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MARKETING Four Things To Know Before You Approach A Voice Over Agent January 9, 2017  By Rick LanceVoice Actor Let me begin with two clarifiers:
1. Take the Initiative Agents won't find and call you. That dream only comes true for the tiniest percent of people. You will have to seek out agents. Do your homework to determine which of these are experienced and most apt to get you paying work. 2. Read the Instructions Every agent is different and will want to be approached in a slightly different way from others. Thoroughly read submission instructions to present yourself in the right light. You don't want to be ruled out before the agent has pressed PLAY on your demo. 3. Avoid Urge to Reach Out on Social Media Social media is a beautiful thing and can be a very powerful tool for voice over artists, but there is a time and place for social networking. You can certainly try to make a connection with VO agents online, but don't make your submission or a plea via social networking. In the vast majority of cases, it will be seen as unprofessional. 4. Highlight Your Experience and Training If you are new to voice over but have experience on stage, or taken acting classes or are working with a voice over coach, be sure to highlight these things in your cover letter. -------------------- ABOUT RICK
Rick Lance has been working as a voice talent since 1993,
transitioning from singing demos and personal projects in Nashville's
music business to voicing hundreds of commercials, then promos,
narrations, character voices and more. His vocal style is described as
Americana, the voice of the Heartland. He
is currently the voice (narrator) of three hunting programs and one
outdoor program on the Sportsman Channel and the Outdoor Channel. His
client list includes Toyota, Harley Davidson, Sony Entertainment, Coca
Cola, Life Care Centers of America, John Deere, Jordan Outdoor
Enterprises and Sacred Seasons II.
He
has also become a leading voice for the industries of construction,
manufacturing, energy production, trucking, agriculture/equine, outdoor
sports, travel, community banking, finance and health care. And he is
a colorful voice for film, television, museum and corporate
documentaries. "I'm lucky to be working within my
comfort zone," he says, "literally living out my voice acting life as an
outdoorsman, horseman, weekend cowboy and working man, gentleman farmer
on my six acre mini ranch with my horses, dogs, cats and my wife near
Nashville." Email: rick@ricklancestudio.com
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