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Topic: Phishing Scam? |
torikamal
Replies: 16
Views: 11243
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Forum: Chat Posted: Sat Dec 26, 2015 5:03 pm Subject: Phishing Scam? |
There is a new round of scams very similar to that going out. Sorry for all the text, but hopefully this helps somebody. I stopped at the point where he was already discussing payment terms before he ... |
Topic: Mouth noise mic suggestions |
torikamal
Replies: 33
Views: 23256
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Forum: Gear ! Posted: Mon Nov 19, 2012 6:11 am Subject: Mouth noise mic suggestions |
Thanks for the apple tip!
Since I got into audio books, editing out mouth sounds has really become what takes the longest for me. I now record a chapter (sipping water in the booth), then when I'm ... |
Topic: News Bulletin for Voice123 users |
torikamal
Replies: 63
Views: 20361
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Forum: Chat Posted: Thu Nov 08, 2012 12:11 pm Subject: News Bulletin for Voice123 users |
I actually never got that email from Voice123, so it must have only affected some members and not others. Sorry you got hit, though--not fun!
I'd like to address two points here.
Believe it or not ... |
Topic: Audacity 2.0.1 Released |
torikamal
Replies: 7
Views: 12095
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Forum: Research and Development Posted: Wed Sep 19, 2012 10:12 am Subject: Audacity 2.0.1 Released |
Absolutely.
Essentially, 2.0.1 allows you to set up custom keyboard key bindings for most effects that come with Audacity now.
So instead of having to go into the menu to normalize something or do ... |
Topic: Audacity 2.0.1 Released |
torikamal
Replies: 7
Views: 12095
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Forum: Research and Development Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 12:49 pm Subject: Audacity 2.0.1 Released |
Hi James,
Yeah, it still does start a new track for each take. However, You can just hit <Shift>+R, or go to the Transport menu and select Append recording, and it will record wherever your cur ... |
Topic: Audacity 2.0.1 Released |
torikamal
Replies: 7
Views: 12095
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Forum: Research and Development Posted: Thu Jul 26, 2012 3:18 pm Subject: Audacity 2.0.1 Released |
For those of you who are Audacity fans, 2.0.1 was just released. There were two items on the list that blew my mind (in bold):
Changes and Improvements
Shortcuts can now be added in Keyboard Prefe ... |
Topic: VO Editing: Am I too 'old school?' |
torikamal
Replies: 27
Views: 10848
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Forum: Chat Posted: Wed Jul 25, 2012 4:23 pm Subject: VO Editing: Am I too 'old school?' |
Staying competitive is always a tricky thing. Especially when it can come down to money vs. ethics.
Although it might feel very businessy, one thing you might try with your friend is to have editin ... |
Topic: On the Cheap |
torikamal
Replies: 20
Views: 9531
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Forum: Chat Posted: Wed Jul 25, 2012 4:09 pm Subject: On the Cheap |
I just thought I'd throw in my 2 cents, as I use Voice123.
I'd probably qualify as a bottom feeder, but I don't know of any other way to break into the industry.
I still pick up a $50, or $75 jo ... |
Topic: The Union Crossroads |
torikamal
Replies: 117
Views: 48502
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Forum: Chat Posted: Tue Jul 17, 2012 9:45 pm Subject: The Union Crossroads |
Full Disclosure:
I know very little about unions.
I live in Minnesota, and ALL of the voice work I get is from online sources. I win them mainly with custom demos/auditions.
I have been lucky e ... |
Topic: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
torikamal
Replies: 21
Views: 9235
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Forum: Chat Posted: Tue Jul 17, 2012 8:45 pm Subject: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
Thanks again, JS!
Just got back from a little vacation to find this wonderful treat of great advice!
Luckily my wife has gotten really good at tuning me out while I make strange sounds and voices, ... |
Topic: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
torikamal
Replies: 21
Views: 9235
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Forum: Chat Posted: Thu Jul 12, 2012 11:32 pm Subject: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
Oh, man, I'd love to take a gander at the video if it is availed at some point!
OK, since in a rather flimsy way, it could still somewhat construed as on-topic, I have another question:
I tend t ... |
Topic: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
torikamal
Replies: 21
Views: 9235
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Forum: Chat Posted: Thu Jul 12, 2012 8:12 pm Subject: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
Well, I do consider myself a game developer, but I don't know if I would fit the role of what many would consider a "traditional" game developer. A lot of people see that as being synonymous ... |
Topic: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
torikamal
Replies: 21
Views: 9235
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Forum: Chat Posted: Wed Jul 11, 2012 1:33 pm Subject: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
That's a great point, Deirdre!
I've actually started asking for a digital copy of the games as part of the contract terms now. Sometimes I get it, sometimes I don't, but I've found it really useful ... |
Topic: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
torikamal
Replies: 21
Views: 9235
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Forum: Chat Posted: Wed Jul 11, 2012 11:54 am Subject: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
Thank you for the tips and advice! I've finally found a great community to call home! |
Topic: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
torikamal
Replies: 21
Views: 9235
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Forum: Chat Posted: Tue Jul 10, 2012 2:30 pm Subject: How Do You Get Into Character With Minimal Information? |
I get most of my video game VA gigs through Voice123. However, I often get very minimal input as to who the character I'm to VA is, how he fits into the game story, or what his demeanor should be in t ... |
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