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Who this course is for:
- Voiceover artists
- Anyone interested in launching a successful voice over recording career
What you’ll learn:Â
- Effortlessly elevate your podcast, audiobook, voiceover, or video with improved audio quality. Master professional recording techniques for a polished sound.
Requirements:Â
- A microphone and stand (affordable options available!)
Unlock Your Home Voice Over Recording Potential!
This comprehensive guide empowers anyone to create professional-sounding recordings at home, without breaking the bank.
Modern technology offers easy entry into the world of home recording, but navigating the vast amount of online information can be overwhelming. Additionally, many online resources fail to emphasize the critical role of high-quality audio.
The Problem with Poor Audio:
The internet is saturated with content plagued by subpar audio. Unclear, distracting speech detracts from the message and can even render it unintelligible.
Invest in Quality, Elevate Your Work:
Voiceovers, while generally understandable, often lack warmth, depth, or clarity. This negatively impacts the overall perception of your work. Premium sound production adds a professional touch that sets you apart.
Effortless Improvement:
Follow this course’s clear, step-by-step approach to quickly improve the audio quality of your podcasts, audiobooks, voiceovers, or videos. This applies to anything featuring spoken word or dialogue.
The Benefits of High-Quality Audio:
- Impress existing fans
- Attract new listeners/viewers
- Increase sales, downloads, or streams
Affordable Equipment, Lasting Results:
All you need is a good microphone and stand, with some options starting at just $40!
What’s Covered?
Curious about the course content? We’ll equip you with everything you need to know, from the fundamentals to advanced techniques:
- Microphone Basics
- The Human Voice
- Selecting the Right Microphone
- Microphone Placement Strategies
- Essential Recording Techniques
- Understanding Room Acoustics
- Effective Acoustic Treatment Methods
- Mastering Sound Isolation Techniques
- The Recording Process Explained
- DAWs and Recording Software
- Editing Techniques for Audio Enhancement
- Mixing Fundamentals
- Compression Demystified
- EQ for a Balanced Sound
- Noise Removal Strategies
- And More!
Structured Learning:
This course is divided into six manageable sections, allowing you to complete it within a few hours. We recommend tackling no more than two sections per session to maximize knowledge retention. Tasks are strategically placed throughout the course to solidify your learning in voice over recording.
Note Taking for Success:
Taking notes during the lectures is highly encouraged to retain key takeaways.
Enroll Today and Master Voiceovers!
Explore More:
Discover additional Voice Over and Audio Recording courses from Skill Success’s extensive library.
Our Promise to You
By course end, master the fundamentals of voice over recording.
10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.
Get started today and unlock your voiceover potential!
About the Instructor: Rob Mayzes
- Professional audio author and journalist
- Holds a First Class Degree in Audio Production from The University of Kent
- Extensive experience in London studios as a sound engineer and musician
- Over 11 years of home recording expertise with a built studio
- Diverse experience across recording studios, live venues, and film sets (musician & sound technician)
- Worked in major venues as an audio-visual engineer and lighting designer
- Collaborated with (and learned from) boom operators and sound recordists on big-budget films and TV shows
- Mentored by leading Hollywood sound professionals
- Currently teaches and freelancers from his London home studio
Credentials:
- First Class BSc Degree in Audio Design and Production (University of Kent)
- Avid Certified Pro Tools 11 User
Course Curriculum
| Section 1 - Introduction | |||
| Introduction – Title Breakdown | 00:00:00 | ||
| Course Overview | 00:00:00 | ||
| Voice Recording Checklist | 00:00:00 | ||
| Activity: Print The Equipment Checklist | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 2 - The Source | |||
| Section 2: The Source | 00:00:00 | ||
| 3 Key Elements | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand The Human Voice | 00:00:00 | ||
| One More Tip For Performing | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 3 - The Room | |||
| What Makes A Good Room? | 00:00:00 | ||
| Easily Estimate The Reverb Time Of Your Room | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary Of ‘The Source’ And ‘The Room’ | 00:00:00 | ||
| Action Steps | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 4 - Understanding Microphone Types | |||
| Introduction To Microphones | 00:00:00 | ||
| What Is A Microphone | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Dynamic Microphones | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Condenser Microphones | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Microphone Patterns | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hear The Proximity Effect In Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Which Pattern Should You Use? | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 5 - When To Use Certain Microphones | |||
