Jennifer Lanham Voiceover

Proud to announce that I'm so pleased to lend my voice to this new project! If you want to chill for 10 minutes, this is a great way to do it. Check it out and let me know what you think!

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My parents celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this week. These are some photos from their wedding album. ❤️

During Pride month, I want to affirm the identities of my LGBTQ+ friends and followers.

Your identities are valid, and you deserve to be seen, heard, and celebrated. I stand with you and support you wholeheartedly. 🌈

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Doing voiceover work is easy, right?

I mean, all you have to do is read.

It’s not like you have to actually act. You don’t have to learn lines. You get to have your script right there in front of you. Nobody can see you, so you can just kick back and read.

Before I started learning about being a voiceover, that’s kind of what I thought.

It turns out that, like most things, it is a lot harder than it appears!

Being a voiceover artist is not just about reading. It's about using your voice to bring the words of the script to life as if they are your own emotions and experiences. It truly is acting.

This requires a lot of practice to refine things like pronunciation, articulation, breathing, tone, pacing, inflection, intention -- the list goes on. All of which you need to perfect before you even think about stepping in front of a microphone.

All of this is particularly important when it comes to voicing for eLearning.

For an Instructional Designer, it is imperative that the voice of your eLearning program has the ability to truly connect with your listener, or all that work you did building the program is for nothing. If your learners can’t connect, they can’t learn.

It takes a lot to hold the attention of a learner, especially if they don’t necessarily want to be there. You definitely want someone who knows what they are doing to bring the words of your eLearning program to life and make them engaging for your audience.

So, when you are considering voiceover artists for your eLearning project, make sure to choose someone who has the skills, experience, and passion to do justice to your program and truly connect with your learners.

As a voiceover artist for eLearning, one of the most important aspects of my job is to connect with the learner in a way that helps them really absorb the information. Choosing the correct tone for the material and the learner is crucial, and there are a few strategies I use to make sure that I'm hitting the mark.

First and foremost, I always make sure to thoroughly review the material before recording. This helps me get a sense of the intended audience and the overall tone that will be most effective in conveying the information. For example, I need to know if I’m supposed to be an “over-the-shoulder co-worker,” an “industrial expert,” or a “friendly manager.” Each of these scenarios required a completely different approach to the material.

Another more technical aspect is paying attention to pacing and inflection. It's important to strike a balance between speaking clearly and slowly enough to be easily understood, but not so slowly that the listener becomes bored or disengaged. Inflection is also key – using variations in pitch and tone can help emphasize important points and keep the listener's attention focused on the most relevant information.

Finally, I always strive to bring a sense of authenticity and enthusiasm to my recordings. I believe that listeners can sense when a speaker is genuinely interested and engaged in the material, and this can help build a connection and make the learning experience more enjoyable. Learners who enjoy the experience are more likely to be successful.

If you know an eLearning Professional who might be looking for a great partner for their next project, I would appreciate a warm introduction!

In the meantime, I’d love to hear about any eLearning experiences you’ve had, good or bad. See you in the comments!

Did you know that you can establish credibility and trust in your company's marketing materials or digital content simply by hiring a professional voiceover (VO) artist?

A professional VO can elevate your content by providing a clear, polished, and engaging recording. Here are some of the benefits that a professional VO can bring:

🎙 No background noises: A professional VO has access to a quiet recording space and equipment that can filter out background noises. This ensures that your audience can focus on your message without any distractions.

🎙 No distracting mouth noises and plosives: A professional VO is trained to deliver a smooth and consistent vocal performance without any distracting mouth noises or plosives (the popping sound that occurs when certain consonants are pronounced). This ensures that your message is delivered clearly and effectively.

🎙 Consistent volume levels: A pro VO knows how to control their voice and maintain consistent volume levels throughout your content. This is important for ensuring that your audience can hear every word and that the overall listening experience is pleasant and comfortable.

🎙 Pro VOs invest in the absolute best recording equipment: A professional VO artist takes their craft seriously and invests in high-quality recording equipment. This ensures that the sound quality of your content is top-notch and that your brand is represented in the best possible light.

By hiring a professional VO, you can ensure that your marketing materials and digital content are presented in a professional and polished manner. This can help establish credibility and trust in your brand, leading to increased engagement and sales.

Do you have a project coming up that you need a Pro VO for? Send me a message, and let's talk!

On this Transgender Day of Visibility, I want to take a moment to let all transgender people know that I see you and I support you. As your ally, I am committed to creating a world where you are celebrated and embraced for who you are. You are valid, you are loved, and you are not alone.

Hiring a voiceover is complicated, right?

You might be surprised to know how easy it actually is!

