VO Pro: The Business of Voice Over and Voice Acting
Episodes
Email 📧 Marketing for Beginner Voice Actors and Creatives
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Transform your inbox into your #1 client magnet with proven email marketing strategies. Learn why pros stop chasing algorithms and start owning their ...
How To Set Up a Voice Acting BUSINESS for Beginners
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stop hoping talent is enough. Here’s how to protect your VO career and start earning like a pro! This video is your guide to turning your voice ove...
How To Use Case Studies When You’re NEW to Voice Over
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling because you're new to voiceover? Your lack of experience is your secret marketing weapon!Learn how to turn even tiny gigs into compell...
How to Handle REJECTION 👎 as a New Voice Actor
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rejection SUCKS! But discover why it’s your secret weapon for a thriving voiceover career. Learn how to turn industry rejection into your biggest ad...
5 Myths About Local Voice Over Jobs and What Actually Works
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Think you need Hollywood connections for voiceover success? Think again! Local VO work is thriving.In this video, we bust the 5 biggest myths about lo...
8 Ways To Find Local Voice Over Jobs for Beginners
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock voice over jobs hiding in your hometown. Most actors miss these secret, local VO goldmines!Discover proven steps to land high-paying, local voi...
9 Ways You Get in Your Own Way & How To Fix it
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stop blaming the algorithm. Your biggest barrier to VO success is YOU. Discover why most voice actors stay stuck in part-time mode, and how breaking s...
The 7 Essential Systems Every Voice Actor & Creative Needs
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the 7 business systems top voice actors use to thrive. Talent is NOT the secret to success!Are you grinding hard but still stuck in the gig-to-...
How To Run Your VO Business: A Strategic Framework
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the #1 secret full-time voice actors use to go from chaos to consistent bookings, fast!Tired of endless auditions with few results? In this vid...
Skip THIS and You'll DESTROY 2026 Before It Starts
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the pro moves that create full-time voiceover success fast. Miss them, and you're doomed to set yourself adrift in 2026.If you’re done...
From Zero to Launch: Your 90 Day Creator Starter Plan
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to break the myths and launch your creative business, even as a part-time voice actor? In this video, we’ll reveal an easy-to-follow, step-by-...
The REAL Way to Get VO Clients from Social Media
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop blending in and start booking: this video breaks down step-by-step tactics for voice actors to turn social media into a true lead-generation mach...
The Straight TRUTH About Voice Over Rates for Beginners
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Still quoting $75 for voiceover gigs? Stop selling yourself short and discover your true worth! In this video, I break down exactly how much new voice...
BONUS EPISODE! Is Your Demo KILLING Bookings? Rob Bee Has Thoughts
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your demo actually working… or just sitting there collecting digital dust?In this interview, legendary UK VO demo producer Rob Bee breaks down wh...
Client Outreach for Creative Pros: Why Your Cold Emails SUCK
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most creative careers die in the DMs, not because of bad talent, but bad communication. If you’re a part-time voice actor, designer, or creative try...
3 Deadly Business BLUNDERS New Voice Actors Make
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can your voice over career survive these rookie mistakes? Most miss #2—don’t let that be you!Are you pouring your heart into voice acting but not ...
4 VO Marketing SECRETS Nobody Tells Beginners
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop chasing clients! Start attracting them with 4 proven VO marketing secrets nobody’s teaching. Unlock the rookie mistakes sabotaging your booking...
From Side Hustle to Pro: The REAL Creative Career Path
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stuck in side hustle mode? Learn how to finally go full-time as a thriving creative pro!Unlock the real path from part-time freelancer to Creative CEO...
How To Get Your First PAYING Voice Over Clients Step by Step
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop waiting for your big break! Discover how to land your first VO clients, even if you’re brand new.Are you tired of endless auditions and no book...
How to Get Booked CONSISTENTLY as a Voice Actor
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop hustling for scraps! Discover the 3 levers every voice actor needs to go full-time (and/or level up) now!Are you tired of winging it and hoping f...
