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PODCASTS
COUNTDOWN TO APVA AWARD NOMINATION DEADLINE!
It’s only a few days left to enter your nominations for the APVA AWARDS.
You have until June 30th to submit your nominations for the APVA Awards.
Don’t miss your chance to recognize your favorite podcaster, voiceover artist, or spoken-word artist.
Remember, June 30th is the deadline, Act fast!
Click the link below to nominate now!
APVA AWARDS: Awards Categories Reveal
APVA Awards Category Reveal is ongoing and we want you to be a part of it!
Recognize the talents who have made a significant impact in their industries.
Nominate your favorite creators now and celebrate their outstanding work!
Click on the link below to view all categories.
25 Essential Hacks for Making Your Podcast Stand-Out
Justin Moore, a podcaster shares 25 insightful hacks for making your podcast stand out.
In this article he shares different tips from defining your show's purpose and selecting the right guests to crafting compelling episode titles and leveraging YouTube, these expert tips cover every aspect of podcasting.
Click on the link below to read more.
The Power of Podcasting
In today’s digital age, storytelling has found a new and vibrant platform through podcasting.
As Nicolas Regisford, founder of the SA Podcast and Music Festival shares, “I’ve witnessed firsthand the explosive growth of this industry, particularly in South Africa. The space is so attractive and enticing to content creators, we now need to work the space to connect the dots.”
This article moves further to share three compelling reasons why you should consider diving into podcasting as a business.
Click on the link below to read more.
How to be a Pro Podcast Presenter
To help podcasters, this article shared 5 tips to enhance your presenting skills and engage listeners.
Laura Ekumbo, a performer and storyteller, emphasizes the importance of hydration and vocal warm-ups, while Suchandrika Chakrabarti, a broadcaster, stresses the need for accurate pronunciations.
With podcasting on the rise, these tips come at a perfect time to help you refine your skills and make your podcast stand out.
Catch the full gist below
VOICEOVER
5 Steps for Creating Original Character Voices by Kate Mcclanaghan
To stand out as a voice actor, it's essential to develop unique and authentic character voices. According to Kate Mcclanaghan, the key to success lies in flexing your creative muscles and experimenting with different voices.
She shared five simple steps, that you can follow to unlock your inner character and create voices that will make you valuable to producers and talent scouts.#
Click on the link below to read more.
Top 5 Reasons Your Business Needs Professional Voice-Over Services
According to industry experts, high-quality voice-overs can make or break a company's image, with benefits extending to marketing efforts, training programs, and overall brand recognition.
This article talks on how professional voice-over services can help businesses improve their communication strategy.
Click on the link below to read more.
The stage is set! The Voiceover industry is buzzing with excitement as the highly anticipated Voiceover Conference 5.0 is happening now at the Oriental Hostel.
The conference promises to be a game-changer, offering a unique opportunity for attendees to connect, collaborate, and innovate.
Stay tuned for updates from the conference floor!
CREATIVE SHOWCASE
Charles Akano
Charles Akano, popularly known as Ace_Wondaz, is making waves in the voiceover industry with his impressive talent. He is a Voice Actor, Radio Presenter, and Spoken Word Poet.
Ace_Wondaz's unique voice and style have earned him a reputation as one of the industry's top talents, and he is set to dazzle audiences at the prestigious Voiceover Conference 5.0
Check him out on IG @ace_wondaz
Visit his profile to learn more about Ace_Wondaz and his exciting work
OTHERS
Here are more articles you can check out for further developments and insights:
7 Ways to Get Extraordinary Results From Your Podcast? Click here
The VO Road Map & Sign Posts. Click here
Riverside Launches Game-Changing Speech Tool for Audio Read more
Black Innovation Alliance Launches Podcast. Read more
With Love
APVA Editor.