| Know When To Use Dynamic Mics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Know When To Use Large Diaphragm Condenser Mics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Know When To Use Small Diaphragm Condenser Mics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hear Examples Of All Types Of Microphone | 00:00:00 | ||
| The One Mic That Will Ruin Your Voice Overs | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hear How Weird This Sounds! | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 6 - Purchasing Equipment | |||
| You Don’t Need To Spend A Fortune | 00:00:00 | ||
| More Affordable Mics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Even More Affordable Mics! | 00:00:00 | ||
| When To Use An Audio Interface | 00:00:00 | ||
| Microphone Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 7 - Recording Technique | |||
| Introduction To Recording Technique | 00:00:00 | ||
| 4 Key Considerations | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 8 - Room Acoustics | |||
| Room Acoustics Made Easy | 00:00:00 | ||
| Early Reflections | 00:00:00 | ||
| Microphones And Early Reflections | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Ultimate Free Technique For Improving Your Voice Overs! | 00:00:00 | ||
| WOW – Take A Listen! | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 9 - Microphone Placement | |||
| Exploit Mic Placement Part 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Exploit Mic Placement Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Mic Placement Examples | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 10 - Reducing & Preventing Noise | |||
| Awesome Sound Isolation (Get Rid Of Background Noise) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Use A Pop Filter | 00:00:00 | ||
| This Is Why You Need A Pop Shield! | 00:00:00 | ||
| Shock Mounts | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Take Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 11 - Recording Process | |||
| Introduction To The Recording Process | 00:00:00 | ||
| Which Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)? | 00:00:00 | ||
| How To Set Up Your Project The Right Way | 00:00:00 | ||
| Start Recording | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 12 - DAW Step-by-Step Walkthroughs | |||
| DAW Walkthroughs | 00:00:00 | ||
| Start A Project In Audacity | 00:00:00 | ||
| Start A Project In Reaper | 00:00:00 | ||
| Start A Project In Pro Tools | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Take Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 13 - Editing | |||
| Why Edit? | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Volume Automation | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Easiest Way To Use Volume Automation | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 14 - Step-By-Step Editing Walkthroughs | |||
| Editing In Audacity | 00:00:00 | ||
| Editing In Reaper | 00:00:00 | ||
| Editing In Pro Tools | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 15 - ADR (Replacing Dialogue) | |||
| What Is ADR? | 00:00:00 | ||
| ADR & Editing | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hear ADR In Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Take Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 16 - Mixing With EQ & Compression | |||
| Introduction | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand EQ | 00:00:00 | ||
| How To Use EQ | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Compression | 00:00:00 | ||
| How To Use Compression | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 17 - Noise Gating & Other Tools | |||
| Understand And Use Noise Gates | 00:00:00 | ||
| More Tools You Can Use | 00:00:00 | ||
| Plugin Order | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 18 - Step-By-Step Mixing Walkthroughs | |||
| Mixing in Audacity | 00:00:00 | ||
| Mixing In Reaper | 00:00:00 | ||
| Mixing in Pro Tools | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 19 - Finishing The Mix | |||
| Bouncing/Exporting/Rendering | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Sync To Video | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 20 - Behind The Scenes | |||
| Behind The Scenes – Acoustic Treatment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Behind The Scenes – Mixing Part 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Behind The Scenes – Mixing Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 21 - Conclusion | |||
| Cheat Sheet | 00:00:00 | ||
About This Course
Who this course is for:
- Voiceover artists
- Anyone interested in launching a successful voice over recording career
What you’ll learn:Â
- Effortlessly elevate your podcast, audiobook, voiceover, or video with improved audio quality. Master professional recording techniques for a polished sound.
Requirements:Â
- A microphone and stand (affordable options available!)
Unlock Your Home Voice Over Recording Potential!
This comprehensive guide empowers anyone to create professional-sounding recordings at home, without breaking the bank.
