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Hello, previous feedback noted some mouth clicks in my readings. Curious if that is something you hear. And feedback on the pace would be appreciated. Acutally, any feedback is appreciated. Thanks!
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Very clear delivery and upbeat. I agree with the other reviewer that you might improve it with a little faster pace, perhaps connecting your sentences like in conversational speech.
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Hi T. Ohhh to wake up tomorrow to tacos for breakfast…! I lived in Austin and still visit several times a year so this read hit home! I have a hard time identifying the “clicks” I hear so much about, so I will pass on that critique, but the rest of the piece was articulated well and gave the listener an array of the city’s offerings via a colorful delivery. Consider picking up the pace and/or fluctuating the pace so that it too reflects the amazing diversity and flavor of that special town. If you can imagine you telling this “story” to someone who has never been there before who you think would really LOVE it if you could just convince them to visit! That exercise might draw out some of the passion that could really take this great read to the next level. Just some thoughts from a cowgirl!
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M- thank you for the feedback. Very helpful! I know I need to work on making up a story in my head prior to my reading- work on that ole imagination! I may try this one again with your suggestions in mind. I have never visited Austin, but this makes me want to. 🙂 Thanks again!
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Newbie here. Moving into coaching – first session with my coach is next week. Here are 2 of the 3 scripts I have prepared. Any feedback is appreciated:)
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Brandy, these were great! Your tone and delivery were very solid for both of these. Your voice is very unique and interesting to listen to. I am struggling with a point to work on. 🙂 Great job! I am very new to voiceover also. Good luck to you as you start this voice-over journey!!
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Hi Brandy. Really great job with both the scripts. There was a wide variety of tone and pace which kept it interesting and engaging. Not much to suggest for improvement except perhaps articulating the end of one word into the the start of the next (e.g., “dogs would walk themselvesaaand algebra…” ; “there’sgottabeone…”). Great story telling and solid delivery.
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Hi all!. I’m a newbie. I have attached three different reads of the same piece. I am fiddling around with different audience/delivery and not sure how each lands. Any preference? Is one more appealing than the others? Honest,frank feedback appreciated. Thank you!
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M – I thought all three sounded great. Your voice has a clear, easy to listen-to tone. I think they could each be used for a different audience. I am curious if when you recorded you were thinking of a different audience as you read. Great work!
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Hi T. Thank you for listening and for the comments. Yes, I did try and conjure up a different audience – e.g., in #2, I was thinking of a child down on him or herself who needed an encouraging, yet gently stern, pep talk to get back in the “game” with some confidence. I am learning that I need to change my perspective/POV to get myself out of a redundant rut and try on a new sound.
Thanks for the input.
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Hi M! I thought all 3 reads sounded great, but my favorite was the last one. I think the slightly quicker pace and less drawn out words sounded like the best fit for the script, but am not sure if this might just be a subjective preference and not a correct or incorrect kind of thing. You have a nice sound 🙂
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Hi all. I went through the demo program a couple of years ago. Started actively auditioning on Voices.com in May 2021, and was lucky enough to get a bunch of auditions short-listed, and actually booked a (very small) character job for an online ad in June 2021. Shortly after I finished that job, we experienced a few life changes that took me away from voiceover. But now we’re relocated and ettled, and I just finished putting together my new booth and am starting to tweak it and audition again. I would really appreciate any feedback you can provide (full spectrum: booth sound; performance; diction, etc.) Looking forward to getting back at it, including participating on here again! Thanks for your feedback! T
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I auditioned for the same job on Voices. I listened to your rendition about 5 times now. Your audio quality is very good, all I hear is you. And you sound great. Articulation is top notch and the pacing sounds good as well.
I can only imagine that out of the current 229 auditions for this piece that there are a few that stand out in other ways that I would love to know about. The voice they thought of when they posted this has to have made itself available at this point.
I don’t really have any critique of you other than it maybe doesn’t sound very conversational. But then again the audition calls for genuine and articulate which is what you’ve presented.
Long story short, you’re back in the game and your recording space sounds great! Keep it up! -
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Was this done in one take? It certainly sounds like it 😄. I honestly wish I could do a one take read but it usually takes me several.
