My pleasure! I felt the same way starting out 😊

You bet!

Awesome, thank you! :)

You bet!

Thank you!!

Hey HEYY!! You bet!

You're so welcome!

Thanks Kelli! Looking forward to listening 😊

@jaymyersvoiceover thanks for the explained videos it was truly helpful - liked and subscribed 👍🏽where can I send my demos for you to have a listen to?

@megancapoto so glad to have you! If you’d like fast and private feedback, that’s available via my website. Www.jaymyersvoiceover.com If you’re interested in subscriber feedback, here’s the form: forms.gle/qG4gzAARFaeb1vDn6

Thanks! That's awesome to hear! Yes to clarify, I still use Voices.com often, just less frequently than when I was starting out. Voice123 I stopped using in part because I simply didn't have time to make the effort worth it for the cost, and that I somewhat disagree/dislike the way the profile discoverability is dictated by "likes" and that your "ranking" relative to other artists on the site is one of the first things you look at, which I don't find personally helpful, healthy, or motivating. I may give Voice123 another try this year once I update my demos however.

Thanks so much! That’s lovely to hear 😊 And yup! If you want to submit via the form we’re still rolling.

@@jaymyersvoiceover done!

My pleasure! I'm glad you find the videos helpful. Per your question, unfortunately because I don't speak Arabic I don't receive castings intended for VOs who might speak the language. All to say, I'm not certain if one is better than the other in this way. However, Voice123 does have a free trial period, so you could perhaps give it a try to see how many castings you receive. If you go down that route, I'd recommend having a range of short ~15s demos showcasing your voice and work ready to upload right away so you can maximize the trial period, and get a more realistic sense of what your experience might be going forward. Alternatively, you could reach out to both companies directly. Voices.com has great support in my experience, and will likely be able give you a better idea than I will. Hope that helps!

Hi! Great question. Short answer yes. I have another video on my channel going into greater detail on just that. I’d recommend checking that out, and if you have any additional questions of course let me know!

Thanks a lot, man! I'm gonna be working on my demos then 😁

Thanks very much! It was lovely. Congrats on the new one! ETHOS is lovely. As far as recommending processing, I'd need to know somewhat the tools/software you're using. BUT a high pass filter at 60-80hz is a good bet for ANY mic. Gating will depend on many more factors that I wouldn't really be able to weigh in on effectively without knowing more about you, your recording style, and setup.

Thank you for the insight on the high pass filter suggestion- I'll play around with it for sure. It also seems I may have been confused on what a noisegate actually is 🤔 but in terms of streaming or creating KZfaq videos, I use OBS which I do recommend for video creation, though it has got a simpler choice of EQ options for audio. One would probably have to buy a mixer to use in real time to get personalised EQ preferences. I'll definitely update you on my experience with Ethos when I receive it however :)

Ah yes that’s a whole different ballgame 😅 sounds like you’re well on your way though! Lmk if I can help any further

Hi Will! Great question. When I was starting I went all out (an important caveat I think just to temper expectations) and was in my booth auditioning/looking for auditions 40+ hours a week. In my first year I submitted over 2000 auditions across a number of websites, mainly Voices, UpWork, and audiobook marketplaces like ACX/Findaway Voices. A more realistic number to aim for I think is to try and submit 10-15 a day, but it's always a game of quality over quantity. 10 bad auditions aren't as effective as putting effort into 2-3 solid ones. Now that doesn't mean you need to spend more time on them, just that volume without intention doesn't get you anywhere. Hope that helps!

@@jaymyersvoiceover quite a bit! Thanks so much sir!

