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August 7, 2020 at 9:27 am #15468
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Edge Studio StaffHi! Upload your recordings, and get feedback from your peers!
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November 12, 2020 at 5:30 pm #57581
fleishman619
ParticipantHi all, I’m looking for feedback on performance. Not quality as I recorded this on my phone. Hoping to maybe use a chunk of this for my narration demo:
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the Natural Wonders of the World. It’s the world’s largest single structure formed by living organisms and can be seen from outer space. This system of coral reefs and islands supports a wide range of wildlife, including fish, birds, sharks, sea turtles, and crocodiles. One sobering statistic is that since 1985, the Great Barrier Reef has lost nearly half of its coral. The biggest threats to the reef are climate change, pollution, and overfishing.
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November 15, 2020 at 1:25 pm #57784
mkell755
ParticipantHi Fleishman619, great style of read for your voice! Very clear, good pace and variation of pitch. I found myself visualizing the items in the lists (birds, sharks, sea turtles and crocodiles) and really paying attention to what was being said. Great job!
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November 12, 2020 at 10:36 pm #57595
kfvoice
ParticipantHi fleishman619 — you did a great job with the tempo in this read! I would be careful of sounding “breathy” between sentences. Understandable, as you say, it was recorded on your phone, so it does pick up the littlest sounds. Overall, you have a great voice for this style of narration. Keep it up!
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November 11, 2020 at 10:42 pm #57559
mkell755
ParticipantHello all! Here is a test read for my upcoming commercial demo. Thank you for any and all feedback!
Functional Fitness
Welcome to our functional training series. Breaking it down, functional training is simply turning your attention to training the body for movements we perform as we go about our daily lives. Movements like standing , sitting, stepping, reaching, pushing, pulling, getting balanced. Our training series has broken down those movements into a series of workouts to help you draw attention to how you perform those activities on a daily basis. This is designed to bring your awareness to your posture and your form, to the muscle groups that allow you to work in those capacities and hopefully keep you safe and keep you strong.Attachments:
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November 11, 2020 at 10:30 pm #57557
SuperLuke
Participanthi mtrip09,
I like how you tried to perform Edgar Allen Poe. It was a good performance. Although, I think you can do better than that. -
November 11, 2020 at 7:21 pm #57549
ThomasGreene
ParticipantHello! I will potentially be using these for my first demo. Any feedback is appreciated!
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November 13, 2020 at 1:12 am #57601
isabrandon30
Participant1st Script: I think the tone fits well. The pace shifts in the middle at about 11 seconds in to a little fast but returns to a slower pace later on. Also in the beginning it feels like there’s a couple pauses that are a bit too long. Other than that I think this read is pretty good.
2nd Script: It sounded really informative! I think if you hit the names of the anchors it will make it even better. Also maybe add a little more enthusiasm to make the read really pop.
3rd Script: I agree with some others in saying this was your best one. Great energy and flow to this one. I could hear the smile in this one if that makes sense.
Keep going you are doing great! Good luck on your demo and your future recordings!
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November 12, 2020 at 4:40 pm #57578
fleishman619
ParticipantHi there. Love your voice for all these types of copy! Keep working on being a bit more conversational. That starts with really connecting to the copy and having a specific listener in mind. That would probably help with pacing and variance in energy. Other than that I really think you did a great job!
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November 11, 2020 at 10:48 pm #57561
mkell755
ParticipantHi ThomasGreene, I liked all 3 performances, but I feel like the third one for Opti-Green seemed to be the one that was most interesting to listen to, and that I wanted to hear more. I think it’s because your tone was a little more varied on that one, and the words that were hit stood out a little more. Your voice is warm and relaxed and suits commercial well. Good reads!
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November 11, 2020 at 10:34 pm #57558
SuperLuke
ParticipantHi Tom, I liked all 3 performances. They seem good for a commercial demo. One suggestion, make the voices a little different from each other snd add more enthusiasm to the performances. It may attract more listeners.
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November 11, 2020 at 2:31 pm #57539
mrtripo9
ParticipantHello every one , its my first time here am trying to get out of my shell into this amazing VO world
Here is my first post , an attempt at the “The Raven ” please need your opinion and advice, Thanks“The Raven,” by Edgar Allen Poe<
Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,
Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore—
While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping,
As of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door.
“’Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “tapping at my chamber door—
Only this and nothing more.”Ah, distinctly I remember it was in the bleak December;
And each separate dying ember wrought its ghost upon the floor.
Eagerly I wished the morrow;—vainly I had sought to borrow
From my books surcease of sorrow—sorrow for the lost Lenore—
For the rare and radiant maiden whom the angels name Lenore—
Nameless here for evermore.And the silken, sad, uncertain rustling of each purple curtain
Thrilled me—filled me with fantastic terrors never felt before;
So that now, to still the beating of my heart, I stood repeating
“’Tis some visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door—
Some late visitor entreating entrance at my chamber door;—
This it is and nothing more.”Presently my soul grew stronger; hesitating then no longer,
“Sir,” said I, “or Madam, truly your forgiveness I implore;
But the fact is I was napping, and so gently you came rapping,
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November 15, 2020 at 7:15 am #57778
eglover177
ParticipantI think the last copy is your best 1 although “Every scoop” should have a little more emphasis but great sound and work keep training
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November 12, 2020 at 10:23 pm #57594
kfvoice
ParticipantHi mrtripo9! I love you attempted a poem! Great job in varying your pitch in the last verse. Be careful of micro-pauses not intended in the verses. Keep it up!
