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Best known as Spike from Cowboy Bebop, Zeb from Star Wars Rebels, Wolverine from X-Men Cartoons & Games, Starscream from Transformers Prime, Tank Dempsey from Call of Duty, Grunt from Mass Effect, Subzero and others from Mortal Kombat X and 11, Amon from Avatar: The Legend of Korra, Shoe and Sparky from the Boxtrolls feature film & thousands of other beloved characters from shows, games, commercials and movies like Bumblebee, Solo, Rogue One, Incredibles 2 and Shazam. His huge vocal range has made him one of the most sought after voice actors on Earth. He even holds the current Guinness World Record for most voices in video games and has since 2012! Steve Blum has also been the Voice of T.O.M. the robotic Promo host from Toonami (on Adult Swim) since 2000, and a pro-Voice Actor for over 30 years.
Steve Blum
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I watched your free video and introductory talk and they were wonderful. Very informative.
My question to you though: what are your thoughts about a new voice actor simply using their regular voice and speech patterns to start working? How critical is it to have different voices, accents, etc.?
The article is very interesting & informal. I too am debating on becoming an voice actor and an actor. I really do want to bring the characters i potray live and on animation joy and sadness. But i also want to bring creativity in motion. Ill still stick to the degree that I am perusing that is outside of the arts and maybe i can apply it to voice acting & acting even though its not a drama degree.
I really like this, not only did this answer so many questions that I have had, it really gave me a massive look at all the work to even get started, it does not scare me a way, in fact it gives me more excitement on trying it out. I have a character I am working on but finding my voice is a major step for me right now. If I had anything to ask at this point, is “Character and the Voice” I guess beauty at the beast only with this, it’s more or less a question of if characters have to have a certain kind of voice and if voice actors are chosen based on fitting the character purely by that or if the voice itself has to be fitting enough to really give that character an impact when they speak. For example, your voice acting for Doppo Orochi on Baki, Doppo is short, slap full of muscles and his voice is very fitting and it really gives Doppo not only a voice fitting of his outward appearance but really defines him when he speaks and how he speaks which creates an amazing character.
I am at a place right is where my options are limited. I cannot take classes in the traditional sense because I am unemployed and can barely afford anything. But I won’t let that stop me. I’ll take it day by day, and I’ll keep studying, practicing, and listening on my own, and then take it to the next step when I am able and ready.
Solid enough tips. If nothing else it’s a nice starting point to go off of and has a bit more detail to it beyond the obvious stuff like Have good equipment, market yourself and practice.
This post was super helpful for me. I very recently got into voice acting a few months ago, and these tips have been a great jumping off point for me. Thank you!!!
Honestly, this post has put some stuff into perspective. It’s a good reminder of what to focus on, what to put in and what to take away. I never fully intended to get into VA/VO until the last year or two, having already put effort into making sure I’m doing my best for content I put out. Having learned that I’m comfortable with a simple Stitch impression, and having people always say “your voice has helped me fall asleep” or “You have the voice quality of a radio presenter.” Looking back, I’ve always looked up to artists like Richard Burton, having listened to him a tonne on the War of the Worlds record.
Then, having looked up to many new artists, especially yourself and seeing how much effort you’re putting into helping aspiring artists, along with this blog post, has truly inspired me to push further with what I can do.
Really good information and tips. I admit that it intimidates me a bit since I have severe anxiety and asperger’s and also am unemployed. At the moment I can’t pursue it, but I still want to consider it since I can’t think of anything else that I’m interested in and would be happy doing. I will not give up inspite of my situation and strive to get to the point where I can look further into voice acting. Thank you for the encouragement that you give in the post and for sharing your wisdom with us.
these 10 tips are outstanding tools to keep in the tool box. you set the standard and i am eagerly followimg your example. one thing ppl dont get to see unless they have made the decision to join the family, is that Steve is true and genuine, i believe that he shows us so much more about being in this space than just the acting or the voices. what an amazing example of exactly who I strive to be. kind, grateful and giving.
recently joined the community and loving every minute of it!
This is really an essential and educational site to become a professional and, perhaps, comedic voice over artist. Ever since I was a kid, I watched so many cartoons and anime shows with so many characters, those that are heroes, supporting ones and villains, I’ve admired through their backstories and personalities. I’ve come to connect with some of them. In portraying fictional characters, it’s all on trying to get inside the mind and emotional aspects of that character. And Steve must really got it easy in the audition part and that’s I think what makes him awesome as an actor and a great mentor in this VO community school. I look forward to learning more from the master himself. And Steve, thank you whole bunches for everything here!
Thanks for the great tips! I definitely think waiting to make a demo reel is important. I still need more practice before I make mine. Training is so good to sharpen your skills and learn more. Such a big fan of yours! I loved you as Spike and Onizuka!
This is a great master list for the basics, and it’s so detailed! Beginners and trained voice actors alike can certainly benefit from this.
These are wonderful tips and very informative too! Taking a risk and being willing to look stupid are definitely huge on my list, even just in general. I’ve learned that being too complacent or fearful of ourselves is detrimental to our growth and being willing to shake things up a bit is extremely useful. I would also add networking and maintaining friendly, professional and personal relationships with people goes a long way in our growth and success (in whatever form it occurs).
Reiterating the fact to have fun and let yourself enjoy practicing v/a work is such a helpful piece of advice. People often forget that when they start something new because they want to be “good” at it
Thanks for the great tips : )