The Not Silent Voiceover Blog Archive: 2020
- Tom Dheere
- May 12
- 2 min read
A Legacy of Professional Voice Acting Insights & Industry Evolution
2020 was the year "The Booth" became the center of the universe. As the world transitioned into remote work, the voiceover industry underwent a decade of evolution in a single year. These entries capture the resilience required to maintain a high-level narration career during a global crisis, documenting everything from technical booth upgrades to the preservation of the acting craft.
Key Topics and Career Milestones from 2020
The Home Booth Revolution
As studios closed due to COVID, the home studio became the primary stage for voice actors. I documented my technical journey through My New Computer Part 3 and a deep dive into Microphone Gear. I also explored the operational shift of Working From Home and the necessity of secure Cloud Storage.
The Craft of Performance
Despite the chaos, the work continued. I explored specialized techniques like ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement), the nuances of Audiobook Narration, and even went back to the basics with Voice Acting and Shakespeare. 2020 also featured my analysis of the Scratch Track process, a vital part of the production pipeline.
Community & Advocacy
The industry stayed connected through virtual events like MAVO 2020. I also continued to reflect on my journey through the "Archive" series, revisiting the lessons of 2015 and 2016, proving that history is the best teacher for the present.
The Strategist’s Response (Legacy Crisis Strategy)
During 2020, my role as a Strategist became a resource for many in the community. High-level business and adaptation strategies from this year have moved to their permanent home at VOStrategist.com, including:
The 2020 Legacy Collection
Explore the heart, the humor, and the resilience of 2020:
Reflecting on 2020?
2020 proved that while the booth might be small, our reach is global. While I continue to record and perform daily, I invite you to see the full strategic blueprint for modern voiceover at VOStrategist.com.
From my village to yours, this is Tom Dheere, the H is Silent, but I'm Not.
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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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