Staying current in the ever-changing voice over industry can be tough. These industry news templates help you keep your community informed and engaged with credible updates and trends. Save time and spark meaningful discussions every week.
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Sharing industry news helps your community stay informed and feel connected to broader trends. People value communities that keep them in the loop, especially when updates impact their daily work or future opportunities. By inviting discussion, you foster a sense of belonging and encourage knowledge sharing among members.
Industry news content also positions your community as a trusted source for reliable, up-to-date information. This builds credibility and keeps members coming back. Framing news with questions or calls to action turns passive reading into active participation, deepening engagement and uncovering valuable insights from your members.
AI voice synthesis is advancing fast. How do you think it will impact human voice actors?
💡 Example: "AI voice synthesis is advancing fast. How do you think it will impact human voice actors?"
Did you see the new rates survey from Voices.com? What stands out to you?
💡 Example: "Did you see the new rates survey from Voices.com? What stands out to you?"
Major gaming studios are casting globally. What opportunities do you see for remote VO talent?
💡 Example: "Major gaming studios are casting globally. What opportunities do you see for remote VO talent?"
A new union agreement just launched. Here are the basics. Will this change your workflow?
💡 Example: "A new union agreement just launched. Here are the basics. Will this change your workflow?"
Netflix is increasing their investment in dubbed content. How can VO artists prepare?
💡 Example: "Netflix is increasing their investment in dubbed content. How can VO artists prepare?"
Here is a roundup of the latest voice over casting calls this week.
💡 Example: "Here is a roundup of the latest voice over casting calls this week."
Voice123 just updated their terms of service. Key changes to note inside.
💡 Example: "Voice123 just updated their terms of service. Key changes to note inside."
New microphone tech is trending. Has anyone tried the latest models?
💡 Example: "New microphone tech is trending. Has anyone tried the latest models?"
The latest audiobook sales numbers are out. Are you seeing more demand for narration?
💡 Example: "The latest audiobook sales numbers are out. Are you seeing more demand for narration?"
A major agency just opened submissions. Details here if you want to apply.
💡 Example: "A major agency just opened submissions. Details here if you want to apply."
Industry forecast: Voice over jobs are projected to grow this year. Thoughts?
💡 Example: "Industry forecast: Voice over jobs are projected to grow this year. Thoughts?"
A new study reveals top genres in VO demand. What trends are you noticing?
💡 Example: "A new study reveals top genres in VO demand. What trends are you noticing?"
This week in voice over: Here are 3 news stories you should know.
💡 Example: "This week in voice over: Here are 3 news stories you should know."
Podcasting platforms are adding VO features. How might this affect your workflow?
💡 Example: "Podcasting platforms are adding VO features. How might this affect your workflow?"
The latest legal update on voice cloning. What questions do you have?
💡 Example: "The latest legal update on voice cloning. What questions do you have?"
A top VO talent agency shared tips for auditions. Who wants to discuss?
💡 Example: "A top VO talent agency shared tips for auditions. Who wants to discuss?"
Remote recording studios are rising in popularity. Have you tried one?
💡 Example: "Remote recording studios are rising in popularity. Have you tried one?"
Here is a summary of SAG-AFTRA's latest announcement for VO professionals.
💡 Example: "Here is a summary of SAG-AFTRA's latest announcement for VO professionals."
Major animation studios are increasing localization. Is this a good sign for VO jobs?
💡 Example: "Major animation studios are increasing localization. Is this a good sign for VO jobs?"
Voice over conferences are back in person. Who plans to attend this year?
💡 Example: "Voice over conferences are back in person. Who plans to attend this year?"
A new voice over course just launched online. Would you take it?
💡 Example: "A new voice over course just launched online. Would you take it?"
Here are recent client trends for commercial VO projects.
💡 Example: "Here are recent client trends for commercial VO projects."
Recent tech advancements are making home studios easier to set up. What gear do you use?
💡 Example: "Recent tech advancements are making home studios easier to set up. What gear do you use?"
A big merger just happened in the casting world. How might this affect talent?
💡 Example: "A big merger just happened in the casting world. How might this affect talent?"
Voice cloning ethics are in the headlines again. What are your main concerns?
💡 Example: "Voice cloning ethics are in the headlines again. What are your main concerns?"
Streaming platforms are updating their VO submission guidelines. Here are the changes.