Men in VO: Its Time We Hold Each Other ACCOUNTABLE
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you going to break the silence and lead real change in the voiceover industry?In this frank video, I get into the uncomfortable truths facing men ...
The Work for Hire SCAM: Are You Losing THOUSANDS?
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are “work for hire” contracts stealing your future? Learn how to protect your voice and your income!If you’re a part-time voice actor dreaming o...
Stop GUESSING: Track These VO Business Numbers!
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stop guessing your way to VO success. Discover the metrics that turn talent into full-time income.Are you tired of hustling with little to show for it...
Stand Out or Get LOST: The VO Branding Wake Up Call
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secret to going full-time as a voice actor with a brand that truly converts. This video reveals how to build a powerful voiceover brand tha...
Demo Landing Pages that ATTRACT High-Paying Clients Fast
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secret to turning your voiceover demo reel into a client magnet. Discover how a genre-specific landing page can transform your VO career fr...
Why Most Voice Actors FAIL at Networking & How You Can Win BIG
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to Crush Your Next Networking Event? Here’s how.Most voice actors walk into events with no plan—and walk out wondering why they didn’t mak...
This Simple Strategy ATTRACTS VO Clients
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want more VO clients in addition to cold emails? Learn how to create a lead magnet that builds trust, grows your email list, and positions you as the ...
AI Is REWRITING Search. Is Your VO Site READY?
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is SEO Dead for Voice Actors in 2025? Not if you do this instead.In this video, we break down how AI has changed the way clients search and what voice...
Talent Manager vs. Talent Agent for Voice Acting: Read This BEFORE Signing Anything
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Talent Manager vs. Talent Agent for Voice Acting: What’s the Difference?Wondering whether you need an agent, a manager, or both as a voice actor? In...
Voiceover Client Referrals: Step-by-Step Guide for VO Pros
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want more voiceover clients in addition to cold outreach? A referral program might be the secret weapon you’re missing.In this video, we break down ...
Get Organized! Systems & Tools EVERY Voice Actor Should Use
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to stay organized in your voiceover business?You’re not alone—and the solution isn’t more gear. It’s better systems.In this video, ...
10 Marketing BLUNDERS Beginner Voice Actors Make
23 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a newer voice actor struggling to market yourself? You’re not alone—but you might be making a few rookie mistakes that are costing you cli...
BONUS Episode: Procrastination. Perfectionism. Imposter syndrome. Yeah… we’re going there.
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this bonus VO Pro Podcast episode, I sit down with psychologist and procrastination coach Dr. Christine Li — and we dive headfirst into the minds...
The REAL Reason Your Voiceover Business Isn’t Growing
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to get voiceover clients even though you’ve got the talent and the gear? You’re not alone—and it’s probably not your demo holding y...
6 Steps You're Missing & Why it's KILLING Your VO Business
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to find voiceover clients? You’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this video, we break down how to find voiceover...
THIS Is How You Beat AI as a Voice Actor
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI voices are here—and they’re not THAT awful. So where does that leave you as a professional voice actor?In this episode, we break down exactly h...
The 4 Social Media Content Types That Actually Get BOOKINGS
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to get booked more from social media — without going viral, dancing on TikTok, or posting random mic-and-headphones pics? In this video, I’m ...
10 Steps to Market Your VO Business WITHOUT Feeling Salesy
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marketing your voiceover business shouldn’t feel like selling your soul. If “promote your VO services” makes you break out in hives, this one’...
Is Voice Acting Right for You? The NO BS Truth No One Tells You
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about becoming a voice actor? Wondering if you’ve got what it takes to actually make money in the voiceover industry? In this video, I’...
Can AI Replace Voice Actors? The TRUTH About AI & VO Work
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Can AI really replace voice actors… or is that just hype? AI-generated voices are getting scary good—and fast. But what does that mean for...
Want a Thriving VO Business? MASTER This One Skill!
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a moment every voice actor dreams of—when a client emails, not for an audition, not to ask about rates, but to say, “Hey, we’ve got an...
