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VO Pro: The Business of Voice Over and Voice Acting

VO Pro: The Business of Voice Over and Voice Acting

Author: Paul Schmidt

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Voiceover Business Strategies That Work

The VO Pro Podcast is the go-to show for voice actors who want to grow their voiceover business without relying on casting sites or waiting for agents to hand them work. Hosted by voice actor and business coach Paul Schmidt, this podcast delivers no-fluff, tactical advice on how to market your voiceover services, attract high-quality clients, and build a profitable VO business in a world of AI-generated voices and shifting industry standards.

You’ll learn practical voiceover marketing tips, how to master direct marketing for voice actors, build a solid client base, and use tools like email outreach, SEO, and strategic positioning to stand out. We cover how to price your work, optimize your VO website, and navigate topics like AI and voiceover with clarity and confidence.

Each week, we bring you insights and strategies from Paul, and interviews with working voice actors, coaches, casting directors, and experts who understand the business of voiceover from the inside out.

If you're a freelance voice actor looking to take control of your career and actually get booked, this is the podcast for you.


Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Audible, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, SoundCloud, Deezer, Podcast Addict, Castbox, and RSS, and wherever you get your podcasts.


You’ll also find helpful information including my free Move Touch Inspire newsletter for voice actors at https://VOPro.pro/mti


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“Just post on social media” is not a complete marketing strategy for voice actors. Social media can create visibility, but visibility alone does not guarantee inquiries, bookings, repeat clients, or referrals. In this video, you’ll discover why random posting often attracts other voice actors instead of potential clients, and what to do instead. Learn how to clarify your positioning, reach the right audience, build relationships, create a path from attention to action, and measure the mark...
Are you sabotaging your own voiceover career with client mistakes you don’t even notice? Discover the 7 hidden habits that keep talented voice actors from landing repeat clients and building a sustainable business. In this video, we’ll reveal exactly what’s holding you back—and the step-by-step fixes top pros use to turn every job into a long-term opportunity. Don’t let simple missteps cost you money, trust, and your dream career. 7-Day VO Outreach Challenge Roadmap: https://welcome.vopro.pr...
Voices.com vs direct marketing for voice actors: what does it actually cost to book voiceover work? Between Voices.com fees, unpaid audition time, and dependence on a casting platform, the price of a booking goes beyond your annual membership. In this video, we break down the 20% platform fee, how your audition-to-booking ratio affects your earnings, and what changes when you build direct client relationships. You’ll learn how voiceover client outreach, targeted prospecting, and consistent...
Documentary narration takes more than a great voice. Veteran voice actor and coach Thom Pinto joins me to explore the voiceover techniques that turn a polished read into compelling storytelling, and the habits that can hold your performance back. With more than 30 years of documentary and docuseries narration experience, Thom shares how he approaches script analysis, emotional range, visualization, and connecting with an audience. His credits include the History Channel, Smithsonian, BBC, ...
Are you worried AI and low reply rates have killed direct outreach? Think again. In this video, we break down why smart, targeted marketing is still essential for VO pros in 2026 and the exact steps to avoid burnout and land real gigs. Learn practical strategies to connect with the right buyers, build lasting relationships (not just inbox activity), and measure real business results. We’ll cover new industry data, expert advice from Tom Dheere and J. Michael Collins, and a proven proces...
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