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01/07/2024

I often see young actors auditioning and reading their copy from their phone. I may be old-fashioned but I can’t imagine this being a very efficient method… And that’s because it’s not. In fact, I always advise and train voice actors to either print their copy or use a tablet. Reading copy on a small screen requires too much visual effort. The energy spent reading such small characters is better spent on the audition itself, like focusing on the message and the brand, finding the right voice and emotions that will speak to the audience.

I recorded a narration piece yesterday with voice actor Jaswant Dev Shrestha for a new documentary. Though I had the entire script printed and ready for him, he chose to read the copy on his computer. The large print allowed him to focus more on his delivery, and less on the text itself. In other words, more acting and less squinting… It's good for everyone, and even better for old eyes like mine 😉

To each their own!

30/06/2024

Getting ready for a new documentary record on this beautiful Sunday morning. Weekend or not, always excited to record such talented actors and provide inspiring content to the world!

17/04/2024

Pop filters are very useful to minimize basic speech sounds such as harsh sibilance, mouth clicks, and popping consonants. However, when they are not specifically needed for sonic improvement, they can alter the resulting quality of your audio in a bad way, and SHOULD NOT BE USED.

The mid range of your audio can drop significantly between 2 and 4 KHz. That’s your vocal presence and well, vocal presence is pretty darn important for an audition. Furthermore, the high end of a recording can disappear completely, and that’s where clarity usually resides. To compensate for such frequency loss, we resort to audio processing such as EQ. We bump up certain frequencies but all that does is add more noise to the recording.

90% of a good recording can be achieved during the recording, with ideal mic placements and proper mic techniques. I have a very simple rule about audio processing: less is more. Don’t use a pop filter if you don’t have to, and adjust your microphone accordingly. This will save you a ton of time during the mixing and exporting of your audition.

11/03/2024

Just because I don’t have an Oscar, doesn’t mean I’m not a superstar. Stay humble kids.

07/03/2024

Transitioning from Fairlight Xynergi to Fairlight Blackmagic is hard enough, and yet someone thought it would be a fun joke to switch the position of the UNDO and REDO buttons on the new system… Seriously!?

26/02/2024

After four full weeks of using my new Blackmagic Fairlight audio system and DaVinci Resolve, I feel an optimistic outlook for the studio’s efficiency and overall productivity. That wasn’t always the case. After day 2, I was seriously questioning my ability to master the intricacy of ALL these new and updated functions. But now, the view from the top is looking more and more hopeful as time goes.

This particular upgrade is ranking Migrate Sound amongst the larger players, in terms of capability and deliverability. The sheer power and processing quality of this new system is by far the biggest enhancement gap I’ve ever achieved from one system to the next. Blackmagic did an amazing job in keeping the integrity of the original Fairlight interface, while integrating the new bells and whistles of the new technology. I am an avid Fairlight fan and Blackmagic did not disappoint.

I have supervised and personally been through (under various capacity) many major system upgrades in my career, this one being the sixth and the most demanding in brain power. It wasn’t exactly like a walk in the park. I’m a type A personality so, leave no stone unturned is quite an understatement for me. The process takes time and dedication, and the learning curve is feeling more intense as we get older. Onward and upward as we say!

All that said, I am hoping this upgrade will be the last ;)

Fairlight peeps, if you are considering upgrading your system to the latest and greatest that our industry has to offer, feel free to reach out and ask me questions.

22/02/2024

My new audio system comes with a “Create Radio Ad” button! OK, that’s not entirely true. There’s no button but I do create radio ads. The ads that come out of this studio are meticulously handcrafted and organically produced by yours truly 😉 And I’ll continue to do it that way for as long as I can! Until that button becomes a reality.

Or, until AI can do what I do. Now don’t get me wrong, I am not against AI. In fact I think it should be supported and promoted in some specific industries such as security, healthcare, and perhaps education. However, I am having a hard time accepting its prowess in the arts, and all creative derivatives of the arts.

19/02/2024

Rainy days? Anchor down, put on your favorite knitted sweater, and grab yourself a warm cup of coffee… More importantly, stay calm as it shall pass 😉 Just what the doctor ordered. Be well my friends.

07/02/2024

Done with the installation which included some minor rewiring. Now it’s time to learn a new system! I predict lots of long days and plenty of coffee in my near future 🥴☕️

06/02/2024

And just like that, we have audio!

05/02/2024

Upgrade day!! So excited to finally install my new Fairlight & Blackmagic audio gear, with the help of the one and only . I’ll post more as we get further along with the upgrade.

19/01/2024

Unveiling my new Fairlight Console Channel Fader from Blackmagic Design! I feel like a kid on the first day of school! I didn’t like the first day of school, but the new sneakers totally made up for it 😉

19/01/2024

Here we go! The second most important audio component of the studio’s upgrade has arrived. The install is scheduled for early February. Exciting!

03/01/2024

Turning on the new beast! I am finally starting a long overdue upgrade in the studio. This is just step one. The next step is my new editing and mixing console… A Fairlight Blackmagic Design transition perhaps 🤔 Cue dramatic effect 😉

Stay tuned :)

01/01/2024

Wishing you all a great new year. Make it the best one yet!

