Thanks for the honest description of the business. I have done theater and I can speak in front of people, sometimes with altered voices. I have 'no' idea about sound boards or any audio setups. I am semi-retired and so not looking for a full time career but a supplemental income that might be fun. So, I am rethinking the plan - for now.
@estradaj7773 жыл бұрын
Appreciate how sincere you are , because most people don't realize you rarely would be able to make a living till you find your thing . You really open our mind to different jobs or options.
@kate32643 жыл бұрын
Why do I keep coming back to this video and watching it once a week? Great job its an amazing video and the advice is top!
@DanielleBaylor3 жыл бұрын
Haha, yea. I love the idea of voice acting. I do an incredibly evil villain, witch cackle.... But the idea of being on front of people is terrifying which is what attracts me to voice acting... Behind the mic. Unseen lol
@catstickler2 жыл бұрын
I'm an introvert, so what helps me when recording is thinking about the one person I'm talking to. Instead of thinking about hundreds of people listening (which will make me nervous), I think of one person (like an avatar). This little shift helped me so much and helps me talk more conversational rather than speaking to a crowd. After all, the listener is only one person, anyway.
@azavoiceamazighfdoux Жыл бұрын
So awesome trick 😊
@lytnin883 жыл бұрын
Your advice about getting comfortable speaking in front of an audience makes sense. Never thought of that before. I'm joining Toastmasters.
@joekennedythewriter4 жыл бұрын
I'm just starting out and I thought Tim's advice was spot on.
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 жыл бұрын
I hope it helps you out.
@salagri20192 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy 98crgtgchccc
@John-qp1og4 ай бұрын
Great to meet you (virtually) Timmy.
@Matt_White_VO10 ай бұрын
My job is to stand in front of crowds of people and give seminars, but when it comes to playing a character its a whole different and uncomfortable ballgame. Definitely improv is a skill to have
@immortalfruits3112 жыл бұрын
Creating your own KZfaq channel is a brilliant idea for this. I never thought of that. Thank you!!
@stevelondoner985 Жыл бұрын
Excellent stuff, Timmy !! 😊 I've watched so many videos on KZfaq over the past couple of months, and still hundreds more to come.. editing, production, mastering, mixing.. but I'm pretty much looking forward to it all. I've seen many varied 'coaches', some bad, but many good - like Bill DeWees, Voiceover Masterclass, Gravy For The Brain, Voice123, et al.. and some cracking individuals, like yourself.. down to earth, tell it like it is.. as this is what all rookies like me need. Anyhoo, time is future monies, 😂.. so I'll be seeing your other vids, and others' others... and others! 😮😂 Keep up the solid work. 😊 Steve. London.
@rey4rmct6682 ай бұрын
This information was very helpful in understanding what to expect entering this industry. Thank you !!!
@jhh2433 жыл бұрын
Very good advice Funny guy! I am just starting out. I purchased the mic and initial setup equipment and I'm watching at least 2 hours of videos each day. I get my good headphones in a few days and I'll start narrating kids books and editing the audio etc...
@salliemorrill26712 жыл бұрын
Excellent vid. Thank you for taking the time to make this video. Very helpful.
@insaneconqueror5421 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the advice. Just bought a mic and pop filter.
@CuratrixBriar3 жыл бұрын
Really glad I found this video, your advice is very helpful. Especially appreciate hearing some guidance for finding coaching and getting demos recorded. I've been interested in voice over for quite some time and got my voice assessed in a class from someone representing a studio business, I was initially skeptical of the feedback since ultimately he intended to sell a really expensive package including coaching, studio recording and demo production. Definitely not within my budget, nor is a home studio at the moment but not everyone that was assessed got positive feedback so I thought maybe theres actually some potential here. As someone starting from ground zero, I've had some difficulty finding out how to get into it without investing a lot financially and had been somewhat lead to believe that was the only way, so someone sharing how to get started from square one is very reassuring, thank you :)
@kagwiblessed61322 ай бұрын
Perfect words my mind and ears was yearning 😎
@chandragore6483 жыл бұрын
This was awesome info. Thank you!
