The top voice related jobs are in the film, radio and television industry. Being purely subjective, let's say the top jobs are the most glamorous ones, the ones most voice talents dream about. From voicing a character in a major animated motion picture to being the next Howard Stern. Voice jobs are plentiful, but so is the competition. Obtaining one of these top ten coveted jobs takes playing at the top of your game, always being prepared and of course the biggie, staying connected-it will always be who you know that gives you a leg up to the big opportunity.
Animated Movie Voice Overs
Ben Stiller does it; Cameron Diaz does it and so do just about another thousand celebrities. However, take a look at a list of voice characters for a megahit animated film and you'll see a ton of names you don't recognize, some doing the voices of the main characters. So there's a chance for the "everyday voice" to get one of these prime jobs, too.
Radio DJ
Don Imus and Howard Stern started out as DJs and reached celebrity status that can't be touched. If you would like to get your start in radio, there are plenty of DJ jobs to be had all over the country-the industry is always looking for new talent. Someone with a great voice, a great personality, and the ability to think fast on their feet and work the equipment at the same time, are desirable. Although, DJ jobs don't pay much in the smaller markets, DJs still get the fame of being someone who people listen to day in and day out.
Radio Talk Show Host
If you have a really great voice and have something to say that people want to hear then this job is for you. Rush Limbaugh and Dr. Laura Schlessinger are perfect examples of this, and have become very famous. Some voice talents that aspire to having their own shows are starting off with podcasts on the Internet and getting their names out from there. It's a tough and competitive industry, but keep on dreaming the dream and work hard and maybe, you'll get your day under the red "On Air" light someday.
On Air Voice Talent
Playing a side kick to a radio show host or DJ can be fun and get you noticed. Just think of all the voices you hear on one radio show on a typical drive to the store. These shows aren't the work of one individual voice, but it takes many interacting to keep an audience's attention. You may not be the star of the show, but your voice and talent can make you a star nonetheless. You could also report the news and sports as an alternative option.
Movie, Television, Documentary Narrator
Quite a few of today's movies, TV shows and documentaries are narrated. For example, the animated film Polar Express was narrated, the TV show Grey's Anatomy is narrated and the Ken Burn's documentary on the National Parks was narrated. Even films at Sea World are narrated--some by the great "God voice" of James Earl Jones. But you don't have to be famous to get one of these great jobs, but you could get famous from doing one.
Broadcaster
When you think of broadcasters, sportscasters and news reporters might come to mind. Howard Cosell was a very famous sports announcer, who covered many a game. Sure broadcaster's faces pop up on the screen from time to time, but the majority of the job is voice over work. News reporters do voice work as well, on news segments that are showing an event or happening on the TV, they are the voices behind the news segment. These jobs may sound glamorous, but the working conditions can be tough and long hours are involved. You still have a shot at fame, though and working up to a higher pay and more exposure is in the cards.
Commercial Voice Overs
Doing a voice over for a toilet paper commercial or a feminine product ad may not be what you are dreaming of, but these types of jobs could lead to bigger and better products like Cadillac or Apple. Shoot for what is available and work your way up from there. Not all products are sold by celebrities, even though it seems like it.
Audiobook Narrator
Think of a book and more than likely there is an audio book companion. To be an audio book voice talent it takes acting ability, dialect and accent skills and the ability to read long chapters without hesitation. There are plenty of jobs to keep you busy in this part of the voice industry.
Voice Overs for Museum and Show Exhibits
Have you ever visited a museum, zoo or show exhibit and heard a voice telling a story about it? Think of all the thousands of people your voice would reach while teaching them a thing or two. This field would be fulfilling and fun.
· Museum and Show Exhibit Jobs
Audio/Video Multimedia Producer
There was an ad online for an audio/video producer for the Cirque shows in Las Vegas-how cool would that be to play a major role in the incredible Cirque productions? These are the types of jobs that are out there. Audio/video producers work behind the scenes making sure the voices, the music and the action on the screen or in a show all match up. They produce the stellar work behind some of the greatest TV shows, films and performance productions.
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