29/12/2023

I don’t mix with headphones, but when I do… 😉 I’m excited to try these new reference headphones from AKG. And they are so comfortable! I practically don’t feel them at all.

13/12/2023

’Tis the time to be jolly! Sharing my gratitude with those who have trusted me, supported me, and enabled me to be the best I could be.

12/12/2023

Finding joy in the little things… New door mat for the studio!! It really doesn’t take much for me to get excited 😂

07/12/2023

It’s getting mighty jolly in the studio! Got the white beard and the red hat… Just in time for the holiday season!

22/11/2023

My temporary office for the next 2 hours… The view isn’t too shabby 🚙

21/11/2023

Done! And it actually looks better than the original foam.

21/11/2023

When your beloved Sennheiser 416’s foam casing turns into dust, you improvise, and make your own case with polystyrene and red felt that will match the acoustic panels of the studio 👍😎

16/11/2023

I love the weather following a rainy day. The smells are just incredible! So peaceful. Wishing you all a great day!

10/11/2023

Practice, practice, practice! Learn the copy ahead of time and make the words your own.

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09/11/2023

Recording a new voice-over demo this afternoon. First time working with this talent. Setting up two mics to get a nice sonic range. I do this all the time, especially with first time recording sessions. Kind of a safety net 🎙️🎤

09/11/2023

I’ve been hearing the good news about the strike being over. I couldn’t be happier for all my voice-over friends who fought tooth and nails for the rest of us, and for a dire cause that needed to be addressed. I don’t really know the details of their agreement yet, but I’m happy to get back to work... With fellow humans ;) The mic is hot and ready for you all!

08/11/2023

Apparently, I’m wise enough to be featured on the Speechless podcast! Listen to my episode, and check out a few more while you're at it... You might learn a thing or two about our overwhelming, tumultuous, dubious, enigmatic VO business. Special thanks to the SpeechlessVO ladies Kim and Natasha 🤗 xo

08/11/2023

Rise and shine my beautiful friends! Just another day in the studio… Got all my morning chores done early, time to get to work 🎙️🎧

04/11/2023

At the Good Karma Festival supporting my students and the Yes I Can Unity 🤟

23/10/2023

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This totally made my day! I love getting those unexpected feedbacks and praises from the people I work with. I feel extremely grateful to play with the very best in the field. Life is all about teamwork. And THIS is the reason I do what I do. Jim Pratt, right back at you pal! Your undeniable talent is a huge asset to every audio ad we collaborate on. My job is a lot easier because of professionals like you. Oh and, about that plugin? I hope it is never invented… At least until I decide to retire 😉 Cheers! #Praises #Reviews #Teamwork #Professionals #AudioAd #AudioAds #AudioProduction #VoiceOver #Talent

The series premiere of Monarch was last Sunday on FOX! You’ll hear my promo work for the show throughout the fall season. So crank up your radio! Oh wait… Is it still called radio these days? #Broadcast #TV #Radio #Promo #Monarch #Series #Premiere #Season #Sunday #SusanSarandon #AnnaFriel #TraceAdkins #Fox #Producer #Director #SoundDesign #SoundMixing #AudioProduction #JobLove #AdLife #AudioLife #EngineerLife #Gratitude #ThankYou

Wait for it… Wait for it… CUT! In broadcast TV and radio production, music cutaways generate tone and rhythm. They break the flow and bring attention to voice-over and dialogue tracks. They also allow the audio content to reset and resume with a bigger impact. They increase the overall dynamic of a promo or commercial ad. They are an essential part of sound design and production. #Broadcast #TV #Radio #Ad #Advertising #Promo #Commercial #VoiceOver #Dialogue #Producer #Director #SoundDesign #SoundMixing #AudioProduction #AudioEngineer #SoundEngineer #MixingEngineer #Audio #Sound #Studio #Mixing

FOX’s new cooking show Next Level Chef with Gordon Ramsay comes out tonight! I worked on the launch campaign, which includes a :30 national radio promo voiced by Jim Pratt for English and Carlos Gonzales for Spanish. Working with such talented professionals is extremely gratifying, not to mention mixing and mastering is a hell of a lot easier! #Broadcast #TV #Radio #Promo #NextLevelChef #GordonRamsay #Fox #VO #VoiceOver #VoiceActing #EnglishSpanish #Producer #Director #SoundDesign #SoundMixing #AudioProduction #DreamTeam #Squad #JobLove #AdLife #AudioLife #EngineerLife #Gratitude #ThankYou @carlosgonzalez4919

Were you team Bull or team Queen Of Hearts? The Masked Singer Grand Finale was last week. I am very excited to share the promo I designed and mixed for FOX, featuring the super-talented voice-over extraordinaire Jim Pratt. It is an honor to be involved with one the highest-rated broadcast show on TV. What a Season... Onto the next! #broadcast #tv #radio #promo #themaskedsinger #teambull #teamqueenofhearts #sounddesign #soundmixing #audioproduction #voiceover

Proud and honored to be a part of this ongoing project. Here is a radio spot I had the privilege of producing for TripleLift . They liked it so much, they turned it into a TV spot! #audio #audioproduction #audiomixing #promo #advertising #radio #tv #podcast