The Not Silent Voiceover Blog Archive: 2018
- Tom Dheere
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
A Legacy of Professional Voice Acting Insights & Industry Evolution
2018 was the year the "Voiceover Architect" finally moved into his own office. On September 1, I officially launched VOStrategist.com, providing a dedicated space for the business and marketing systems I had been perfecting for over two decades. This archive captures that momentous transition, balancing a high-volume narration career with the birth of a new industry-leading brand.
Key Topics and Career Milestones from 2018
The Craft of Narration & Performance
Even as the brand expanded, the work in the booth remained the priority. I shared deep dives into Audio Book Preparation, the technical nuances of Genre Focus, and the performance importance of Slating Auditions. I also explored the internal craft, discussing how to master Your Inner Monologue while recording.
Industry Advocacy & The "Good Karma" Fight
2018 was a year of vocal advocacy for talent rights. I documented the community-shaking news of Suing Voices.com and shared updates from the VO Agent Alliance Town Hall. These posts capture a snapshot of veteran talent standing up for professional standards.
Community & Education
My commitment to peer-to-peer learning took me from Johnny Heller’s 4th Annual Splendiferous Workshop to the Mid-Atlantic Voice Over (MAVO) Conference. I also pulled back the curtain on my own booth evolution with a look at My New Computer and essential Recording Gear.
The Strategist Launch (VO Strategist Headquarters)
With the launch of the new site on September 1, 2018, all business-critical strategy and marketing advice found its permanent home. Legacy posts now living at VOStrategist.com include:
Voiceovers and Fiverr: A Strategic Look
Forms of Payment & Business Profitability
Branding, Usage Fees, and the 2019 Goal Plan
The 2018 Legacy Collection
Explore the personal stories, technical tips, and "tough love" that rounded out 2018:
Reflecting on 2018?
The launch of VO Strategist was about more than just a new website. It was about providing a home for the logic that sustains the voice. While this site remains dedicated to my performance, I invite you to join the business conversation at VOStrategist.com.
From my village to yours, this is Tom Dheere, the H is Silent, but I'm Not.
Thanks For Reading!
To learn more about me, hear some samples, or download my demos, just go to www.tomdheere.com.
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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