The VoiceMe Podcast

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The VoiceMe Podcast. Information and advice on the world of voiceover, hosted by Andrew Sutherland, founder of VoiceMe South Africa - The South African Search Directory for Voice Artists. and Related Services - www.voiceme.co.za

  1. Episode 047 - The Client’s POV - What They Really Hear

    09/16/2025

    Episode 047 - The Client’s POV - What They Really Hear

    Welcome to the VoiceMe Podcast — information and advice on the world of voiceover, presented by voiceme.co.za, the South African Search Directory for Voice Artists and Related Services. I’m Andrew Sutherland, founder of voiceme.co.za, and today we’re stepping into a perspective that voice artists don’t often get to hear — the client’s. Topics in this episode: • Why clients use abstract language when giving notes • What they actually care about (it’s simpler than you think) • How to translate vague direction into actionable performance • Ways to manage contradictory feedback from multiple stakeholders • Practical strategies to become a “translator” clients trust More Info: VoiceMe - voiceme.co.za Profiles & Pricing - voiceme.co.za/support#pandp Support - support@voiceme.co.za Phone - 0861 VOICEME (0861 864 2363) Whatsapp - Andrew Sutherland (Bigmouth Studios & VoiceMe) Facebook - @VoiceMeSA Twitter - @VoiceMeSA Instagram - @VoiceMeSA LinkedIn - @VoiceMeSA

    32 min
  2. Episode 046 - Marketing Outside the VO Bubble

    09/02/2025

    Episode 046 - Marketing Outside the VO Bubble

    Welcome to the VoiceMe Podcast — information and advice on the world of voiceover, presented by voiceme.co.za, the South African search directory for voice artists and related services. I’m Andrew Sutherland, founder of voiceme.co.za, and in this episode, we’re diving into a topic that could change the way you think about finding work - Marketing Outside the VO Bubble. Topics in this episode: Why the VO bubble is so crowded, and how to stand out by stepping outside it. Which industries are ripe for voiceover work (and often overlooked). How to reframe your marketing so it speaks your client’s language, not just VO jargon. Practical strategies: partnerships, case studies, and cold outreach that works. The challenges of educating first-time clients, and how to turn them into loyal, repeat business relationships. More Info: VoiceMe - voiceme.co.za Profiles & Pricing - voiceme.co.za/support#pandp Support - support@voiceme.co.za Phone - 0861 VOICEME (0861 864 2363) Whatsapp - Andrew Sutherland (Bigmouth Studios & VoiceMe) Facebook - @VoiceMeSA Twitter - @VoiceMeSA Instagram - @VoiceMeSA LinkedIn - @VoiceMeSA

    13 min
  3. Episode 045 - Demos Done Right

    08/19/2025

    Episode 045 - Demos Done Right

    Welcome to the VoiceMe Podcast — information and advice on the world of voiceover, presented by voiceme.co.za — the South African Search Directory for Voice Artists and Related Services. I’m Andrew Sutherland, founder of voiceme.co.za, and today we’re talking about one of the most powerful tools in your entire voiceover career — your demo. Topics in this episode: What a Demo Is (and Isn’t) Booking Scenarios from Specific Demos How to craft your demo like a powerful sales tool The pros and cons of a single multi-clip reel vs individual clips Tips for Updating and Refining Your Demo Over Time More Info: VoiceMe - voiceme.co.za Profiles & Pricing - voiceme.co.za/support#pandp Support - support@voiceme.co.za Phone - 0861 VOICEME (0861 864 2363) Whatsapp - Andrew Sutherland (Bigmouth Studios & VoiceMe) Facebook - @VoiceMeSA Twitter - @VoiceMeSA Instagram - @VoiceMeSA LinkedIn - @VoiceMeSA

    35 min
  4. Episode 044 - How to Build Repeat Clients

    08/05/2025

    Episode 044 - How to Build Repeat Clients

    Welcome to the VoiceMe Podcast, Information and advice on the world of voiceover, presented by voiceme.co.za - The South African Search Directory for Voice Artists and Related Services. I’m Andrew Sutherland, founder of VoiceMe and in this episode we’re going to dig into one of the most valuable skills you can learn as a voice artist: building repeat clients. Topics in this episode: Why repeat clients are such a game changer The five essential client retention behaviours that lead to repeat business Simple daily routines and habits that can help you establish trust and loyalty Common mistakes that make clients disappear More Info: VoiceMe - voiceme.co.za Profiles & Pricing - voiceme.co.za/support#pandp Support - support@voiceme.co.za Phone - 0861 VOICEME (0861 864 2363) Whatsapp - Andrew Sutherland (Bigmouth Studios & VoiceMe) Facebook - @VoiceMeSA Twitter - @VoiceMeSA Instagram - @VoiceMeSA LinkedIn - @VoiceMeSA

