In-Show and Documentary Voiceover by John Henry Krause

Your chosen voice talent is responsible for providing an enticing tone that captivates the listener and permanently holds their attention. A smooth tone will encourage comfort, reassurance, and trust. If the subject matter is serious or suspenseful, your voiceover may be filled with gravitas to elicit an emotional connection. Perhaps you’re telling a crime story filled with drama and intrigue. That’s the perfect opportunity for your voice actor to increase the intensity and tempo of each word on the page.

They say timing is everything. A well-versed voiceover artist will identify operative words and adjust their pacing to a conversational flow which helps tell your story with a natural and relatable sound.

Perspective and how it is used is a trait unique to each voice actor. Every project allows a talent the opportunity to evoke their own opinion or point of view. For instance, the journalistic read will call for an authoritative, fact-based read. One that avoids the urge to over inform or overeducated. This type of read may sound as if it is coming from a reporter with an unbiased opinion, leaving the viewer to form their own.

The observational read often has a softer, more reflective tone. In this case, the narrator exhibits patience in their descriptive phrasing. Another way to captivate a listener’s attention is the length of pauses during the reading of the copy. The pauses should be judicious and never the same. For example, to pique interest, a connected storyteller will use methodical pauses with a childlike fascination.

A unique trait that differentiates many voice actors is the use of the parenthetical expression. Though sometimes considered non-essential, these are separate thoughts or phrases which interrupt a sentence but are in some way related to it. It permits the narrator to insert an opinion without deviating from the message.

How about a little attitude? Adding a hard-hitting music bed to a product will give the voiceover artist permission to provide some edge that cuts through your soundtrack. Quick cuts and transitions of your visuals will have viewers awe-struck and a glib voice artist can quicken the delivery of the text in your script.

Suspenseful, comical, chilling, or dramatic. A cold opening at the beginning of your program which includes these and other elements will instantly arouse heightened feelings and emotions in the viewer. When done well, this clever tactic immediately seizes the attention of your audience by diving right into the thick of a story before the occurrence of opening credits or a title sequence. Once a viewer has seen and heard this juicier portion of your program, they will get reeled in and stay tuned through the commercial break.

Sometimes your cold open will have nothing to do with the upcoming storyline. It’s merely a channel to introduce you to the characters and the world they live in. This background will offer background or history and their tendencies in any given situation.

Here is an opportunity for the writer to craft a well-thought-out dialogue for the voice-over. One that will sprinkle details within the opening sequence which later may be relevant in the story.

Not all In-Show Narration is serious stuff. For example, think about those Do it Yourself shows which include step-by-step instructions for home improvement projects. Or a reality show with several storylines happening at the same time. The voice actor will be used to piece these together for the viewer. The conduit for this narrative between segments in these shows is the voice actor. Here you have someone who provides an account of what is happening to keep the audience connected and the show moving along quickly.

What about a documentary featuring amazing and rarely seen occurrences in nature? The production crew spends a great deal of time capturing images on video. It is the voiceover artist who will use delicate and subtle vocal nuances to describe in detail what is happening in front of you.

John Henry realizes the voice over is just one facet in the production process of your in-show and documentary voiceover project. With decades of B2Band B2C Sales and Marketing experience, he’s a professional who understands how businesses operate and what they expect from their service providers. You’ll receive responsive communication from a relatable partner on a regular basis.

There is more to serving you than just meeting a deadline. Like paying attention to the details, listening to your needs, and quickly answering any questions or fulfilling any requests. When you hire John for your voiceover project, you’ll experience a flexible and collaborative approachdesigned to help you reach your expected result.

Storytelling lies at the heart of documentary voiceover, carrying the viewer on a journey of discovery. Whether fun and goofy or serious subject matter, a great voiceover artist bridges the gap between visuals and narrative. Narration places the viewers inside the mind of the characters. It’s a stylistic choice that serves both practical and artistic purposed. It lets the viewer into the character’s world while also serving as a method of conveying exposition and facts. An otherwise dull transition scene can be made dynamic and engaging through careful voiceover.

John Henry is an experienced storyteller. His smooth tones layer intrigue builds tension, and provide insights. His humorous asides are a welcome moment of comic relief that entertains and engages your audience. Unlike many other voice projects, documentary and in-show voiceover require an artist who can change his tone and delivery to match a scene. John keeps the audience engaged through a versatile performance that takes them on a journey. The right voice helps you explore arcs, develop lessons, educate and entertain, while an ill-timed delivery can destroy a moment.

Documentary filmmaking is an art form driven by a passion for the subject. And John has established a reputation for his accessibility and open lines of communication. Underlying moods, tones, and themes are articulated through a thoughtful voiceover that pays close attention to detail. He collaborates with creators to convey complex ideas through nuanced delivery. Together you can develop concepts that might have been lost to the audience.

John Henry is a professional, reliable voiceover who takes the time to meet your needs. And to understand any subtext and underlying messages you want to convey. He welcomes direction but can offer his creative insights and unique voiceover takes. All while meeting deadlines and delivering clear, high-quality audio. John is available through Source Connect Standard, Zoom, Skype, and Phone Patch, making the collaborative process seamless. His voiceover goal is to help you tie the pieces together to make your vision shine.

Contact John today to bring voice to your visuals and story.