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November 11, 2020 at 1:55 pm #57534
TimDKietzman
ParticipantMaxwell House
Here’s to a world without bitterness. It’s our best Maxwell House ever. Now roasted with 100% Arabica beans known to be the finest coffee beans in the world for a full flavor without bitterness. It’s a new morning. Brew some good. Maxwell House.Attachments:
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November 14, 2020 at 10:35 pm #57767
mkell755
ParticipantHi Tim – I liked this read, and you definitely have a voice that is well suited for a coffee commercial. The pace was good, and the emphasis on particular words was also good. Good read!
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November 13, 2020 at 1:17 am #57604
isabrandon30
ParticipantWay to hit those words! I think it will sound even better if you hit a few more words throughout the script. Pace is good. I think there was an unnecessary pause after the word: “world.” Also the read sounded a bit quiet so maybe get closer to the mic or read a bit louder. Otherwise great job!
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November 11, 2020 at 1:49 pm #57532
TimDKietzman
ParticipantHello, I uploaded this before the website’s update and it got lost to the forum. How’s my performance and is my recording setup good?
Lincoln Financial Group
I have a mother. I have a father. I even have a big brother. I don’t need someone else looking out for me. I need someone who can help me look out for myself. At Lincoln Financial Group, their goal is to make the financial world clear and understandable, so I can make informed decisions. Lincoln Financial Group. Clear solutions in a complex world.Attachments:
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November 12, 2020 at 11:53 pm #57600
mkell755
ParticipantHi TimDKietzman! Good style of read for your voice, pace of the read and emphasis on key words.
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November 12, 2020 at 10:11 pm #57593
kfvoice
ParticipantHi Tim! I thought your pace in the reading was great. It sounds like you need a slight pause between these sentences: I don’t need someone else looking out for me. I need someone who can help me look out for myself. I did hear some “clicking”, too, a combination between speaking some words and equipment. I hope this helps!
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November 11, 2020 at 11:46 am #57526
nettipo1
ParticipantTax Reform: Standard vs. Itemized Deductions (2018)
When it comes to tax deductions, the new tax law not only raises the standard deductions, it also reduces or eliminates specific deductible expenses.
So can itemizing still make sense? It’s really all about the numbers.
If you choose the standard route, the deduction limits have nearly doubled. Now you are eligible for a $12,400 deduction or, if you are married filing jointly, $24,800.
If you have itemized in the past, you may find that now, the total of your itemized deductions is lower than the standard deduction limits.
Let’s look at changes the new tax law made to some of the biggest itemized deductions.
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November 14, 2020 at 10:56 pm #57770
mkell755
ParticipantHi nettipo1 – your voice sounds very well-suited to this type of read, it is warm and friendly sounding, which is what I would want to hear if I was looking for tax or other educational advice. Good pace of the read too. Great job!
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November 11, 2020 at 8:56 pm #57555
pamelac382
ParticipantI really like your voice for this script and it works well for educational reads. The only thing I would say is that the script shows $12,400 and $24,800 but your read was $12,000 and $24,000; perhaps not a big deal but if you’re auditioning, that may be a factor if the script isn’t read as written. Nice job!
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November 11, 2020 at 11:40 am #57524
nettipo1
ParticipantNature’s Recyclers — Discovery Kids
Did you know that mold and bacteria and higher-level organisms like beetles, centipedes and, of course, earthworms are all busy recyclers? By breaking down organic matter — stuff like dead plants, p**p, and decaying animals — they create valuable nutrients necessary for rich and fertile soil. Take it from me, a worm who knows, we are doing you a big favor.Attachments:
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November 12, 2020 at 7:39 pm #57587
jenns_voice
ParticipantYour voice is perfect for this script! And I loved your pace, inflections and flow. Awesome read!
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November 11, 2020 at 11:01 pm #57565
mkell755
ParticipantHi Nettipo1, I liked this read a lot. Good pace and flow and your voice is very good for this type of read. Good read!
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November 11, 2020 at 8:48 pm #57553
pamelac382
ParticipantI agree. I really like your voice for this script. I also agree that some enunciation could have been better but overall great job!
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November 11, 2020 at 2:00 pm #57536
TimDKietzman
ParticipantYour performance is very fitting for the script and subject matter. You sound so sweet and innocent and every word was pronounced properly. However, I think some of the words you hit could have been enunciated more and you could try more variety in the lists, you don’t want it to sound bland. Overall though, I’d say your performance is a winner.
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November 11, 2020 at 12:09 pm #57528
Alexis Williams
ParticipantHi Nettipo1, you have a great voice for this genre! Great read!
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November 11, 2020 at 10:41 am #57518
ThomasGreene
ParticipantHello, please let me know what you all think about these practice scripts.
Thanks!
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November 12, 2020 at 9:55 pm #57592
kfvoice
ParticipantHi Thomas, you have a great voice for commercials! My feedback is for the recording quality — I think I heard a little bit of static, especially in your first read. I am getting used to working recording equipment, so this is completely understandable. Overall, keep it up!
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November 11, 2020 at 10:59 pm #57564
mkell755
ParticipantHi ThomasGreene – First read for Advil – good read, your voice is well suited for this sort of commercial. The second read Sandals sounded a little monotone to me; just needed a little more variation in tone? It did not seem welcoming. I liked the third one Freshii the best – it had the most varied tone and pitch and good emphasis on words and excitement about the product. Good reads!
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