How To Become a Voice Actor (Without any experience!)

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In this video I give 4 easy steps to getting started in the world of voice over.
I'm a completely self-made voice actor, and I started from literal ground zero. I didn't know how to hookup a mic, what software I could use to record on, or where to find work.
These steps are the exact formula that I ended up creating as I went along and it'll save you a lot of exhausting brainpower and days of feeling lost!
Say Hi on Social:
my website: www.nastasiamarquez.com
Instagram: @nastasiavoice
Resources and references
Equipment:
Suggested Mic: AudioTechnica 2020 $79 www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica...
Suggested interface: Alpha Lexicon $59 www.amazon.com/Lexicon-Deskto...
Suggested Soundproof Mobile Booth: www.amazon.com/Voice-Over-Ess...
^^Yes, a little pricey, you can also start with DIY setups like closet clothes, blankets, and foam bedding^^
Suggested software: Audacity www.audacityteam.org/
Websites to start finding work:
Fiverr - www.Fiverr.com
ACX - ACX.com
Where to learn more from:
BillDewees: Check him out on youtube! / voiceoverexpert
VObuzszweekly: Here on youtube! / vobuzzweekly
Voice Over Website: Check out this site! iwanttobeavoiceactor.com/

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@mikeskybrowser 3 года назад

Natasia: Completely avoid using a usb mic. Me: *Stares at the usb mic that I recently purchased*

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Haha oh no! Don't be discouraged, there are always work arounds and you can improve other aspects of the studio to help until you move up in mic's again!

@mikeskybrowser 3 года назад

@@nastasiamarquez6472 Thanks 😊.

@mikeskybrowser 3 года назад

@@Elim-meister Far out of my budget for now but thanks for the tip.

@SublimeArchi 3 года назад

@@mikeskybrowser yeah, bro...when you get ready to buy a $350 mic, get an SM7B.

@santaara20 3 года назад

@@SublimeArchi well depending of what type of voice you have isn’t? That’s what I’ve heard. I was talking to some dude about it. And told me the sm7b is not a good match for my voice because it carries a lot of bass.

@RensinkRamblings 3 года назад

I started about 4 years ago and I’m doing great. Love my job so much.

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Working for yourself definitely has its perks!

@azl5044 3 года назад

Good for you! I want to do the same thing... Just need some practice.

@dice_clovers4407 3 года назад

Can you pls tell me how to because I am a tween who needs help with getting into it

@lifesokaymhm2270 3 года назад

@@dice_clovers4407 same here

@jaybretv4346 2 года назад

What was the toughest part about getting started?

@pascalcasimier7748 3 года назад

I began my Voice Acting journey in April!! Loving it so far. Releasing my first demo next week!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

That is awesome to hear, best of luck!

@kevindecker4803 3 года назад

How is that going one month later??

@pascalcasimier7748 3 года назад

@@kevindecker4803 Demo took longer than expected, but I think it came out very well! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qg64vQqyI98.html&lc=Ugw-LFFQouzmTjvH33B4AaABAg

@agentnacho2029 2 года назад

@@pascalcasimier7748 how's it going so far?

@pascalcasimier7748 2 года назад

@@agentnacho2029 Solid! I got another demo coming out soon, picked up minor roles in different audio dramas and indie games!

@to8484 2 года назад

I really appreciate how clear, clean, and concise your information is. Thank you

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You are so welcome!

@Zer01122 Год назад

I'm just a homeschooled middle school kid, but I have been questioning what I want to do in my future, and voice acting came to mind, I've always been wanting to do something with my voice, I'm aware voice acting takes time, practice, patience, and hard work, this has helped me to understand a lot, so thank you!

@micheley2140 10 месяцев назад

Make sure you go for it! Life goes by fast so follow that feeling and don’t let go😊

@lauramcaz 14 дней назад

Stick with it!

@stambo6480 Год назад

I have to honestly say that you seem to be the most honest person I have ever heard on these channels. You made it feel as if I was listening to a long time friend of mine giving me advice. Thank you!!!

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

I appreciate that!

@18dvine 3 года назад

I'm 28, always wanted to do voice acting/voice over since high school. Have a BS in Communications, did theater in high school, spent about 2 years doing radio/production while in college, but never venture out because I'm afraid of the risk of increasing in a passion that might not work out. But really considering starting and this video helped! Thank you!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

I'm happy to hear that! I started voice over as a side gig long before I went fulltime with it, so you could always try that route if you are worried about risk!