Great questions, and it's kind of a combination. Some is dictated by the client, some is automatic, and some is algorithm based. 1) when a client posts a job, they can 'set' how wide the initial pool of talent available to submit is. This is dictated by Membership Tiers and your profile visibility (i.e. "Top 10% of Talent, or "Bottom 40%" etc.). In this, a Tier 1 Member who is a Top 10% will get access first, then it trickles down from there. 2) The trickle down is dictated by the number of submissions a job gets. Effectively, everyone "above" you in line (as explained above) get's first refusal. If they all pass and there are still open submission slots for the job, you'll get a shot. This is why lower tiers are in my opinion not worth your money unless you're building your elegablitiy for a Tier 1 Membership. (You have to be a premium member for 1 year and an established talent.) Many of my colleagues who are Tier 1 Members, DON'T audition outside of jobs they are directly invited to or simply cast directly in. Many clients will contact you directly without posting jobs, and for this being Tier 1 or 2 is high priority.

@@jaymyersvoiceover Great response! Thank you…

That's a great question, and unfortunately, I can't say for certain as the castings I receive are for me and my profile, which isn't representative of how much opportunity for Spanish speakers there are on each of the platforms. I do know both have traffic in that regard, but I seem to recall Voice123 has more international representation in their management and model, which might result in more potential work for you. (Voice123 also has a free 30 day trial so it might be worth trying them out first?) Let me know if you find anything! And thanks for bringing that up.

Generally a computer/laptop is the easiest and most recommended, though you could submit through a laptop or phone potentially. Sometimes mobile web browsers cause issues with each site's features though.

@jaymyersvoiceover is audio interface necessary, or would a USB mic will do??

@jaymyersvoiceover how I wish I can talk to you on the phone, if that's possible

A USB mic is okay, though entry level XLR mic setups aren't dramatically more expensive (especially if you buy on sale or used)--which is why I typically recommend them. I offer coaching sessions via my website! So if you'd like to chat, that's probably the best way to set up a conversation. :)

I'd be glad to help if I can. What form are you asking about?

@@jaymyersvoiceover Just unclear if my voice/engineering and editing is in the right direction

I filled out a form and uploaded a file

Great!

@@jaymyersvoiceover Did you receive my form and submission?

Solid clarification. I had lumped that together with “visibility” but good to discuss distinctly.

@@jaymyersvoiceover Agree, as it isn't about being found anymore, it's about the opportunity to audition. After they explained that to me I immediately cancelled and never worked with them again. Great video, your content is always informative and a pleasure to watch

@@jarredcannon Thanks mate! Appreciate you taking the time to say so!

@@jarredcannon Hmmm...I've got about 8 years professional VO experience and I'm pondering tiers 2-3-4 on Voice123. Sounds like you wouldn't touch them with a barge pole! The "like' thing is exactly what's making me not pull the trigger. Also I'm confused about the exact advantages the Tier 1 has over Tier 2 and so on...

@@NoLefTurnUnStoned. It may be worth it at the highest tier, but I just believe that a system where your future opportunities hinge on someone liking your current audition is massively flawed on principle, and I'll never go back

It does tend to feel a little clunkier, I agree.

@@jaymyersvoiceover at least on mobile it seems like it is. I sent you a short 3 minute narration rough draft. It’s actually a novel I’m writing. It’s the first take, so there are slurred words and mistakes lol.

@@HoodieSource I look forward to hearing it! Thanks for sending that in!

@@jaymyersvoiceover Don’t judge me too harshly lol

@@HoodieSource I never do ;)

Haha think more so in "tone of voice." If you've ever listened to like a history channel documentary or a non-fiction-esque podcast, that's kind of the ballpark.

I gotcha. Maybe like the guy who did the bulk of How it’s Made. I thought he was fantastic. So, is voices com worth $500 a year? That’s not a small amount of $ for me. But I know my samples are good.. and my current job has ZERO future.

@@AlienFrequency How It's Made is a great example! Regarding Voices, I think it's a great place to get started. Think of it more so as a practical workshop to improve, with real world clients/experience, that might pay you back for your time. Just know it takes patience and consistency more often than not.

​@@jaymyersvoiceover That helps. Thanks. I just got an email for $125 off a premium membership. I have 24 hours to use it though... So, I'll probably wrestle with that for 23+ hours before making a final decision...