As you start on your voice over journey you’ll need the ability to showcase your abilities to potential clients. The best way to do this is with a demo reel.
This is generally a compiliation of samples, usually all in the same genre (eg Commercials, Characters, accents, corporate) that demonstrate what you’re capable of and should include different styles of reads (soft sell, conversational, serious etc).

Here are 3 Voice Over Demo Reels we’ve produced recently.

Michael Kay

Eleanor Stankiewicz

Kim Mannaa

For Michael and Eleanor their demos have been created in full, recording completely new material where as with Kim, she used a combination of recent work she had done along with new material we produced for her demo.

How we create Voice Over Demo Reels

We start by having a conversation with you and listening to any samples of work or auditions may already have. If you don’t have any samples that’s ok, we’ll get a good idea of your voice type during out conversation that will us get the right scripts for you to record.

Yes, we source all of the scripts to use in recording your demo, making sure we have a range that will help you showcase different types of reads (Natural conversational, soft sell, energetic etc).

Once we have the scripts all sorted out you’ll come into the studio for a recording session (usually up to 2 hours) to record everything. We aim to do no more than 4 takes on each script. This ensures you are abile to replicate the performance on your demo reel in professional recording situations.

After recording there’s about a day of post production to create fully produced versions of all the recordings which are then cut down to a compilation of around 2minutes.

Great! When can I book a demo session?

Honestly you can make a Voice Over Demo at any point and yes, you could do it yourself, but here’s a couple of things to consider.
You need to have the skills – Reading scripts accurately and with meaning.
Can you follow direction? – If someone gives you verbal or written direction, can you execute it as they expect.
Are you ready to self record? – It’s now essential to have your own recording setup (home studio/booth) not just for auditions but to record work for clients. If you’re expecting that every voice over opportunity includes an invitation to attend a professional studio, that’s not likely to be the case, especially when starting out.
What will you do with your demo? – Have a plan. Where will your demo ‘live’ so potential clients can hear your voice? Will you consider signing up to casting websites?
If you’re very new to voice over, we don’t recommend knocking on the door of Voice Over agents, as they are usually looking for experienced talent with proven success.

If you’d like to know more about recording a Voice Over Demo, head over to the contact page and drop us a line!

There’s a side to Voice Acting that we don’t often spend much time talking about – The Business side.

While everyone’s journey will be quite different in this industry, it can be very useful to see how others tackle what can be a confusing and time-consuming part of being a Voice Actor.

Acclaimed voice actor Aimee Smith is set to share her proven strategies for success in an exclusive, in-person presentation hosted by Voices of Tomorrow. This is a rare opportunity to learn the essential business practices that can help inform your career.

The presentation, titled “‘3 Things I Do That Benefit My Full-Time Voiceover Business (And You Should Too!)'”, is an informative 1.5-hour session designed to give you actionable insights. Aimee will pull back the curtain on the real-world methods she uses daily to maintain and grow her career.

Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on three crucial topics:

• Creating Your Own “Snowball Effect” in New Mediums: Learn how to build momentum and strategically expand your work into new mediums, creating a cascade of opportunities.
• The Art of Cold Emailing: Demystify the process of reaching out to potential clients with effective techniques that get results.
• Keeping in Touch with Current Clients: Discover the importance of nurturing existing relationships to ensure a steady stream of repeat business, the cornerstone of a sustainable freelance career.

This event is not a practical workshop, but an informative seminar, complete with a Q&A session at the end where you can ask Aimee your most pressing questions.

This is only the second time Aimee has run this popular presentation, and to ensure an intimate and valuable experience, attendance is strictly limited to 20 people. This is your chance to gain a competitive edge in the industry directly from a working professional.

Event Details:

• Class Name: ‘3 Things I Do That Benefits My Full-Time Voiceover Business (And You Should Too!)’
• Date: Thursday, 9th of October
• Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM AEST
• Location: Boyd Community Hub – Assembly Hall, Melbourne (In-Person Event)
• Cost: $70 inc. GST

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your career.

To secure your place, book now at: https://www.voicesoftomorrow.com.au/course-dates/

This is one of the most common questions I hear from people who want to get into voice over or have just started.

If you are thinking of contacting agencies such as RMK, EM Voices, Scout Management (some of the largest VO agencies in Australia) there are a few things you need to consider.

Firstly – do you have the skills and experience? That’s a longer discussion point but it’s a good place to start if you want to talk about getting work.

Why do you think you need an agent? (Yes Andy & Cecelia have one, but everyone’s path is different)

If the answer is “to get work”, then you should know that having an agent doesn’t guarantee that, plus you’re less likely to be considered for representation if you haven’t been able to book your own work and prove you can make $$ already (a bit of a catch 22 right?). Many of the Voice Over artists we know worked independently for quite a few years before talking to any agencies.

