FRI NOV. 19

BOOKING WORK: FOLLOW THE SCIENCE

Hosted by Scott Parkin, Voice Actor and Voiceover Coach

Few people uncover the essence of what it takes for voice actors to book work consistently, build industry relationships, grow their skill-set, and thrive as a working voice actor, but we found an extraordinary line-up that does just that; producer, casting director, talent manager, and talents agents come together to put it all on the line for you. We're challenging these experts to reveal the science behind leveling up your booking ratio. Step into the laboratory with Joy Johnson-Williams from Discovery Communications, Paul Doherty of CESD Talent Agency, Jill Kershaw of Sound and Fury, and Marc Guss of ACM Talent. (Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.)

• Scott Parkin
• Joy Johnson-Williams
• Paul Doherty
• Jill Kershaw
• Marc Guss

FRI NOV. 19

ACTING FOR VOICE ACTORS

Hosted by Marc Preston, VO Coach and Voiceover Actor

The craft of acting encompasses voice acting. Acting is an invaluable skill that supports your artistic growth, understanding of script and character analysis, and contribution to the creative process. Once you learn acting, it’s yours for life. Join host Marc Preston and some of the most respected teachers of our time: Caymichael Patten (various methods), Caymichael Patten Studios; Matthew Corozine (Meisner), Matthew Corozine Studio Theatre; Pat Fraley (various methods), Pat FraleyTeaches.com; Penny Templeton (Wynn Handman Technique), Penny Templeton Studio; and Tim McNeil (Adler Technique), Stella Adler Academy. (Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.)

• Marc Preston
• Caymichael Patten
• Matthew Corozine
• Pat Fraley
• Penny Templeton
• Tim McNeil

FRI NOV. 19

SOVAS and Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre Scholarship

Hosted by John Jack Rogers, Executive Director, Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre

SOVAS™ and the Stella Adler Academy are offering exclusive Actor Training Scholarships, presented by Executive Director John Jack Rodgers. The scholarships are valued at $5700 dollars, for two (2) deserving attendees of That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo 2021. Anyone with a ticket to That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo 2020 was eligible to apply. Winners receive a certificate for three semesters, encompassing Adler Technique Levels I, II, and III. Each semester is 6 to 8 weeks long, with three 3-hour classes per week, conducted online. Apply here: SOVAS.org/stella (Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.)

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FRI NOV 19

The Collapse of Color Blind Casting

Hosted by Roger Gehrmann, Executive Creative Director, Pandora

The world of voice acting is now front and center in the discussion of diversity and inclusion. It’s not a passing fad, but a movement toward a more enlightened era. This necessary movement is picking up speed and drawing everyone into its orbit. Meet some of the most respected voices in our industry as they discuss the impact of systemic racism on their careers, and their vision for navigating a path forward. What exactly has changed, how does it affect job opportunities, and are you part of the solution? Join the conversation with host Roger Gehrmann (Executive Creative Director at Pandora), January Lavoy (Voice Actor and Professor at Emory University), Leon Nixon (Voice Actor, Playwright, and Filmmaker), Rene Ruiz (Voice Actor, Announcer, Narrator), and Scott Brick (Narrator, 5-time Voice Arts® Winner and Master Teacher). Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.

• Roger Gehrmann
• January Lavoy
• Rene Ruiz
• Scott Brick
• Leon Nixon

FRI NOV 19

The Voice Arts® Legacy Award

Presented to Scott Brick

Celebrate one of voice acting's brightest stars, and sit down with him for a personal, one-on-one interview! Scott Brick is an American actor, writer, and award-winning narrator of over 800 audiobooks, including popular titles such as Washington: A Life, Moneyball, Cloud Atlas, A Princess of Mars, The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremacy, The Bourne Ultimatum, Atlas Shrugged, Sideways, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? (filmed as Blade Runner), I, Robot, Mystic River, Helter Skelter, Patriot Games, Bid Time Return (filmed as Somewhere in Time), In Cold Blood, the Dune series, Ender's Game, and Fahrenheit 451. He has narrated works for a number of high-profile authors, including Tom Clancy, Robert Ludlum, Michael Crichton, John Grisham, Clive Cussler, and Stephen J. Cannell. To date, he's won over 60 Earphones Awards for his narrating skills, as well as five Audie Awards, five SOVAS Awards for voiceover, and a Grammy nomination. After recording 250 titles in his first five years, AUDIOFILE MAGAZINE named Brick “one of the fastest-rising stars in the audiobook galaxy,” and proclaimed him a Golden Voice, but it was the WALL STREET JOURNAL that sealed the moniker with a front-page article. We celebrate Scott as a talent, a legend, an example of excellence, and a faithful voice of the pursuit of artful living. One thing we know is that there is more brilliance than can be contained in a hundred hours with Scott, but we will spend at least one hour with him, including a live, one-on-one interview to understand insights that have led to his extraordinary success and to hear his vision of where the audiobook industry is going next. (Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.)

