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With local Voice Over Gigs in Hull, it is necessary to get to the studio in Hull. I am finding myself turning jobs down because of a lack of available talent locally. Gigs are on a first come first serve basis and reliability is essential. This is a genuine and ongoing opportunity and no cash is required up front to participate.
With the voice over gigs in Hull…
It is important to have English as a first language and be able to read English confidently. I am offered assignments every week, they can be as short as 30 minutes or run for a number of days. Remuneration can be very good. Working with online clients may be £65 for a 30 minute gig, but also gigs worth £100’s or £1000’s depending on the level of skill needed and client.
It may help to send me a few demos, but don’t be intimidated by this. I can get a good handle on your potential with just a smartphone recording.
A typical brief would be….
Feel free to contact me by email or on Linkedin if you are interested or just want to discuss the matter further. Send me a 1 minute intro from your smartphone so I can get a sense of your voice and how you work.
I will be updating the many gigs available on a weekly basis in my posts page on here …. Voice Over Musings
What Makes a Good Voice-Over Demo?
For voice over gigs in Hull sometimes an accent can be an advantage sometimes not. Quite often a neutral UK accent is needed but this is not always the case so it certainly would be worth still sending something in if you have a broad Yorshire accent or Uk Canadian, USA English, African English and so forth.
If you are considering applying for voice-over work, the demo you send is often your first audition. Before submitting, it is worth checking for a few common issues that can distract from an otherwise excellent performance.
Mouth Clicks and Lip Smacks
Small mouth noises are one of the most common problems in home recordings. Once noticed, they can be difficult to ignore. Listen carefully through headphones before sending your demo and remove any obvious clicks where practical.
Plosives and Pops
Words beginning with “P” and “B” can create bursts of air that hit the microphone and produce an unpleasant popping sound. A pop filter and good microphone positioning will usually solve the problem.
Incorrect Microphone Distance
Recording too close can create excessive bass and breathing noises. Recording too far away can make your voice sound distant and echoey. A consistent distance from the microphone generally produces the most professional results.
Background Noise
Computer fans, traffic, central heating systems, mobile phone interference and even birds outside the window can find their way into recordings. Before submitting a demo, listen for anything other than your voice.
Over-Editing
Modern software can perform miracles, but it is possible to overdo it. Excessive noise reduction, compression or other processing can leave a recording sounding unnatural. In most cases, a clean recording with light processing is preferable to one that has been heavily manipulated.
Volume Problems
If listeners constantly need to adjust their volume controls, something has gone wrong. Aim for a clear, consistent level throughout the recording.
Rushed Delivery
Many voice actors speak faster than they realise. Take your time and allow the script to breathe. Clients are assessing clarity and communication, not how many words you can fit into a minute.
Send Your Best Work
A thirty-second demo containing your strongest material will usually create a better impression than several minutes of weaker recordings. Quality almost always beats quantity.
Ultimately, clients are looking for a recording that sounds natural, professional and easy to listen to. Good microphone technique and attention to detail can often make a bigger difference than expensive equipment.