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This trendy VO technique is killing your audition chances. Stop it!
We’re seeing it on Instagram. We’re seeing it on TikTok. We’re seeing it all over social media. And no—it’s not just people talking really, really fast.
It’s this complete inability to stop and take a breath.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Dec 30, 20253 min read


What can the characters of SNL teach you about being a better voice actor?
You can learn a lot from watching the characters of SNL, but only if you know what you're looking for. Today, we’re diving into one of my absolute favorite things: sketch comedy and how it can make you a better voice actor.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Dec 26, 20253 min read


Exciting News: Introducing My Brand New Voice Acting Business Series!
I’m beyond excited to introduce my brand new series focused on voice acting and building a successful business around it. This is something I’ve created specifically for you—bite-sized classes that answer all your burning questions about running a voiceover business.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Dec 22, 20251 min read


You Might Be a Voice Actor If...
You Might Be a Voice Actor If... The thing is, us voice actors have to use every trick in the book. And this trick is one that works.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Dec 19, 20252 min read


Those "AI" jobs aren't really jobs...
AI training is everywhere right now. The demand is insane. I’ve done AI videos before, but I’m seeing so much of this generative AI—this is what all companies are competing in right now and trying to train.
Generative AI needs to be fed. It needs a constant supply of new information, new ideas, and new content in order to function. But the reality is, it’s not really “learning.”

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Dec 16, 20254 min read


The “What Is” Series: What is a voiceover donut?
So, What Is a “Donut” in Voiceover?
First off, yes—it’s a silly term. And yes, it’s spelled just like the pastry: donut (not “doughnut”). But in the voiceover world, it means something very different.
A donut is a hole or blank section inside a piece of copy—typically in commercial scripts. That empty space is deliberately left open so the client can rotate in a different message later.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Dec 12, 20252 min read


The “What Is” Series: What Is a Bump?
You may have heard the term "Bump" at some point in your life, but it's a VO term as well. And no it doesn't mean that other thing.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Dec 3, 20252 min read


The Gift of Gab: What is room tone?
What is room tone? Should you have it? Can you have too much of it?

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Nov 27, 20252 min read


The Gift of Gab: Understanding "Post Production"
Have you heard someone say, "we'll fix it in post"? Yeah, well, what even is that?

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Nov 25, 20253 min read


The Gift of Gab: What Are Residuals?
Voice actors can earn something called a residual. But what is it? How do you get it? How does it help you earn more money?

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Nov 21, 20253 min read


The Gift of Gab: What is SFX in VO?
There are a lot of terms that float around the VO industry, sometimes they make sense, and sometimes not so much. Let's talk about what SFX acutally means.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Nov 18, 20252 min read


Understanding Source Connect – A Voice Actor's Essential Tool
Today, we're continuing with our "What Is?" series, diving into a tool that’s used by thousands—if not tens of thousands—of voice actors around the world. You might have heard of it, but if you’re still unsure about what it actually does, don’t worry! Today, we're talking all about Source Connect.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Nov 7, 20253 min read


Understanding Non-Competes and Conflicts in Voiceover Work
How restrictive are non-compete agreements? What if you don't have one in writing? What if the client tries to sneak a non-compete that is over restrictive? This is what you need to know.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Nov 4, 20254 min read


You gotta loosen up and play in voiceover - How?? - With HATS!
Sometimes it's just a simple little thing that can help you get out of a voiceover rut. Let's talk about hats.

Gabrielle Nistico VOCoach
Oct 28, 20253 min read


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
Oct 21, 20254 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 9, 20253 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 7, 20254 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 2, 20253 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 30, 20254 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 18, 20252 min read
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