Boost your career as a voice over actor with coaching and business consulting from Tom Dheere at VO Strategist. Learn strategies to succeed in the voiceover industry. Business and Marketing Consultant for Voice Actors in NYC, LA, and Nationwide Hi, I’m Tom Dheere, Your Voice Over Business and Marketing Guide. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, I help voice actors of all experience levels transition from struggling starving artist to savvy CEO that consistently books the voice over work of their dreams. My mission is to help you hone your marketing skills, develop your business, and navigate the competitive world of voice acting with confidence. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your voice acting career to the next level, I offer personalized business & marketing coaching and mentorship designed to give you the tools you need to succeed. Book Free Consult Let me help you refine your business and build a sustainable, successful voice acting career. Why Choose Voice Over Coaching with Tom Dheere As a working voice actor with over two decades of experience, I understand the unique challenges of building a career in this competitive industry. My coaching is shaped not only by my performance background but also by my expertise in business development for voice actors, giving you the tools to succeed both behind the mic and in managing your career. I’ve been where you are, navigating the ups and downs of auditions, bookings, and client relationships, and I’m committed to helping you reach your fullest potential. Since 2011, I’ve worked with hundreds of students across the globe, helping them refine their craft, sharpen their business skills, and create thriving voice over careers. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting and Directing from Montclair State University and training from industry leaders in both performance and business strategy, I bring a well-rounded approach to coaching that’s practical, supportive, and results driven. Learn about my background here An introduction to The World of Voice Acting Business Coaching for Voice Actors Marketing & Branding Consulting for Voice Actors Personalized Advice & Guidance My Coaching Services For Voice Actors My coaching sessions are tailored to meet the needs of every voice actor, whether you're looking to grow your business, start from scratch, or update your business model. With personalized one-on-one sessions, I provide actionable insights and feedback to help you achieve your career goals. Services include: Voiceover Business & Marketing Diagnostics I will evaluate your current strengths & opportunities for improvement. Book This Ongoing Mentorship We'll meet every month to keep you on track with your career and goals. You must book a Diagnostic Session before applying for mentorship. Book This Strategy Sessions Schedule one-on-one sessions to get your voiceover questions answered... Book This AI Strategy Session Curious about AI or terrified of it? Book a session and I can empower you to fight it, embrace it, or learn to live with it. Book This Stream Videos Here: WATCH YOUTUBE VIDEOS All Categories $ Subscribe Subscribe Voice Over How-to: The World of Voice Overs The world of voice-over can seem both exciting and overwhelming, filled with conflicting advice and promises of quick success. "The World of Voice Overs" is a no-nonsense, foundational workshop designed to give aspiring and new talent a clear and actionable framework for building a sustainable career. This isn't about finding a gimmick; it's about building a business from the ground up. This free How-To is built on two core concepts: the "4 Pillars" you must construct to have a professional presence, and the "3 Portals" you must navigate to find work. You'll move from wondering "where do I start?" to having a confident plan. In this video, you will learn: The 4 Pillars of a VO Business: A deep dive into the essentials of professional Training, a killer Demo, a client-focused Website, and a functional Home Studio. The 3 Portals to Opportunity: Understand the distinct strategies for getting work through Agents & Representation, Online Casting Sites, and Direct Marketing. The Craft of Performance: Discover why voice acting is acting, and learn the key performance questions to ask to bring any script to life, from commercials to eLearning. The Business of the Business: Get a clear breakdown of how you get paid, including the critical difference between session and usage fees, and why an AI clause is non-negotiable in 2025. The CEO of You, Inc.: Learn the mindset required to manage your finances, your tools, and your instrument as a freelance business owner. After watching this video, you will be not just inspired, but equipped with a realistic understanding of the industry and a concrete plan for your next steps. Watch Preview Watch Preview $ Buy $29.99 Buy $29.99 Voice Over How-to: Indirect Marketing Decoded Stop Chasing One Client at a Time: Indirect Marketing Decoded Most voice actors are exhausted because they’re playing the Direct Marketing like an unpaid assistant to their own business. If you 're worried about where your next booking is coming from, it’s probably because