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Voice Acting can be a very rewarding career path in many ways. As artists, we are able to showcase our creativity, ingenuity, and commitment on a daily basis. But one of the biggest challenges of the voiceover industry is facing rejection way more often than experiencing big wins. For years, I have focused my business […]

As a freelance voiceover artist, one of the most important things you can focus on is learning how to set your voiceover rates. This includes becoming familiar with industry standard rates, quoting your services appropriately, and making sure you’re never undercharging or overcharging for the work you will do. Being both a savvy business person […]

While a formal education in voiceover is not a requirement or even an expectation in most cases, it can be a very valuable investment for aspiring voice actors. There are many ways to achieve success in the voiceover world, but there is no match for great training. It’s up to each individual to determine which […]

Many voiceover artists are wondering where to find voiceover work in 2025. There are many strategies, but some of the most effective ones include working with agents and managers, internal rosters, casting sites and pay-to-plays, social media, and direct marketing. When voice actors use multiple options, their opportunities increase tremendously. Anyone who knows me knows […]

Getting into voiceover involves several steps including learning industry standards and setting yourself up for success with proper training and equipment. Learning from respected coaches, investing in a home setup, finding auditions, meeting casting directors and agents, and marketing yourself are just some of the steps new voice actors can take to acclimate to the […]

There are a multitude of projects that would benefit greatly from hiring a professional voice actor. The possibilities are truly vast. From social media ads to corporate presentations, businesses, events, and service providers can increase their likelihood of success by including a professional voice actor on their team as needed.  Professional voice actors add something […]

So your kid wants to be a voice actor! What does that mean for you and for them? As children begin to develop their unique personalities, their interest in entertainment, commercials, animation, and video games might just give them the idea to pursue voiceover work. If this is an endeavor that you want to support, […]

One of the most frequent questions I am asked is about seeking agent representation for voiceover work. To some it feels elusive or unattainable, but what many voiceover artists may not realize is that there are several different ways to meet, connect with, and begin working with a new agent. Here are some of my […]

This week, Gina Scarpa was honored to be named as a finalist in the 2023 Reed Awards. This recognition is in the category of Best Use of Voice-Over Talent in an Online Video. The Reed Awards and Conference is a major event recognizing political campaign professionals. The conference and awards ceremony will be held in […]

Being a successful voice-over artist requires so much of us on a daily basis, not the least of which is a strong familiarity with the way the business works as a whole. It’s truly not enough just to be talented or capable in the booth. Understanding the ins and outs of the industry can make […]