@18dvine 3 года назад

@@nastasiamarquez6472 thanks for the tip!

@somerandompersonyoudontkno2112 2 года назад

is this how are should start off to become a voice actor? i wanna be one when i am older for anime and video games, should i practice with other voices?

@isaiahwalking Год назад

Same here but I'm still in high school :(

@dryelene Год назад

@@isaiahwalkingme too, but i believe we can do it

@danie201393 2 года назад

thank you so much for sharing this !

@yodo7661 Год назад

Great content Nastasia. You are a treasure.

@TheScanonDub 11 месяцев назад

Thanks for this vid Nastasia, I think it was just what I needed to watch right now as I set sail into this world.

@Rubiksguy 3 года назад

Not ramble-y at all. You’re amazing!

@blessingribeiro22 2 года назад

So much useful information, thank you so much. You covered all the questions I had.

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

I'm so glad you found it helpful!

@jessiccaangelov5517 3 года назад

Love this! Thank you. Love to listen to you too!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

You are so welcome!

@maxculinaproductions5505 2 года назад

Excellent advice! Thanks for the upload🙏

@eleven_hopper.official9839 3 года назад

I havent started voice acting yet, but it seems like something i might want to try. Thank you for yoyr tips!!!!

@monroetrojanman 3 года назад

Awesome video. This is EXACTLY what i was looking for. I love to voice act and i constantly find myself impersonating voices. I have been looking for a way to start using my voice so i can hopefully one day use it to entertain others. Your advice gave me inspiration and cant wait to get started!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Glad I could help! I realized early on that I would always impersonate voices so that is definitely a good sign. Good luck!

@waveridr1 3 года назад

Nicely done! Informative and to the point I'm just getting started and every little bit helps. Thank you so much!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

You're very welcome!

@netomoon5550 Год назад

Thank you so much for the information. I always wanted to do voice acting.

@swittle22 2 года назад

Thank you! This is so encouraging and helpful. You have a wonderful spirit.

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

Thank you so much! I am glad you got something out of it!

@ScottMcCulloughBmax419 2 года назад

I'm really glad I discovered your channel. I've always been interested in doing vocal work, but I'm finally taking steps to make it happen as part of my post-retirement job mix. You and Booth Junkie are the two most helpful sources of information I've found. Thank you for breaking down the advice into specific, easily understood segments that I can apply to my needs. Your website is great, as well. I appreciate having you as a resource!

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

That is so awesome to hear! When I got started I also had wanted a resource to learn from so I am glad that I can provide that for someone else. I hope you get to where you are going.

@LifeChapter1 3 года назад

So informative and to the point. Thank you soooooo much!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@stephanieoliva5006 Год назад

Hi Natasha I just love your video! You give such great information for someone who wants to get started in this business. I used to sing for the New York City opera company when I was in my teens. I am now retired however I have always thought about doing voiceover work and I used to know someone growing up in New York that did this type of work and Loved it. I am a soprano and often when I speak with people on the phone they think that I’m a teenager because of my high pitched voice. I also can do a lot of children’s and cartoon character voices such as Elmo. Most people say I have a decent singing voice. So I am going to take your advice and give this a try thank you so much! Sincerely,SO

@BillBene67 Год назад

Excellent video Nastasia. Straight to point and hits all the must haves for sure. Thanks for sharing

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

You are very welcome!

@brandonboss6868 2 года назад

Thank you so much for the information, your trials and errors on your journey, to save us time and money on our career path in voice acting. I appreciate the time you took to make this video!

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You are so welcome! It's rewarding to see it help people.

@untothewhirlwind4666 3 года назад

I'm here today! Good video and i love the simplicity of your website.

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Awesome! Thank you!

@concetta4323 2 года назад

Thankyou your video has been the most help i have found in months.

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You're very welcome! I am glad this has been useful

@catjack90 3 года назад

This video is so informative and great for someone like me who is just starting to learn about what voice over is and is seriously considering to become a voice actor. Thank you so much! You are awesome!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@khadijahmmasorong Год назад

I'm glad I'm pursuing this direction in my life. I'm so excited to see how things are unfolding for others on the same path, and I'm also glad to be apart of the same journey. Thanks for putting this video together!