you’re only hunting instead of fishing. In this How-To Video we look at the actual data behind building a brand that pulls Voice Seekers to you. We are shifting the focus from being busy to being strategic. What You’ll Learn: Feeding the Robots vs. Charming the Humans: Why your marketing has two jobs and how to balance them so the machine finds you and the person trusts you. SEO, GEO, and AEO: The "Search Game" has evolved into the "Answer Game." We break down how to get cited in AI summaries rather than just buried in "10 blue links". Optimizing for Entities: Why keywords are legacy thinking and how to prove to Google’s AI that you are a real human with real expertise. The "Farmer" Analogy: Why you can't plant a seed today and eat a salad tomorrow, and how to fertilize your digital soil for long-term growth. Rented vs. Owned Land: The strategic difference between your social media profiles and your website. If you don't have a CEO mindset, you're just a yutz with a microphone. This video gives you the framework to move from the Crawl phase into the Walk phase of your career. Watch Preview Watch Preview $ Buy $29.99 Buy $29.99 Voice Over How-To Direct Marketing Decoded Direct Marketing Isn't Better, It’s Just More Control. Direct marketing has the potential to be the most profitable arm of your voice-over business, yet most talent do it in a way that makes Voice Seekers want to hit the "Report Spam" button. In "Direct Marketing Decoded", we strip away the hustle culture myths and look at the hard data of lead generation. We explore the 3 Portals of the VO industry (Representation, Online Casting, and Self-Marketing) and show you how to use them as a unified ecosystem rather than isolated silos. What You’ll Master: The "Hunt vs. Fish" Strategy: Why you need both Inbound (SEO) and Iutbound (Direct) marketing to build a resilient career. The Must-Haves: Why an optimized website and a robust CRM are the only way to handle the "Poopy Grown-up Stuff" like a CEO. AI as Your Intern: How to use LLMs to summarize company wins and craft "Not-About-Me" openings that actually get read. The Anatomy of a Cold Email: A breakdown of subject lines that bypass filters and CTAs that don't smell like desperation. Metric Reality Check: Why "Open Rates" are often lies told by security bots and how to track the only metric that matters: ROI. Watch Preview Watch Preview $ Buy $29.99 Buy $29.99 Voice Over How-To LinkedIn Decoded The Problem: You are likely spending hours on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook trying to "build a following," hoping a client will stumble upon your content. But the data shows that voice seekers aren't scrolling TikTok for talent—they are vetting professionals on LinkedIn. If your profile reads like a desperate resume, you are losing money. This How-To video isn't a fluff piece on "personal branding." This is a tactical breakdown of how to treat your voice over business as a B2B service provider. We are shifting your operation from "Employee Mindset" to "Business Owner Mindset." In this video, we cover: The "Career Suicide" Audit: Why I fired my Facebook group to focus 100% on LinkedIn (and the ROI that followed). The "One Profile" Policy: Why hiding your past job history is a mistake—and how to turn your previous career into a lucrative VO niche. Hunting vs. Fishing: A dual-threat system. "Hunting" protocols for sending non-spammy, high-converting connection requests, and "Fishing" strategies for content that attracts clients to you. The "Insider" DM: Templates for messages that prove you understand the client's pain points (e.g., the Q4 training panic). Who this is for: Freelance voice actors who are ready to build direct client relationships. Watch Preview Watch Preview $ Buy from $9.99 Buy from $9.99 Your VO Blogging Strategy The SEO Secret Weapon for Voice Actors. Why blog? Because Google loves fresh content. A strategic blog can drive traffic to your website while you sleep. This video teaches you how to write content that answers your clients' questions, establishes your expertise, and boosts your ranking in search results. You'll learn how to overcome the "Three-Headed Dragon" of fear: "I'm not an expert," "I have no ideas," and "Why would anyone read me?" You will walk away with: The "5-Bucket System" for endless, high-value blog ideas. A simple, repeatable template for structuring every post. Actionable SEO tactics (H2s, alt text, keyword variations) that Google loves. The strategy for promoting your blog on social media (Tip: The link doesn't go in the post). The confidence to use your unique voice and write about your voice over journey to inspire and connect with peers and clients. Watch Preview Watch Preview $ Buy $29.99 Buy $29.99 Voice Over How-To Voice Over Marketing 101 The Antidote to "Audition Burnout." Sick of relying on casting sites (and their algorithms) to decide if you work today? Direct marketing one way to take back control. You don't need a $500 seminar to learn the basics of outreach. You need a clear process. This video strips away the complexity and gives you the "Who, What, Where, and How" of finding your own clients. Stop waiting for the phone to ring. Learn how to pick it up. Watch