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Marketing Yourself as a Voiceover Artist

If the thought of ‘marketing’ your voice over talents causes you to break into a sweat, relax. Help is at had! But the truth is, voice over marketing isn’t really that hard. You just need a good demo, a list of local studios and a really good understanding of what you do best.

Techniques for Voiceover Success

It’s true that being a great ‘sight reader’ is one of the most important skills a voiceover artist can have, but how many of you, when faced with something you’ve never read before, struggle to have it make sense on the first reading? Read on for some simple techniques that’ll help you perfect your sight reads.

Your new Voice Demo's out…but no one’s calling!

Is this you? You’ve sent your demo to everyone you can think of, studios, radio stations and producers…and you’ve had little or no response. What now!

Good Ads, Bad Ads

As a voice artist, you will have been faced with your share of both. Understanding the process the script goes through before you see it will help you turn a bad ad into a good ad and a good ad into a great ad.

Philip Webster from Risk Talks Voices

Philip Webster is one of our most respected voice over producers. Find out what he looks for in a voice over artist, how he likes to work, and why he’s considered a Legend by so many!

The Five 'Worst Things' You Can Do To Your Voice

If you want to make sure you’re always in top shape to read or perform a voice over script, then make sure you read these no-no’s!

Your Voiceover Career – Where To Begin

Being a voiceover artist has to rank among the top most lusted after jobs and there are plenty of reasons for that.

Ranjeet Starr

I can’t recommend training with Abbe highly enough.  She taught me real skills and I now get regular voiceover work.  Her attention to detail and extensive knowledge of the industry and studio technique, have given me the confidence to walk into a session and know that I can get the result the client needs, and…

Belinda Howe

I first heard about Abbe though a friend who couldn’t speak highly enough of her experience. I came out of the course feeling confident in my skills, positive in my knowledge and completely comfortable in the studio. Only a few weeks after distributing my voice demo all over Melbourne I was booked for a ‘7-Eleven…

Testimonials

What are valued clients saying about us

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Justine Puy

Working with Abbe was such a privilege and what I gained in confidence, I owe to her valuable knowledge of the voice and the industry. I contacted Abbe to produce a new demo and to broaden my skills and abilities. I had such a ball making my demo and Abbe was able to draw out the best in me. She has an incredible ability and sensitivity when it comes to helping create the perfect atmosphere for your reads. If you are looking for some coaching then look no further ‘cos Abbe is the lady you have been looking for.

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Jessica Clarke

Working with Abbe was the best thing I could have done to kick-start my voice over career. The most skilled and experienced voice over artist in the country, she’s also a wonderful, passionate teacher who genuinely cares about her students’ progress. I made my demo with Abbe and was accepted by Australia’s leading voice over agency, EM Voices.  I can’t recommend her highly enough – you won’t find a teacher with more expertise in the world of voice over than Abbe. She’s the greatest.

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Fiona Reed

Crime Scene Investigator and Voiceover Artist

I finally ‘got it’ when I did Abbe Holmes’ voice over course. Using the techniques I learnt from Abbe, I am now getting work which is a dream come true for me. The feedback I’ve been getting is great and I’m feeling more and more confident and proud of my work. I would highly recommend Abbe to anyone who is serious about getting into voice over.

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Adam Cook

Head of Acting, Bachelor of Performing Arts (Stage and Screen) Actors Centre Australia

 

Abbe Holmes is a sensational teacher in the art of the voice over.  

In her classes she keeps the focus practical and specific to the challenges and techniques of voice over, providing priceless guidance and advice. Year after year our students come away from her classes with vital and impressive marketable skills.

I highly recommend her to anyone interested in exploring this exciting and highly competitive aspect of our industry.

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Rosie Traynor

Voice Over Artist

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Abbe as a personal voice coach. It was a fabulous experience! You’re in safe hands with Abbe. With so much experience in the voice over business, Abbe generously shares her wealth of knowledge. She instinctively knows how to get the best possible performance and is relentless in her pursuit of the perfect read. She is great at communicating what’s required and tailors the training to meet each individual’s needs.

A sound investment. Two thumbs up!

Alyson Standen

Professional VoiceOver Artist Sydney EMVoices

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Working with Abbe is a dream. She is an exceptional voiceover coach with decades of experience. Abbe will help you elevate your skills whether you’re starting out or already working as a seasoned professional. I always go to Abbe before I re-cut my voice demo. Her input and direction is invaluable. Thanks Abbe. See you next year!

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Maurice Wan

Voice Artist Singer Actor

Abbe’s been central to the growth of my professional voiceover career since I approached her in 2017 for coaching. I was a blank canvas, with zero idea of the world of voiceover.  She’s a role model who not only guided me on effective performative and strategic elements but also taught me to understand and hone my own branding and how to stay relevant. She’s an oracle within the VO community and has been actively engaged in the evolving industry landscape for decades, generously sharing her wealth of knowledge. Highly recommended is an understatement.

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Philip Hayden - Director of Howard Fine Acting Studio: Australia

Abbe Holmes is the best at what she does!  We've engaged with Abbe for years and she never fails to deliver an extremely exciting part of our program. Her passion and years of experience mean she provides both excellent technique training and up-to-date industry insights. 
Highly recommended!

Ben Geurens

Actor/Voice Artist

Abbe Holmes is such a brilliant voice over coach and a total pro. Her expert feedback and tailored training helped me unlock new vocal and mic techniques and, being a great actor, she really helped me to connect with the material. I couldn’t ask for a better mentor in this industry.