There has never been as many opportunities to land voiceover jobs as we have today. Yet, as bitter a pill it may be to swallow, statistics dictate it takes about 200 auditions to book a job. Considering a majority of your auditions for voiceover are done from home, here some of the most common mistakes to avoid in order to increase your booking potential.
1. Your slate should match the tone of your read. Slating your name at the top of the audition should match the volume of your take as well as the “feel” or emotional tone of the piece. For instance, if the audition requires a somber approach from you, it would be odd and inappropriate to offer a slate that’s overly cheerful and a complete departure from your overall performance. (Unless your intention is to be funny in real life.)
Here’s a brief audio sample of what a proper slate should sound like that would open a standard voiceover audition. Every audition and producer has their own set of demands and requirements. (The same can be said for each individual talent agency, when it comes to naming each MP3 and their desired slate.) Audio sample:
2. Follow directions. It’s surprising, really, how only a few talent will read the details
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