[David Goldberg]

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[Emily Gauthier]

Hello everyone! I’m very new to the VO world and would love to have some feedback on my work! My setup isn’t great at the moment (I’m using a blue snowball and do have an echo because of the large room) but I’m looking into investing soon.

Any and all feedback is appreciated! I pulled this script from the script library on Edge. It’s the “Making Candy” script. Thank you!

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[Keith Paul]

Hello, the echo is most prominent. What I did with my studio pace which was very inexpensive, I used moving blankets. I bougut them from U-Haul for $10.00 each and covered my walls. I lowered my ceiling to 7 feet and covered it also with moving blankets. I have a complete padded space, that is totally dead. works fine for me.

[edixon310]

Great job Emily. I like your enthusiasm and pacing. Some acoustical treatments in the room will go a long way for you.

It depends on the read, but try to be just a bit more natural sounding (like talking and not reading)

Nice first steps into the world of VO.

[Toque]

Hi all. Just posting here my submission to the last script reading contest. I’ve read through all of the overall feedback provided for everyone, but am having trouble picking out where I’m going wrong. Looking for some really brutally honest feedback here as to what I can do to make this better. Thanks for your help T.

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[Emily Gauthier]

Hi Toque!

First off, wanted to say you have a very nice voice! It sounds so professional and like it’d fit right at home with the material you worked with.

For me, it sounded a little fast and samey throughout tonal-wise. I wasn’t able to distinctly see the different products in my head before you gave us the next one, so I was a little confused on which features went with what price. I think giving each product a slight variation in tone might help set them apart easier if speed can’t be sacrificed (i’m not sure if you had a strict 15 second rule for the contest). That way it feels like you’re giving each product the attention it deserves, and ergo, you’re giving the consumer a way to separate them in their head and process the information easier.

I’m not sure if that’s the feedback you were looking for, but overall an amazing read!

[Toque]

Thank you so much Emily! I really appreciate the feedback. There was a 15 second limit, but your notes about tonal variation are great, and something I will keep in mind. Also maybe mastering the art of a quick read, without sounding rushed! Thanks so much again!

[suzanne dangler]

Hello! Was doing some video recording for work, and thought I’d record some VO for feedback! So here’s some snippets about my day job (or what would be my day job if Hollywood wasn’t so screwy at the moment…). Thoughts, comments, and such much appreciated! (Just on the words, not the audio quality. Just going off a Yeti in my open apartment.)

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[Emily Gauthier]

Good Morning Suzanne!

Your enunciation is very good! There are times when you lose a T but otherwise, it’s pretty clear what words you’re saying. You also have a pleasant, friendly tone that is nice to listen to.

I would say the first five seconds of “colorist” is a bit fast, but really I think these are some good reads. Awesome job!

[edixon310]

Hi all. It’s been a while. I am still working on my audiobook reads. I would appreciate any feedback. Thanks.

[edixon310]

Sorry! file size too big.

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[ShellyMadison]

You definitely have a knack for this style. To get nit-picky because it’s fun to have something to work on, I’d challenge you to vary your phrasing and play with combining phrases into a single breathe. It isn’t choppy but I think you have space to smooth out and elongate some sentences. Also your pronunciation of the word “hand” stuck out to me twice. I don’t have the vocabulary to tell you exactly why, maybe the vowel is brighter/more nasal than the the rest of the read? Perhaps worth paying attention to.

[Keith Paul]

Hello Frank, all i can say is “Storyteller extraordinaire.”

[Talia Hankin]

Hello! I am looking for feedback on these two commercial reads and would greatly appreciate any thoughts you may have. Thank you so much!

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[latyesemca]

I like the Nissan read the most! It felt like a friend was speaking to me for sure. The Crayola read however, did feel very fast and like it was “put” together. Did you edit it that way? Overall, the clarity is nice and open.

[edixon310]

Talia, great job. Very fluent and well-paced delivery. Don’t try to be too perfect, especially with the Crayola read, unless you are specifically asked to. Let your humanity shine through a little. Also, be mindful of your plosives. There’s normally an indicator of the front of your mic. Try to set it more obliquely to the direction of your speaking and, of course, use a pop shield.
Again, great job!

[debbyc]

Hi all, I’ve uploaded another practice script. I have been working on clarity and sounding more conversational rather than reading. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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[latyesemca]

It definitely sounds conversational! You nailed that part. I would like to agree with edixon310 with room treatment. Maybe getting closer to the mic would help? But your clarity was also done very well.

[Brmassey]

Hi Debby,

I think you sounded great. Your voice is strong and commanding. Be sure to watch micro pauses that aren’t needed between phrases and the flow as well as overemphasizing words like “Lifesaving” and “Everyday” and “No.”

[edixon310]

Debbyc, nicely done. You sounded very authoritative in your read, like you knew your material. My suggestion would be to check your rooms acoustics. Make sure you have as much treatment as you can to absorb the sound. It also sounds like you are standing off from your mic.

[Krista Andersen]

Uploading a new practice recording. Appreciate any feedback on how it feels to you all! Thanks for your time!

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[debbyc]

Hi Krista. I love your voice..very clear and your pronunciation of the words and your pace is great. I would work on making it conversational. Who are you talking to about New York and Hudson Yard?

[Krista Andersen]

Hi Debby – I appreciate the feedback. Been on vacation since posting so first chance I’ve had to check back. Thanks again for your time!

[ScottCarr]

Hi to all. Submitting two practice scripts. Any feedback will be appreciated (text included):

Leadership
Many people quickly assume that being a good leader means you’re a good manager and vice versa. The two concepts are actually quite distinct, and understanding that distinction can help you understand what it means to be good at either or good at both.
Leadership is setting the tone of an organization; the broad objectives and long term goals will come from the leader, and then managers need to execute on a plan to attain them. Leadership is not necessarily getting caught up in all the details, but rather setting the plan and inspiring people to follow them.

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[debbyc]

Hi there, this script felt as though you were reading rather than sharing information. I do like your tone and the pace in which you read a script is wonderful.

[ScottCarr]

Thank you much! Appreciate the feedback!

[ScottCarr]

The Singularity
We are the masters of our planet. And for 200,000 years our intelligence has allowed us to rule unchallenged. But those days are drawing to a close. A new intelligence is rising … Artificial Intelligence. Our greatest scientists are on the verge of creating machines capable of independent thought. With intellects that could one day surpass our own. A singular event that will dramatically change life as we know it. What would a world dominated by super intelligent machines be like for us? Paradise? Or a nightmare?! Will it mean immortality … or extinction? One thing we do know. The process has already begun. The Singularity is near. And there’s no turning back.

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[debbyc]

ScottCarr I loved this read! Your pace was great. It was as if you were sharing this important information directly to me. Great job!

[ScottCarr]

Thank you so much Debby. I do appreciate the feedback!

[Artist7]

Hi, everyone! I would appreciate your comments on two short commercial practice reads. Thanks for your time!

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[Keith Paul]

Hello, I tried listening for flaws, could not hear any. I read was very conversational, diction was right on point. the tone and delivery would keep the audience interested in the topic. Great Job.

[Artist7]

I really appreciate the feedback-thank you so much!

[ScottCarr]

I like the “smile” in your reads. You make both scripts sound like a fun experience, which is a good thing!

[Artist7]

Thank you for taking the time to listen. I appreciate the feedback!

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