@markhevly49193 жыл бұрын
Nice presentation, voice work is something I've considered over the years Now am taking a closer look, I for one really appreciate your honesty about the required diligence, and what not. It reminded me of my commercial fishing days and how I talked almost everyone out of trying it. That is to say by time I explained what it entails they would rethink it. Anyhow this again Mark.
@thinbluelaneproductions37982 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video. Lots of great information! Thank you for this.
@moniquetorres29102 жыл бұрын
Thank You For Sharing This Video With US ALL.
@g0d5m15t4k32 жыл бұрын
I'm coming from a weird angle on this: I am very comfortable and confident in front of a live audience. But have little experience with recording. Both setup and technical editing. Hell, even just reading from a script. I am interested because I want to be the change I wish to see in the world: husky semi-androgynous lady voice. Thanks for the tips! Hah, and you of course sound great.
@midwesttvfilmtheater14924 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video!
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure. Hope it helps.
@e.m.tanner179 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful and honest video. I wish I could get into local theater or improv, but there's just not much of that around me. I tired looking for acting classes, but there are none around either. Frustrating!
@dquinnster475 жыл бұрын
Best advice I've seen yet! Thanks!
@myfitfundiary Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing!!!
@calloway21172 жыл бұрын
Your real. And im a noob. Respect. just started saving for the get into voice overs journey. Question, while im working and saving, is there any practice i can do? Sights are on video games and narration. maybe corporate stuff. Like Michael Jordan. Just want practice...AND to go by your list.
@blainefiasco82254 жыл бұрын
The part about shy people free sing up even when recording is telling.
@blainefiasco82253 жыл бұрын
@Go Guerilla Foto idk either. Typos
@GreyAcumen Жыл бұрын
I'll raise a point you missed here, which should actually come right after getting that microphone: Listen to recordings of yourself and every voice you do until it sounds the way you expect it to sound, so that it no longer makes you cringe to listen to, and so that you can know where you need to pitch to compensate for the difference between what you're hearing in your head and what you're hearing externally via your ears. I'm frankly still stuck on this part, which is why I've put Voice Acting on the backburners as far as careers go. This might be more important if you're trying to mimic existing voices, but the most important thing is being able to match up to old voices that you haven't done for a while.
@FunnyGuyTimmy Жыл бұрын
Well, though this wasn’t a “point that was missed” I will still try and respond to this in a video. This is an important topic, it’s just not something that the general majority face as an issue. That’s why it wasn’t included. I tried to focus on only things that would best help everyone and try and streamline the video that way. But I can address this later down the line. Short answer, you should hate your voice. Nor should you try and change it per-say. You need to instead capitalize on your already unique characteristics and find where your natural sound would fit in the industry instead of trying to make your voice fit areas where it may not best be suited. I say, don’t worry about this too much. As you record your voice will change naturally and you will get used to it if that’s a problem. No need to set aside time and strategies to try and force something that may not happen before even dipping a toe into voice acting. Hope that helps. Take care.
@isaiahwalking Жыл бұрын
Hmm that's some good advice.
@MiauxCatterie4 жыл бұрын
thanks for this, really good info here.
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it.
@aheartolove3 жыл бұрын
👏🏾 👏🏾 👏🏾
@crows_cloud6713 жыл бұрын
Could you maybe do a video on daily exercises on how to improve your voice for voice acting for beginners , for CGI , anime , cartoons ex..
@FunnyGuyTimmy3 жыл бұрын
Personally I feel a lot of exercises and the idea of them are over rated. The best way of going about this is actually to do auditions. If you feel you aren't ready to audition yet because of your voice and needing to get better than you have nothing to fear about doing them anyway. Go yo CastingCall.Club and do as many auditions as possible. Then take those audition files and review them. Think about what you could have done better. But don't beat yourself up over it. The more you do and the more you push yourself the better you will get and the easier it will all be. I sometimes sing in the studio as I am looking over emails or communicating with clients but it's not something that will greatly effect my performance. Don't worry too much about vocal warm ups. They are minor in comparison to auditioning, practice, and improving your studio quality.