How Much Should New Voice Actors Charge? The TRUTH About VO Rates
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If there’s one question every new single solitary voice actor who’s starting to seek work asks starting out it’s this: How much should I charge?...
$1.1M Audition! Why I PASSED and Maybe YOU Should Have Too
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why would anyone in their right mind PASS on a $1.1 million audition? And Paul, aren’t you the one always beating us over the head with, “Stand up...
Voiceover Beginner Starter Pack: What Gear Do You REALLY Need?
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So, you’ve decided to get into voiceover. Whether you’ve decided you want to do this as a career or just looking to make some cash on the side, ...
The Voice Actor’s SURVIVAL Guide to Direct Marketing
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marketing directly to prospects as a voice actor can feel like standing on a diving board, staring into the deep end, and wondering if there’s a sha...
8 MUST-HAVE Resources Voice Actors CAN'T Ignore, Newbie or Pro
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You have the passion, the talent, and the excitement to kill it into the world of voiceover. But there is more to success in this industry than having...
The 10 COMMANDMENTS of VO Every Voice Actor NEEDS
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Completely unlike Moses from the mountaintop, I bring you these 10 Commandment of Voice Over. Trust me, it’s not every day you get 10 commandments f...
Advocating for WOMEN in VO: Building Doors w/ Christy Harst
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fact: Women account for over 40% of the fan bases of the NFL, MLB, and NHL. Fact: Women comprise 47.7% of viewership of Super Bowl 58. Fact: Media...
The 7 BEST Tools for Voice Actors to FIND CLIENTS in 2025
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Voice acting is an art, but landing clients? That’s a science—and one that can feel like a unicorn hunt if you don’t have the right tools in you...
Casting Director Libby Clearfield of Voiceover Activate
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we sit down with Casting Director, VO Coach, voice actor, and head of Voiceover Activate, Libby Clearfield. Libby shares her journey from theate...
SEO for Voice Over: 7 Strategies to Improve Your RANK
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So recently a big healthcare advertising agency reached out to me through my website and handed me a great non-broadcast project for a massive pharmac...
Going Full-Time in Voice Over? 10 CRUCIAL Mindset Shifts!
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alright, let’s talk about the mental game of going full-time as a freelancer. I’m talking about the shifts that take you from “Hey, I’m doing ...
The Beginner’s Guide to Voice Over Conferences with Survival Guide
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re diving into voice over conferences—what they are, why they’re a must for serious voice actors, and how to navigate your first one l...
Making Wavs with Bobbi Maxwell and Kevin Kilpatrick
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Kilpatrick and Bobbi Maxwell, hosts of the Making Wavs podcast, join me to discuss their backgrounds in radio and how they transitioned into voi...
Tracy Lindley, Queen of LinkedIn, on VO, Marketing, and Kids
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this first-ever chat with our friend and colleague, we chat with the Queen of LinkedIn for VO, Tracey Lindley about her journey into the voiceover ...
How In-Perpetuity Contracts Can Limit Earnings in Voice Over
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alright, so you’ve landed a big commercial gig, and the client’s ready to pay you thousands to use your voice. You’re stoked, right? But then,...
The VO Strategist Tom Dheere: "Voice Over Is Contracting!"
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Dheere, known as the VO Strategist, shares his origin story as a voice actor and discusses the changes in the industry over the past 30 years. T...
The REAL PROBLEM with Voice Over - NOT What You Think!
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The current state of the voice over business is not the problem. Generative AI, the pay-to-plays, the glut of talent, the seemingly endless string of ...
The 14 BEST Voice Over PODCASTS in the Industry
16 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To me, a great VO podcast has to be current – this industry changes at light speed and if you’re last episode was 4 months ago or you publish when...
Erikka J: From P2Ps and Local Studios to VO of the YEAR
08 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we chat with the incredible Erikka J. and we cover a lot of ground, including imposter syndrome, Erikka's journey in the voiceover industry...