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FRI NOV 19

PANDORA: Mastering The Listening Experience

Steve Pogatch and David Cuetter

Pandora is a leading music and podcast platform, reaching 70 million users and producing 1500 voiceover promo spots monthly - an oasis of opportunity for voice actors! But what is that Pandora brand, and how does a voice actor learn to master it? Get the answers directly from the Pandora decision-makers: Steve Pogatch (Lead Audio Producer ), and David Cuetter (Sr. Bilingual Audio Producer). They'll tell you exactly what they're looking for; they'll also be conducting live audition training and taking your questions. Plus, Pandora is offering That's Voiceover!™ attendees an exclusive audition that could earn you a spot on the Pandora voiceover roster! Both the live training and audition are available to Spanish and English speaking voice actors.

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SAT NOV 20

What Producers Want: Inside the Minds of the Visionaries

Hosted by Les Trent, Senior Correspondent, Inside Edition

Voice actors are always guessing as to what the producer wants. This is especially evident during the audition phase, when descriptions are lacking, and one doesn’t have the benefit of the producer’s direction. The actor must therefore engage in a variety of performance gymnastics to be prepared for whatever comes their way. Learning to tap into the producer's or director's vision is a path to success and longevity. Their vision is the one that counts when everything is at stake. Les Trent, Sr. Correspondent for Inside Edition, gets inside the culture of vision with Jenni Fontana (Sr. Manager of Audio Production, NBC Entertainment) Steven Doppelt (Sr. Copy Manager, MSNBC), Sharita Peterson, Sr. Creative Director, ViacomCBS), and Rudy Gaskins, (Emmy Award-winning Producer, President & CEO of SOVAS). This panel provides a rare, inside glimpse into the minds of the visionaries. (Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.)

• Les Trent
• Jenni Fontana
• Steven Doppelt
• Sharita Petersen
• Rudy Gaskins

SAT NOV 20

Lake Bell receives the Backstage Vanguard Award

Interview by Joe Cipriano, Award-winning Voice Actor, Author, and Founder of Fresh Demos

Lake Bell is the definition of a maverick. She took the VO community by storm with her acclaimed film 'In A World,' and has been blazing a trail ever since. As an actor, voice actor, writer, director, producer, and creator of content, Lake is a prime example of what you can accomplish when you put your mind to the task and take your destiny into your own hands. In addition to her numerous accomplishments both on and off camera, she has recently signed a multi-year production deal with 20TH Century FOX TV. Now, in partnership with Backstage Magazine, Lake Bell is the recipient of the SOVAS Backstage Vanguard Award for Outstanding Accomplishments in the Arts and Humanities. (Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.)

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SAT NOV 20

SOVAS™ Academic Scholarship, Sponsored by J Michael Collins

Hosted by J. Michael Collins

Many who make the financial investment to attend the That’s Voiceover!™ Career Expo do so on the promise that they will receive a best-in-class learning experience, inspired insights, professional networking, and real-world job opportunities. That is indeed our promise, and we applaud you for investing in your dream. And for those who may be struggling to further invest in continuing education, demo reels, equipment, and marketing, we want to support you as well. This is why we created the SOVAS Academic Scholarship, now sponsored by J. Michael Collins. If you had the wherewithal to get yourself to That’s Voiceover Career Expo, we want to help you go further. Follow this link to apply: https://www.sovas.org/sovas-scholarships/ One winner will be selected and announced online during the presentation of the scholarship. (Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.)

SAT NOV 20

Doblaje Internacional: Un Mercado Laboral en Crecimiento. (International Dubbing: A Booming Job Market)

Hosted by Natalia Rosminati, Voice Actor and Co-founder of La Industria Desde Adentro

Una mirada profunda al creciente ramo del doblaje debido al incremento de consumo de contenidos en línea. Únase a la conversación con Lorenzo Beteta (Dubbing Director/Actor), Andrea Nieto (Managing Director, Centauro Communication), Ricardo Tejedo (Dubbing Director/Actor) and Deborah Wexler (Director of Localization, Pixelogic Media). A deep dive into new voiceover job growth as consumers embrace Live Streaming like never before. (Traducción simultánea disponible en Inglés.)

• Natalia Rosminati
• Lorenzo Beteta
• Ricardo Tejedo
• Deborah Wexler
• Andrea Nieto

SAT NOV 20

VO Titans Of The Universe: What is success, really?

Hosted by Joan Baker, Voice Actor / Author / VP, Society of Voice Arts and Sciences

Leading voice actors share key lessons learned while establishing their careers, and how they're navigating the changing voiceover universe into the future. (Traducción simultánea disponible en español para todos los paneles.)

• Joan Baker
• Alex Désert
• Jennifer Hale
• Kari Wahlgren
• Reno Wilson