Atlanta Voiceover Studio

Atlanta Voiceover Studio

The Atlanta Voiceover Studio's mission is to EQUIP, INSPIRE and ELEVATE by giving YOU the resources YOU need to create the voiceover career you want. This podcast features interviews with industry professionals (agents, producers, successful VO talent, etc) to give you more insight into the world of VO. Hosts, as well as owners of The Atlanta Voiceover Studio, Mike Stoudt and Heidi Rew are full-time VO talent, actors and a real-life married couple. Join them as they uncover some of the keys to navigating a career in voiceover with some of the top VO professionals. BONUS: If you'd like a FREE VO tip every Monday morning to jump start your week, sign up here: https://bit.ly/2VUshuc

  1. 3D AGO

    Episode 90: ANIMATION with Katie Leigh (Muppets, Adventures in Odyssey & more)

    Katie Leigh is a Los Angeles-based voice actress and coach with over 40 years of experience. She specializes in kid and character voices for television, film, toys, games, apps, ads, and e-learning. Leigh is known for her roles as Connie Kendall in Adventures in Odyssey, Baby Rowlf in Jim Henson's Muppet Babies, and Honker Muddlefoot in Darkwing Duck. In this episode, we talk about: - How is animation different NOW - Katie's animation audition preparation and process - Most important skills in animation today - How to leverage animation bookings to make more money - Lessons learned from being directed in animation sessions Learn more about Katie HERE (https://www.katieleigh.com/) Purchase her Itty Bitty Book of Codependency HERE (https://www.katieleigh.com/books-audio) Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Animation and Video Games DIALECTS workshop (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/animation-vs-video-game-acting-with-an-ear-toward-dialects/) Audiobook Performance Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/audiobook-performance-virtual-class/) Secrets to Sounding Like You Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-secret-to-sounding-like-you-class/) - Starts Jan 7th Script Workout with Jill Perry (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-vo-virtual-script-workout/) Acting for Animation and Video Games Class with Arianna Ratner (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-acting-for-animation-and-video-games/) CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership - https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

    49 min
  2. 12/01/2025

    Episode 89: How to Book Voice Over Work

    Have you ever wondered, "How do I book more voice over work?" Maybe you're a seasoned pro but have hit a booking lull? This is the episode for you! Hear from Atlanta Voiceover Studio owners, instructors and engineers (all with VO careers) share their tips on booking more VO work and getting out of booking slumps. *Hear from: * Heidi Rew (AVS Co-Owner (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/about-our-team-heidi-rew/)) Aaron Goodson (Beginner Intensive Instructor (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-beginner-voiceover-intensive-class/)) Arianna Ratner (Animation and Video Game Instructor (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-acting-for-animation-and-video-games/)) Marissa Clay (class and workshop engineer) Steve Henderson (Secrets to Sounding Like You Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-secret-to-sounding-like-you-class/) Instructor) Gabby Naylor (Engineer for Jill's Monday Night Beginner Intensive Class) Edilio Diaz (Engineer for Trevor's Thursday Night Beginner Intensive Class) Books Mentioned by Arianna Ratner The Art of Acting (https://amzn.to/3WCbZXj) Building a Character (https://amzn.to/43JNR93) Find these and other VO books HERE (kit.co/provoiceovertraining) Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Give & Learn (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/give-learn-2025/)- December 5th Animation and Video Games DIALECTS workshop (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/animation-vs-video-game-acting-with-an-ear-toward-dialects/) Audiobook Performance Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/audiobook-performance-virtual-class/) Secrets to Sounding Like You Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-secret-to-sounding-like-you-class/) - Starts Jan 7th Script Workout with Jill Perry (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-vo-virtual-script-workout/) CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership - https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