Modern technology offers easy entry into the world of home recording, but navigating the vast amount of online information can be overwhelming. Additionally, many online resources fail to emphasize the critical role of high-quality audio.
The Problem with Poor Audio:
The internet is saturated with content plagued by subpar audio. Unclear, distracting speech detracts from the message and can even render it unintelligible.
Invest in Quality, Elevate Your Work:
Voiceovers, while generally understandable, often lack warmth, depth, or clarity. This negatively impacts the overall perception of your work. Premium sound production adds a professional touch that sets you apart.
Effortless Improvement:
Follow this course’s clear, step-by-step approach to quickly improve the audio quality of your podcasts, audiobooks, voiceovers, or videos. This applies to anything featuring spoken word or dialogue.
The Benefits of High-Quality Audio:
- Impress existing fans
- Attract new listeners/viewers
- Increase sales, downloads, or streams
Affordable Equipment, Lasting Results:
All you need is a good microphone and stand, with some options starting at just $40!
What’s Covered?
Curious about the course content? We’ll equip you with everything you need to know, from the fundamentals to advanced techniques:
- Microphone Basics
- The Human Voice
- Selecting the Right Microphone
- Microphone Placement Strategies
- Essential Recording Techniques
- Understanding Room Acoustics
- Effective Acoustic Treatment Methods
- Mastering Sound Isolation Techniques
- The Recording Process Explained
- DAWs and Recording Software
- Editing Techniques for Audio Enhancement
- Mixing Fundamentals
- Compression Demystified
- EQ for a Balanced Sound
- Noise Removal Strategies
- And More!
Structured Learning:
This course is divided into six manageable sections, allowing you to complete it within a few hours. We recommend tackling no more than two sections per session to maximize knowledge retention. Tasks are strategically placed throughout the course to solidify your learning in voice over recording.
Note Taking for Success:
Taking notes during the lectures is highly encouraged to retain key takeaways.
Enroll Today and Master Voiceovers!
Explore More:
Discover additional Voice Over and Audio Recording courses from Skill Success’s extensive library.
Our Promise to You
By course end, master the fundamentals of voice over recording.
10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.
Get started today and unlock your voiceover potential!
About the Instructor: Rob Mayzes
- Professional audio author and journalist
- Holds a First Class Degree in Audio Production from The University of Kent
- Extensive experience in London studios as a sound engineer and musician
- Over 11 years of home recording expertise with a built studio
- Diverse experience across recording studios, live venues, and film sets (musician & sound technician)
- Worked in major venues as an audio-visual engineer and lighting designer
- Collaborated with (and learned from) boom operators and sound recordists on big-budget films and TV shows
- Mentored by leading Hollywood sound professionals
- Currently teaches and freelancers from his London home studio
Credentials:
- First Class BSc Degree in Audio Design and Production (University of Kent)
- Avid Certified Pro Tools 11 User
Course Curriculum
| Section 1 - Introduction | |||
| Introduction – Title Breakdown | 00:00:00 | ||
| Course Overview | 00:00:00 | ||
| Voice Recording Checklist | 00:00:00 | ||
| Activity: Print The Equipment Checklist | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 2 - The Source | |||
| Section 2: The Source | 00:00:00 | ||
| 3 Key Elements | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand The Human Voice | 00:00:00 | ||
| One More Tip For Performing | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 3 - The Room | |||
| What Makes A Good Room? | 00:00:00 | ||
| Easily Estimate The Reverb Time Of Your Room | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary Of ‘The Source’ And ‘The Room’ | 00:00:00 | ||
| Action Steps | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 4 - Understanding Microphone Types | |||
| Introduction To Microphones | 00:00:00 | ||
| What Is A Microphone | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Dynamic Microphones | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Condenser Microphones | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Microphone Patterns | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hear The Proximity Effect In Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Which Pattern Should You Use? | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 5 - When To Use Certain Microphones | |||
| Know When To Use Dynamic Mics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Know When To Use Large Diaphragm Condenser Mics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Know When To Use Small Diaphragm Condenser Mics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hear Examples Of All Types Of Microphone | 00:00:00 | ||
