Want more VO clients in addition to cold emails? Learn how to create a lead magnet that builds trust, grows your email list, and positions you as the go-to voice actor in your niche.In this video, I’ll show you how to create a simple, high-converting voiceover lead magnet from scratch. We’ll cover how to choose the right client, what format works best, how to deliver it, and how to actually get people to download it.Stop making freebies for other voice actors. Start creating resources your clients actually want.✅ Free Download: The Lead Magnet Launch ChecklistGet the one-page step-by-step guide to plan, create, and promote your first VO lead magnet.👉 https://welcome.vopro.pro/lead-magnet-checklist📕 Want crystal clarity on who hires voice actors? https://training.vopro.pro/big-book-flashsale/📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset👍 Like this video if it was helpful💬 Drop your questions or lead magnet ideas in the comments📩 Subscribe for more VO business and marketing strategies every weekLinks: (When possible, I use affiliate links and may earn a commission. See disclosure below.)▶️ Subscribe: https://vopro.pro/youtube🆓 Free Voice Actor Resources: https://vopro.pro/freesources📈 Work with Me: https://vopro.pro/workwithme🎧 The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast🪜 7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://vopro.pro/7steps📭 Move Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/mti🖥️ Facebook: https://vopro.pro/facebook🛒 The VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shop🎙️ My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.comTools and Tech: 📑 Create beautiful resources and lead magnets like mine in minutes: https://vopro.pro/typeset📘 Recommended Book List with Links: https://vopro.pro/booklist⚙️ I Use with Links: https://vopro.pro/gearlist🎯 Lead generation and targeting: Apollo.io: https://vopro.pro/apollo🌳 Way Better than Linktree: https://vopro.pro/pillarDisclosure: Affiliate marketing is an great way to generate revenue as a content creator. Some links in my video descriptions are affiliate links and I may earn a commission should you make a purchase after clicking them. I only link to items I recommend. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.About (Paul) Schmidt:Paul Schmidt is a successful voice actor, community builder, and voiceover business coach. He's also the creator of the VO Freedom Master Plan, a voiceover marketing program designed to generate consistent opportunities for voice actors to book work, and the VO Pro Community, a private, professional, global community created to meet the needs of voice actors and audiobook narrators who want to take their careers to the next level. Paul has been a voice actor for over 25 years and full-time for tSend us a textSupport the show
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Talent Manager vs. Talent Agent for Voice Acting: Read This BEFORE Signing Anything
Talent Manager vs. Talent Agent for Voice Acting: What’s the Difference?Wondering whether you need an agent, a manager, or both as a voice actor? In this video, we break down the real difference between talent agents and talent managers in the voiceover industry... what they do, what they don’t, what’s legal, and how to avoid signing with the wrong one.If you’re confused about voice actor representation, contract red flags, or how to protect your VO business, this is for you.Get the FREE Representation Checklist here: https://welcome.vopro.pro/reps-checklistNeed the full breakdown? Grab The Ultimate Guide to Agents vs. Managers: https://training.vopro.pro/reps-flashsale/_____________________________▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/EftKKTLJfmoSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-plan7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-ytMove Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtubeFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedomMy voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.comGVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.comTools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtproWay Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtproSend us a textSupport the show
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Voiceover Client Referrals: Step-by-Step Guide for VO Pros
Want more voiceover clients in addition to cold outreach? A referral program might be the secret weapon you’re missing.In this video, we break down how to build a referral system that actually works, not the vague “just ask your friends” advice. You’ll learn:✅ What makes a referral program irresistible✅ Who to ask✅ How to incentivize referrals without sounding desperate✅ Scripts, systems, and tracking tips that save time and make moneyIf you’re ready to turn past clients and peers into a pipeline of warm leads, this one’s for you.📖 Read the full post: https://vopro.pro/blog/building-a-referral-program-for-your-vo-business🎯 More VO business tips: Subscribe and hit the bell for weekly marketing strategies that actually work.FREE Referral Toolkit: https://welcome.vopro.pro/referral-program-toolkit#voiceovermarketing #referralprogram #vobusiness #voiceactorbusiness #findvoclients_____________________________▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/YLL2svuLU-4?si=zLI0HkSp8fgiMcBtSUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-planThe VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app Use code You15Tube for 15% off of your membership for life.The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-ytMove Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtubeFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedomThe VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shopSay Hi on Social: https://pillar.io/paulschmidtprohttps://www.instagram.com/vopro.prohttps://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.comGVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.comTools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtproWay Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtproSend us a textSupport the show
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Get Organized! Systems & Tools EVERY Voice Actor Should Use