    21 min
  3. 11/01/2025

    Episode 88: Navigating a Voice Over Career with ADHD expert Rachael Barron

    Rachael Barron is a graduate of Emory University and the founder of Effective Students. Effective Students help adults and children by teaching skills like time management, organization, planning, prioritization, flexible thinking, and self-monitoring through coaching, classes and resources. *What We Cover: * * What IS ADHD? * How can you know if you have it? * How can someone with ADHD get the most out of learning a new skill? * How can instructors/teachers/coaches help? * What tools and tips are useful for navigating your VO business? * Goal Setting, Time Management, Navigating Rejection and more Download "My Available Time Resource" HERE (https://info.effectivestudents.com/free-time-management-download?hsCtaAttrib=181559714637) Learn more about Effective Students and the resources they provide HERE (https://effectivestudents.com/) Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Give & Learn (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/give-learn-2025/)- December 5th Animation & Video Game Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-acting-for-animation-and-video-games/) with Arianna Ratner Intro to VO Workshop for Kids (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-intro-to-voiceover-for-kids-workshop/) Intro to VO Workshop for Adults (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-intro-to-voiceover-workshop/) (Last of 2025) Script Workout with Jill Perry (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-vo-virtual-script-workout/) CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership for just $25/month - https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

    31 min
  4. 10/01/2025

    Episode 87: What is NAVA (National Association of Voice Actors)?

    Have you heard of NAVA (National Association of Voice Actors)? Who are they? What do they do? How do they benefit you? Find out as we talk to leaders of NAVA - Carin Gilfry, Tim Friedlander and Matthew Parham. *What We Cover: * * Health Insurance Coverage through NAVA * How NAVA Started * What To Do if You Learn Your Voice was Replicated without your Permission * We pull back the curtain on NAVA's Political Activism * No Fakes Act + AB412 Update * Why lawmakers were laughing at Tim in this clip (https://www.instagram.com/reel/DMdNHiCCi9P/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NDFnbTNnYnp2YTVq) * NAVA's AI Rider - What is it + When to use it Join NAVA and Learn More HERE (https://navavoices.org/) Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Intro to VO Workshop for Kids (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-intro-to-voiceover-for-kids-workshop/) RE-BRANDING Character of You Class to Secrets to Sounding Like You (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-secret-to-sounding-like-you-class/) Script Workout with Jill Perry (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-vo-virtual-script-workout/) CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership for just $25/month - https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

    35 min
  5. 09/01/2025

    Episode 86: VO RATES with GVAA CEO David Rosenthal

    David Rosenthal is a voice actor, coach, casting director, and educator with over 25 years in the industry. As CEO of the Global Voice Acting Academy, he’s mentored talent and celebrities, guiding them to deliver powerful, authentic performances. His diverse career includes booking thousands of voice‑over jobs—commercials, narrations, documentaries—and voicing nearly 70 video games. The Global Voice Acting Academy or GVAA provides VO training and coaching, as well as the primary non-union voice over GVAA rate guide. *What We Cover In This Episode: * * How David Quit VO * How the GVAA Rate Guide Came to Be * VO Rates Explained * Walk Through an Example with David * Helpful Tool in Determining and Negotiating Rates (in addition to the GVAA Rate Guide) * AI/Synthetic Voice Rates Global Voice Acting Academy (https://globalvoiceacademy.com/) - The Rate Guide (https://globalvoiceacademy.com/gvaa-rate-guide-2/) - GVAA On-Demand (https://gvaaondemand.com/) (access the webinar mentioned in episode here) To see a visual clip of the GVAA Rate Guide, check out the Atlanta Voiceover Studio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Find Your Voice with Daniel Ross (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-find-your-voice-workshop/) The Character of You Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-the-character-of-you-class/) (Learn how to bring your authentic voice to scripts) Script Workout with Jill Perry (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-vo-virtual-script-workout/) Audiobook Performance Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/audiobook-performance-virtual-class/) CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership for just $25/month - https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