💡 Example: "Streaming platforms are updating their VO submission guidelines. Here are the changes."
A new payment platform just launched for freelancers. Have you tried it yet?
💡 Example: "A new payment platform just launched for freelancers. Have you tried it yet?"
Industry leaders predict more demand for multilingual VO. Are you planning to expand?
💡 Example: "Industry leaders predict more demand for multilingual VO. Are you planning to expand?"
Here is a comparison of the latest VO demo reel trends this year.
💡 Example: "Here is a comparison of the latest VO demo reel trends this year."
A new podcast interviews top VO artists about breaking in. What advice stood out to you?
💡 Example: "A new podcast interviews top VO artists about breaking in. What advice stood out to you?"
Recent survey shows increased demand for e-learning narration. Are you focusing here?
💡 Example: "Recent survey shows increased demand for e-learning narration. Are you focusing here?"
Here is a link to the latest legal guide for freelance VO contracts.
💡 Example: "Here is a link to the latest legal guide for freelance VO contracts."
VO agents are highlighting new audition tips for 2024. Want to discuss best practices?
💡 Example: "VO agents are highlighting new audition tips for 2024. Want to discuss best practices?"
Major brands are seeking more diverse voices. Is this reflected in your current work?
💡 Example: "Major brands are seeking more diverse voices. Is this reflected in your current work?"
A new VO platform just launched in the UK. Anyone tried it yet?
💡 Example: "A new VO platform just launched in the UK. Anyone tried it yet?"
Here is an update on health and safety protocols for in-person VO sessions.
💡 Example: "Here is an update on health and safety protocols for in-person VO sessions."
The latest talent directory is now live. Would you list yourself?
💡 Example: "The latest talent directory is now live. Would you list yourself?"
A new study compares pay rates across regions. What do you think of the findings?
💡 Example: "A new study compares pay rates across regions. What do you think of the findings?"
Voice over is now a featured category at more film festivals. Could this open new doors?
💡 Example: "Voice over is now a featured category at more film festivals. Could this open new doors?"
Here is a quick look at the winners of this year's VO awards.
💡 Example: "Here is a quick look at the winners of this year's VO awards."
VO software updates now support remote direction. Would you use this feature?
💡 Example: "VO software updates now support remote direction. Would you use this feature?"
A new VO union is being discussed. How important is union membership to you?
💡 Example: "A new VO union is being discussed. How important is union membership to you?"
To implement these templates, select news items from reputable sources relevant to voice over. Use a template to introduce the news, highlight its importance, and invite commentary. Post regularly, ideally at least once a week, to maintain momentum and keep information fresh. Encourage members to share their views or experiences related to the news, and follow up with responses to build discussion.
For all platforms, use concise headlines and clear formatting. Tag or mention relevant members if possible, and include links to full articles or sources. Adjust the level of detail to fit the platform's format, such as shorter summaries for social channels and longer posts for forums or newsletters.
Highlighting news about AI voice synthesis can engage your community by inviting voice actors to share their perspectives on job security, creative opportunities, and ethical considerations. Create posts that summarize the latest advancements and encourage comments about how members see these changes affecting their careers or the industry at large.
For narrators, focus on news regarding audiobook publishing trends, new platforms like Audible or Storytel, and changes in long-form narration rates. For commercial voice talent, highlight updates about broadcast regulations, major advertising campaigns, and tech innovations in studio recording. Tailor your posts to reflect the distinct news priorities of each group to increase engagement.
When covering union negotiations or rate updates, provide clear summaries with links to authoritative sources. Frame the news with questions about how these changes might affect members’ contracts or booking strategies, and invite respectful discussion. Ensure you moderate comments to maintain professionalism and support among members.
Share news about new remote recording tools, updates to widely-used DAWs, or evolving client expectations for home studio quality. Encourage members to discuss their experiences with new technology, troubleshooting tips, and how industry standards are shifting for auditions and deliverables in a remote-first world.
Curate news about regional casting calls, local industry events, or trends in dubbing and localization. This can help members identify new markets and diversify their client base. Ask members to contribute their own experiences in various regions, building a resource for navigating different voice over markets.
Share news about recent copyright cases involving usage of recorded voices, updates on buyout contracts, or changes in legal standards for voice print protection. Use these posts to spark discussion about best practices for contracts, rights management, and protecting personal vocal IP, providing valuable insights for both new and seasoned voice actors.
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