Preview Watch Preview $ Buy $29.99 Buy $29.99 Voice Over How-To Voice123 Decoded The Voice123 algorithm isn't magic. It's math. And you don't need to pay $300 to learn it. There are two ways to succeed on Voice123... The Expensive Way. Pay hundreds of dollars for long courses or hire consultants to "fix" your profile for you. The Smart Way. Learn exactly how the search engine works and take control of your own profile for a fraction of the cost. Voice123 Decoded is the no-nonsense, DIY guide for voice actors who want to book work, not just take classes. I don’t give you fluff. I give you the data-driven strategy I use to maintain a top-tier ROI. In this deep-dive training, you will learn: The "Ranking Score" Reality: How to manipulate the algorithm to get in front of the right buyers. Profile SEO: The specific keywords and formatting that turn a "skipper" into a listener. The Sample Strategy: Why your demos are failing and how to optimize your samples to capture specific searches. Smart Bidding: how to effectively bid on projects. Stop guessing. Stop overpaying. Start optimizing. Watch Preview Watch Preview $ Buy $29.99 Buy $29.99 Freelancer How-to: VO Business 101: Plan Like a Business A Dream Without a Plan is Just a Wish. Here is the Blueprint. Most voice actors fail because they treat their career like a lottery ticket. They buy a mic, audition, and hope. You don't need "hope." You need a business plan. While other coaches charge premium rates to talk about "mindset," this video gives you the structural reality of running a freelance business. We cover the unsexy but profitable details that art school skipped: business plans, goal-setting, and the 4 Pillars of a sustainable voice over career. Includes: The actual "Business Roadmap" template to get you from amateur to CEO. 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Love working with the VO Strategist? Leave feedback and reviews here, and share your experience! Tom took the time to thoroughly listen to my prior VO path and where I wanted to go with my VO career. He gave me an honest assessment of where I fit in the industry as it is today. What would be the best use of my time and effort for the greatest chance of success. I truly appreciate the time he spent with me and came away excited about the possibilities ahead. Thank you Tom! Steven Blair Tom just gave us a masterful class at LIDA for LatinAmerica. His passion and knowledge of the VO business is apparent. His input on the tools needed for any artist to become successful is extremely accurate. He will pinpoint the right actions for you to take in order to get to the next level. Gracias Tom. Keep on shining!💥 Gabriel Romero I recently finished 4 strategy sessions with Tom. I found these sessions to be incredibly valuable in terms of developing a clear and doable strategy for my business. Tom was able to identify what was missing or required tweaking in my current plan. Then we formulated a plan of action for moving forward with short, mid-range, and long term goals. If you are feeling overwhelmed, confused, or just plain old stuck, I highly recommend scheduling a session with Tom as soon as possible! Lori Groopman After attending Tom's eLearning X-Session at VO Atlanta 2022, I was excited to set up a one-on-one VO Diagnostic session. Did he give me some hard truths about my voiceover business and performance? Oh, definitely. Did I receive meaningful, motivating, and actionable advice on how to take my business to the next level (or two)? ABSOLUTELY. Tom has been in voiceover for a long time, and his skillset in both VO and business is impressive. I'm so glad he was able to share some of his insight with me. Thanks, Tom! Chris Epperson I enrolled in the weekly Mentorship program with Tom and it was an incredible value and investment. Tom is warm and knowledgeable and shares his insights with generosity. I came in with tons of questions and not only were they all answered, I left with an action plan of exactly how to improve and grow my business. If you're thinking about coaching with Tom just do it. You'll be glad you did! Sarah Naughton Tom has a fantastic, warm, self-deprecating, and knowledgeable approach to his seminars. The aspects of the voiceover industry are nebulous, and even though having everything you desire in the palm of you hand is rare, if not impossible, Tom is very good at breaking down and identifying the things you can focus on and what you would like to achieve." Kevin Lowney I am a big Fan of Tom from the moment I took his Money Management class at VOA in 2017. He is so thorough and practical and his sense of humor just adds to it. I have been disappointed in ANY of the classes and I just sound up for 4 of them. If you want to have a practical way of establishing and running your VO business any of Tom's classes would be of great benefit. Overall it was an eye opening experience for me and I have implemented several of his strategies and tips. Thank you Tom for always giving back your time, talent and expertise." Saundi Harrison-Cooksey Tom's knowledge of business know-how and presentation are some of the best in the industry. He is easy to listen to and provides content that you can take and