@crows_cloud6713 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy This helps so much and thank you for the advice, I'll definitely remember this
@ClintChocolateChip2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed the video and found it concise and informative. Thank you, FunnyGuyTimmy! I am completely new to the world of voice over and have yet to even get started with it by buying a proper mic and set-up, but I have a question. Being comfortable in front of an audience has never been a problem for me, as I very much enjoy acting and performing in theatre. I have a pretty broad vocal range when it comes to speaking, so I was curious: when I AM finally ready to begin auditioning for voice over work, is there anything wrong with/would it be inadvisable to apply to a multitude of varying work since I have a wide range of voices, or would you suggest to stick to one "type" or "style" of VO and then branch out as I gain experience? The thing is, I am interested in doing all kinds of VO work and wanting to delve deep into this! Any advice would be immensely appreciated. Thank you again and have a wonderful day!
@cornelmaris3351 Жыл бұрын
Do you have a video that show "WHAT you need to do and have to do voice over . The technical stuff , what kind of Mic, how to edit , what to edit ? , how to submit , how to record . I am computer wise at a 1990 level . . I need some serious help
@FunnyGuyTimmy Жыл бұрын
“A video”? Bruh! I gotz a full GD playlist! Lol kzfaq.info/sun/PLq2h8h4Cr5wx4e67NZzR0RbgFNsfh_Qqn
@NinjaPenguin11082 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! One question though: what kind of websites can I audition on? Do you have any specific recommendations?
@FunnyGuyTimmy2 жыл бұрын
Recomendations for what in particular?
@NinjaPenguin11082 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy websites where I can get jobs, or just how to get jobs in general
@MarshallThomas3 жыл бұрын
When you said "Get on stage", i got that down, i'm in a homeshcool group and i'm in a productions class :)
@elguapo42 Жыл бұрын
Good stuff
@necrobrux84444 жыл бұрын
If Someone likes your audition what happens after that (obviously they take you on but I’m wondering the exact stuff that goes on so it’s not a surprise
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 жыл бұрын
Necro Brux well unfortunately just because they like your audition doesn’t mean you got the role. This is just a sad side of the process. Sometimes they may like something about your audition but you may not fit the role. They may keep you in mind for future project though. I have hosted auditions and didn’t hire them for that role but sent them a private notice later for other roles I was looking to fill.
@necrobrux84444 жыл бұрын
FunnyGuyTimmy thanks this helps alot
@colossuse85758 ай бұрын
Hey Timmy! What made your early demos so piss poor? Can you elaborate on that? Like what was missing or what were they lacking?
@FunnyGuyTimmy8 ай бұрын
I knew nothing about good writing at the time, nothing about compression or EQing, and nothing about music and sound effects mixing.
@LukAlt3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video, really good information! I have a question: is it possible to become an English voice actor if you’re not native? I want to start with voice acting but don’t know how to get rid of my accent and speak like a native. Is it even possible?
@FunnyGuyTimmy3 жыл бұрын
As long as you are fluent don't try to hide the accent. There are tons of opportunities for people with authentic accents in the English language. As long as people can understand clearly what you are saying it's not an issue.
@LukAlt3 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy Thanks. I’ll try it.
@jackedkerouac44142 жыл бұрын
It's very possible. I'm sure in your native country there's tons of work for VO done in English but with a local accent. Think of public transportation announcements, tv adverts with products that have English names and slogans etc etc
@VO_JayRedding2 жыл бұрын
I should audition for male middle age VO jobs. I'm guessing I wouldn't get hired for tampon commercials lol
@uglysonic87779 ай бұрын
Only men that would be hired for those would be Sam Elliot and Morgan Freeman ... " Insert the Tampon and let the string dangle freely. Do not leave it in for 8 hours, otherwise you may die. You've been warned. "
@vashviper93462 жыл бұрын
I've got a pretty deep voice and would love to get started on trying out some voice overs but where would I go to find a place to audition? Any links to a good site I could check out?
@kupokuporay2 жыл бұрын
Casting Call Club. I'd say that this is best training ground before you make a name for yourself you can audition for anything on the site, just be mindful to sift through the projects that appear to find the ones worth your time and effort.
