Making It To The Mic

Oct 17 2024 50 ep. 42 mins 2

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On this podcast we interview a variety of voice over artists from different backgrounds about how they got their start. We focus on what it was like in the early days of their career, how they found their way in the voice over industry, and what steps they took to create the careers they have now.

Hosted by Stephanie Pam Roberts, a musical theatre actress turned voice actor who made it to the mic over 10 years ago. Stephanie built her career from the ground up working mostly from her home studio with jobs she booked on her own. Since then she’s grown her business and has voiced everything from national commercials to corporate projects to kids apps, and more!

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S4E10: Zehra Fazal

Oct 17 2024 59 mins

Stephanie talks to Zehra Fazal, an accomplished animation, video game, and commercial actor. Zehra gives great insight into the animation industry as she talks about residuals, auditions, and more. They also talk about the importance of thinking of yourself as a business and making sure to have a cushion of income to allow you to do more of the types of genres you love.Instagram an

S4E9: Milena Tinoco

Oct 10 2024 58 mins

Stephanie talks to Milena Tinoco, an accomplished billingual voice actor who has been working to build her business over the last 10 years using tools like great training and positive mindset. Milena works in commercials, medical narration (she's also a registered nurse!), corporate narration, and more. They also talk about the specificities of being a bilingual English / Spani

S4E8: Tim Campbell

Oct 03 2024 50 mins

Stephanie talks to audiobook narrator Tim Campbell. Tim is an Audie, Voice Arts, Independent Audiobook, and Audiofile Earphones Award-winning narrator of over 900 audiobooks. They talk about the ins and outs of royalty share, time management and more. Tim's Website: www.timcampbell.meMaking It To The Mic Website: www.makingittothemic.comInstagram: @stephaniepamrobertsvoEmail: s

S4E7: Jessica Taylor

Sep 26 2024 46 mins

Stephanie talks to Jessica Taylor, a voice actor with over 10 years of experience based in Colorado. Jessica works in all aspects of VO except for animation, video games, and audiobooks. They talk about the ups and downs of the business, maintaining client relationships, and how voice over allows Jessica to be an involved parent. Instagram: @jessicavodotcomLinkedIn: @jtaylorvoWebsi

S4E6: Daisy Hobbs

Sep 19 2024 36 mins

Stephanie talks to Daisy Hobbs, a musical theatre performer turned voice actor. Daisy is also a mama to 2 young kids and a writer. She can be heard in all sectors of media, but focuses on nailing her reads for major national commercials and trusting her strong performance background. Daisy's Website: www.voicebydaisy.comMaking It To The Mic Website: www.makingittothemic.comInst

S4E5: Zeke Alton

Sep 12 2024 46 mins

Stephanie talks to video game and animation voice actor Zeke Alton. Zeke is a former Navy test pilot and his experience and analytical mind has helped shape his voice over journey. Zeke is a member of SAG-AFTRA and currently on the union negotiating committees for Television, Film, Commercials, Animation, and Video Games. Zeke's Instagram: @zekealtonSAG-AFTRA Website: https://w

S4E4: Andi Arndt

Sep 05 2024 46 mins

Stephanie talks to audiobook narrator Andi Arndt. Andi has recorded over 750 audio books in many different genres. She talks about her methods both in front of the mic and how she runs her business in this informative episode.Andi's Website: andiarndt.comAndi's Instagram: @offmicandiVO Atlanta: https://www.voatlanta.me/Michael Crouch's episode: https://www.stephaniepamr

S4E3: Danielle Famble

Aug 29 2024 49 mins

Stephanie talks to Danielle Famble, a musical theatre and TV actor turned voice actor who works in commercials, politicals, eLearning, and more. Danielle's career took off in 2020 and she has grown her 6 figure business ever since. Danielle's Website: https://daniellefamble.com/Danielle's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dfambleDanielle's Instagram: https://www.in

S4E2: Robb Moreira

Aug 22 2024 52 mins

Stephanie talks to Robb, a bilingual voice actor who has over a decade of experience working in several VO genres including commercials and more recently, audio books. Robb's acting background and friendly demeanor has helped him grow and maintain his voice over business. Abacus Audio: https://www.abacus.nyc/Robb's Website: RobbMoreiraVO.comInstagram and X: @robbmoreiravoMa

S4E1: Gina Scarpa

Aug 15 2024 46 mins

Stephanie talks to Gina Scarpa, a voice actor, coach and director. Gina works consistently in genres like commercials, video games, corporate, and more and is passionate about marketing and SEO as ways to grow and sustain her business.https://navavoices.org/Marc Scott - VO Marketing - https://www.vopreneur.com/Maria Pendolino's MITTM Episode: https://www.stephaniepamroberts.com