You’ve probably been there before, browsing through auditions
and then you see it: a voice over gig that you just KNOW would be perfect for
you. The project is right, the pay is right, and everything about it just seems
perfect. But hold on a minute, because there a few things you need to check
over before signing up for the audition - namely, is this project REALLY right
for you?
Technical
The first area you need to look at is whether or not the work
will be a technical fit. In other words, can you meet requirements such as
gender, language, and skills? The client has probably also included some
specific information about what sort of sound they’re looking for, and who
their audience is. Knowing this can also help you make sure you’re a good match
for the project.
Artistic
Artistic fit is also important, as you need to be able to
match the vocal capabilities necessary for the project. Understanding where
your strengths and weaknesses as an artist lie can help you determine if you
can meet the project’s artistic needs. Areas such as vocal range, accent
skills, and reading style all fall under this category, so do some reflecting
on whether or not what you have to offer will be the right fit.
Values
Finally, the last piece of this puzzle has to do with the
values associated with the project, and if they’re in line with your own. For
example, let’s say you’ve found a project that would be great for you both
technically and artistically, but you don’t really agree with the message the
brand is delivering. Now you need to ask yourself if you’re really comfortable
with being the voice of this message. If you’re not, then it may be best to
move on to the next project.
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