samedi 6 décembre 2014

By Claudine Hodges


The best ads we see now in television are not just successful because of the concept. True, animation and concept play a great role in terms of making them appealing to the viewers. But that is not all. The way on how the message is delivered through voice overs matters a lot.

This industry is no longer new. It has been going on for years. No wonder why we see many websites right now advertising the services of male voice over talents. Companies demand them. There is an industry for it. Not everyone is after all, capable of voicing certain emotions.

If you are on the lookout for those talents, you need to understand that not everyone has the same quality of voice and different talents charge differently. If you want to get the best one that your ad or film deserves, you need to spend some time making your choice. As mentioned, this is a booming industry. You are lucky if you find the perfect fit on your first search. Let us take a look on other things you need to check when choosing a talent.

One, identify the tone required for your message. This is a prerequisite in finding what pitch suits your message well. If you think this does not matter, then it also will not matter what you choose. The reason why you are the selecting an appropriate one in the first place is because you think some voice out there is what you need.

Second, check the background of the talent. It is just like any hiring process, you take a pick and then go over their background. Look at his references. If he is really good, he can at least give you a sample or two of his past works with another company. This will serve as your reference once you are already on the final selection.

Pricing. When you go online, you will see a lot of sample clips with its corresponding prices. Getting the best deal is not only limited to searching for the best choice but also getting a list of the prices for your top picks. It is best if you look at different sites. It will take time to go over with the choices but it will be worth it in the end especially if you manage to find the best value one.

Versatility of the talent. A good talent is not only capable of voicing a single tone. He should be able to deliver messages with different tones reflective of its emotions. You can gauge the versatility of the person by asking samples of how he delivers a spiel in three or more different ways. May it be the funny way or the serious way, he should be able to do it.

Five, credit the enthusiasm. No one wants to work with someone who is gloomy and who lacks interest. Enthusiasm makes it easier for you to work with the talent and work on a project at your best. Also, a talented voice actor loves the job. Therefore, he should show you enough interest for the project. If not, then do not hesitate to look the other way.

You may have your own list of criteria for the selection by now. Still, do not forget to look at the things listed below. They are simple but are highly valuable. Including them on your list will matter a lot.




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