    23 min
  5. Episode 043 - Cold Outreach That Doesn't Feel Cold

    07/22/2025

    Episode 043 - Cold Outreach That Doesn't Feel Cold

    Welcome to the VoiceMe Podcast, Information and advice on the world of voiceover, presented by voiceme.co.za - The South African Search Directory for Voice Artists and Related Services. I’m Andrew Sutherland, founder of VoiceMe, and today we’re going to talk about something that tends to make even seasoned voice artists squirm: cold outreach.   Topics in this episode: Cold Outreach Strategies Crafting Relevant Messages Following Up with Leads Related VoiceMe Podcast Episodes https://voiceme.podbean.com/e/episode-006-getting-vo-work-marketing/ https://voiceme.podbean.com/e/episode-011-features-and-benefits-in-voiceover-marketing/ https://voiceme.podbean.com/e/episode-012-how-to-slide-into-your-client-s-inbox/   More Info: VoiceMe - voiceme.co.za Profiles & Pricing - voiceme.co.za/support#pandp Support - support@voiceme.co.za Phone - 0861 VOICEME (0861 864 2363) Whatsapp - Andrew Sutherland (Bigmouth Studios & VoiceMe) Facebook - @VoiceMeSA Twitter - @VoiceMeSA Instagram - @VoiceMeSA LinkedIn - @VoiceMeSA

    12 min
  6. Episode 042 - Burnout and The VO Reset

    07/08/2025

    Episode 042 - Burnout and The VO Reset

    Welcome to the VoiceMe Podcast, Information and advice on the world of voiceover, presented by voiceme.co.za - The South African Search Directory for Voice Artists and Related Services. I’m Andrew Sutherland, founder of VoiceMe, and today we’re tackling something raw, real, and deeply human: burnout. Topics in this episode: Creative burnout and how to reset More Info: VoiceMe - voiceme.co.za Profiles & Pricing - voiceme.co.za/support#pandp Support - support@voiceme.co.za Phone - 0861 VOICEME (0861 864 2363) Whatsapp - Andrew Sutherland (Bigmouth Studios & VoiceMe) Facebook - @VoiceMeSA Twitter - @VoiceMeSA Instagram - @VoiceMeSA LinkedIn - @VoiceMeSA

    8 min
  7. Episode 041 - SAGA and The Fight for South African Actors Rights

    06/24/2025

    Episode 041 - SAGA and The Fight for South African Actors Rights

    Welcome to the VoiceMe Podcast — information and advice on the world of voiceover, presented by voiceme.co.za, the South African search directory for voice artists and related services. I’m Andrew Sutherland, founder of voiceme.co.za, and in this episode, I want to talk about one of the most urgent and critical issues facing the creative industry in South Africa today: the rights of actors and performers, and the complex, ongoing fight to secure fair treatment, legal protections, and sustainable careers in this space. Topics in this episode: Why SAGA is crucial for industry reform The real threat of AI to voice and performance work What the 2025 Competition Commission exemption means for rate recommendations Horrific real-world examples of performer exploitation And most importantly: what you can do today to create change Links: SAGA Website - https://www.saguildofactors.co.za/ SAGA on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/saguildofactors/ SAGA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/southafricanguildofactors/ SAGA on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/saguildofactors/ SAGA on X - https://x.com/SAGActors More Info: VoiceMe - voiceme.co.za Profiles & Pricing - voiceme.co.za/support#pandp Support - support@voiceme.co.za Phone - 0861 VOICEME (0861 864 2363) Whatsapp - Andrew Sutherland (Bigmouth Studios & VoiceMe) Facebook - @VoiceMeSA Twitter - @VoiceMeSA Instagram - @VoiceMeSA LinkedIn - @VoiceMeSA

    13 min
  8. Episode 040 - Decoding Scripts Like a Director

    06/10/2025

    Episode 040 - Decoding Scripts Like a Director

    Welcome to the VoiceMe Podcast, Information and advice on the world of voiceover, presented by voiceme.co.za - The South African Search Directory for Voice Artists and Related Services. I’m Andrew Sutherland, founder of VoiceMe and in this episode and today we’re exploring not just how to read a script, but how to solve it — like a director, analyst, or emotional interpreter. Topics in this episode: A 5-step process to uncover subtext and emotional purpose How to direct yourself with intent (even when no one else is) Real examples of adapting the same line for different genres Methods to sharpen interpretive skill More Info: VoiceMe - voiceme.co.za Profiles & Pricing - voiceme.co.za/support#pandp Support - support@voiceme.co.za Phone - 0861 VOICEME (0861 864 2363) Whatsapp - Andrew Sutherland (Bigmouth Studios & VoiceMe) Facebook - @VoiceMeSA Twitter - @VoiceMeSA Instagram - @VoiceMeSA LinkedIn - @VoiceMeSA

    21 min
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The VoiceMe Podcast. Information and advice on the world of voiceover, hosted by Andrew Sutherland, founder of VoiceMe South Africa - The South African Search Directory for Voice Artists. and Related Services - www.voiceme.co.za

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  • Creator
    Andrew Sutherland
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved, VoiceMe, a division of Bigmouth Studios (Pty) Ltd
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