That was the first 8 years of my voice acting journey.
Despite having a 'nice voice' and being a classically trained actor, I just assumed it was never meant to be.
Today, it's quite different:
- I've voiced campaigns for BMW, Google & Warner Bros.
- Nominated best male VO x 6 years consecutively.
- I have 500,000 followers across social.
- With over 100 satisfied clients.
But surprise! It's not been easy. 😅
My biggest lesson?
To control the controllables.
And not sweat the rest.
There's no 'right way' to voice act.
There's no 'right way' to market.
There's no 'right way' to work.
The quickest way of finding out what 𝘮𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 work for you, is to dive straight in and learn first hand.
I've found my own balance that seems to be working okay and I share my insights freely.
But I never landed on the solution first time:
I lost money.
I wasted time.
I broke promises to myself.
That's just the reality of running a business.
All the truly successful people you see on your feed?
They've got good at making mistakes fast and often.
It's tough out there.
But if you ask me about my 'why'...
I've got a slave driving cat to feed 🤷♂️
You need no other explanation.
By Chris Tester - British Male Voice Actor