Nate Meyers
Some of us are told we have a great voice by our mothers, friends, and a kind stranger at karaoke night. This comment usually follows when you sing, commentate, or express yourself. Sound familiar?
If that sounds like you, there are many ways to monetize a great voice:
Voice Acting
This is the most common way to monetize a great voice. Voice actors are in high demand for various projects, including commercials, audiobooks, video games, and animated films. To get started as a voice actor, you will need to receive training from a personal coach or through a service like The Voice Shop [https://www.voiceshopcoaching.com/]. After completing that course, create a demo reel showcasing your voice and range. You can then submit your demo reel to casting agencies and production companies.
Voice acting is an exciting and rewarding career that starts with a solid training program from the voice coaches at The Voice Shop.
Voiceover Work
Voiceover work is like voice acting but is typically used for non-fictional projects, such as documentaries, explainer videos, and corporate presentations. Voiceover artists are also in high demand, and you can find work through casting agencies and production companies or by freelancing directly with clients.
Singing
If you have a great singing voice, you can monetize it by performing live, recording music, or teaching voice lessons. You can also find work as a session singer, backing up other artists on their recordings.
Podcasting
Podcasting is a great way to share your voice and expertise. You can monetize your podcast through advertising, sponsorships, or selling merchandise.
Teaching
You can use your voice to teach others if you have experience or expertise in a particular area. You can create online courses, teach workshops, or offer one-on-one coaching.
Voice acting students talking voice-over techniques and styles at The Voice Shop in New York City.
Whether or not voice-over is a good path for you depends on your interests and skills. If you are passionate about acting and have a good natural voice, voice-over may be a good fit. However, it is important to note that the voiceover industry is competitive and can take time to build a successful career.
Here are some tips for monetizing your great voice:
Identify your niche. What kind of voice work do you enjoy doing? What are you good at? Once you know your niche, you can learn how to excel at it.
Hone your craft. Training from a good mentor who can provide live or timely feedback will be the quickest way to get through the awkward phase where you know you're doing something but are not sure of what.
Create a voice-over demo reel. Your demo reel is your calling card, so make sure it is high quality and showcases your voice at its best.
Network with other people in the industry. Attend industry events, join online communities, and connect with other voice actors and voiceover artists.
Be persistent. It takes time to build a successful career in voiceover. Don't get discouraged if you don't book work right away. Keep submitting your demo reel and networking with people in the industry.
If you are serious about monetizing your great voice, the next step is to request a free Training Consultation with us at The Voice Shop. Seriously- no $$$. Let us help you take that next step:
