Toy Story 3 comes out tomorrow. The voice actor who plays Andy, the owner of all the toys like ‘Woody’ and ‘Buzz Lightyear’ has provide the character’s voice in all 3 films.
He started when he was 7, the next movie was made when he was in his teens and now, in his mid-twenties, he’s voiced Andy for the 3rd time.
Here’s an interesting interview with voice actor John Morris.
Social Media VO is the web child of its parents, voice talents Terry Daniel and Dave Courvoisier and their unholy union on the stage of VOICE 2010.
This was a presentation created from scratch, not part of some sales seminar they’ve given over and over. I know because at various parts of the past four months, I’d spoken with both of them and watched their creative process evolve on-line. There was a lot of work put into it and it showed. It was helpful, thoughtful and insightful.
Whether you are a voice talent who needs to enter the social media playing field and feels clueless, a voice talent whose been around social media but could use some pointers or someone not at all in voice over who falls under part of either criteria, this web site would be worth you time and attention.
Voice Talent Doug Turkel, the UNnouncer
Some folks call them tchotchkes, trinkets, gifts, souvenirs or ad specialties.
They are the presents, usually logoed, that business give to other businesses as a thank you or as a possible long term reminder of a company’s name and brand. Hopefully the gift (pens, hats, flashlights etc.) are useful or at the very least fun.
This came to mind as I was going through my VOICE 2010 bag (yes, I knew I’d get around to it) and saw this gift from UNnouncer Doug Turkel.
The message on the envelope says:
Have you ever needed a surprisingly compact copy stand to use with your mobile recording rig? A minimalist frame to hold that photo you should’ve reconsidered posting on Facebook? Or a convenient place to keep your important list of to-do items front and center?
Yeah, me too. Enjoy.
Creative, different, memorable.
Now you have to go out and think up something for your business? Or do you have an idea you’d like to share with the class?
These are my friends, old and new, who were at VOICE 2010 and I’d like you to virtually meet them if you haven’t had the pleasure to meet them personally. Unfortunately, I didn’t get pictures with ALL of my friends there so there are some glaring omissions for which I apologize.
I am grateful for the friendship of each and everyone one of them.
Kara Edwards & Dave DeAndrea at VOICE 2010 Red Carpet Reception
Voice Talents Dave DeAndrea, Peter K. O'Connell and little Doug Turkel
Voice Talents Doug Turkel and Kara Edwards
Voice Talents Peter K. O'Connell, Kurt Kelly and VOICE 2010 co-host Dave Courvoisier
Voice Talents Peter K. O'Connell and Connie Terwilliger
Voice Actors Pat Fraley, Doug Turkel, Connie Terwilliger and Liz deNesnera
American Voice Talent Peter K. O'Connell and Austrialian Voice Talent Matt Cowlrick
Voice Talents Jeffrey Kafer and Peter - what's the deal with my hair - O'Connell
Seattle Voice Talents Jeffrey Kafer and Erica Risberg
Voice Talents Amy Snively and Pam Tierney
Voice Talents Pam Tierney and Peter K. O'Connell
The VO-BB Gang was adorned with the necklaces signifing we voice talents as dolphins swimming among sharks. The sharks were never identified as far as I know.
At VOICE 2010's first general session, the great Pat Fraley brought on special guest Brad Garrett who's comedic voice over abilities are amazing.
Fellow Buffalo Voice Talent Dan Lenard presenting a break-out session at VOICE 2010
Three broken bones in her leg couldn't keep Voice Talent Liz deNesnera from presenting during her Telephony break-out session at VOICE 2010
My friend Doug Turkel and I were given a private tour of the new Don LaFontaine Voiceover Lab at the Screen Actors Guild office in LA Video link of the tour is here: https://blog.audioconnell.com/2010/06/09/audioconnell-in-los-angeles/
Michael Woodley, Administrator of the Don LaFontaine Voice Over Lab
The beloved Souer Boys, Voice Talents Bob Souer and Eric Souer
George Whittam's presentation on technology may have been one of my favorites. He's also the technical designer of the Don LaFontaine Voice Over Lab
Voice Talents Zurek - owner of Voiceover Universe - and Peter K. O'Connell
Voice Talents Meg McClellan and Bobbin Beam. Bobbin served again as Co-Host of VOICE 2010 with Dave Courvoisier.
Stephanie Ciccarelli from Voices.com and Voice Talent and owner of Voice-Overs.com Julie Williams at the Voice-Overs.com reception
audio'connell Voice Over Talent president Peter K. O'Connell presenting at VOICE 2010
Voice Over Xtra!'s John Florian with Voice Talents Peter K. O'Connell, Trish Basyani, Doug Turkel, Bobbin Beam and David Kaplan
Female Voice Talent Susan McCollom
As you may or may not know, VOICE 2010 starts next week in LA.
As you may or may not know, I’ve been asked to take part in a panel hosted by John Florian and featuring Doug Turkel, Trish Basanyi, and David Kaplan.
I’m talking about voice over marketing and the internet and here’s where my new friend Susan McCollom comes in.
Today I received an email from LinkedIn saying “Susan McCollom has indicated you are a Colleague at Voice 2010”. In her message Susan said:
HI Peter,
I just wanted to introduce myself and connect with you (albeit through cyberland) before the big event begins!! I’m looking forward to meeting you and getting to know you and your work through the course of the conference.
– Susan McCollom
And I of course accepted the invitation.
Folks, there can be no simpler example of how easy it is to market yourself on the internet than the professional exchange that Susan and I had.
There can be no better example of how to prepare for a conference and get in touch with people you WANT to me than what Susan did here. Sure, their will be tons of connections after the show…but to do it before shows her excellent ability to plan and prepare for the show. She will be getting the most for her money, I’m guessing.
I’m looking forward to meeting Susan. Who is looking forward to meeting you?
Moderator John Florian with panelists Peter K. O'Connell, Trish Basanyi, David Kaplan & Doug Turkel
Though I publicly warned him that this might be a bad idea and privately promised he could drop me from his panel at any time in favor of someone who could actually offer some valuable content, John Florian of Voice Over Xtra insists he still wants me to speak at VOICE 2010 in L.A. with him, Doug Turkel, Trish Basanyi, and David Kaplan.
John will also unveil the results of his extensive recent industry survey on how voice actors use the Internet at the beginning of this presentation as well.
Our panel on Friday, June 4th at 11 a.m. is entitled “Voice Actors & The Internet”. I am to talk about voice over marketing and the internet…and I’m supposed to cover that in 10 minutes. Factoring in the raucous ovations I’ll get from the crowd just for being there 😉 , that will leave me with 5 minutes. No sweat.
Point here is if ya ain’t yet made yer reservations for this shindig, the only one of its kind for our industry, you really should come and I mean that seriously, not just because I am a presenter. For networking, education and even business opportunities, you need to attend. You are really missing out, I think, if you don’t come. To register, click here.
