Welcome back to another episode of the Voiceover Gurus podcast! Join Linda Bruno as she brings together two seasoned voiceover veterans, Rob Reider and Connor Quinn, to share their fascinating journeys in the industry.

Discover how Sterling Holloway's friendship with Connor's grandfather paved the way for his early start as Christopher Robin in Disney's Winnie the Pooh. Listen to Rob's incredible stories from his time as a live announcer for air shows, culminating in his last year as a live announcer, as well as upcoming induction into the Air Show Hall of Fame.

Explore the challenges and transitions both actors faced, from child stardom to successful voiceover careers. Get insights into their favorite studio equipment, memorable projects, and the importance of good acoustics in their recording spaces.

Don't miss the heartwarming anecdotes and valuable advice from these industry legends, as they reflect on their careers, the people who helped them along the way, and their love for storytelling.

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Ep 147 – The Global Market with Voice Talent Serge De Marre

Welcome back to the Voice Over Gurus podcast! In this episode, host Linda Bruno sits down with Serge De Marre, a seasoned voice actor originally from Belgium, to discuss the highs and lows of the voiceover industry.

Serge shares his journey from starting in local Belgian radio to becoming a national radio host, and eventually moving to the United States. He delves into the technical challenges and cultural differences he faced, and how he transitioned into full-time voiceover work, including his recent success with a U.S. commercial campaign for Tubi.

Linda and Serge also explore the differences between European and American voiceover markets, the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, and the importance of building strong client relationships. They touch on the significance of having a professional website and the benefits of hiring a web designer.

Tune in to hear Serge's inspiring story and gain valuable insights into navigating the voiceover world across different continents.

About Serge:

Modern. Global. Bilingual. Serge De Marre is a voice actor and voice-over artist who speaks both English and Flemish fluently, with over 20 years of experience. His contemporary, clear voice with international influences appeals to audiences from all over the world. Think fresh, smooth, cheerful, reliable, youthful.

Serge is a well-known and award-nominated voice in Belgium and the Netherlands with both his English and Flemish work. With his unique international accent, he is also on the rise in the rest of the world. He has lived in Antwerp, Washington DC, Houston, Los Angeles, Dallas and Budapest. His extensive experience with different cultures and customs can be heard in his worldly voice.

He has worked for big names such as Domino's Pizza, Axe, Google, Disney, Audi, Exxon Mobil, LG, Mentos, Pringles, Danone, Knex, Qatar Airways and Siemens. That is an impressive client list of international companies, but Serge also likes to work with smaller, local brands. For all projects, big or small, you can expect a fast response time and superior quality recordings.

Visit Serges’ Website: https://www.sergedemarre.com/

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In this engaging episode, Linda Bruno shifts the spotlight to three talented women in voiceover. Our discussion features three remarkable voiceover artists: Carrie Farris from Austin, Texas, Barb Lyon from Batavia, Illinois, and Gwen Poynor from Salt Lake City. Each shares their unique journey, from early beginnings to current successes, highlighting the ups and downs of the industry.

Gwen delves into her extensive background, starting as a child, the challenges of re-entering the industry, and the evolution of technology. Barb reflects on her career transition from broadcasting to full-time voiceover, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and consistency. Carrie discusses her path from radio to voiceover, focusing on the significance of finding one's niche and the joy of acting through dubbing and other genres.

Our conversation also touches on the common misconceptions about entering the voiceover field, the importance of quality equipment, and the need for continuous self-improvement. We wrap up with personal anecdotes, advice for newcomers, and a mutual appreciation for the supportive community within the voiceover industry.

Don't miss this episode that celebrates the resilience and creativity of women in voiceover!

About Carrie Farris:

Carrie is your go-to voice from commercials to video games. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Business and Spanish, infusing her work with a global perspective and linguistic finesse. Operating as a non-union freelance professional, Carrie has voiced commercials, promos, audiobooks, movie trailers, video dub for tv/ film, Kid YouTube Channels and so much more. Top clients: Target, Spotify, Frozen Way Video Games, Moody Publishing, Elf Cosmetics, H&M Spring Collection and the list goes on. Visit www.carriefarris.com

About Barb Lyon:

Barb caught the voice over bug in High School when she narrated a video for the school board. So she attended North Central College and filled many roles at 89.1 WONC. She then went to work at a small production company where she eventually joined the talent roster, and began voicing spots for her husband's radio station on the side. In 2012 Barb joined the casting sites and started pursuing voice over in earnest. In 2016 Barb left that full time job and began working in voice over 100%. Now she finds a somewhat surprising home in eLearning and corporate narration voice over. Barb has coached with everyone from our very own Linda Bruno & Alyssa Jayson, to David Rosenthal and Mary Lynn Wissner. In 2023 she was honored to be a SOVAS nominee in the category of eLearning.

About Gwen Poynor:

Gwen's voice is approachable, elegant, rich, and inviting. Having been cast in TV, radio, and print ads at a young age, she loved being behind the mic and in front of a camera and teleprompter. After a decade in marketing at a Hospital and as a Recruiter, she raised her family and then decided to get back into VO and on-camera work in 2021. She's voiced medical, corporate and industrial videos; announced Award Winners (and more!) at Events, Fundraisers and Conferences and voiced local and regional ads on TV, Radio and TikTok.

Visit GwenVoiceover.com

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