    42 min
  6. 08/01/2025

    Episode 85: VO CASTING with Lance Kistler

    Lance Kistler is a seasoned casting director and co-owner of KAMP Productions (a.k.a. KAMPcasting), operating across New York City and Metro Detroit. With over a decade of experience in commercial, film, voiceover, print, and talent casting, Lance has cast talent for major commercial clients: brands like McDonald’s, Geico, Verizon, Nissan, Bank of America, Bose, Disney + Whirlpool, Zaxby’s (with Brad Paisley), Toyota, Captain D’s, State Farm, Samsung, among many others. *In this Episode, we talk about: * * Misconceptions about voice over casting * How many final choices do clients want to hear + why * Mistakes voice actors make in auditions * Lance’s thoughts on AI Connect with Lance on LinkedIn HERE (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lance-kistler-70b48161/) Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Find Your Voice with Daniel Ross (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-find-your-voice-workshop/) The Character of You Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-the-character-of-you-class/) (Learn how to bring your authentic voice to scripts) Script Workout with Jill Perry (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-vo-virtual-script-workout/) Character of You Workout with Steve Henderson (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-character-of-you-virtual-workout/) Audiobook Performance Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/audiobook-performance-virtual-class/) CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership for just $25/month - https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

    31 min
  7. 07/01/2025

    Episode 84: PODCASTING for Voice Actors with Caroline Slaughter and DonTae Hodge

    CAROLINE SLAUGHTER, award-winning filmmaker, podcaster, writer, director and voice actor. Most recently, Caroline wrote and directed Tom Slick: Mystery Hunter starring Owen Wilson, Sissy Spacek and Schuyler Fisk with script collaboration from Jeb Stuart (Die Hard, Vikings: Valhalla). Her iHeart podcast Astray debuted in the top 15 podcasts nationally. It is being developed into a documentary feature with Scout Productions and adapted by School of Humans into a scripted series written by Caroline. DONTAE HODGE is an Emmy-nominated Audio Engineer and Music Producer DonTaé's career highlights include multiple Audie Awards and an Emmy nomination for his work alongside Stacey Abrams. From designing immersive soundscapes for podcasts to engineering live productions and scoring music, his work reflects a passion for storytelling through sound. He has collaborated with some of the most recognized voices and brands in the industry, blending technical expertise with creative artistry. *In this Episode, we talk about: * * The Journey of the Tom Slick podcast * Finding YOUR voice through podcasting * What you can gain from podcasting, as a voice actor * Tool for streamlining the process Most efficient podcast setup for voice actors Podcast Recording Studios Best audio levels for podcasts Biggest audio mistakes in podcasting How to prep the guests audio Where to find sound effects and music for podcasts LINKS IN SHOW Descript (https://get.descript.com/e1w32km2pyg4) Riverside.fm (https://riverside.sjv.io/3JLMmB) FreeSound (https://freesound.org/) Epidemic Sound (https://www.epidemicsound.com/?_us=adwords_brand&_usx=10143944040_epidemic%20sound&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=brand_10143944040&utm_term=epidemic%20sound&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=10143944040&gbraid=0AAAAADk_3KkOlZ6bqvQyQNQXkqlriqWOS&gclid=CjwKCAjwx8nCBhAwEiwA_z__01B-AT2QaEdZLUOJZ4O_pkBR3wwrdCIEwNId2ahs0MVtvBnSC2nVehoCvakQAvD_BwE) Artist.io (https://artlist.io/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=14034774442&utm_content=125966024060&utm_term=artlist%20io&keyword=artlist%20io&ad=579783976994&matchtype=e&device=c&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14034774442&gbraid=0AAAAACuwFJ31-aiE8u7aj7Al1ZZcHgb64&gclid=CjwKCAjwx8nCBhAwEiwA_z__0wqvGpnJDR0w7ywSoqNS4vsw7CJhgat8xXXFwX35i4MQY2MfSHh3RxoCoFsQAvD_BwE) Soundstripe (https://www.soundstripe.com/) Sign up for Caroline's Script Incubator Class HERE (https://www.carolineslaughter.com/script-incubator) Hire DonTae for Podcast Production Help - donzpressplay@gmail.com Listen to Caroline's Podcasts RACKET (Gold Club) - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-racket-70360136/ ASTRAY - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-astray-78114211/ TOM SLICK - https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-tom-slick-mystery-hunter-191766519/ Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Intro to Animation Workshop (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-intro-to-animation-workshop/) Find Your Voice with Daniel Ross (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-find-your-voice-workshop/) The Character of You Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-the-character-of-you-class/) (Learn how to bring your authentic voice to scripts) Script Workout with Jill Perry (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-vo-virtual-script-workout/) Character of You Workout with Steve Henderson (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-character-of-you-virtual-workout/) Audiobook Performance Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/audiobook-performance-virtual-class/) CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership for just $25/month - https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

