Society of Voice Arts and Sciences

By Chuck Duran, August 23, 2026 From Your Demo To Your Daily Decisions: The Choices That Can Move Your Career Forwards I’ve worked with a lot of incredibly talented voice actors over the years. And one thing I’ve learned is that talent alone rarely determines who builds a successful career. It’s the choices. The big ones, sure.

Claude Monet, Waterloo Bridge, Sunlight Effect, 1903 By Rudy Gaskins, 8/23/2026 There is a great deal of anxiety surrounding artificial intelligence and what it may mean for the future of voice acting. Some see AI as an existential threat to the profession. Others believe there will always be things a human performer can do that a machine cannot. I suspect the reality will be considerably more complicated than either of those views, and probably a lot less tidy.

By Joan Baker, 08/09/2026 People often ask me what has made the biggest difference in my career. Sometimes they’re expecting me to talk about training, auditions, demos, or finding the right representation. Those things certainly matter, and I’ve spent much of my professional life encouraging actors to keep learning because our craft deserves that kind of attention.

By Joan Baker, 08/09/2026 For decades, I have auditioned, networked, taught, coached, and worked alongside some of the most talented people in our industry, both in front of the microphone and behind it. I have had the privilege of watching artists, casting professionals, producers, agents, directors, and other industry leaders bring their passion, expertise, and creativity to this craft. I have seen firsthand that talent matters. Craft matters. Preparation matters.

– By Oluwaseun Shobo I August 3, 2026 Why Voice Matters When Africa Comes to the Global Stage The trailer for Children of Blood and Bone just dropped and for many of us who have spent years waiting for African stories to receive the scale, imagination and investment they deserve, it was a significant moment. The cast is remarkable. I caught a glimpse of Ayra Starr. Tems is said to have curated the soundtrack. The visuals are breathtaking.

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By Joan Baker and Rudy Gaskins, 07/26/2026 Whether you are new to voice acting or a seasoned professional, the goal remains the same: to build a career that grows with you. Success in this industry requires more than having a distinctive voice. It requires developing the ability to connect, communicate, and tell stories in ways that resonate with today’s audiences. Many people begin exploring voice acting because they have been told they have a great voice.

We all enjoy the performing. We enjoy the spotlight. We enjoy applause. Duh, or we wouldn’t be actors! Unfortunately (or fortunately), that’s not really the job in audiobook narration. It can be hard not to chase the attention, but it’s important to remember this is not your story. You’re here to support it. Your job isn’t to craft something new. It’s to take the author’s intention and interpret it as faithfully as possible for the listener.

By Rudy Gaskins and Joan Baker, July 12, 2026 Dear Friends, For nearly fifteen years, SOVAS™ has worked to elevate the voice arts through education, advocacy, recognition, and community. Everything we’ve accomplished has been possible because people believed this work was worth supporting. Today, we’d like to invite you to become part of that support as we begin building an enduring future for SOVAS™.

By Rudy Gaskins, 07/12/2026 Dear Friends, For nearly fifteen years, SOVAS™ has worked to elevate the voice arts through education, advocacy, recognition, and community. Everything we’ve accomplished has been possible because people believed this work was worth supporting. Today, we’d like to invite you to become part of that support as we begin building an enduring future for SOVAS™.