Need to Relax better with auditions

Lisa Wagner

Why, oh why does it take me so long to warm up to the copy and relax? Does this happen to you? I get the copy and I will have plenty of time before I do the audition and then I choke up. Pressure, Pressure..I hear that Billy Joel song in my head. I think it's because I have yet to land my first gig and it's getting to me. I have had a handful of auditions but yet to get that first paying job with an agent or on my own. I have been working with a voice/acting coach and learning but I need more time with her and more money to have more time with her. Any suggestions would be great.[/b]

Vance Elderkin · Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007, 04:39 (GMT) Post subject:

I just remember a conversation with Hillary Huber, who is a gifted VO who has won awards for her audio books. She told me that she didn't book ANYTHING her entire first year as a VO.

Keep doing what you're doing. It'll happen.

Ask your coach for some relaxation techniques. Imagine actually speaking to a real person when you're recording, instead of to a mic. Try thinking of warm Jello. (OK, maybe not that last one.)

If you are impatient, this business will TEACH you patience.

Amanda Geyer · Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007, 07:18 (GMT) Post subject:

Lisa Wagner · Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007, 22:29 (GMT) Post subject:

Just got another audition...Breath..Breath Wink