Offers sound career guidance for both the actor and non-actor alike. Explains step-by-step how to jump-start a career in this lucrative but, until now, little-understood bus. Well-established voice actors can often earn as much in one hour as a stage actor might make in 6 weeks. Breaking into the voice-over arena takes a flexible voice but also a knowledge of the business, and this book provides it all, from sample commercials to savvy industry advice. Discusses script copy, showing how to interpret it and bring it to life. Looks at the various markets a voice talent can enter, complete with specific guidelines on how to branch out and break into each area. Includes info. on the ins and outs of the business and self-promotion, plus guidelines for exercising the voice.