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Join Voiceover Pro Linda Bruno as she talks about ”Talking,” sometimes with various Industry VO friends in a completely laid-back environment. No interviews here! Just knowledgable Voice Industry friends speaking honestly about the Industry, including pitfalls, successes, and personal experiences. Learn from the talent that has made it work and continue to do so in this new VO era.
Ep 160 - Voiceover Audition Secrets from The Simpsons’ Everett Oliver
The Voiceover Gurus Podcast
42 minutes 12 seconds
5 days ago
Ep 160 - Voiceover Audition Secrets from The Simpsons’ Everett Oliver
Join Linda Bruno on the latest Voiceover Gurus podcast as she sits down with the incomparable Everett Oliver — renowned voiceover coach, booth director, and all-around industry powerhouse.
With decades of experience in the animation world, Everett brings a treasure trove of wisdom from his time working on beloved shows like The Simpsons, King of the Hill, and X-Men Evolution. In this lively, no-holds-barred conversation, Everett pulls back the curtain on his unique approach to coaching VO talent — from fine-tuning auditions so they truly pop to drawing on your own life experiences to bring authenticity to every read.
You’ll hear how his high-energy, intuitive style has helped countless actors break through performance blocks, discover their signature sound, and navigate the ever-changing demands of the industry. Plus, Everett shares insider tips on adapting to different markets, honing your skills for animation, and carving out your own niche in this competitive field.
Guests Bio:
Everett Oliver is a 30-year veteran of both the animation world and voiceover industry. His personal journey has taken him from the Big Apple as a kid to Georgia where he graduated from Clark Atlanta University, and then to Los Angeles. He has been working in the Voiceover industry for nearly three decades as an International Voice Acting Director and has worked with talent in Africa. Australia, Canada, Europe and Japan.
Everett has worked on hit animated shows including: The Simpsons, King of the Hill, Men in Black, Jackie Chan Adventures, Hellboy, and X-Men Evolution, (just to name a few), and has worked with animation industry titans, such as Disney, ColumbiaTri-Star, and Film Roman/Starz. One of the most valuable experiences that Everett brings to the table is his time as a Booth-Director for an LA based talent agency.
His mission is helping voice actors nail standout auditions with bold choices and sharp direction.
Website: https://www.voiceactingdirector.com/
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Join Voiceover Pro Linda Bruno as she talks about ”Talking,” sometimes with various Industry VO friends in a completely laid-back environment. No interviews here! Just knowledgable Voice Industry friends speaking honestly about the Industry, including pitfalls, successes, and personal experiences. Learn from the talent that has made it work and continue to do so in this new VO era.