7 Habits of Highly Successful Voice Actors + 2 Bonus Tools
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every Olympian has a goal of winning gold. Every team starts the season with the goal of a championship. It’s the systems, the habits, that separate...
The VO Toolkit: 11 ESSENTIAL Apps for Your Voice Over Business
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are hundreds of apps out there to help run our voice acting businesses, but finding the right ones can be like finding a needle in a haystack. A...
Top Animation Coach Everett Oliver: "Animation Down 75%!"
11 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, an eye-opening chat with the best animation coach in the business, Everett Oliver, as we discuss the state of the animation business, Everett&a...
What To Do When It’s SLOW in Voice Over (YES, IT WORKS!)
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Just about everything in the voice over business slows down in June, July, and August. But I also hear a lot of talk about a more macro slowdown in ...
How to Get Started in Voice Over for Beginners: Complete Guide
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the problems with voice over advice on YouTube and in general is that it often comes from successful people. Stay with me. Among the things...
My Most HONEST, BLUNT ADVICE for Voice Actors (& Grown Ups)
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We need to talk. Whenever a conversation starts with that sentence, you know it’s going to be uncomfortable. But you need to hear this and I need to...
The 7 DEADLY Sins of Voice Over – NEVER DO THESE!
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are Seven Deadly Sins in voice over. Things you should never do under any circumstances, and things that, if you do try to get away with them, I...
The 2 BIGGEST Voice Over Marketing FEARS & Why They're BULL
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Voice actors are petrified of marketing their services. Today, we’re going to get into what those fears are, why they exist, and why they’re com...
THE 4 HOT Voice Over Genres in 2024 and the 3 that ARE NOT
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The voiceover industry is experiencing significant changes due to the rise of AI and ongoing strikes. However, there are still opportunities for hum...
Is Voices LISTENING, AI Legislation, and More w/Carin Gilfry
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carin Gilfry, founder of Voice Actors of New York City and co-founder of the National Association of Voice Actors, discusses the Vocation and eVocatio...
TOP 6 Ways to Get GREAT Clients/Partners and RECURRING WORK
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To be a successful business, you have to have great clients. What are great clients? They are ones that understand the value you provide, pay you well...
Mr. Versatile Thom Pinto - In-Show | Documentary | Commercial | Promo
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Thom Pinto is one of the most accomplished voice actors of the last 30 years. In a rare interview, Thom sits down with me and discusses his experience...
9 Networking No-Fail Nuggets for Non-Assertive Narrators
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is brought to you by the letter N - 9 Networking No-Fail Nuggets for Non-Assertive Narrators and Voice Actors Let’s face it, the v...
Mark Rider VO: Movie Trailers, Promos, Commercials, and WORK
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm so happy today to chat with my friend, Mark RIder, as he shares his journey from radio to voiceover and his experiences in the industry. Ri...
Terry Daniel: "That Sh*t Sticks With You For Life"
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome voice actor, head of UVT Coaching, and my one-time coach, Terry Daniel. Terry discusses his journey in the voiceover industry and his...
The UNFIXABLE MISTAKE You CANNOT Make in Voice Over
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are metric tons of bad mistakes you can make in voice over. You can have no training or be undertrained. You can have a bad recording space or b...
9 Engagement KILLERS to GET OFF Your Website NOW
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stop doing this dumb shit on your voice actor websites! Today we’re going to talk about the nine engagement killers that after you watch this vide...
Accountability Is NOT What You Think: Coach Amanda McKinney
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we chat with Amazon Best Selling Author and Accountability Coach, Amanda McKinney about the importance of accountability and goal-setting for en...
8 CRUCIAL Questions BEFORE You Go Full Time in Voice Over
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The decision to go full time in voice over or not may be the biggest decision you make in your career, and often one not easily made. There are so man...
Emma O'Neill: Homeless Student, Yoga Guru, Top Voice Actor
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our chat today, Emma and I talk about her journey into voiceover, from discovering the industry to joining an agency and building her business. S...
