Commercial Voice-Over & Podcasting

Program Overview

This 8-session course introduces students to the profession of commercial voiceover work. It covers topics such as self-marketing, unions, vocal care, and microphone mastery. Students will engage in exercises and practical experience to develop their personal style and create a short demo reel for self-marketing purposes.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Content: The course introduces students to the profession of commercial voiceover work.
• Structure:
• The course consists of 8 sessions.
• Sessions run from September 26th to November 14th.
• Each session lasts from 6:00PM to 8:00PM.
• Modules: The course covers the following topics:
• Self-marketing
• Unions
• Analysis
• Vocal care
• Contracts
• Etiquette
• Control and application of voice in the commercial voiceover medium
• Understanding of the requirements of copy
• Mastery of the microphone and the clock
• Appropriate professional protocol
• Highlighting the student’s personal style and sound

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The course includes exercises and practical experience with a wide range of material.
• Unique Approaches: The course emphasizes highlighting the student’s personal style and sound.

Other:

• Location: MCC 303
• Age Requirement: 18+
• Class Capacity: 15
• Course Cost: $648.00
• Outcome: Students will create a short demo reel which can be used in self-marketing.