@chanceva34644 жыл бұрын
How do i find a anget and what website do u recommend for voice acting
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 жыл бұрын
CHANCE VA this playlist has most of the answers you are looking for as far as voice over. kzfaq.info/sun/PLq2h8h4Cr5wx4e67NZzR0RbgFNsfh_Qqn
@wallheard4429 Жыл бұрын
should I take an audio engineering class?
@FunnyGuyTimmy Жыл бұрын
It would help as long as the class is with someone reputable.
@wallheard4429 Жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy is it tough being both endineer and talent?
@phromprong20683 жыл бұрын
I've watched a few videos and some have said don't do a demo. They just do the auditions. Some successful VAs have never even made a demo.
@FunnyGuyTimmy3 жыл бұрын
Who? Do you have the links?
@tytdestruction78952 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to be a voice over talent/actor when I'm older, but I can't really do any unique voices without it sounding stupid. My voice is average(male), though I'm still going through the later stages of puberty (hell, I know). Any advice on how to get the voices I want to make? Should I get a personal teacher or should I practice by myself at my home?
@FunnyGuyTimmy2 жыл бұрын
Well even if you got a coach you would still need to practice at home. Your vocal cords are like any other muscle. The more you use it and stretch it the better your range will be. That's why a lot of great voice actors start out as impressionists.
@tytdestruction78952 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy Thanks man. I'll practice different impressions that i find cool/funny then get into some practice roles. have a good day G.
@SOLOHeyman2 жыл бұрын
A lot of good advice on how to do the job but no advice on HOW TO get the job. All I see from researching job listings online are websites that don't seem legit and/or ask for monthly payments. I want to know who I can send a demo so I can create a network.
@FunnyGuyTimmy2 жыл бұрын
Well fortunately, I have a full playlist with more specific and detailed videos. Obviously answering ALL questions related to VO would make a really long video. Also, what were the sites that didn’t seem legit to you? kzfaq.info/sun/PLq2h8h4Cr5wx4e67NZzR0RbgFNsfh_Qqn
@uglysonic87779 ай бұрын
Do we need to go to college for Voice Engineering...?
What microphone would you recommend for a voice over beginner?
@FunnyGuyTimmy3 жыл бұрын
Though it is important to have good quality audio, the treatment in the recording space is way more valuable. Here is what I will say, get a XLR mic that costs more than $60 and needs 48 volts of phantom power. Most mics that fall in that category will do just fine for starting out. Spend more money on the interface and acoustic treatment. The treatment in your space will make a bad mic sound good or a good mic sound bad depending. But I do have tons of videos and playlists dedicated to microphone reviews. Go to my channel page and search microphone or review and see what I have. Hope all of that answered your question and helped.
@cecebear1103 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy Thanks so much 💜
@adamhatcher4 ай бұрын
What about those that cannot afford a coach. What would you suggest for someone that is very interested and willing to work hard to achieve this goal.
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 ай бұрын
Someone who is willing to work hard and achieve their goals should keep their day jobs so that they can afford the gear and the coaching. Because if you can’t afford a coach, they can’t afford the gear. But to be honest, a coach shouldn’t cost that much. On the low end you are looking at about $100 for an hour. However, if you aren’t even able to afford the gear or a coach yet but want to gather as much information for free, I have a full playlist on here with as much information as you could possibly need just starting out. kzfaq.info/sun/PLq2h8h4Cr5wx4e67NZzR0RbgFNsfh_Qqn&si=YrxX1YeknTWAvfSA
@adamhatcher4 ай бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy I agree with you 100% on what you are saying. I guess what I am saying is let's say you have some good equipment(recording space,focusrite 2i2, synco d2 shotgun mic and reaper DAW) to get started and hard times fall upon you to where it would take a long time to be able to have the money for a coach. Then what would be the steps to achieve this goal? Let's say they get started in VO, what little money they make could go towards coaching to help them make it better. I see so many videos saying that you have to get coaching and there is no other way, but is their other ways to achieve this goal.
@leojackson62823 жыл бұрын
Brother im into this .. can I ask u something.. how much do u earn from this voice over now and then ?
@FunnyGuyTimmy3 жыл бұрын
Is making money the only reason to do something? If you don’t immediately start making bank will you give up? Here is what I will say. I make different amounts every month sometimes more, sometimes less. But this month I earned a couple thousand. Most of this came from clients I have build years of relationships with. The previous month wasn’t as good.