How does Voice Over / Voice Acting fit in with anything else you currently do (like other employment). If you currently work a 9-5 type job with little or no flexibility then those are not the type of agents you should be talking to. For example at 2.42pm today my (Andy) agency called and asked when I could be available for an urgent job for a radio station in another state, to be recorded in my own studio with them directing over the phone. My answer was “how about right now?”. The Job was done by 3.10pm.

Sometimes that call is at 10am with a request to travel across the city to another studio within a few hours.

Ok so….ummm how do I get work?

There are other types of agencies you can look at that are more suitable if you only have the ability to record in your own space and in a time that suits you (in the evening for example because you work or study full time).

Some of these agencies pay lower rates. For example Hardy Audio, The Voice Market & Purple Wax. They use rosters of talent and rarely make talent audition for jobs.

Then, casting websites.
Starnow, Voices.com, Voice123, The Voice Realm (and more).
Here, expect to audition for jobs, knowing that you’ll be competing directly against others who want the same gig. Yes, you’ll need the ability to create a good recording of yourself. Start Googling “home studio” and you’ll get the idea.

This is my no means a comprehensive guide but hopefully a thought starter for some of you just getting started.

Wow! What an exciting month March has been!

This month we’ve run two “Voice Over for Beginners” workshops that were booked out weeks in advance, plus run a few 1hr Zoom coaching sessions for some individuals who wanted to discover Voice Over from the comfort of home.

Last weekend we camped out at The Game Expo in Melbourne, running a booth to let even more people know about what we do, which was a great opportunity for those who came up and asked us about the industry. We also make some great connections with some local game developers who are about to start looking for voice actors for their games.

Things won’t be slowing down over the next month!

On April 10 (evening), we’re holding a zoom webinar on “Working as an independent Voice Over Artist” with special quest Tamara Linke, then on April 12 we have two sessions of “Voices for Video Games” focusing on HOW to create character voices. Finally on May 3 we have our next Voice Over for Beginners workshop with just 2 PLACES available!

On that note – If you jump in and book one of those last two spots in the May 3 Voice Over for Beginners workshop you’ll also get a Voices of Tomorrow Cap, T-Shirt, Coffee Cup and Pen!

To secure you place in any of these workshops click HERE.

Are you new to voiceover and wondering how to break into the industry? Or maybe you’ve been at it for a while but feel stuck and unsure of your next steps? If you think signing with an agent is the only way forward, think again. There are plenty of ways to build a successful voiceover career independently, especially in the Australian market.

Hosted by Andy Wells, our special guest speaker is Voice Actor, Singer & Podcaster Tamara Linke. She’s built her successful career without the help of an agent and was recently nominated for Outstanding Body of Work- Best International Voice for the SOVAS awards 2024.

Webinar Details:

Date: Thursday, April 10
Time: 7-8 PM (AEST) – Overtime for questions if needed
Location: Zoom
Cost: $30 inc GST

What We’ll Cover:

• How some successful VOs got their start and landed their first jobs
• Ideas to grow your career and build momentum
• Lessons learned from experienced pros
• Tips for marketing yourself, cold calling/emailing, and networking
• Do you need a website? A demo? Should you sign up for Pay-to-Play casting sites?
• The realities of VO work – Agents / Setting expectations
• Live Q&A—get your burning questions answered in real time!

By the end of the session, you’ll walk away with at least one immediate action step to take into your VO Journey.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from industry professionals and get a roadmap for success.

Click Here to Register

March 22/23 will see The Game Expo being held at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre and for the first time Voices of Tomorrow will also be there as an exhibitor.

If you’ve been thinking of getting into Voice Acting / Voice Over this is a great opportunity to come and have a chat with us about it.

On Saturday Andy & Cecelia will be there and we’ll have a few Voice Actors who have attended out workshops / coaching sessions over the years too so you can pick their brains about the industry and work they’ve done.

Along with fun chats we’ll have a video arcade machine on the stand PLUS we’re running a giveaway of a beginner’s recording setup valued at just over $250.

We hope to see you at The Game Expo. Until then, enjoy this clip from the soon to be released game The House of the Dead 2: Remake featuring Andy Wells as Agent G.

Here at Voices of Tomorrow we meet a lot of people who are interested in narrating audiobooks and want to know more about what’s involved and how to get into it.

Fortunately, Cecelia Ramsdale (one of our amazing Voice Over Coaches) has narrated many Audiobooks, in fact enough to earn her expert status and be invited onto ABC radio to talk about it with host Paul Verhoeven . Listen below.

