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Mastering the ABCs of Voiceover
You might be wondering, What exactly is an ABC? Well, let me break it down for you. An ABC is a voiceover technique where you take a single line or phrase from a script and perform it three different ways—each time with a new twist. The goal? To show the client different options for how a line can be delivered.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
5 days ago4 min read


Voice Acting Tips: Getting Used to the Sound of Your Own Voice
Every voice actor starts out hating the sound of their own voice. But there is a secret technique that guarantees you'll get over it quickly.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Oct 93 min read


Disgruntled Voice Actors – And Why You Shouldn’t Let Them Derail Your VO Journey
Let me be clear—disgruntled voice actors are not new. They’ve always existed in some form. But today, we’re just more aware of them. Why?

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Oct 74 min read


AI Voiceover Data Sets: What Voice Actors Need to Know (Before It’s Too Late)
Today we’re diving even deeper into the world of AI and voiceover — because let’s be real: AI isn’t just a trend anymore. It’s here. It’s growing. And it’s starting to impact our industry in major ways.
One of the more confusing — and honestly dangerous — aspects of AI in voiceover is something called a data set.
If you’re a voice actor, especially a newer one, you need to understand this.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Oct 23 min read


How to Handle Criticism in the Voiceover Industry (Without Losing Your Cool)
Today, we’re diving into a topic that makes a lot of people squirm: criticism. Yeah, I know — not the easiest subject to talk about. But I promise, this conversation is going to help you grow — both as a voice actor and as a creative professional.
Whether you're brand new to voiceover or you've been behind the mic for years, how you receive and respond to feedback can make or break your career.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Sep 304 min read


Why in the world should you save your auditions?
Today we’re talking about something I don’t think we discuss nearly enough: archiving your auditions and your work. If you’re not doing this… why not? You absolutely should.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Sep 182 min read


How to spot the new AI scam on ACX.
If you’re an audiobook narrator, aspiring narrator, or even just curious about the audiobook world, you may have noticed something strange happening recently. Books are popping up that are… well, let’s just say so badly written that you can’t help but wonder:
“Was this even written by a person?”
Spoiler alert: often, they weren’t.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Sep 162 min read


What is New Media and how do you charge for it?
What is New Media and how do you charge for it? Have you heard of DOOH? Welp, it's a type of new media. What is it and how do you charge for it?

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Sep 114 min read


Unboxing Arrowzoom Soundproofing & Acoustic Treatment
Acoustic treatment is often unattractive. However, I found some from a company called ArrowZoom and it's not ugly at all! I'm using it around the house and in my office. You can use the code AZ-GAB at check out to get 10% off!

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Sep 93 min read


There's an opportunity called VoiceQ, and it's just waiting for you to try it.
If you’re a working or aspiring voice actor—especially if you’re interested in ADR or dubbing—you need to know about this.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Aug 143 min read


New to VO? Great. Don't do this.
The Biggest Mistake New Voice Actors Make (And How to Avoid It)

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Aug 133 min read


Do you know how to ask a question in voiceover? Do you? Are you sure?
Being able to ask a question as if it's your own—very naturally, very off the cuff, and very believably—is really a lot harder than most people realize.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Aug 73 min read


Believe it or not, tropes abound in voiceover. What are they?
Believe it or not, tropes abound in voiceover. What are they?

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Aug 54 min read


Stop trying to sell me soup.
Stop Selling: The Real Secret Behind Commercial Voiceover

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Jul 173 min read


Yipee!! You booked the job!! Um, now what do you do?
Most people who are brand new don’t have any idea what happens immediately after you book a voiceover gig. So we're going to talk about it.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Jul 144 min read


Stop trying to "improve" your voice. Really...
If you try to improve your voice, you're probably going to screw it up. Try this instead.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Jul 34 min read


Try this new technique to shake up your voiceover auditions.
This fun exercise is great for breaking out of old ruts, assumptions and habits.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Jun 193 min read


Science! Yes, science proved it!
Look, I've been saying for years that you have to use your entire body when reading a script. That includes your HANDS! And now there is hard science that proves it!

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Jun 173 min read


An opportunity to use your voice to make a difference.
There is a new organization to match voices with non-profits. It's a long needed platform to help those dedicated to helping others. And you can your talents to make that happen.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Jun 123 min read


Many voice actors forget to practice this one important technique.
There is a lot to remember when you're starting your VO career. But, one this one thing is often overlooked when learning. You’ve got to use everything you have when you’re a voice actor.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Jun 102 min read
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