be A Voiceover Artist - Why Not
24 August 2020

Am I Ready To Be A Voiceover Artist - Why Not

I get this question a lot: Am I Ready To Be A Voiceover Artist? And the answer is yes, sort of. You already have years of experience communicating....

Simple Email Marketing Strategy For Voice Actors - Don't Miss It
30 July 2020

Simple Email Marketing Strategy For Voice Actors - Don't Miss It

Email marketing has been a staple of every major business going back decades. Even though it is not as popular as it once was, email marketing is a...

5 Big Tips for Narrating Non-Fiction Audiobooks
23 July 2020

5 Big Tips for Narrating Non-Fiction Audiobooks

Five tips for narrating non-fiction audiobooks. Read the book first, sound like you're explaining it, pace your sessions and plan when you record.

Is Voiceover Being Taken Over By AI - Don't Let Them
13 July 2020

Is Voiceover Being Taken Over By AI - Don't Let Them

Voiceovers by AI or artificial intelligence is just another competitor. The way to beat any competitor is do it better in every single way.

Knowing SEO Is Your Key To Voiceover Success - Are You Putting In The Effort
6 July 2020

Knowing SEO Is Your Key To Voiceover Success - Are You Putting In The Effort

Understanding how SEO work and how to use it as a voiceover artist, is paramount to building a successful VO business.

Your Daily List Of Activities For Beginners in Voiceover - Follow These
30 June 2020

Your Daily List Of Activities For Beginners in Voiceover - Follow These

As a beginner, it can be tough to know what to do on a daily basis to get business in the voiceover world. So, I put together this daily activity...

Promote Your Voice Over Business Before You Have Anything to Promote - Don't Let It Stop You
29 June 2020

Promote Your Voice Over Business Before You Have Anything to Promote - Don't Let It Stop You

It can be difficult to promote your voiceover business without having anything to promote. That's why focusing on yourself and what is unique about...

23 June 2020

Which Tongue Twisters Should Voice Actors Use? 25 to Warm Up With

Voice actors use tongue twisters as a 5-minute warm-up. Here are 25, sorted by the sound each one trains, with a routine and the mistakes to skip.

The 4 Top Plugins every voice actor should have - These Work
17 June 2020

The 4 Top Plugins every voice actor should have - These Work

There are at least 4 top plugins that every voice actor should have in their toolbelt. This blog post lists those 4 plugins and what they do and how...

Dynamic Microphone vs Condenser Microphone Which one is right for you - You Choose
8 June 2020

Dynamic Microphone vs Condenser Microphone Which one is right for you - You Choose

Dynamic Microphone vs Condenser Microphone: Which one is right for you? This article is about helping you know the difference between the microphones...

5 Reasons You Should Warm up Before Your Voice Over - Don't Lose Your Voice
2 June 2020

5 Reasons You Should Warm up Before Your Voice Over - Don't Lose Your Voice

Warming up your voice is essential to working full-time as a voice-over artist. It not only help you sound better, but it preserves your voice...

Setting Up Your Voice Over Vocal Booth - We All Want One
1 June 2020

Setting Up Your Voice Over Vocal Booth - We All Want One

Putting together your vocal booth and setting it up can be a big challenge. This article is meant to help you navigate and learn about vocal booths.

Getting Voice Over Clients Basics 101 - Tips To Get Your Started
26 May 2020

Getting Voice Over Clients Basics 101 - Tips To Get Your Started

Getting voice over clients can be tough and sometimes we need to go back to basics. This article will help you with 3 ideas that you can follow to...

Top 10 Voice Over Websites For Voice Actors - These Are Essential
22 May 2020

Top 10 Voice Over Websites For Voice Actors - These Are Essential

These are the top 10 voice over websites for voice actors to make money in today's crazy environment.

Fiverr is an Important Piece to your Marketing Voice Over Puzzle - The Important Website
14 May 2020

Fiverr is an Important Piece to your Marketing Voice Over Puzzle - The Important Website

Your marketing strategy for voice over needs to include Fiverr now more than ever. The opportunity there is huge and you are missing out if you...

What Price Does Your Voice Over Brand Command - This Is Vital To Understand
12 May 2020

What Price Does Your Voice Over Brand Command - This Is Vital To Understand

Branding your voice over business in today's market is paramount to your success and also to your success with pricing.

How has COVID 19 changed the Voiceover landscape - It Really Has
7 May 2020

How has COVID 19 changed the Voiceover landscape - It Really Has

The voiceover industry has changed because of Covid-19 and knowing what is happening is your greatest weapon against these challenging times.

How to Pick the Right Voice Over Coach - Experience Is Important
5 May 2020

How to Pick the Right Voice Over Coach - Experience Is Important

Picking the right voice over coach can be a challenge, especially when you are just starting out. This article is all about helping you make the...

How to Get Started in Voice Over - These Will Help
1 May 2020

How to Get Started in Voice Over - These Will Help

It can be a big challenge trying to figure out how to get started in voice over. But in this blog post, we break it down for you in easy voice over...

3 Professional Voice Acting Tips - Don't Miss Them
28 April 2020

3 Professional Voice Acting Tips - Don't Miss Them

Every professional voice actor needs to hone their craft and what better way to do so than 3 voice acting tips from a professional voice actor.

23 April 2020

Voice Over Rates for Beginners: What to Charge in 2026

A beginner voice actor charges $75 to $100 per 100 words for a short script and $75 to $125 per finished hour for an audiobook. Here's how to quote...

Protect Your Voiceover Business From Failure - Tips To Help You Be Successful
20 April 2020

Protect Your Voiceover Business From Failure - Tips To Help You Be Successful

Here are 5 tips to ensure your voiceover business becomes productive & continues to GROW

17 February 2020

Voices.com vs Voice123: Which One Should You Join in 2026?

Voices.com is $499 a year and takes 20 percent of each job. Voice123 starts at $495 a year with no commission. Plans, fees and my honest take.