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

You're so welcome!

@barrett8626 2 года назад

Most helpful VO video I have seen yet, thank you!

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

That is so awesome to hear. I am glad you got some use out of it!

@mariafihn6874 3 года назад

A MILLION THANK YOU’S!! You broke everything I needed to know as a brand new vo artist!!! Wonderful presentation and info.!!!! Thx again

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

So glad!

@Shimamon27 Год назад

Trying my best to do the voice-overs for my animations... It's really difficult, but, I use whatever help I can to make it sound alright enough! Thanks for the help, I hope my next video will be better because of it!

@Apostylicpoet 3 года назад

Not many views, but the best video on this so far!

@mahinghassemi2917 Год назад

Thank you so much Nastasia, I have learned a lot form your professional and friendly video.

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@aishakemi8839 Год назад

Thank you so much for this video. I'm currently working on doing voice acting.

@ItzJulesss 3 года назад

I’ve been looking into voice acting, thing is i don’t like the sound of my own voice😅 and all i have to work with is my computer, (which is one main things i need lol) and a uhuru usb mic from Amazon so as soon as you said “avoid using usb mics” i was like 😳🥲 oh noo!! Lol thanks for this video tho! Eventually i can upgrade to a better mic and such☺️

@SKITZA_KGC Год назад

Im proud of you (: Thank you for these tips (:

@extraordinarymomentswithba3046 Год назад

I love the video and I appreciate it so much. You have an amazing voice and you explained things so very well. I can't wait to get started. Thank you.

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@ssecor40 3 года назад

Hi Nastasia, great to see you growing in your trade craft! Thanks for showing us the journey :-) Glad to be one of the first clients...

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Hi Scott! So great to hear from you, I hope all is well. I still think of our project together every time I think of seattle. Dreamy rainy days with a cup o' joe 😊

@bluemonky92 10 месяцев назад

This is the most detailed and informative video I've seen regarding this topic. I really appreciate you taking the time to explain! Definitely helps so much!

@nastasiamarquez6472 9 месяцев назад

I am glad you think so!

@periel Год назад

Wow, thank you SO MUCH for all the info in this video!!

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

You are so welcome!

@Love-Is-Kind 2 года назад

Thank you, Ma'am. Your shared time, experience, and wisdom is appreciated. Have a lovely evening.

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

Thank you! You too!

@businesstryouts1061 2 года назад

Definitely great and valuable information! Thank you!!

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@dianaparadis2830 2 года назад

So helpful! Thanks so much. 💜

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@FromAnArtistsMind 3 года назад

All of my equipment arrives by the 26th of this month! I’m so excited. I really feel as if I finally found a career I want. Thanks for the advice!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

You got this!

@bloodandcoffee7428 2 года назад

This is an important video for me. Thanks for such an informative video!

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You are so welcome!

@gjgrgaming6442 3 года назад

Thank you so much :) I appreciate your help and guidance

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

You are so welcome!

@Ashleyforreal Год назад

Thank for this video!

@lilpandanesegirl 2 месяца назад

thank you! I will give this a try!

@E.M.has.to.Gacha. Год назад

Decided to do voice acting last year cause it sounds kinda fun. I've only been doing comic dubs on my own and I just got a mic, but I'm looking forward to seeing how things go from here. Thanks for the video!

@jmorrison146 Год назад

Very, very helpful! Thanks!

@pinaluciapacebuono450 Год назад

You are wonderful. Many thanks for your honest contribution

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

I appreciate that!

@melissatoro7209 Год назад

wow! this was so helpful! thank you so much! i had dabbled in VO many years ago and made money doing small gigs so i know it can be done. but after so many years trying to get back into it i felt so rusty and forgot how to go about it. this video is EXACTLY what i needed! thank you so much! also let me say this gives hope to so many people who just want to start and don't have a lot of background. i see a lot of these professionals that make it all seem so unattainable. so having you break things down for beginners is truly amazing. really, thank you so much. you give me hope that i can still do this!

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

Best of luck, the first step is to just start!

@monikortazar Год назад

Thanks for the information ! It was very, very useful .

@TheGaryNinja Год назад

I'm really thinking about doing this and you made it so much less intimidating. Thank you for your knowledge! You also have a great voice!

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

Go for it!

