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Brian in Charlotte
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 Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 4:23 pm Post subject: Re: Google Audio Ads |
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| richgates wrote: | Hey Guys,
I just finished writing, voicing and producing a spot for Google Audio Ads and wondered if anyone else is familiar with their program? I would like to get listed in their talent directory so potential clients can find me, but my searches thus far have been fruitless.
Any ideas?
TIA,
Rich |
Rich, yes, I have some experience with Google Audio Ads. I was interviewed by Donna Bogatin from ZDNET about it as well. I was on a call with a representative of Google and while chatting he asked if I did more than just voiceover, I elaberated and he asked if I would be willing to submit an application to be one of the vendors...while he could not promise anything, he felt that perhaps something could come of it as it appeared I met the initial criteria.
I completed the form, then was contacted to write, produce, voice etc. for the "Google Checkout" ad (as the other poster mentioned). I later received a note that the ad was received and they would get back to me. They did get back and I have been accepted, however they are not putting new vendors on the list until they come out of BETA.
So, as far as you getting connected, it sounds like you have done the correct things...submit your application, submit your produced ad (once they contact you with all the requirements/direction) and then just wait for a reply.
Hope it goes well for you!
Brian in Charlotte
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richgates
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| Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 6:13 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks for the info Brian. That helps a lot.  |
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Brian in Charlotte
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| Posted: Sun Apr 08, 2007 8:52 am Post subject: |
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You are very welcome...those folks are slow over there, so don't be discouraged.
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CarynClark
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| Posted: Thu Apr 19, 2007 4:50 pm Post subject: |
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First impressions... perhaps they should have considered having actual vo artists voice their training demo.
https://trainingcenter.google.com/audioadsdemo/
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Jeffrey Kafer
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CWToo
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| Posted: Thu Apr 19, 2007 5:05 pm Post subject: |
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I like the example spot for BedLounger.com. The guy blows into the mic a couple of times (well, actually, he just blows as a voice over).
Here's where to find the example spot:
http://www.google.com/adwords/audioads/
It is at the bottom of the page. |
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Brian in Charlotte
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| Posted: Thu Apr 19, 2007 5:13 pm Post subject: |
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WOW......I'm shocked that they would put those out there...I would hope there are some a "tad" better?
Brian in Charlotte
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CarynClark
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| Posted: Thu Apr 19, 2007 6:30 pm Post subject: |
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| JeffreyKafer wrote: | | My favorite part is the >THUNK< when she hits the mic. snicker snicker |
ROFL!!! I know... I personally like the Q&A between the guy and girl at the end (it was painful to listen the entire way through, but the ending took the cake).
Well, I hope it works for Google. I wouldn't be terribly impressed as a prospective advertiser.
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bobbinbeamo
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| Posted: Thu Apr 19, 2007 7:49 pm Post subject: |
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..with examples like these, ya just gotta believe in karma!
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Lizden
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| Posted: Thu Apr 19, 2007 8:31 pm Post subject: |
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Get a POP FILTER!!!!!!!
Ughhh...my ears are bleeding!
sorry.....got a it carried away.... /sigh
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Bill
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| Posted: Fri Apr 20, 2007 6:44 am Post subject: |
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"other broadcast mediums" they're using psychics????  |
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louzucaro
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| Posted: Fri Apr 20, 2007 7:39 am Post subject: |
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Dangit, somebody stole my idear!
I was gonna be "Lou Zucaro - Psychic Voice Artist"
"Tired of hiring voice actors to 'record' your scripts? Hire me, and I'll transmit them psychically directly to your brain! No need for pesky audio or computer hardware, radio or TV. I will, literally, be the voice in your head. Call now and let me 'think about' your project until it's perfect!*
*Lou Zucaro Psychic Voice Artist guarantees perfect mental transmission of all projects. No guarantee or warranty is offered or implied as to the successful reception of said transmissions by your brain. Payments in advance, cash only, no refunds. This offer not valid for mutants wearing anti-telepathy helmets or in the state of California."
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bobbinbeamo
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| Posted: Fri Apr 20, 2007 7:59 am Post subject: |
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That was seriously some nasty audio....like nails scratching on a blackboard. I just read this morning how Google's profits jumped 69% in the first quarter.....Now I know how they saved a portion of the $1 billion  they earned in the last 3 months.
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richgates
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| Posted: Fri Apr 20, 2007 10:35 am Post subject: |
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| I think part of the problem is that this is a whole new frontier for Google and they clearly haven't hired or retained through their acquisition people who really know the industry. Otherwise, they wouldn't put such a shoddy product out there. I just hope that the people who applied and were turned down won't think it is because they weren't good enough. |
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Brian in Charlotte
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| Posted: Fri Apr 20, 2007 11:04 am Post subject: |
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I wish I was able to post the ad I created but I don't think I can do that legally...it would good to get feedback. Off-line?
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