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  • #15468
    David Goldberg
    Edge Studio Staff

    Hi! Upload your recordings, and get feedback from your peers!

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  • #74538
    airbear57
    Participant

    Hi everyone,

    Would love some feedback on these practice scripts!

    Downy Light: Want your clothes to smell freshly washed all day without heavy perfumes? Now they can with Downy light in wash freshness boosters. Just pour a cap full of beads into your washing machine before each load to give your laundry a light scent that lasts longer than detergent alone. With no heavy perfumes or dyes. Finally a light scent that lasts all day. New Downy Light available in 4 naturally inspired scents.

    Nespresso Vertuo: Nespresso Vertuo. Redefining coffee with one touch precision brewing technology. A smooth crema for an exceptional coffee every day. Nespresso Vertuo. what coffee is meant to be.

    Thanks so much!

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    • #74541
      michaelflemingvoice
      Participant

      First things first. I know I will be hearing your voice in commercials in the future. You’ve got the raw goods.

      In Nespresso, just about every sentence was a downward side. It made you sound bored. Contrast that with the Downy that had so much more variety and musicality in your delivery, which made you sound fun and friendly. I’d try it again reading the Nespresso with Downy inflections.

      With the Downy, I’d really think about where the pauses are and why. Maybe fewer pauses would help it flow and solidify your friendliness. Also, try ending it with a smile and shrug.

      Your voice is beautiful. Keep up the hard work!

      • #74553
        airbear57
        Participant

        Thank you so much for your feedback! I will definitely keep these things in mind when I read through these scripts again 🙂

  • #74533
    Sylvanie
    Participant

    Hello Everyone, Looking for feedback on my practice scripts below. As always, very much appreciated.

    BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

    Put this card in the hands of a child and there’ll be no room for a gun. A needle. Or a knife. It’s only a piece of paper, but that little membership card has helped keep millions of kids off drugs, out of gangs and in school. To learn how you can help the Boys & Girls Clubs, call 1-800-854-Club. Boys & Girls Clubs of America. The POSITIVE Place For Kids.

    BURT’S BEES

    You asked me to define myself? What should I say? I’m complicated. I’m complex. I’m a boss. And beautiful. I’m all these things and a million things more. But one thing I’m not? I’m not synthetic. So why would I use beauty products that are? Introducing new Burt’s Bees Beauty. A full line of natural cosmetics that make you feel your beautiful best. Because of how they’re made, not in spite of it. Burt’s Bees.

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    • #74536
      chloeblackstone
      Participant

      Hi everyone! I love hearing what you all are working on, I’m gonna sit down and leave some more feedback this afternoon.

      In the meantime I would love any feedback on this In-Show Narration sample I’m considering for my narration demo. I know my vocals aren’t in great shape, but I wonder if my voice suits this copy, and what I could do to improve this read. Thanks in advanced!

      – Chloe

      “Cool waters. Hot sun. And fresh mountain breezes whispering on the wind. Think lake front living is only for the rich? Think again! Today we’re on the hunt for a bargain to renovate in lake country Wisconsin. This area is all about lake living, with more than 140 lakes in the county, lake country is a booming year round destination for people who love to boat, fish and do just about anything under the sun. Homes in this lake community can sell for more than a million dollars. But our bargain hunters are looking to buy a lakefront home for 450 thousand dollars.”

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  • #74529
    michaelflemingvoice
    Participant

    Homework #1 I have 9 scripts here, and I thank you for your time and effort in advance. What do you hear? Any suggestions on sub-genres that I fit nicely?
    Corporate Training
    Welcome to the Life underwriting and rating module. In this module we will dig deeper into the rating classes and underwriting process of life insurance. As an authorized representative of New World Life insurance, you are an important part of the underwriting process.

    Museum Audio Guide
    In foot combat, two opponents face each other on the ground. Imagine a wrestling match, but with weapons and with no horse to get you out of danger’s way. What would be the best armor to protect you? It would have to cover your entire body, yet be flexible enough to respond to your every move.

    Explainer Video
    In the first half of Paul’s letter to the believers in Ephesus, Paul explores the story of the Gospel, how all history came to its c****x in Jesus and in his creation of this multi-ethnic community of his followers.

    How-to Video
    You are constructing multi-level buildings on the glorious island and the first player to reach a certain level wins. You have only two things to do each turn: move a builder and build up. The first player to get a builder on top of a 3-story structure wins, and they must climb to it via a 1 and then 2-story building.

    Travel Guide Video
    Vera and Garrucha, two neighboring towns in the hills of Almeria. An excellent example of touristic development in a traditionally agricultural region. Vera rises from the river basin onto a plain surrounded by farms and orchards. Garrucha has been transformed from a humble fishing port to a pillar of tourism.

    Telephony
    We appreciate your patience as our representatives continue to assist other customers. Did you know that you can find answers to common questions on our website? Just log on with your user ID and click on the FAQs link on the right-hand side.