We’re welcoming in 2025 by announcing the next few Voice Over Workshop dates!

With the February 1 Voice Over for Beginners workshop fully booked out, we’ve now locked in the following workshops over the next few months.

Voice Over for Beginners – March 01 (6.5 hr workshop)
Voice Over for Beginners – March 29 (6.5 hr workshop)
Voices for Video Games – April 12 (3 hr workshop)
Voice Over for Beginners – May 3 (6.5 hr workshop)

You’ll find more information about each workshop plus the booking link HERE.

If you can’t make it to a weekend group workshop, we’re still holding 1:1 Voice Over coaching sessions. You can read more about those HERE.

In other exciting news, Voices of Tomorrow will be setting up a booth in the exhibit hall at The Game Expo in Melbourne – March 22-23, 2025. We’ll be there to talk to people about the industry, hand out a few freebies and do some other things that are completely top secret at this stage.

If you have any questions about the upcoming workshops or coaching sessions please feel free to reach out any time using contact page.

Here’s to great 2025!

Well that went quick right? Or maybe 2024 dragged on for you?
Either way, it’s now time to set our minds on next year as we’re set to run the final Voice Over for Beginners workshop for 2024.
Actually our FINAL workshop was supposed to happen on November 9, however Covid-19 got in the way and we had to put it back a few weeks, so the final workshop is now taking place on November 23 – with just ONE place available.

If you’re looking to make a fresh start into 2025 and your to-do list includes finally satisfying your curiosity around the world of Voice Over, we have now set the date for the first beginners workshop for the new year – Saturday February 1st 2025.

These group workshops are great fun (for both us and you) and are the perfect introduction to Voice Over given that you’ll be learning face-to-face in a practical environment – It’s a much better experience compared to online live coaching or pre-recorded module learning.

Also at this time of year when you may be starting to plan your Christmas gifts, a place in our beginners workshop would make a great gift for someone you know has been talking about getting into Voice Over. Simply book a place in the next workshop then when we confirm your booking via email let us know it’s a gift and we’ll send you something you can print out and put inside a card to be opened!

Finally if you feel a group workshop isn’t for you when we are still running 1:1 voice over coaching sessions as needed. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, or just book in and we’ll work out the best time and day.

Until next time, enjoy the rest of the year and we hope to see you soon!

Coaches Cecelia & Andy look forward to seeing you at the next workshop!

American Actor, the late W.C Fields once said “Never work with Children or Animals”. He was of course just concerned about them stealing the limelight on the filmset.

Give Your Teen a Voice…and a chance to steal the limelight in the Voice Booth at Voices of Tomorrow’s Character Voice Workshop for Teens!

Do you have a teen who loves animation, gaming, and putting on voices? At Voices of Tomorrow, we’ve received numerous enquiries from parents eager to nurture the vocal talents of their teenagers. In response, we are thrilled to announce our Introduction to Character Voice session, tailored specifically for teens aged 13-17.

Workshop Details

This engaging 3-hour workshop will take place the impressive Bang Bang Studios in Southbank, Melbourne. Save the date: Saturday, October 26th, from 2-5pm.
Here’s what your teen can look forward to:

Topics Covered

• Microphone Techniques: Master the art of using a microphone to capture your performance.
• Creating Unique Character Voices: Learn to different types of sounds with your voice.
• Playing with Your Voice: Experiment with different vocal styles to bring characters to life.
• Setting Up for Recording at Home: Get practical tips on creating a home studio setup.
• Where to Start Looking for Projects: Discover how to navigate the voice-over industry and find opportunities.

Hands-On Experience

During the workshop, your teen will have the opportunity to record two different characters. They will be guided by our experienced Voice Over coaches, Cecelia and Andy, who are also active Voice Actors. Both coaches hold a current Victoria Working with Children Check, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all participants.

Essential Information

• Location: Bang Bang Studios, Southbank, Melbourne
• Date: Saturday, October 26th
• Time: 2-5pm
• Cost: $220 (including GST)

A Gateway to the Voice Over World

The aim of this workshop is to give your teen a solid introduction to the voice-over industry. While no coach or workshop can guarantee work in this competitive and exciting field, our goal is to provide your teen with the foundational skills and confidence needed to pursue their passion.

Enrollment Details

This workshop is strictly for ages 13-17 and is limited to a maximum of 7 participants to ensure personalized attention. For bookings and further information, please do not contact the studio directly, as they are not involved in the organization of this event.

Secure Your Spot Today!

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to help your teen explore the world of voice acting. Sign up today and let Voices of Tomorrow guide your teen on their exciting voice-over journey!

For more information and to book your spot, visit our website here. We look forward to seeing you there!