Stop guessing your way to VO success. Discover the metrics that turn talent into full-time income.Are you tired of hustling with little to show for it? In this video, we reveal the essential business metrics every voice actor must track to go from part-time hopeful to full-time pro. Learn how to analyze your audition-to-booking ratio, marketing ROI, client retention, and more.Plus, get real-world strategies to make smarter, more profitable decisions. Stop flying blind and start running your voiceover business like a CEO.🎁 Grab your free Voiceover Metrics Tracking Spreadsheet: https://welcome.vopro.pro/metrics-spreadsheet🚀 Explore coaching & resources: https://vopro.pro/workwithme#VoiceoverBusiness #VoiceActorTips #VoiceoverMetrics #VOBusinessGrowth #VoiceoverCoaching #EntrepreneurMindset #VOProLinks: (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 the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.Send us a textSupport the show
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Stand Out or Get LOST: The VO Branding Wake Up Call
Unlock the secret to going full-time as a voice actor with a brand that truly converts. This video reveals how to build a powerful voiceover brand that attracts your ideal clients, boosts your bookings, and grows your business. Learn step-by-step strategies for defining your unique selling proposition, crafting your brand voice, marketing smartly, and mastering SEO to get found online. Whether you're juggling gigs or ready to leap full-time, this guide is your blueprint to success.Download the FREE Voiceover Brand Blueprint Workbook: https://welcome.vopro.pro/brand-workbookVO Freedom Masterplan: https://training.vopro.pro/vofmp-next-cohort-wait-list/#VoiceoverBranding #VoiceoverMarketing #VoiceoverSEO #FullTimeVoiceActor #VoiceoverTips #VoiceActorSuccess #BrandingForVoiceActors #VoiceoverBusiness #VoiceoverCareer #VOProLinks: (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 the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.Send us a textSupport the show
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Demo Landing Pages that ATTRACT High-Paying Clients Fast
Unlock the secret to turning your voiceover demo reel into a client magnet. Discover how a genre-specific landing page can transform your VO career from part-time hustle to full-time success. This video breaks down the exact steps to craft a high-converting demo reel landing page that speaks directly to your ideal clients, boosts SEO, and drives bookings. Learn how to understand your client avatar, write persuasive copy, optimize for mobile, and use powerful CTAs that get results. Don’t miss this blueprint to grow your voiceover business and finally make the leap to full-time!Grab your FREE Ultimate Voiceover Demo Reel Landing Page Checklist: https://welcome.vopro.pro/demo-page-checklistKeyword Research: Google Keyword Planner: https://business.google.com/us/ad-tools/keyword-planner/Ahrefs: https://ahrefs.com/#VoiceoverTips #DemoReelLandingPage #VoiceoverCareer #FullTimeVO #VoiceoverMarketing #VOTips #VoiceActorSuccess #VOPro #VoiceoverBusiness #DemoReelLinks: (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 the last several. He lives in beautiful Richmond, VA.Send us a textSupport the show
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Why Most Voice Actors FAIL at Networking & How You Can Win BIG
Ready to Crush Your Next Networking Event? Here’s how.Most voice actors walk into events with no plan—and walk out wondering why they didn’t make any real connections (or land any gigs).In this video, I break down exactly how to network like a pro without being pushy, salesy, or awkward. Whether you’re heading to VO Atlanta, One Voice USA, or a non-VO industry event packed with potential clients, you’ll learn how to: • Avoid the business card trap • Shift from collecting to connecting • Show up with purpose, confidence, and strategy • Build relationships that lead to real opportunities🧠 Plus: I’ll show you how to get your own Personalized VO Networking Game Plan: a free interactive quiz that gives you a step-by-step strategy based on your unique networking style and the type of event you’re attending.https://welcome.vopro.pro/networking-gameplanThe Big Book of VO Client Avatars – https://training.vopro.pro/bigbook💬 COMMENT:What event are you heading to next? Drop it below and tell us your networking goal.#VoiceOverTips, #VoiceActorMarketing, #NetworkingForVO, #VOConferences, #FindVoiceoverClients, #VOMarketingTipsLinks: (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 oveSend us a textSupport the show
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AI Is REWRITING Search. Is Your VO Site READY?
Is SEO Dead for Voice Actors in 2025? Not if you do this instead.In this video, we break down how AI has changed the way clients search and what voice actors need to know to keep getting found online. If your website isn’t bringing in leads, traffic, and demo listens, your SEO strategy might be stuck in the past.Learn: • Why old SEO tactics don’t work anymore • How AI Overviews are reshaping search • What “Un-AI-able” content is—and how to create it • How to optimize your VO website for real voice buyers📥 Download the free cheat sheet: Post-AI SEO for Voice Actors: https://welcome.vopro.pro/seo-ai-checklistSubscribe for more voiceover marketing tips and smart business strategy for working voice actors.#voiceacting #voiceoverSEO #voiceactorwebsite #voiceovermarketing #AIsearch #SEOtips_____________________________▶️ Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/YLL2svuLU-4?si=Ockdwg7lA54DU6cXSUBSCRIBE: 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/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
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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