@Thelilichannel6907 Год назад

Excellent info, thank you Nastasia

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@bxchef829 Год назад

Thank you, this video helped me. I basically got everything you mentioned. I love your videos they’re awesome.

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

You are so welcome!

@KariasTiara 2 года назад

Thank you so much for the info!

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You bet!

@lorenlapinaofficial 2 года назад

Thank you so much dear ❤️ your tips helps me started! 🥰

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

I'm so glad, that is the goal!

@EPIXANIMATIONS 3 года назад

this was actually the most helpful one i've seen

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

I'm glad to hear that!

@Jusangen Год назад

Very good video Nastasia! I followed some of your videos today and made my first little demo to show my wife! I was beaming by the end of it, I was so proud. I look forward to dabbling a little more because I've thought about this off and on for a while. Hopefully, I'll learn a lot from the folks you mentioned and your future videos too! Thanks again for posting and keep it up!

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

You are very welcome! I love hearing others getting started out so keep at it!

@WomenofDandy 2 года назад

Thanks I'm just getting into i love this information you give

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You are so welcome

@AWickedSister2024 Месяц назад

great info! Thanks Nastasia!

@nastasiamarquez6472 Месяц назад

Any time!

@kristiLB93 Год назад

Again, thank you for this information! I'm trying to figure out how to get started.

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

You can do it!

@iAnubisGod Год назад

Thank you for the tips.. I visited your website and wow I was blown away from your demos.

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@shanasings164 2 года назад

Thx Nastasia for the advice great video:)

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

No problem 😊

@voicescloudvoiceoverjobs3742 2 года назад

I need to to thank you... for this fantastic video! Your channel is also really good.

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

So nice of you, I am happy you find it useful!

@VIPREVIEWZ 3 года назад

Great info!!! SUBSCRIBED

@fabirocha.locutora 2 года назад

I loved your video Nastasia, very good, thank you, and your website looks great too ! Plastic voice you've got. I also appreciated that you reveal the names and brands of the equipment you use. Well done. I've been doing voice-over translation jobs and would love to show my work on fiverr as you suggested but I think they're not interested in Brazilian Portuguese voice-over artists... thanks a lot !

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You're so welcome! Keep working at it, there will always be work that will need voiceovers of all languages, it is just a matter of finding them!

@user-li8fc5sc5p 5 месяцев назад

Brilliant!!!!

@wesandemma2203 3 года назад

Great help! Thanks a lot.

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Glad it helped!

@bizzyfit2128 10 месяцев назад

Thank you, Nastasia. This is helpful.

@nastasiamarquez6472 10 месяцев назад

You're so welcome!

@aayanscartoonchannel8577 Год назад

Thank you so much for a wonderful tutorial. I am setting up my Cartoon Studio and I gathering info to design my voice over part. Your tutorial is honest and pretty straight forward. Simply Fantastic. Thank you. You are wonderful. Cheers.

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

Glad you found it helpful!

@bigdogmack8692 Год назад

thank you .....I am just starting in this voice over work. People have been telling me i have a radio voice . You sound great

@WarriorAngel Год назад

Beautiful!

@edenbreslin Год назад

Yes, thank you!! I began voice acting in 2017 and have just broken into the official, agency/casting business!!

@Stealth Год назад

thankyou :)

@suriathedarksun 2 года назад

Thank you for this! Appreciate this so so much. I’ve always done freelance work for years but just for fun and recorded in a recording studio cause I had access to. With the pandemic, those work were severely impacted. This just gave me the confidence to start investing in myself, although in a small way, it’s still something. I was wondering if you would suggest any voice over community page to subscribe?

@Elisanyoh 2 года назад

Pls what tips can you give me,I’ll like to start n I really need all the advice I can get

@pamangell1256 2 года назад

Hi Nastasia, it's great to hear you say you didn't even know what an interface was when you first started!! That gives me hope... Thanks👍

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

Most definitely, and I am continuing to learn so don't shy away from the learning curve(:

@CB-qh3zg Год назад

This was so helpful! Thank you!

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

You are very welcome!

@theanonymous12u Год назад

Finally -- a video that shows start up equipment. Thank you.

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

You bet!

@morgangoodell2840 3 года назад

I can't wait to try this. This is very helpful. Thanks! Now I just need to try to diy sound proof my closet and get a 🎙

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful! You got this!