| The One Mic That Will Ruin Your Voice Overs | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hear How Weird This Sounds! | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 6 - Purchasing Equipment | |||
| You Don’t Need To Spend A Fortune | 00:00:00 | ||
| More Affordable Mics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Even More Affordable Mics! | 00:00:00 | ||
| When To Use An Audio Interface | 00:00:00 | ||
| Microphone Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 7 - Recording Technique | |||
| Introduction To Recording Technique | 00:00:00 | ||
| 4 Key Considerations | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 8 - Room Acoustics | |||
| Room Acoustics Made Easy | 00:00:00 | ||
| Early Reflections | 00:00:00 | ||
| Microphones And Early Reflections | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Ultimate Free Technique For Improving Your Voice Overs! | 00:00:00 | ||
| WOW – Take A Listen! | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 9 - Microphone Placement | |||
| Exploit Mic Placement Part 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Exploit Mic Placement Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Mic Placement Examples | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 10 - Reducing & Preventing Noise | |||
| Awesome Sound Isolation (Get Rid Of Background Noise) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Use A Pop Filter | 00:00:00 | ||
| This Is Why You Need A Pop Shield! | 00:00:00 | ||
| Shock Mounts | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Take Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 11 - Recording Process | |||
| Introduction To The Recording Process | 00:00:00 | ||
| Which Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)? | 00:00:00 | ||
| How To Set Up Your Project The Right Way | 00:00:00 | ||
| Start Recording | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 12 - DAW Step-by-Step Walkthroughs | |||
| DAW Walkthroughs | 00:00:00 | ||
| Start A Project In Audacity | 00:00:00 | ||
| Start A Project In Reaper | 00:00:00 | ||
| Start A Project In Pro Tools | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Take Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 13 - Editing | |||
| Why Edit? | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Volume Automation | 00:00:00 | ||
| The Easiest Way To Use Volume Automation | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 14 - Step-By-Step Editing Walkthroughs | |||
| Editing In Audacity | 00:00:00 | ||
| Editing In Reaper | 00:00:00 | ||
| Editing In Pro Tools | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 15 - ADR (Replacing Dialogue) | |||
| What Is ADR? | 00:00:00 | ||
| ADR & Editing | 00:00:00 | ||
| Hear ADR In Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Take Action | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 16 - Mixing With EQ & Compression | |||
| Introduction | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand EQ | 00:00:00 | ||
| How To Use EQ | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understand Compression | 00:00:00 | ||
| How To Use Compression | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 17 - Noise Gating & Other Tools | |||
| Understand And Use Noise Gates | 00:00:00 | ||
| More Tools You Can Use | 00:00:00 | ||
| Plugin Order | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 18 - Step-By-Step Mixing Walkthroughs | |||
| Mixing in Audacity | 00:00:00 | ||
| Mixing In Reaper | 00:00:00 | ||
| Mixing in Pro Tools | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 19 - Finishing The Mix | |||
| Bouncing/Exporting/Rendering | 00:00:00 | ||
| Summary | 00:00:00 | ||
| Sync To Video | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 20 - Behind The Scenes | |||
| Behind The Scenes – Acoustic Treatment | 00:00:00 | ||
| Behind The Scenes – Mixing Part 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Behind The Scenes – Mixing Part 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 21 - Conclusion | |||
| Cheat Sheet | 00:00:00 | ||
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Excellent Foundational Course
I’ve been creating video tutorials for almost a year and the audio portion has been by far and away from the largest learning curve. I wish I had access to this course from the onset. I have, through this course, learned what I was doing right, doing wrong and what I can improve upon. Kudos to the instructor for creating a course that easy to understand and to implement!
I’m a complete beginner in this and this had some great helpful tips
Great course
very helpful, thanks!
Very Thorough Technical Background
I’m taking this course as I’m just starting out and I’ve learned so much about how to record in a way that will save me from having to spend the time of time editing. He teaches the necessary editing, settings and walks through three different software and shows how to use them.
From a learning perspective, he was easy to listen to, kept the lessons in easy to consume chunks.