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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!
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.
Well done melody! Good pitch, tone, tempo and volume. Sounds like your recording space will need a bit of attention, but your voice and read are great!
Hi Graceson. It’s a good read. Something I’m trying to work on for commercial scripts, is focusing on Acting vs. Reading. Obviously, it’s important that we read the words right. But once we know the script dialogue, as voice actors, I think we have to try to delve into what the script is trying to communicate, and to who? And then identify what emotions we think would/should be attached to that message. I think that’s where tone (emotion) comes in. Any script will sound much different if read with the emotions of “horror” or “contempt” than it would if read with “Joy” or “Ambition”. The script for the read you posted is a tough one, because the product and the message itself is a bit “clinical”, so kinda tough to attach emotion to it. But for promoting a product that’s about helping you attain better cleanliness and hygiene, you could perhaps try incorporating a tone that says “Hey, i’ve got a secret to tell you.” It’s not easy, but it can make a difference. Acting vs. Reading is an ongoing struggle for me, but I think does make it more fun. Keep it up!
Good afternoon folks! Just posting another on, seeking feedback on all aspects. This one was kind of a docu-promo for a sport called “Skijor” – basically skiing behind a horse, with a twist to promote Magnum truck racks. The only direction was “real person, believable, conversational”. As always, I appreciate your thoughts and feedback on any and aspects of the read. T
Thanks so much for your feedback Daniel! And no, I don’t mind at all if you post your own read of that script.
Awesome read all around Mike! Not much i can add. Tone, pace, recording quality all good. You’ve got a great voice and use it well. There was just one very small place, talking about there being no co-workers snapping gum “in your ears”, sounded a bit like “in you ears” – but very minor. “In your ears” can be a tough one, kinda like that “unique new york” warm-up exercise. I’m sure we’ll be hearing your voice in lots of places.
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
