The Not Silent Voiceover Blog Archive: 2016
- Tom Dheere
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
A Legacy of Professional Voice Acting Insights & Industry Evolution
2016 marked a milestone that few in this industry reach: the 20th Voice-aversary of booking my first voice over project. Having started with cold calls in 1994, reaching two decades of full-time performance was a moment of deep reflection. This year’s archive captures the transition into a "Senior Statesman" role within the community, focusing on the grit, the gear, and the "grownup" realities of a long-term voiceover career.
Key Topics and Career Milestones from 2016
The 20th Anniversary & The Professional Mindset
Celebrating twenty years in the industry wasn't just a party; it was an opportunity to look at the 20th Voice-aversary through a strategic lens. I explored what it means to start Being a Grownup in a creative field, dealing with Envy, and the importance of Do the Right Thing ethics.
The Road Warrior: Conferences & Comic Cons
2016 was a year of massive community engagement. From the technical deep dives of WoVO Con III and VO Atlanta to the collaborative energy of FaffCon 8. I also bridged the gap between performance and fandom at Denver Comic Con and New York Comic Con.
The Tactical Booth: Gear & Workflow
A "Master Architect" is only as good as his tools. This year I broke down my relationship with the industry-standard Sennheiser 416, shared insights from working with Johnny Heller, and addressed the unglamorous but vital side of Accounting and Workflow.
Marketing Experiments & Social Value
I used 2016 to push back against "lazy" business habits. I called out Your Lousy Marketing, conducted a Facebook Experiment to measure social engagement, and defined proper LinkedIn Etiquette for voice actors.
The 2016 Legacy Collection
Dive deeper into the specific 2016 insights that helped shape the VO industry:
Reflecting on 2016?
Looking back, my 20th year was about realizing that "staying power" is the ultimate competitive advantage. The focus on professionalism and structural integrity found in these 2016 posts remains the cornerstone of my work today at VO Strategist.
From my village to yours, this is Tom Dheere, the H is Silent, but I'm Not.
Thanks For Reading!
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Tom Dheere is a 30-year veteran voice actor who has narrated virtually every genre of the industry, from high-stakes corporate narration to complex technical medical scripts. Known as a "street-smart professor," Tom blends a human-first performance style with a CEO’s understanding of ROI and project deadlines. When he isn’t in the booth helping brands find their resonance, he mentors new voice actors and produces the sci-fi comic book Agent 1.22.
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