Secrets of Voice-Over Success: Top Voice-Over Actors Reveal How They Did It (Paperback)

by Joan Baker (Author) "IN A BOOK FEATURING MANY OF THE GREAT VOICE-OVER PERFORMERS OF OUR day, it's fair to ask, just what is a voice-over?..." (more)
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Editorial Reviews

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"Secrets Of Voice-Over Success" brings a genuine context which one envision themselves in the throes of creating a career". -- Butch Adams, Media Critic, Push Creative, INC

"Secrets of Voice-Over Success" is enlightening, moving, informative and destined to be the greatest audio book in history... -- Ron Scalera, Executive VP & Creative Director CBS Marketing Group

Author Joan Baker’s vision for this book moved me as a human being. You'll have a powerful experience as well. -- James Curtis, Host,E! News

Joan Baker's tapped into the heart of this elusive profession and has given readers the opportunity to hear it... -- Johnna Gottlieb, consults top voice-over talent agencys,NYC

Joan Baker’s own passion for the business is shared by 18 experts she enlisted to share their career successes... -- J.C. Barden, Editor on THE NEW YORK TIMES

Joan has done this profession a great service in promoting those in the profession as well as the profession itself. -- Loren Ruff, Theater/ Acting Department, Western Kentucky University

Ms. Baker’s book is among the most unique contributions I have seen to the Alzheimer’s Association’s mission... -- Sheldon Goldberg, President & CEO of The Alzheimer’s Association

PATIENCE, PERSISTENCE AND PASSION characteristics all great voice over performers need to succeed...and this book tells you how. -- Chuck Fries,CEO and Exec Producer of Chuck Fries Productions.He is
considered the Godfather of the Television Movie.His star is on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Secrets of Voiceover Success will grab your attention on many other levels. It's about spirit, passion and artistry. -- Twila Thompson, Director, TAI Resources/The Actors Institute

What a masterpiece Secrets of voice-over success is...

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Product Description
The inside how-to scoop on the lucrative career of voice-over acting told by the top talents in the field, including voice-over actors from Law and Order, ABC News, The Today Show, and The Sopranos. An inspirational, real-world, practical handbook that gives a complete picture of what it takes to a launch a career in this field. Through the compelling stories of nineteen highly successful voice-over professionals, the author inspires and teaches novices and experienced actors everything they’ll need, from developing their talent to landing that first big job. Listen to this rare, remarkably unselfish group as they share the tricks and secrets of the trade they discovered along their journey to success.

Topics covered include: ·The art and technique of voice-over ·The demo tape ·Obtaining and partnering with an agent ·Finding work ·The audition process ·Understanding and overcoming your fears and obstacles ·Keeping yourself motivated and inspired ·The business of being your own business ·Career development and networking

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Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Sentient Publications (May 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591810337
• ISBN-13: 978-1591810339
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #280,212 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, informative...and good karma!, November 1, 2005

By	Roberta "Voicegal" (Kansas City, MO) - See all my reviews

This is one of the best books I've read about the business of voiceovers, and I've read them all. Hearing "how they did it" from some of the best performers in the country makes for a fascinating read, but there's plenty of real world information from the artists as well, including marketing tips, studio conduct, union membership and the "art of the craft."

I appreciate that the proceeds of this book are being donated to the Alzheimer's Association. As a voiceover performer myself, I'm acutely aware that the word "voice" means much more than simply an instrument for talking. The voice is the means by which we convey our soul; it is the stream of our identity. Successful voiceover performers, such as those featured in this book, are able to convey emotion and heart through their work, and the listener has a sense of who they are from the way they shape the words. All of us who make a living in this business have contemplated losing our voices, but for an Alzheimer's patient, the loss of voice is much more profound than losing the ability to communicate; it is the loss of identity. Using a book focused on voiceovers as a means to fight a disease that robs its victims of their voices is inspiring, and very creative.

For voice performers, this book is a wonderful addition to your personal library. If you already make a living using your voice, or hope to, purchasing this book is an investment--you're "paying it forward" as you learn from the best in the business.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars SOME SECRETS FINALLY REVEALED!, March 16, 2006

By	Marc Spencer (Springfield, MA) - See all my reviews

I truly enjoyed reading this book. I didn't expect to find my life/career path after reading it, but each of these amazingly different and unusual artists brought something unique to each chapter. Their struggles were all different, and although their responses to what their life would be like without their voices seemed like an afterthought, their passion for the industry is crystal clear.
For anyone that wants to get into the business, or has even had a fascination with the "who's behind the mic of my favorite show?", this book should be among those you read, then read again!

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I get it and Secrets gave it, September 2, 2005

By	Jerry W. "Jerry" (Seattle, Washington) - See all my reviews

I just finished Secrets of Voice-over Success. I got now how I would fit into the vo industry and create a niche for myself. Wow, I've wanted to do voice-overs since college but made it into a someday dream. I related to many peoples chapter's and got into there experinces and how they did it. I was encouraged to know how these artists mind's worked and figured out the themes and the courage it would take for me to move ahead. From the book, I got a great vo coach and my next move after making a demo is moving to LA and getting my demo out to agents there. I had never really known what to do and people I asked don't really know too well either.
I loved the history- it really was grounding to know that there is a history and a future to all this. I have always admired Don LaFontaine and now I know his story and get his advice in his words.
Wow- thank you to everybody in this book for being the first to show the courage it takes to do this for a living!
Thank you Joan Baker and David Hyde Pierce. Also the author's proceeds are going to a great cause too.