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Hello Everyone!! I am Kristine Knowlton – Performer, Musical Comedian and Voiceover Artist! You are probably wondering, “What the heck is a Renaissance Rebel?” I chose the name, The Renaissance Rebel because it’s another way of saying I’m a Jack of all trades but with a little flair. In this blog, you will be able […]
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When people think about becoming a successful voice actor, they often focus on practicing more. More auditions. More classes. More recording. More editing. More networking. While all of those things are important, there’s one part of the job that is often overlooked: Rest. Rest isn’t laziness. It’s recovery. And recovery is what allows you to […]
Have you ever listened to a professional voice actor and thought, “I wish I sounded like that”? Here’s a secret: They probably weren’t born sounding that way. Behind every great commercial, audiobook, cartoon, or video game performance are hundreds—if not thousands—of hours of practice. Just like musicians practice scales and athletes train daily, voice actors need […]
If you’ve ever dreamed of getting paid to read books, then Amazon ACX might be the opportunity you’ve been looking for. For many voice actors, audiobook narration becomes a steady source of income, valuable experience, and a fantastic way to develop acting skills. Whether you’re brand new to voiceover or looking to expand your services, […]
Many voice actors spend hours searching audition sites, submitting auditions, and refreshing their inboxes. Then they wait. And wait. And wait some more. While auditions are an important part of building a voiceover career, they shouldn’t be your only source of opportunities. The most successful creators don’t wait for someone to hand them a microphone. […]
One of the hardest parts of being a voice actor isn’t recording auditions—it’s waiting. You spend time finding the perfect script, recording multiple takes, editing your audio, submitting your audition, and then… silence. No email. No callback. No update. The truth is that voiceover is a numbers game. Most auditions won’t result in bookings, and […]
One of the most common questions new voice actors ask is: “Where can I find voiceover auditions without spending a fortune?” The good news is that you don’t need expensive memberships or premium casting sites to start building experience. There are plenty of free opportunities available online, especially for beginners looking to develop their skills, […]
There’s a moment almost every new voice actor goes through during auditions: You hear a commercial and think,“I can do that voice.” So you crank up the announcer energy.You add fake gravel.You try to sound like a movie trailer, a cartoon character, or your favorite celebrity. And suddenly… you don’t sound like you anymore. Here’s the truth […]
For years, voice actors were told there was only one path: Get a demo.Get an agent.Submit auditions.Wait. And wait. And wait some more. But the internet changed everything. Now, some of the most successful voiceover artists are building careers by creating their own opportunities through short-form content on platforms like YouTube Shorts, TikTok, Instagram Reels, podcasts, livestreams, indie animation, and […]
Starting voiceovers can feel intimidating when every YouTube studio tour looks like a spaceship built out of acoustic foam and expensive microphones. But here’s the truth most working voice actors eventually learn: A quiet, controlled recording space matters more than expensive gear. You do not need a professionally built studio to start booking auditions, building a portfolio, […]