    Golf Course Overview
    The opening hole at Victoria National starts off with a moderate par 4, with only two left-side fairway bunkers guarding the opening tee shot. A straightaway with no water hazards in sight from the back tee, it’s a design you don’t see often from Fazio.

    E-learning
    Giraffes are the tallest animals on earth, but did you know that giraffes sleep while standing? And they keep their eyes wide open. When a giraffe is born, it starts its life by falling 7 feet down to the ground.

    Documentary/podcast
    You could say that the late 1800s saw the birth of the celebrity. Sure people had been famous before. Many gained fame for writing books, like Mary Shelley, and robbing banks, like Jessie James. But around the turn of the century, people began to excitedly follow celebrity movements and appearances in the papers like never before.

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    • #74625
      ilene.echavarria
      Participant

      Hi Michael! These are great reads. You have clear diction and enunciation, and love how you highlighted key words and maintained a great pace in all of these. My only note would be on “E-learning.” I wish you had a bit more fun with that one like you did with “Travel Guide Video.” While your read was good, warm and relaxed, maybe could have read it a bit more playful since the audience seems to be kids based on the copy. But overall, these were great!

      • #74647
        michaelflemingvoice
        Participant

        ¡Gracias! I really appreciate you taking the time! Also, I remember you from our Technique 101 class, and I’m very excited to see where VO takes you. I could tell you have talent even in the short reads we were doing. ¡Que dios te bendiga en tu rumbo!

  • #74523
    TimberTykes
    Participant

    Good Evening.

    I have with me another recording, as homework per my instructor.

    Hopefully the sound quality is okay- I’m not sure what’s going on tonight, but it seemed like there was a tremor while recording, no matter what I did. Also, the beginning was mistakenly cut off… but I really like this take, and didn’t want to get rid of it, so…

    This was initially a gameplay trailer, but I think the on-screen scripty worked well enough to warrant a recording. Once again, I need to make sure I’m exhibiting a feeling of conversation, as well as elements of a beginning/middle/end, so hopefully you can feel that here.

    I’m a little embarrassed, given the context, but my instructor recommends me find scripts of things I really like. Feedback and criticism of any kind is much appreciated!

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    • #74668
      michaelflemingvoice
      Participant

      Hello! The first thing I notice is your breathing. Breathe before “embark” so you get the complete idea in your phrase. There are a few places where you pause when you should be reading through. I can hear your enthusiasm, which is good. Your youthful voice can be an advantage in this realm, I think, but it sounds like you’re holding back. Let loose, brother.

  • #74518
    Tracy
    Participant

    Hello all –

    I would appreciate your feedback on a brief corporate training read – the text follows:

    Here at Shell we’ve worked hard to create a safe and efficient work environment. Click the 3 links at the top of the page to review additional information about: Standard Operating Procedures, Safe Practices and Problem Reporting

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  • #74517
    Provocaleric
    Participant

    Thank you for your comments I appreciate them!

  • #74516
    Provocaleric
    Participant

    Thank you, I appreciate your feedback 🙂

  • #74494
    Provocaleric
    Participant

    I like your vocal sound for children, very sweet and energetic! The first read was very good. Your audio is a bit thin, could need some blankets or auralex. The second read was a bit rushed and lacked musicality but your voice tone is nice. The third read was a nice piece and also could use a little more musicality, but I’m being critical and overall I thought your sound was good.

  • #74491
    Kim_Lomax
    Participant

    Hello again! Thanks as always for your time and ears for listening!

    Video Game Commentary – “Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild”
    As I’m sitting here on this Main Menu looking at this beautiful artwork, I’m just thinking about how far the video game industry has come. And a lot of you guys know this, but the Legend of Zelda is hands down – by far – my most favorite and treasured video game franchise of all time. And it’s probably because it’s the very first video game I ever played. It kind of set me on my path to being a gamer.

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  • #74446
    Provocaleric
    Participant

    Hello Forum People,

    I would appreciate some feedback on the overall sound of this read, thank you 🙂

    What’s it like to go up one of the tallest thrill rides in the world?
    A better question…
    What’s it like to be blasted… down…?

    Supreme Scream!
    What a blast! New at Knott’s!

    So Cal kids just 12.50, adults only just 25 dollars!
    And don’t miss the fireworks show on July Fourth.

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    • #74515
      Kim_Lomax
      Participant

      Hi! Wow, great tone! I wonder what it would feel like if you emphasized “better” and “down”? Is that what makes this thrill ride unique? I love the levity in the middle and mood at the end:)

    • #74513
      Elise Duke
      Participant

      Hello! I think you have a great voice, especially for these types of reads! I think the first 3 lines could sound a bit more relaxed and maybe leave the listener in a bit suspense wanting to know more. The “Supreme Scream!” part sounds great!

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