Author: Karen-Eileen Gordon

Your browser does not support the audio element. Ah, September! This blog title is a nod to the awesome classic retro pop hit, “September,” by Earth, Wind & Fire. September, the gateway to Fall, is often the unofficial start of cozy sweater season. It’s a time when the crispness of the air signals a fresh…

Your browser does not support the audio element. Those of you who have worked with me likely know that I have been a burnt out pile of goo many times in my voice-over career. Even while my success was rising, I was crashing-and-burning. A lot. I finally went on a deep quest for tools that…

Your browser does not support the audio element. In one of my many awesome former corporate jobs, I worked as a voice-over casting director for the Armed Forces Radio Network. I saw/heard thousands of talented actors navigate this rollercoaster-y, unpredictable industry. A challenging moment occurs when you find yourself on the brink of landing a…

Your browser does not support the audio element. Hey there, fabulous voice-over artists!  Today, let’s dive into the fascinating world of our inner voices. Not the ones that help you nail that perfect read, or the ones that wisely critique your latest audition. We’re talking about the friendly neighborhood inner voices that sometimes go rogue…

Your browser does not support the audio element. Happy Valentine’s Day month! I’m a big believer in celebrating as much as possible, and some very interesting science supports the benefit of stopping to celebrate even the tiniest wins: it seems to create a cascade of goodies for our body’s feel-awesome chemicals, our brains, and our…

Your browser does not support the audio element. Welcome to sparkly new 2024! If you’re reading this, you’re either well into your journey as a voice-over artist, or are considering making that leap. Either way, I wanted to start us off this year with a few nuggets to make this year as delicious as possible.…

Your browser does not support the audio element. As a voice-over coach and actor, I’ve lost count of how often I’ve heard both clients and fellow VO artists say, with great conviction, “Oh, I just can’t do character voices at all!”  I always respectfully disagree.  In my experience, all human beings are hardwired to create…

Your browser does not support the audio element. I’ve been very fortunate to coach thousands of blossoming voice-over artists (from newbies to pros) for the last eight-plus years. One of my favorite things to do is what I call “hot seat” or “loveseat” coaching, during a Zoom or an in-person session. In case you’re unfamiliar,…