The Beginner’s SIMPLE Guide to Voice Over Training
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You’re brand new to voice over and you think you want to become a voice actor. So how do you get started? Your first real step will be to start tr...
4 Ways to Look Like a BEGINNER Voice Actor – DON’T DO THIS!
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of voice over, if you want to stand out like a sore thumb and look like a beginner there are a multitude of ways to do that. In today’...
From $5 a Holler to KILLING IT with AUTHENTICITY: Troy Holden
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, we chat with voice actor, Troy Holden. We talk about Troy's background, growing up in Nashville, and the influence of trans...
Voices CEO UNANNOUNCED Pop-in at VO Atlanta: FIREWORKS ENSUE
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There was a surprise, stealthy, mystery guest this year at VO Atlanta, and fireworks ensued! There I was, on stage in the main ballroom at VO Atlant...
How to Set PROPER PRO Rates by KNOWING Your Worth
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not all voice actors know how to set proper rates. Fewer still know what proper rates are. Even fewer quote them consistently. Very few voice actors n...
What Voice Actors Can Learn from Photographers: Freelancer Series
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Voice actors and photographers have more in common as freelancers than you think, especially regarding marketing. Jeanine McLeod, a successful childre...
Lisa Biggs: The Unravelling of a Voice Over Reputation
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The following post appeared December 21st, 2023 on the VOcation Facebook Group: “Hey everyone. I didn’t want to have to make this post, but I’m ...
Dervla Trainor: P2P Auditioning a HUSTLE. Marketing EASIER!
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The lovely and talented Dervla Trainor, a successful voice actor and creator of the VO Kickstart program, joins the podcast to discuss her journey in ...
5 BIG CHANGES to LinkedIn in 2024: What VOs NEED to Know
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
LinkedIn has a ton of big changes coming in 2024 and if you’re not up to date, you could be missing huge opportunities and getting left behind. Link...
TikTok VO Maven Mandy Fisher: Social Media Made Me ANGRY
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mandy Fisher, known as @astoriaredhead on TikTok, shares her voiceover journey and insights into the industry. She started as a child actor and transi...
How To Get a Voice Over AGENT: 3 BIG Questions, 3 Big Answers
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I got a message last week from one of our VO Pro members who says, “I have a topic that could go down a BIG rabbit hole! For all us newbies out here...
Toby Ricketts: "It's NEVER Been Harder” To Be a Voice Actor!
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My guest today is not just a highly experienced voice actor of over 20 years. He is also the head of Gravy for the Brain Oceania and runs his own voic...
7 Voice Over Audition Red Flags – RUN, DON’T WALK AWAY
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Auditions are the lifeblood of any voice actor. They are the main way we compete and win work in our business. Assuming you’re properly trained an...
3 HARD FACTS for Freelancers & Voice Actors - Straight Truth
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If I asked 100 voice actors to tell me what they do for a living, how many do you think would use the word freelance? Probably zero. The truth is, if ...
J Michael Collins: "P2Ps Are in DECLINE" - Full Interview
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our chat with J. Michael Collins, he emphasizes the importance of using voiceover sites wisely and not overspending on memberships. He also highlig...
Voice Over CONFERENCES 2024 – Downloadable Calendar
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Last year we started our Voice Over Conference Calendar here on the channel and it was a hit. I got a lot of feedback, comments on the video last year...
Jim Cooper: Cancer, Caregiving, and Voice Over
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, my guest is audiobook narrator, voice actor, and author, Jim Cooper. Jim shares his experience as a caregiver for his wife Sally duri...
Jen Greenfield Takes Her Moonshot. Routinely.
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My guest today can probably best be described as a force. When she's in the room, you know it. She is a successful voice actor. She helps people ...
8 Strategies To Vet Reputable Coaching & Demo Production
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are currently at the time we’re filming this, allegations against a specific voiceover coach and demo producer. The concerning part of these a...
Linda Bruno: "You Have To Be HUNGRY"
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Linda Bruno has been doing voiceover for a hot minute. Since the '90s. She started out with big, big dreams and made it all happen. She's vo...