@morgangoodell2840 3 года назад

@@nastasiamarquez6472 😊

@patrickbrady8326 2 года назад

I'm just starting to dabble a little bit into finding out what might be totally involved with voice over's I have a lot of recording equipment now because I do music as well. All my life I've been told I have a DJ type voice and that I should get into radio/broadcasting but as I approach retirement age I'm trying to discover other ways to be self supportive. As far as your video I found it informative and I like that you tell it like it is, that I found truthful thanks for making it and for your time.....PB

@ejdexplorer8041 2 года назад

I am just starting to explore the VO recording 😁 and your tips are really helpful .

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

Great to hear! Keep going!

@niachin7522 2 года назад

Natasia - YOU ROCK. *New Subscriber Alert* lol. As an actor who has procrastinated for years in diving into the VO world - I'm finally doing it. Excited, terrified, and hopeful. I'm theatrically trained and have a small repertoire of accents and voices, but I understand and respect the demands and competitive nature of the industry. Experience or not, it's constant rejection and hustle, so I also agree that you have to be prepared and love what you do. That's always comforting :) I love your passion and authenticity. THANK YOU for all that you give, you're such a fireball and inspiring as the sun!!!

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You are really too kind! I am excited for you and your journey and it sounds like you have a great foundation. So much of this industry is having the passion and drive to keep going so I applaud you. Keep us updated on your journey

@niachin7522 2 года назад

@@nastasiamarquez6472 thank you!!!!

@thinbluelaneproductions3798 2 года назад

Thank you for this video. I had a cheap mike, but I just bought at Rode NT1 with an AI-1 Interface.

@boxingfan7232 3 года назад

Hello very inspiring video! Gives me hope that it's definitely possible without any experience whatsoever! My little cousin once told me to do voice acting and it has stuck in my mind! Thank you very much for taking the time to make this video and I wish you much continued success!

@nastasiamarquez6472 3 года назад

Best of luck!

@boxingfan7232 3 года назад

@@nastasiamarquez6472 Thank you! Will definitely be looking at more of your videos and the resources that you mentioned..always loved to read books out loud..helped me to understand them better!

@TheBSideChannel 5 месяцев назад

Great video! Thank you!

@annaliesebroughton4705 2 года назад

I love that you made your own demo. I am doing the same right now. Why not? I am reading an excellent book at the moment 'Voice Over Voice Actor' by Yuri Lowenthal and Tara Platt. Once I've used my current demos for a little while, I will do what you did and get it professionally made. Thanks for great content x

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You are very welcome!

@ecksluss 2 года назад

I know this is an old video, but I've been watching so much content on getting into VO/VA work and I really enjoyed this video. I'm currently saving for a Shure SM-58S bundle and a Focusrite Solo interface. Looking forward to diving into this industry, even if it only becomes a hobby.

@LeSaff Год назад

Hi, I would like to know what made you choose this mic? it's not really intended for voice over. The scarlet solo or 2i2 are good but a Steinberg c12 will do the same job for half the price. The great scarlet stuff starts with the 4i4 (I read benchmark about it). Careful with the XLR cable. I disagree with her. Don't go for a cheap one, it might create noire or distortion. Go straight away to a magami gold and keep it forever 😀

@przemkhu84 9 месяцев назад

Great information! Concise and to the point :) Thank you!

@nastasiamarquez6472 9 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful!

@elizabethchristianc.omalle4329 Год назад

Great information!! thank you Ms. Natasha

@nastasiamarquez6472 Год назад

Glad it was helpful!

@punkrockval 2 года назад

Great tips, very helpful thanks!

@nastasiamarquez6472 2 года назад

You bet!

@lisahampton8604 Год назад

I am just now looking into this. My daughter is a TV/Film actor so I have been on multiple sets as she was growing up, so in a way, I have a lot of on-set experience. I am retiring from teaching but I don't want to stop creativity. . .

@HaiTharImDavid 9 месяцев назад

One of the better 'How To' on voice acting on youtube! Can't wait to get started. Sound proofing sounds like the most tedious stage especially since I don't have much space for it :( Thanks for all the advice! Will remember to shout you out when I make it big... LOL

@nastasiamarquez6472 9 месяцев назад

Glad it was helpful! My sound engineer Lenny B has some great info on sound proofing. I have some vids with him about it, or you could check out his channel.