Expert Articles, How-Tos and Instructionals

Audiobooks

Where did audiobooks come from? Who records them and how do they get published? Learn about the market, how to publish your own audiobook and read industry statistics that will get you on your way.

Audio Recording Technology

Are you new to audio recording and would appreciate some guidance? Read articles about the history of audio recording, learn about the technology itself and how it is used. Access instructional podcasts and listen at your leisure.

Broadcast Radio

Curious about the origins of broadcast radio? Interested in working in this space as an on-air talent, copywriter or production? Find resources that will help you discover this area of voice over work.

Celebrities

Have a favorite celebrity voice actor? Who's readily (or not so readily) recognizable voice has been catching ears in commercials, animated films and cartoons? Learn about celebrity voice casts, read interviews with the voice of Dora, Spider-Man, Dilbert and so on.

Industry Research

See how we are serving your industry with background information and detailed research about how voice-overs are used in a variety of industries.

Languages, Accents and Dialects

Are you a fan of words and how they are formed? Maybe your passion resides in accents and dialects. Whatever your interest, you'll find great articles about linguistics, the International Phonetic Alphabet, speech and language disorders and then some.

Legal Issues

How does copyright affect voice over talent with regard to copy, music used in audio recordings such as demos and finished work? Hear about how the law and voice acting intersect in areas such as celebrity impressions, demos and more.

Market Research

Need some quick stats and facts? Voices.com has consolidated a number of resources featuring statistics pertaining to social media, podcasting, advertising, audiobooks, business, telecommunications, video gaming and more. Learn about standard pay and how voice over related to the above.

Podcasting

Producing a podcast? Need help with some of the particulars such as planning your podcast, scripting, picking a voice, audio recording and editing or mixing? Find out everything you need to know to create a podcast through submitting it to podcasting directories such as iTunes.

Music Recording and Music Production

Need to add music to your project? Looking for a music producer? Whether you are looking for tips on music production or to be connected with a professional, you'll find handy resources to help you achieve your goal including royalty-free music and sound effects.

TV Ads and Television Commercial Production

Are you making a television commercial? Do you love commercials? If you are looking for industry knowledge, assistance with production elements or articles about voice overs on television, you'll find a treasure trove here.

Unions and Industry Associations

Looking for information regarding some of the world's biggest performer's unions and or guilds? Read about organizations such as AFTRA, SAG, ACTRA, Equity. Also hear from union and non-union talent to learn more about their decision to be unionized or not.