Winners Announced In The VoiceOver Kidz Competition
March 31, 2011
On March 11, 2011 the winners in the first ever VoiceOver Kidz Competition received their awards for participation in a program that encourages junior and high school students to find their voices. The event was held at the Writers Guild in Los Angeles, CA. Winning teams (pictured) include; Albert Einstein Academy and La Mesa Jr. High School in Santa Clarita, along with Patrick Henry Middle School in Granada Hills.
Has The iPad Become The New Portable VO Studio?
March 24, 2011
Many of us use laptops with a solid USB mic or digital audio interface like the MicPort Pro. All you have to do is load your favorite DAW, hit record, edit and then email the final product. It’s a great way to record those all-important sessions or auditions while on the go. But what if I told you that you could soon use an iPad as a portable VO Studio?
Well, the folks at Apogee have recently announced something that could make recording on the go both cheaper and lighter. It’s called the Mike. Apogee claims it is “the most compact studio quality USB microphone available for iPad, iPhone and Mac.” The online press release even says it’s “Great for voice overs, interviews and podcast recordings.” Blue already makes the Mikey for the iPod and iPhone, but it only works with certain Apple models.
What’s intriguing about Apogee’s Mike is the ability to use a high quality microphone with the iPad. Now the Mike has not been released yet, so the price is unknown. Their website simply says coming soon.
Imagine the ability to record your VO’s on something as cheap and light as the $500 entry level iPad. Apple also recently released the acclaimed GarageBand for the iPad for just five bucks. If you include the potential cost of the Mike, an Ipad and GarageBand, you could spend well under a thousand dollars for a portable studio that’s lighter and less bulky than the typical laptop, mic and interface setup.
Not to mention the fact that you could use the iPad’s generous screen to read your scripts from. How cool is that? The possibilities are endless! Happy recording!
Source: Apogee
Author: Trey Thomas
Aflac Online Casting Call Starts Tonight
March 23, 2011
The Aflac Duck
Alfac released news today that they will be holding an online casting call to replace Gilbert Gottfried as the voice of the iconic Aflac duck. Voice talent will be able to submit their audio and video demos to a new site dedicated to the casting call.
Voice Actress Rides Across America For Kids Orphaned By AIDS
March 22, 2011
Voice-Over talent and coach, Julie Williams, is taking on the brutal challenge of riding her bicycle from California to Florida next June. She will be braving the Arizona sun and Texas heat to raise money for children who have to fight every day just to survive. All sponsorship monies help AIDS Orphans in Africa.
Katy Perry Voices Smurfette In Upcoming 3D Animated Feature Film ‘The Smurfs’
March 17, 2011
Singer songwriter, Katy Perry, gets her acting debut in the upcoming live-action/CGI-animated 3D film ‘The Smurfs’ set to release August 3, 2011.
Perry plays Smurfette in the film, saying that playing a cartoon character felt somehow natural to her colorful personality. A new trailer for the movie recently hit the internet giving us a taste of Perry’s voice over abilities and a better feel for what the movie has to offer than the original teaser trailer.
The film unfolds as some of the Smufs wander into a forbidden grotto and end up transported to modern day Central Park in New York City. They find shelter with a married couple while they try to figure out how to make their way back to the village before Gargamel can hunt them down.
Full Voice cast:
Jonathan Winters as Papa Smurf, Katy Perry as Smurfette, Alan Cumming as Gutsy Smurf, Anton Yelchin as Clumsy Smurf, Fred Armisen as Brainy Smur, George Lopez as Grouchy Smurf, Gary Basaraba as Hefty Smurf, John Oliver as Vanity Smurf, Paul Reubens as Jokey Smurf, Kenan Thompson as Greedy Smurf, B. J. Novak as Baker Smurf, Jeff Foxworthy as Handy Smurf, Wolfgang Puck as Chef Smurf, and narrated by Frank Langella
Starring in the live action sequences:
Neil Patrick Harris as Patrick Winslow, Hank Azaria as Gargamel, Jayma Mays as Grace Winslow, Sofía Vergara as Odile, Tim Gunn as an executive assistant
Watch the new movie trailer at the offical Smurfs Website:
http://www.smurfhappens.com/
Source: Yahoo! News / Wikipedia
Voice Of The Aflac Duck Fired For Offensive Tweets
March 16, 2011
Reuters/Lucas Jackson
Aflac insurance fired Gilbert Gottfried last week from his gig as the voice of the Aflac duck. According to CNN, he was fired less than an hour after they received word that he was making jokes on Twitter about the Tsunami in Japan.