actually use in your business. He rocks. It's just that simple." Robbie Shelburn Tom is the Master of VO marketing. His "How Do I Market My Demo?" webinar is a must take class for any voice artist. Tom's "tell it like it is" approach is refreshing and a reminder to us all that we can run a successful VO business if we set tangible, realistic goals, have a well thought out plan and pursue our profession with dedication and determination. Being a pragmatist at heart, I love Tom's pragmatic approach to the business of voice acting. Tom is also an excellent coach, patient, fun to work with and committed to getting the most out of his students. It was a pleasure working with him on a recent demo." John Andersen Tom is the go to guy for all things E-Learning. I’m refocusing on the VO world after a long break and Tom has been incredibly helpful both in clarifying the current markets and as an efficient and patient coach. He recently produced my E-Learning demo and I’m extremely happy with the results and feedback. Tom is also a respected expert on the business processes of VO, particularly direct marketing. If you’re new or struggling with the project management aspect of running your VO business, working with Tom is a must." Mary O'brady I attended Tom's webinar on "How Do I Market My Demo?" Finally there's someone who explains how to get yourself in front of the right people in a very comprehesive manner. I'm looking forward to putting his methods to work and to get an ROI on my demo! Thanks, Tom!" Mike Mcdonnell 'Can't say enough about working with Tom Dheere. In addition to his extensive knowledge of the VO business, I found him to be an excellent e-learning coach! He's insightful, communicative, efficient...and really fun! I learned a great deal from Tom, and was very happy with the e-learning demo he helped me create. Go ahead - book a session!!" Suzanne Wolfson I took the "How Do I Market My Demo?" workshop with Tom yesterday and it was chock-full of great information. This is the second class I've taken with Tom, and he has the great ability to take the complex concepts of marketing and branding and make them approachable. I wish I could have him on speed dial to answer all of the VO related questions that come up every day. Looking forward to the next one!" Jason Arnold Tom assessed my voiceover progress during each session. He strategically incorporated new growth and learning challenges into each session that led to an eLearning demo that I and others love! Tom provides an honest critique of your capabilities and helps you to make make the right adjustments (solid choices) that result on better, long-term voiceover skills overall. As a result, I continue to work with Tom to maintain and enhance my skills. His honesty along with his voiceover, acting and business knowledge are immeasurable in terms of the value he can provide to any voiceover artist's repertoire of voiceover skills. Thanks, Tom!" Tiffany Van Hoy If you're feeling lost and discouraged, Tom is the perfect person to help guide you where you want to go. I always recommend a 1-on-1 session to people who ask me how to get into voiceover because Tom will take time to listen to your concerns and provide honest feedback on solutions you can use right now in your business. Plus he's ethical and a fabulous human. Book a strategy session with Tom today!" Tracy Lindley Tom presented a class on marketing for the Voice Actors of NYC group, and it was an amazing experience! Tom provided a great deal of helpful information for both beginning voice actors like myself, and more experienced voice actors. The class was both informative and interesting, and I would definitely be interested in future events presented by Tom!" Sarah Switek Working with Tom is a smart thing to do for clarity and efficacy in your VO business — and your life. And it’s fun, too! With a series of pointed questions and a concentrated dose of business savvy, Tom helped me get right to the core of my VO business vision and set me up with clear strategies to help it unfold the way I want it to. He’s intelligent, kind, organized, supportive and delightfully enthusiastic, all of which feels really GOOD. And his website is a generous well of insightful posts that inspire, inform and entertain. I really appreciate Tom’s perspective and the specific recommendations he made for my VO trajectory." Patty Nieman Tom gets to the heart of the issue very precisely and logically. Within our diagnostic session, he was able to evaluate my demos, discuss my marketing plans, mission statement and the "business" behind my voiceover business. Tom is not only a great voiceover talent, he's a great business person." Marie Hoffman Art. Science. Organization. Tom Dheere blends them all with clear thinking, enthusiasm, and know-how so that you're walking out of each session with energy and inspiration to spare. Time with Tom, supported by his resource-deep website, provides a foundation of solid information you can use to muscle up your abilities and get optimistic about your VO future. Tom is excited about what he does -- and a big part of what he does is to share that excitement with you." Adam Barr Tom was great at zeroing in on the specific