Coaching and Classes FAQ

It depends. Most agents prefer referrals from someone they know and trust in the industry. I’m trustworthy, but don’t know everybody. A talent rep is also going to want to know what work you’ve been hired for recently too. Some DO offer trial runs and toss you auditions to see how well you fare though…so it would really depend on the individual circumstances when it comes to referrals.

There are many avenues. When building your voice acting business it will actually necessitate you becoming your OWN agent.  With little or no previous work on your resume it will be a difficult row to hoe when convincing agents that you’re marketable…thus it’s likely they’ll take a pass on your offerings.  To become your own agent will require diligence in self-marketing. Today self-marketing involves a multi-pronged approach that combines a strong online presence, active networking, and persistent, strategic outreach.  Let’s talk.

There’s no requirement to join SAG/AFTRA for doing non-union work. We can discuss the positives and alternatives.

Patience is the key. Some recommend spending an hour a day for the first month, then ramping up as you gain more experience and confidence. There are many programs and services to make your life easier we can discuss.

While there have been improvements in the quality of some USB microphones, many still lack the signal to noise ratio that you’ll find in quality  cardioid microphones.  The difference may be indiscernible to you, but in terms of value, you get more for your money by buying the proper equipment, instead of opting for convenience. USB microphones will usually have more latency than a “real” microphone plugged into a good interface.

A microphone with shock mount attached to a stand, an audio interface (if using a mic requiring XLR cables), and quality pair of close backed headphones (to prevent noise leakage), and a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) to edit your recordings.
I can guide you with specific brands and where to purchase them.

You can, and many do… but you don’t necessarily NEED to record from your closet.  Ideally you’ll want to work in an acousticaly treated environment with sufficient ventilation so that you’re comfortable to perform and able to gesticulate freely.  Depending on the size of your closet, they often provide a great space to record from.  If you still plan to use the closet to for it’s original purpose of hanging your clothes, that’s a plus for sound deadening, but if you move things around to much you run the risk of altering your room acoustics.  A minor thing to consider, but still something to think about.  Many voice talent convert their closet spaces for the specific purpose of creating a vocal booth and leave things in place once all their gear is installed.  I can help determine which would suit you best with pictures of your recording space and listening to audio samples you provide.

By 2025, most professional clients expect voice talent to have studio connectivity like Source-Connect Standard. While some smaller jobs may still use Zoom or phone direction, Source-Connect has become the industry standard for real-time, broadcast-quality sessions.

If you’re still training or just starting out, you don’t need to subscribe right away—but it’s smart to download the free 15-day trial and get familiar with the software. When a client asks if you’re “Source-Connect ready,” you’ll be able to say yes with confidence.

Learn more or start your trial here:
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While there’s not much you can do to eliminate the sound emanating from jets flying overhead, lawn mowers, basketballs, dogs and car alarms going off…there are methods you can take to work around the neighbors life style.