Scratch Track or Audition?
Not long ago a potential client asked me to record a scratch track for her project. It’s a request I hear from time to time that generally requires a handful of emails to sort out. When I see the term scratch track in an email subject line, I start to feel itchy because I’m never sure exactly what I’m being asked to do. Let’s clarify the difference between a scratch track and an audition. Scratch Track To quote my colleague Tom Dheere: Scratch tracks are used as a placeholder to assist in the timing of a video [...]
VO Newbie: Part 2 Resources
This is a short list of resources to get you started on your VO journey. I’ve used many of them myself and others have been recommended by trusted colleagues. Classes for all levels Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, ongoing education will always be part of your career. Here are some excellent places to check out. Choose from in person and on-line education. The Voice Actors Studio (TVAS) Founded by Melissa and Troy Moats in 2015. Based in Las Vegas, NV, TVAS offers a range of classes and workshops in VO techniques and the business of voice [...]
Scratch Track or Audition?
Not long ago a potential client asked me to record a scratch track for her project. It’s a request I hear from time to time that generally requires a handful of emails to sort out. When I see the term scratch track in an email subject line, I start to feel itchy because I’m never sure exactly what I’m being asked to do. Let’s clarify the difference between a scratch track and an audition. Scratch Track To quote my colleague Tom Dheere: Scratch tracks are used as a placeholder to assist in the timing of a video [...]
VO Newbie: Part 2 Resources
This is a short list of resources to get you started on your VO journey. I’ve used many of them myself and others have been recommended by trusted colleagues. Classes for all levels Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, ongoing education will always be part of your career. Here are some excellent places to check out. Choose from in person and on-line education. The Voice Actors Studio (TVAS) Founded by Melissa and Troy Moats in 2015. Based in Las Vegas, NV, TVAS offers a range of classes and workshops in VO techniques and the business of voice [...]