    45 min
  8. 06/01/2025

    Episode 83: HOME STUDIO with George "The Tech" Whittam

    George "The Tech" Whittam is a global authority on voice-over recording technology and tech support for voice actors. He is known for his expertise in studio design, equipment setup, and acoustic solutions for voice-over professionals. Whittam's company, GeorgeThe.Tech (https://georgethe.tech/avs), offers tech support, training, and engineering services. *In this Episode, we talk about: * * VO Home Studio/Recording Space * Can you DIY a VO Booth? * SPLURGE or SAVE? Interfaces, Mic Cables, Microphones, Headphones, Computers and DAWs * Source Connect 4 * Home Studio Challenges * Pasport VO - Small but Powerful Interface Get *10% * OFF George's Services HERE (https://georgethe.tech/avs) Share YOUR Home Studio Challenge HERE (https://forms.gle/cWYj5yyJ9WxgBN9V8) Want a CEntrance Pasport VO interface? Email George at: george@georgethe.tech Atlanta VO Studio Upcoming Training Learn Audacity with Larry Hudson (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-learn-audacity-w-larry-hudson/) Find Your Voice with Daniel Ross (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-workshops-find-your-voice-workshop/) The Character of You Class (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-the-character-of-you-class/) (Learn how to bring your authentic voice to scripts) Script Workout with Jill Perry (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-vo-virtual-script-workout/) Character of You Workout with Steve Henderson (https://atlantavoiceoverstudio.com/what-we-offer-classes-character-of-you-virtual-workout/) CLICK HERE for 15% off a Voice123 Membership ($495 tier and up) - https://bit.ly/3uPpO8i Terms & Conditions - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CcYMkdLxWfbmwbvu-mwaurLNtWYVpIBgkJpOQTYLDwc/edit?usp=sharing Looking for a VO MENTOR? Check out our Mentorship Membership for just $25/month - https://www.provoiceovertraining.com/300-membership *LET’S CONNECT! * facebook.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio instagram.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio twitter.com/atlvostudio tiktok.com/@atlantavoiceoverstudio YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/atlantavoiceoverstudio Atlanta Voiceover Studio & ProVoiceoverTraining's Classes & Workshops www.AtlantaVoiceoverStudio.com www.ProVoiceoverTraining.com **Sign up for FREE weekly VO tips: https://bit.ly/AVSemail

    39 min
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About

The Atlanta Voiceover Studio's mission is to EQUIP, INSPIRE and ELEVATE by giving YOU the resources YOU need to create the voiceover career you want. This podcast features interviews with industry professionals (agents, producers, successful VO talent, etc) to give you more insight into the world of VO. Hosts, as well as owners of The Atlanta Voiceover Studio, Mike Stoudt and Heidi Rew are full-time VO talent, actors and a real-life married couple. Join them as they uncover some of the keys to navigating a career in voiceover with some of the top VO professionals. BONUS: If you'd like a FREE VO tip every Monday morning to jump start your week, sign up here: https://bit.ly/2VUshuc

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