@leojackson62823 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy Thanks for the reply brother ... I have seen many youtube videos but your the only one who talks about reality of this voice over jobs .. and thanks for the advice I'll keep that in mind .
@djbladesparx5221 Жыл бұрын
Where do you find affordable reliable coaching...the hourly fees are out of my reach
@FunnyGuyTimmy Жыл бұрын
Is $75 for 30 minutes or $100 for an hour out of your reach?
@Thomas-ix8bu3 жыл бұрын
Me watching this video on 2 not 0😎
@jodecierollinson88563 жыл бұрын
As a new beginner. Can anyone drop down the equipment I need as a beginner
@FunnyGuyTimmy3 жыл бұрын
Jodecie Rollinson what do you mean?
@ovg20353 жыл бұрын
He probably means like a good setup like a recommended microphone or something in that order
@FourJaysFour3 жыл бұрын
Booth Junkie is a good channel for that info
@djam74844 жыл бұрын
hmm problem is it seems like such a saturated market and you sound to similar to someone all ready on the agents books. this it the problem I'm facing. paid for the demos and everything. just need to get represented. that's the piece of the puzzle I'm still missing and it sucks.
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 жыл бұрын
D Jam for me it’s the fact that the agents I have talked to don’t want to represent me due to my sever dyslexia.
@djam74844 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy I'm dyslexic 2. I dunno what the the process is like over in the states for getting in with agents .but here in UK everything seems online related. you either send a cover letter of to the agent directly or through there web portal on there site, along with you're uploaded reels or links to them and they either reply or don't reply. and in my case its always "Sorry but you have not been accepted, you sound to similar to someone already on are books" its depressing because a lot of the time I don't hear anything back for months and when I do its always rejection :(. I have been outsourcing my work through the community mostly. but i lack the contacts for commercialized work. for that it seems you need an agent to get those types of opportunity and I'm stuck at that point where to get the ball rolling I need to get an agent. it sucks.
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 жыл бұрын
@@djam7484 In my case that is also the experience. I have gotten some commercial work and all my stuff is without an agent. It's a matter of having a great demo and posting it where the potential clients will find it. 1. Build a good studio at home. 2. Buy a decent buy inexpensive microphone. 3. Create a killer demo. 4. Post it to as many open platforms as possible. 5. Keep improving your setup. 6. Audition on as many free websites as possible. 7. Try getting an agent yearly. 8. Lather, rinse, repeat.
@djam74844 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy yea I have all the above. been doing it for like 5 years. I only know of 2 websites were you can audition for free though. CCC and newgrounds. others sites like voicesdotcom, voices 123. are a no go. You can make free accounts. but getting work without paying membership is impossible. I voice in quite a lot of youtube content for various channels as well over the years and continue to do so. with some game mods and some indi game roles. I have had 1 corporate job which was fairly well paid. but its like searching for a needle in a haystack for those opportunity. Getting the agent is the missing link for me. that will kick start everything.
@FunnyGuyTimmy4 жыл бұрын
@@djam7484 I don't have a paid account on voices.com but have gotten 5 paid gigs just from my free account and demos. I would say it's unlikely and very difficult but not completely impossible but I do see what you are saying. One thing that would help a lot it posting your demos on youtube and other social marketing sites. It's another great way of getting your stuff shared and seen for free. Outside of Fiverr and CastingCall.Club it's about sharing and hustle.
@prodigalus3 жыл бұрын
those are Audio Technica headphones. so.
@FunnyGuyTimmy3 жыл бұрын
So the audio is best for voice over and not music. Yes.
@prodigalus3 жыл бұрын
@@FunnyGuyTimmy no, no.. i love Audio Technica. they're great for everything. are those the 50s? i have a bluetooth set of the 50s, but i actually use some Q20s by Anker.
@sammy_wammy4202 жыл бұрын
Here I am, bored and wanting to learn voice over bc I want to copy peoples voices lmao
@FunnyGuyTimmy2 жыл бұрын
LOL Oh, so you want to do more like impressions?
@lytnin883 жыл бұрын
Every day? You mean I have to work seven days a week? Give me a break!+