Ted Sutton: How To Master The Art Of Video Game Voice- Over

<p>Are you planning on joining the creative world of voice-over artists? </p> <p>Even if you have already ventured into the craft of  becoming a voice- over artist, we are  honing in on a very specific area of voice-over artistry. Have you ever been curious as to  how to become involved in creating  iconic video game characters? You’re in for a treat this week, as Voice Director/ Casting Director / Audio Producer Ted Sutton joins the Cue to Cue conversation, to shares tips on how to master the art of video game voice-over.</p> <p>Ted educates us about  the video game world and gives us a look into the  heightened world of video voice overs, illuminating that each voice-over artists need to match that environment with their voices.  In addition to this, you should also be willing to make effort sounds that you’ve never made before.</p> <p>How does picking up a glass sound like? What does Kung Fu sounds like?  Let your imagination guide you!  “Play! Make strange sounds and roll with it!”</p> <p>In this episode: </p> <ul> <li>Be willing to learn and having a positive attitude impacts our readiness to take new roles in the creative journey.</li> <li>The importance of practicing your skills and accepting feedback in thriving in the voice-over industry.</li> <li>How your imagination plays a big role in creating effort sounds.</li> <li>How To strategize your recording sessions to protect your vocal cords.</li> <li>Be intentional in carving space and time to nourish your creativity aids in our growth as artists.</li> </ul> <p>A little about Ted:</p> <p>Ted started working in audio production at just 16, as a high school co-op student at Pirate Radio & Television. He made himself indispensable and grew up with the company as it grew and had a variety of roles over the years including assistant engineer, production co-ordinator and stock music consultant. At twenty-one, Pirate made him the Casting Director of their Voice Casting Department, the busiest one in Canada at the time. He left to literally build his own recording