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Understanding Fi-Core for Voice and On-Camera Performers

By Virginia Welch. Published on: November 25, 2025

What Fi-Core Means and Why Performers Ask About It Conversations about Financial Core, commonly referred to as Fi-Core, often begin when performers question how to maintain steady work during unpredictable periods in the entertainment world. The term appears in acting circles, voiceover communities, and agency discussions, yet many newcomers do not fully understand what it […]

2026 Voice Arts Awards Nominees Showcase Standout Voice Talent

By Austen Moret. Published on: November 24, 2025

The Society of Voice Arts & Sciences (SOVAS) has released the nominee list for the 2026 Voice Arts® Awards, marking the organization’s first gala to be permanently held in January. Due to this calendar shift, the 2025 cycle is officially branded as the 2026 awards year. According to SOVAS, this ensures each winner receives the […]

The Future of Alexa’s Voice: What Amazon’s Next Move Means for Voice Actors

By Kate Marcin. Published on: October 29, 2025

For nearly a decade, Amazon’s Alexa has been one of the most recognizable voices in technology, calm, conversational, and instantly familiar. But as artificial intelligence continues to advance, Amazon is preparing a major overhaul that could redefine the virtual assistant experience entirely. According to a report from an established technology outlet, the company is developing […]

Demon Slayer’s Success Isn’t What Hollywood Thinks

By Maria Pendolino. Published on: October 13, 2025

The global success of Demon Slayer has been nothing short of remarkable. Its cinematic run broke records, its animation captivated audiences, and its Japanese voice cast delivered performances that resonated deeply with viewers around the world. Yet, as Hollywood looks toward adapting or capitalizing on this kind of success, troubling patterns are already emerging. Rather […]

Remote Recording Reshapes the Voiceover Industry

By Lisa Ristau. Published on: October 9, 2025

The voiceover industry is undergoing one of its biggest shifts in decades, with studios and talent rethinking how and where recording happens. What began as a temporary adjustment during the pandemic has now evolved into a long-term transformation, redefining what “professional” means for both performers and production facilities. Across Florida and the wider U.S., studios […]

Navigating the Voiceover Industry: Insights from a Leading Casting Director

By Lori Wild. Published on: October 8, 2025

The voiceover world has grown rapidly in recent years, with opportunities ranging from animation and narration to commercials and emerging digital media formats. For newcomers and seasoned performers alike, breaking into or adapting within this competitive space requires a blend of skill, preparation, adaptability, and strategic thinking. A leading casting director with extensive experience in […]

UK Voiceover Industry Sees Record-Breaking Growth in 2025

By Leah Arscottt. Published on: October 7, 2025

The UK voiceover industry is experiencing a remarkable boom in 2025, with studios reporting unprecedented levels of demand across multiple sectors. Driven by the continued growth of e-learning, gaming, corporate communications, and content localization, the voiceover market is expanding at a pace that has surprised even seasoned industry professionals. In recent months, several UK-based studios […]

High Paying ICE Recruitment Ad Draws Attention from Voiceover Community

By Lori Wild. Published on: September 15, 2025

A recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recruitment advertisement is drawing notice in the voiceover world for its unusually large payout. According to multiple industry reports, the government campaign is offering rates well above standard commercial fees to attract a professional voice for its national recruiting message. The ad, aimed at encouraging experienced law […]

Voice Talent Meets AI Innovation: How New Agreements and Interactive Projects Are Shaping the Future of Voice Acting

By Kate Marcin. Published on: September 12, 2025

The worlds of voice acting and artificial intelligence are intersecting in ways that were hard to imagine only a few years ago. Two developments making waves in early 2025 show how rapidly the field is changing: new industry agreements aimed at protecting performers’ voices and a high profile interactive mystery that lets audiences influence the […]

Graham Greene: Celebrating the Voice and Legacy of an Indigenous Acting Icon

By Lori Wild. Published on: September 1, 2025

A Voice That Echoes Through Red Dead Redemption 2 Renowned Canadian actor Graham Greene known to many in the gaming world as the voice and motion-capture artist for Rains Fall in Red Dead Redemption 2 passed away at age 73 after a prolonged illness. His portrayal of a wise, dignified Indigenous leader resonated deeply with […]

From Camera to Microphone: The Realities of Voice Acting

By Maria Pendolino. Published on: August 28, 2025

Stepping Into the Booth: A Mindset Overhaul Transitioning from on-camera acting to voice acting isn’t just a minor tweak it’s a total mindset shift. On camera, you can rely on facial expressions, costumes, lighting, and body language. Voice acting strips all that away, demanding that everything emotion, character, nuance comes purely through your voice. You […]

Remembering Humpy Wheeler: NASCAR Legend and Pixar Voice

By Danielle Famble. Published on: August 21, 2025

Humpy Wheeler, who passed away at the age of 86, leaves behind a remarkable legacy that stretches across both sports and entertainment. Best known as one of the most influential figures in American motorsports, Wheeler spent decades shaping the spectacle of NASCAR. His reputation as a master promoter was built on his ability to turn […]