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Michael G Stanton Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 08 Sep 2005 Posts: 30
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Posted: Thu Oct 26, 2006, 01:41 (GMT) Post subject: When in Rome.... |
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Hey folks....
Since everyone else is jumping off the bridge.....Give it to me straight.
Thankyou for any and all criticism. http://michaelgstanton.voice123.com and if that doesn't work...click on my name on the left.
Have a great day
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Louis Tristan Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 07 Jul 2005 Posts: 266
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Posted: Thu Oct 26, 2006, 02:11 (GMT) Post subject: Radio Daze |
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I like it. Very radio like!
You have 15 seconds to call us and tell us your favourite radio station  |
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Michael G Stanton Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 08 Sep 2005 Posts: 30
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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 02:25 (GMT) Post subject: When in Rome.... |
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Hello.....
I see folks are listening and/or reading my post...but noone is responding. Should I assume the answer would be less than favorable?
If anyone listens.... just give me a Poor. Needs Improvement. Ok. Almost there. Perfect; don't change a thing.
Or not.
Thank you for your help
Have a great day
MichaelG |
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Chip Hinshaw Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 23 Feb 2006 Posts: 65
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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 02:44 (GMT) Post subject: |
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It's pretty clear you have experience with this sort of thing, Michael, and your demo is pretty good. I'd like to hear less promo, hard sell stuff and more of spots like the pizza one. Just for variety.
I'm betting you have a background in radio which would be a good reason for the types of spots on your demo. I personally think you could just use a tad more variety. |
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Louis Tristan Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 07 Jul 2005 Posts: 266
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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 02:46 (GMT) Post subject: The Gong Show |
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I will have to have a listen... I just got back from work and am going to go for a run.
Upon return I will hear your voices..  |
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Michael G Stanton Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 08 Sep 2005 Posts: 30
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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 02:48 (GMT) Post subject: When in Rome |
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Hey Chip,
Thank you for the reply.
Yes, I work in radio. Yes, I should give it more variety....and I will.
Thank you
Have a great day
Michaelg |
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Julie Williams Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 12 Jan 2005 Posts: 168
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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 02:59 (GMT) Post subject: Hi Michael |
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Hi Michael,
YOu do have a great voice and I can hear your radio experience in the demo. But I've found that the people who are casting the high dollar jobs are looking for more conversational reads. So I'd suggest the following on your demo.
Keep your favorite "radio" stuff, but add several very conversational spots... perhaps a 2-voicer with a woman... or even a spot with a child could soften up your deep voice. Also, remove the radio aircheck from your demo. It'll turn off most of the bigger clients.
I do have an aircheck on my site, but it's one of several demos--and at the bottom.
In addition, I recommend every talent have several demos for clients to choose from so they can hear what they're looking for... One commercial, one narration, one IVR with on hold as well, on station imaging, I also have one with children's stuff I've done, one for interactive, and even a real estate demo. (lots of realtors are now looking for voices to give virtual tours)
Good Luck, Michael!
Julie Williams "voice-over Chocolate"
www.voice-overs.com |
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Michael G Stanton Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 08 Sep 2005 Posts: 30
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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 05:07 (GMT) Post subject: when in Rome |
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Hello Julie,
Your comments are greatly appreciated.
I will soften up the mix...and add other elements, minus the "higher-energy" stuff.
Thank you very much for the tips. All are welcomed and encouraged.
Have a great day
MichaelG
http://michaelgstanton.voice123.com/ |
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Julie Williams Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 12 Jan 2005 Posts: 168
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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 06:29 (GMT) Post subject: your'e welcome |
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You're very welcome, Michael. Who do you hire talent for? I saw you're a talent seeker too.
Julie
Julie Williams
www.voice-overs.com |
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Michael G Stanton Talent and/or Voice Producer

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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 15:46 (GMT) Post subject: when in Rome |
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Hi Julie....
my bad. I have to get that off of there. I must have been napping when I put that in there. I don't hire.
Sorry about that.
Have a great day
MichaelG |
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Darrell MacInnis Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 06 Sep 2006 Posts: 8
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Posted: Tue Oct 31, 2006, 16:25 (GMT) Post subject: feedback for Michael G |
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Hey Michael... For what it's worth, I think you have a lot of sounds that advertisers are looking for. The young, hard sell car thing... the quiet, sincere caring piece in there sounded good too. I definately think you're probably very competitive in seeking work through voice123.
In summary, I think you're on the right track.
Regards from Toronto,
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Michael G Stanton Talent and/or Voice Producer

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Posted: Wed Nov 01, 2006, 02:35 (GMT) Post subject: feedback for Michael G |
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Dear Darrell,
Good to get feedback. I'm trying. Just re-up'd the premium package....fingers crossed on work.
Thank you for taking the time to respond.
Have a great day
Michaelg |
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Michael G Stanton Talent and/or Voice Producer

Joined: 08 Sep 2005 Posts: 30
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Posted: Wed Nov 01, 2006, 02:49 (GMT) Post subject: When in Rome |
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Hello,
I just re-up'd...I'm once again a Premium Member. If you have time...I'd sure like to get a comment, good or bad, on some samples on my page.
Thank you in advance for your time
Have a great day
MichaelG
http://michaelgstanton.voice123.com/ |
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