Yvette Carmen - Starting a Career as a Voiceover Actor

SEASON 3; Episode 4:

Welcome to Mature Allure. 

Are you looking for inspiration for your next career change or side hustle? Ever considered using your voice to make money? Today’s guest is here to talk about the challenges and opportunities that come with starting a new career in the entertainment industry at midlife.

In this episode, I chat to Yvette Carmen. Yvette became a voiceover talent when her industry stalled during lockdown. She has also assisted broadcast producers at Foote Cone & Belding Advertising in Chicago, IL, and worked as a set decoration coordinator on several Tyler Perry projects. 

“I had a curiosity that I followed and it happened.”

“Fan the flames of curiosity and get out there and give it a go.  Why not?”

What we discuss:

(00:01) - Introduction

(02:13) - How Yvette went about her career change to become a voiceover actor.

(04:09) - What is the process for setting up a voiceover assignment?

(08:24) - Yvette’s advice for those looking to make a similar career change into voiceover acting.

(11:45) - How do you go about getting an agent?

Key Takeaways:

• Yvette talks you through the key steps involved in recording a demo, getting an agent and initiating your new voiceover career.

• Networking is key!

• Curious? Yvette is proof that following your curiosity is a win-win.

Learn more about Yvette Carmen:

Email: yvettecarmen2017@gmail.com 

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