There was a point where I heard mouth clicks. It was at the 6 second mark. These are hard to get rid of and I struggle with them myself.
Your articulation is great, every word is a it should be. Especially for an English learning piece. -
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Hi T. I think both your reads are very good. Nice clear voice and diction, and good pace, especially for these kinds of educational reads. The only one small thing I thought I may have noticed was a tiny bit of mouth noise in a few spots (little “clicks” or “smacks” that our mouths can make). I think it happens to all of us. I try to stay hydrated, and also often eat green apple prior to a recording, as it can reduce those sounds. I understand there’s even a green apple spray you can buy, though I’ve never tried it. I still spend a fair bit of time trying to edit the clicks/smacks out. In my DAW, I identify them, clip them out and replace them with a bit of background booth sound that I’ve recorded. Overall though, excellent work! Hope this is of some help. T
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Hello T! Great job! I too recently posted my first read and felt all of the vulnerability that step brought on! I heard a nice smooth, controlled voice with a good pace for this type of read. Maybe add a tad bit more emphasis to the words “inspired,” “danger,”conflict and “struggle.” They have a built in meaning that allows for a strong delivery. The last word “here” conveys the impression that you are continuing speaking – maybe a falling intonation would suggest that you are actually pointing at the picture…? Just some thoughts, but a really great job!! High-five to the Firsters; we deserve a “10!”
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Hey. It’s been a while since I uploaded, but here we go. Please let me know what you truly think, however honest you can be within in the confines of the rules because I think I really need to step out of my comfort zone. Thank you in advance.
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Hi Luke- nice job! I like the way you altered your tone to fit each of your reads. In the Quality Inn script, it sounded like you emphasized “He” before Mr. Simmons and before Bob; I’m wondering if the emphasis might be better placed on Mr. Simmons and Just Plain Bob as opposed to “He”. Thanks for sharing your reads! Michele
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Hi Luke – Good for you for stepping out of your comfort zone! I think you’re in good company here as I know I feel exactly the same way.
Acura – I like the warmth of your tone. Given the brand, the desire for a dramatic read is understandable. However, consider trying to read this without the pauses.
Discovery – Your warmth and friendliness shines here. I’m not sure if it’s the recording, but I may be hearing sibilant “s”s on “stinks,” “skunk” and “kids.”
Quality Inn – I like your pacing here. The word “We’ll” got swallowed a bit.
Looking forward to your next Post,
BJ
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Luke V – On each of your three recordings, I think you did a nice job of changing your tone and delivery to appropriately fit the expected audience. My one area of feedback would be to make sure to emphasize the “t” sound at the end of words. I was sometimes not able to hear that sound.
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Hi there,
I am trying out the “introverts” reading and would like to see if this is relatable. I am hoping on the design reading is conversational.
Thank you so much for your feedback,
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Hi aj. First off, I think you’ve got a great voice – lots to work with there! Generally, I’d suggest some work on the technical side of your recording and/or recording environment. I’m hearing a bit of a boxy sound, which could be due to a few things, including being too close to the mic, or maybe having too small a space or too much sound absorption in place? I’m no sound engineer, and I’m struggling with something similar in my new booth as well. I’m also hearing a low rumble throughout both reads. It’s quite noticeable, especially as the recording ends. Half an hour or so with a sound engineer from Edge might be worthwhile? Good job, and keep at it! T
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Hi AJ –
Introverts
I like the relaxed, warmth of your tone which I do think helps to make it relatable. Try eliminating the pauses throughout (i.e. between “be” and “difficult”) to achieve your most natural read. Also, the word “social” gets a bit lost next to “situation.”Design
Nice – still the warmth, but I’d say more authoritative than conversational (I don’t think that’s a bad thing:)) . If you have the time, try a version where at the end you emphasize the word “purpose” instead of “has.”Looking forward to hearing more from you,
BJ
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Hello! I would very much appreciate any feedback on these two reads. One is corporate explainer, and the other is documentary. Thank you so much!
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Hi Talia. Great job on both! You have a fresh, youthful voice that naturally evokes playfulness – very refreshing! For these serious reads, maybe consider taking the bounce out slightly to add to the serious/business quality that might be sought. Look forward to some upbeat commercial reads from you as well!
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