Struggling to stay organized in your voiceover business?You’re not alone—and the solution isn’t more gear. It’s better systems.In this video, I’ll walk you through the exact tools and workflows professional voice actors use to manage projects, track clients, quote confidently, and keep their VO business running like a machine. Whether you’re brand new or scaling fast, this is your behind-the-scenes look at how to stop the chaos and start operating like a pro.Download the free VO Business Systems Checklist here: https://welcome.vopro.pro/systems-checklistThis checklist includes: • The best VO tools for beginners and pros • A plug-and-play folder system for every job • Pro tips for marketing, finances, and client experience • A weekly business routine that keeps you on trackIf you’re ready to stop winging it and finally feel in control of your business, this is your first step.Subscribe for weekly VO business tips, tools, and mindset shifts to grow a real, stable voiceover career.#voiceover #voiceactor #votips #votools #voiceactingbusiness #organizevo #voiceoverworkflow #vobusiness #voprosystems_____________________________▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/dKocFpjubt0?si=gWvauMzdMmxYnrX4SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-planThe VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app Use code You15Tube for 15% off of your membership for life.The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-ytMove Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtubeFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedomThe VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shopSay Hi on Social: https://pillar.io/paulschmidtprohttps://www.instagram.com/vopro.prohttps://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.comGVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.comTools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtproWay Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtproSend us a textSupport the show
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THIS Is How You Beat AI as a Voice Actor
AI voices are here—and they’re not THAT awful. So where does that leave you as a professional voice actor?In this episode, we break down exactly how to position yourself to beat AI voices and stay booked in an industry that’s changing fast. If you’ve felt the fear, the doubt, or that pit-in-your-stomach moment when you heard a robot that sounded “pretty good”… this is the video you need to watch.👉 Discover what clients still crave that AI can’t replicate👉 Learn how to stand out, not shrink back👉 Stop marketing like it’s 2016 and start booking like a pro in 2025This isn’t panic. It’s strategy.Download The (Free) Voice Actor’s Guide to Positioning Against AI: https://welcome.vopro.pro/ai-positioning-guide_____________________________▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/KPDYZfnpgWM?si=Nmjo8nO8EzbU_Fg7SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@vo-pro?sub_confirmation=1The VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vopro.pro/vo-freedom-master-planThe VO Pro Community: https://vopro.app Use code You15Tube for 15% off of your membership for life.The VO Pro Podcast: https://vopro.pro/podcast7 Steps to Starting and Developing a Career in Voiceover: https://welcome.vopro.pro/7-steps-ytMove Touch Inspire Newsletter for Voice Actors: https://vopro.pro/move-touch-inspire-youtubeFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedomThe VO Pro Shop: https://vopro.pro/shopSay Hi on Social: https://pillar.io/paulschmidtprohttps://www.instagram.com/vopro.prohttps://www.clubhouse.com/@paulschmidtvohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/My voice over website: https://paulschmidtvoice.comGVAA Rate Guide: http://vorateguide.comTools and People I Work with and Recommend (If you use these links to buy something I may earn a commission.): Recommended Book List with Links: https://amzn.to/3H9sBOO Gear I Use with Links: https://amzn.to/3V4d3kZAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.For lead generation and targeting - Apollo.io: https://apollo.grsm.io/yt-paulschmidtproWay Better than Linktree: https://pillar.io/referral/paulschmidtproSend us a textSupport the show
About VO Pro: The Business of Voiceover and Voice Acting
Voiceover Business Strategies That WorkThe VO Pro Podcast is the go-to show for voice actors who want to grow their voiceover business without relying on casting sites or waiting for agents to hand them work. Hosted by voice actor and business coach Paul Schmidt, this podcast delivers no-fluff, tactical advice on how to market your voiceover services, attract high-quality clients, and build a profitable VO business in a world of AI-generated voices and shifting industry standards.You’ll learn practical voiceover marketing tips, how to master direct marketing for voice actors, build a solid client base, and use tools like email outreach, SEO, and strategic positioning to stand out. We cover how to price your work, optimize your VO website, and navigate topics like AI and voiceover with clarity and confidence.Each week, we bring you insights and strategies from Paul, and interviews with working voice actors, coaches, casting directors, and experts who understand the business of voiceover from the inside out.If you're a freelance voice actor looking to take control of your career and actually get booked, this is the podcast for you.Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Audible, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, SoundCloud, Deezer, Podcast Addict, Castbox, and RSS, and wherever you get your podcasts.You’ll also find helpful information including my free Move Touch Inspire newsletter for voice actors at VOPro.pro.com/newsletterSUBSCRIBE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/vopro-pro?sub_confirmation=1The Pro Blog: https://vopro.pro/blogThe VO Freedom Master Plan: https://vofreedommasterplan.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vofreedomSay Hi on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vopro.proLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulschmidtvo/My voiceover website: https://paulschmidtvoice.com
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