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Your Customized Voice Over Course!!! Learn at Your Own Pace!!!

Ages 8-18
Self-Paced Course
Voice Over Essentials course offers a self-paced, online learning experience. The curriculum includes five concise, pre-produced modules, covering a variety of key topics. Upon completion, students receive a free Zoom session with Philip.
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content

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Your learner can start learning when they want and progress at the speed that works best for them.
Start when you want.
Learn at your own pace
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What's included

8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Assignments
1 hour per week. included
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
Philip Galinsky's Youth-VO course offers young aspiring voice actors a comprehensive introduction to the world of voice-over artistry. The curriculum is thoughtfully structured to cover essential aspects of voice acting, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience.

Lesson 1: Finding Your Inner Voice and Mastering Pacing

Objective: Help students discover their unique vocal style and understand the importance of pacing in voice delivery.

Content: Students will learn techniques to interpret scripts authentically, slow down their reading for natural pacing, and make their delivery sound conversational.

Lesson 2: Visualization Techniques in Voice Acting

Objective: Teach students to visualize scenarios to enhance their vocal performance.

Content: This lesson focuses on coaching students to see the story before they say it, making their words come alive.

Lesson 3: Physicalization – Bringing Scripts to Life

Objective: Emphasize the role of physical movement in voice acting.

Content: Students will explore how incorporating gestures and body language can enhance their performance, making it more dynamic and expressive.

Lesson 4: Reading and Reacting in Collaborative Settings

Objective: Develop skills for interactive voice-over scenarios.

Content: Students will practice techniques for video games, animation, and two-person commercials, focusing on reading and reacting authentically to other characters.

Lesson 5: Crafting a Compelling Voice-Over Demo Reel

Objective: Guide students in creating an effective demo reel to showcase their talents.

Content: This final lesson delves into the do's and don'ts of creating a standout demo reel, providing real-life samples for inspiration.

Bonus Lessons: Technical Aspects of Voice Acting

Objective: Introduce students to the technical side of voice-over work.

Content: Additional episodes cover topics such as setting up a cost-effective home studio, understanding microphones, and learning about pre-amps and more.

Upon completing the course, students are encouraged to book a collaborative Zoom session with Philip for personalized guidance and to address any questions they may have.

This structured approach ensures that participants not only grasp the foundational elements of voice acting but also gain practical skills applicable to real-world scenarios.

Learning Goals

Help students discover their unique vocal style and understand the importance of pacing in voice delivery.
Teach students to visualize scenarios to enhance their vocal performance.

Syllabus

8 Lessons
over 8 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Lesson 1: Finding Your Inner Voice and Mastering Pacing
 Objective: Discover and develop your unique vocal style while understanding the importance of pacing in voice-over delivery.
Topics Covered:
Identifying your "inner chicken or tofu" to bring authenticity to your performances.
Techniques for slowing down reading to achieve natural pacing.
Interpreting scripts to sound conversational and engaging.
Activities:
Practice exercises focusing on script interpretation and pacing.
Recording and playback sessions to self-assess and improve delivery. 
7 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Visualization Techniques in Voice Acting
 Objective: Enhance storytelling abilities by visualizing scenarios before verbalizing them.
Topics Covered:
The importance of seeing the story to make words come alive.
Techniques to create vivid mental images that enhance vocal performance. 
Lesson 3:
Physicalization – Bringing Scripts to Life
 Objective: Incorporate physical movements to add energy and authenticity to voice-over performances.
Topics Covered:
The role of body language and gestures in voice acting.
Techniques to avoid stiffness and promote natural delivery.
Specific movements to enhance words like "me," "we," and "you."
Activities: 
Lesson 4:
Read and React – Engaging with Scripts
 Objective: Develop the ability to react authentically within scripts, especially in dialogues and interactive scenarios.
Topics Covered:
Techniques for internalizing and reacting to other characters' lines.
The importance of teamwork in voice acting.
Approaches to interpreting director's notes and delivering varied performances.
Activities:
Script reading sessions focusing on reaction timing and authenticity. 

Other Details

External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined March, 2025
Profile
Teacher expertise and credentials
Philip Galinsky is a seasoned voice-over artist and coach with over two decades of experience in the industry. He has lent his voice to popular shows such as "Dora the Explorer" and video games like "Grand Theft Auto V." 

 Beyond his own performances, Philip is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of voice talent. Through his platform, Your VO Studio, he offers comprehensive training programs tailored for kids, tweens, and teens, focusing on script interpretation, visualization, and physicalizing techniques. 

 His innovative approach includes creating custom cartoon characters for young actors, allowing them to explore their unique vocal abilities in a fun and engaging way. 

 Parents and students alike praise his methods, noting significant improvements in confidence and performance. 

 Philip's commitment to empowering youth in the voice-over industry has made him a respected figure and mentor, inspiring many to pursue their passion for voice acting.

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