I pride myself on being super easy to work with. I have a long history of being a good partner and a team player, and I bring that experience into all of my client interactions.

If your project needs a voice, I can provide one in just a few short steps!

For detailed information, just visit: https://www.jlvoice.com/hireme or send me a message!

Most voice actors, at one point or another, were told that they have a “great voice”. (In this age of authenticity, the definition of a “great voice” is a subject for a whole different post.)

I was thinking about how having a “great voice” is really the bare minimum needed to be successful as a voice actor. Taking that bare minimum “great voice” and getting all the requisite training and education on how to use that instrument to the best of your ability is really the ground floor for creating a successful voiceover business.

Once you have that foundation, it is crucial to be a reliable business partner to your clients.

To me, this means:

📍 Consistency: Meeting deadlines and delivering on promises.

📍 Communication: Keeping my clients informed and being responsive to their needs and concerns.

📍 Flexibility: Being able to adapt to changing circumstances and finding creative solutions to challenges.

📍 Quality: Delivering high-quality work that meets or exceeds expectations.

📍 Honesty and transparency: Being open and honest about my capabilities and limitations.

📍 Professionalism: Maintaining a professional demeanor and approach to business.

📍 Continuous improvement: Constantly looking for ways to improve my skills to benefit my clients.

Being a reliable business partner is at the core of my mission for Jennifer Lanham Voiceover. If you are looking for voiceover services and want to partner with someone who truly cares, let’s talk!

Have you ever taken a training course on your computer?

By now, I think most of us have.

As a Voiceover provider for , I'm always trying to connect with my learner and help them to feel supported.

Some things I like to keep in mind while narrating are:

💡 Don't talk down, condescend, or act like a "know-it-all." I am an ally to my learner.

💡 Watch my pace. If I go too quickly, the learner won't catch the lesson. If I go too slowly, they will be annoyed or bored to tears.

💡 Lift the material off of the page. Don't sound boring or monotone. That is a quick way to have the learner tune out.

💡 Keep a consistent volume throughout the modules. Nothing is more frustrating than having to turn the volume up and down constantly or having your eardrums blasted when a new section starts.

Are there any other things you think I should keep in mind? I'd love to hear some other ideas!

I’ve been spending this week looking ahead to 2023 in order to be prepared, stay focused, and stay ahead of potential challenges.

Are you taking time to look ahead?

Whether you are busy planning for next year or if you have decided to take some much-needed downtime instead, I hope you have a very happy close of 2022 and that 2023 is full of joy!

As entrepreneurs, we voiceovers tend to be fiercely independent and handle as many things on our own as possible. Sometimes, though, we just need to call upon an expert (or two) and when it comes to keeping our voices in tip-top shape, we don't mess around!

I want to thank Tor Spence (VOICE FIT) and Nic Redman Voice for being so generous with their time and attention in meeting with me last week. They provided me with some extremely helpful information, tips, and action items to help keep me "in voice" for a long time to come.

I can't thank you enough, Tor and Nic!

I'm humbled and very proud to announce that I have joined The RichList at RichCraft! My post is so excited, it turned itself purple! https://richcraft.biz/the-rich-list/

Got out of the and visited Twin Towers Park with my dad and his pups last month. (Dad takes them out there every morning, weather permitting!) We had a great time and it was a nice break.

I'm supporting The Center on Wrongful Convictions of Youth for . Find out more:

https://youtu.be/URHqjXqzlB8

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It's official! I'm proud to announce that I've been accepted by bodalgo as an approved talent!

https://youtu.be/aRtPiF_4CBg

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IT'S HERE!

Still working on fleshing out my biography, but in the meantime, here it is! https://www.jlvoice.com

Thanks to Laura Cunningham and Voice Actor Websites! I love how it turned out!

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My website is *almost* ready. Here's a little tease!

While I wait for my website to be completed, I've uploaded my first Commercial Demo to Soundcloud. Take a listen, if you like!

https://soundcloud.com/user-531358512/commercial-vo-demo-jennifer-lanham

A huge thank you to Tanya Rich VO at https://richcraft.biz/ for all of her help getting me on the right path and helping me to create a kick-ass demo. Thanks, Tanya!

Commercial VO Demo - Jennifer Lanham Hi! I'm Jennifer Lanham. I am a professionally trained voiceover artist who can provide versatile voiceover for your project. Need a voice to sound warm and caring? I've got you. Factual and informed?

Thanks to everyone who has liked my new page so far. I will put a link to my website and demos, as soon the site is ready and I figure out how to get the demos posted!

Meanwhile, here is a pic of my cat Milani for you to enjoy.

Jennifer Lanham Voiceover updated their business hours.