Two Voice Actors Named In The New ‘ThunderCats’ Series
March 11, 2011
According to the MTV Splash Page, renowned voice actor Kevin Michael Richardson (The Cleveland Show, The Super Hero Squad Show, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Young Justice) will be voicing the role of Panthro in the new version of the 1980s animated series “Thundercats.”
Richardson made the unofficial announcement while talking to MTV News. He was listing some upcoming gigs during a FOX press conference when he mentioned “Thundercats.” MTV New’s jumped at the chance to ask some questions.
“I love Panthro, so to play him, yeah I’m very very happy,” Richardson told MTV News. “The state of the art animation they have today is… That’s exactly what it is — state of the art.”
Richardson also revealed that actor Will Friedle will be playing Lion-O. “The cast is fantastic,” he said. “Will Friedle as Lion-O and some other people who I want to keep anonymous at the moment. It’s up to the times, it’s a lot cooler, it’s going to move a little faster, and the special effects and the direction and the acting are just superb.”
Will Friedle is best known for his work on “Batman Beyond” where he voiced the hero Terry McGinnis. Friedle also provided the voice of Jaime Reyes, a.k.a. Blue Beetle, on “Batman: The Brave and the Bold.”
While yet to be confirmed by officials, having these two prolific voice actors on the cast could be the start of something wonderful for the “Thundercats” franchise.
Source: MTV Splash Page
Wheel Of Fortune Seeks New Announcer
March 10, 2011
After the passing of legendary announcer Charlie O’Donnell in November 2010 the long time running game show Wheel Of Fortune is searching for a new announcer. They’ve been auditioning talent for the past several months in an effort to find the perfect voice for the show.
Folgers Jingle Contest: Vote to Win!
March 10, 2011
Semi-finalists are currently being selected for the Folgers® Jingle Contest. The video contest features contenders playing an original musical performance for the Folgers® melody and lyrics “The Best Part of Wakin’ Up is Folgers in Your Cup®.”
Beginning March 31st through April 25th you can help shape the future of the Folgers® jingle by casting your vote. Visit the contest website each day to increase your chances of winning. The lucky grand prize winner will receive $10, 000 just for voting! Plus there are $100 grocery store gift cards and daily prizes to be won.
Voters will help select the finalists for the Grand-Prize Audition in New York City where they will competing for the chance to win $25,000, potentially appear in a future Folgers Coffee commercial, and receive special mentoring session with award-winning songwriter Kara DioGuardi.
The Folgers® jingle has been re-adapted by a variety of renowned recording artists over the company’s twenty-six year history. Now America can vote on the new sound!
For official contest rules visit www.bestpartofwakinup.com
Source: Folgers® Jingle Contest
New Voiceover Book By Terri Apple
March 9, 2011
Voiceover actress Terri Apple has a new book slated for release in March, 2011. The book is published by Michael Wiese Productions and is titled “Voiceovers: Everything You Need to Know About How to Make Money With Your Voice.”
Voiceovers offers extensive information covering everything new voice talent need to know about making money in the lucrative world of voiceovers. Along with interviews, readers can expect to find tools and tricks of the trade from industry pros.
Terri’s previous book, Making Money In Voice Overs, was #1 in its field. With thirty years experience, her voice has become a signature sound and is heard everyday across the country.
Some of her voiceovers include, Tasters Choice, Homebase, Cows/Cheese commercials, Milk campaign (Obie Award), Taco Bell, BMW, E! In the Soup, Bravo, A&E, ABC, CBS, NBC (Promo’s) Oscar Meyer (And hundreds of others).
Check out Amazon.com for more information.
Source: Amazon / Terri Apple