areas of my VO business that were not receiving the attention they needed. As a result, I was empowered to create a much healthier and more balanced strategy to move forward with. Tom is great at using analogy, common sense and humour to get straight to the root of any challenges, and how to resolve them. I am very grateful to Tom for my fresh direction and approach." Nick Wyard It is a privilege working with Tom Dheere. He really knows and understands the business. He has also helped many voice talent and is overall important to the Voice Over industry." David Goldberg, Edge Studio I had a very inspiring session with Tom. He's a very well organized thinker and doer; brilliant at communicating strategies and pulling original ideas out of you. I would highly recommend a session with him - had a very fruitful consultation with him - well worth the spondulix." Sarah Coomes, Actress/Writer Tom has been an invaluable asset to my career. When I was first starting off, Tom sat with me and consulted me on everything in the business. He couldn't have been more personable and I learned so much from him. Whether a narrator or a teacher, I would recommend Tom to anyone who wants to learn more about the Voice Over World. I still go to him time to time for simple questions and he never hesitates to get back to me with the best advice." Dara Rosenberg, Voiceover Artist/Narrator Already in my first VO Strategist session with Tom Dheere, Tom identified specific areas of my workflow, I could immediately work on. Tom gave me tools to set more accurate goals, and most importantly, Tom helped me develop a 'scaffolding' to keep my business productive even in the day-to-day trenches of 'life happens'. Thank you Tom Dheere for your insight, expertise and professionalism!" Linda Joy, Voice Actor Tom is a great resource for ideas on organizing one's business. He's able to pinpoint where your day falls through the cracks and come up with ways to help keep you from constantly trying to “catch up with yourself”. And while his overall strategies are a great road map, he really shines at coming up with specific solutions to those individual quirks we all have that often keep us from making the most of our days. His advice has been spot on." Melissa Exelberth, Voiceover Actor & Narrator Tom knows a lot about the Voice industry and he knows a lot about People. In just one session he was able to analyze my business and pinpoint the weaknesses. He was spot on! I am putting into practice everything we discussed. My business will be better organized and more lucrative thanks to Tom." Roxanne Coyne, Bilingual Voice Artist And Narrator Tom's class at FaffCon was a game changer for me. His organizational skill in tracking his day to day work was awe-inspiring. In a career field where every dollar can count, he knows were each dollar came and went and had the formula for making his accountant happy. Voice work is a business (a tough one at that!) and his systematic approach and easy techniques have made my business profitable. And he shared that information freely. A true talent, both in the booth and out. Thank you Tom!" Mark "Monk" Schane-Lydon, Bard College At Simon’s Rock Tom gave a great and easy to follow presentation on the business side of the VO World. He was open to questions even after the seminar ended. Tom is knowledgeable and patient, a wonderful combination." Alanna O'brien, Performing Arts Professional I asked Tom to evaluate my time management and overall goals for my voiceover business and was very happy with the outcome. He asked me pointed questions about my priorities and current strategies and made excellent suggestions from reorganizing my time to ensure I'd have quiet, focused time to be proactive, to suggesting that I remember to take some unplugged down time once a month for my mental health, which as a passionate entrepreneur is a hard sell. He also helped me analyze how I spend my time and made useful suggestions about ridding myself of some old habits that kept were keeping me from more productive, proactive tasks. On top of all that, Tom is a delight - personable, compassionate, straight-forward and has a great sense of humor. I'm very happy to recommend him as a VO Business consultant! I'm getting more done for my business and taking better care of myself these days. Thanks Tom!" Rosi Amador Love working with Tom? Add your testimonial here... SUBMIT Thanks for your submission! add review

Get personalized voice over training with Tom Dheere/VOStrategist. One-on-one strategy sessions to improve skills, marketing, & business success for VO artists. Voiceover Strategy Session Build Your Goals • Ask Questions • Develop Your Skills Feeling stuck in your freelance or voiceover journey? Whether you’re a new voice actor, a seasoned professional, or a creative freelancer looking to grow your business, a Strategy Session gives you personalized, one-on-one guidance to move forward with clarity and confidence. This is your opportunity to step away from the guesswork, stop spinning your wheels, and get real, actionable advice tailored to your unique goals and challenges. What You’ll Get in a Strategy Session A private Zoom session where you set the agenda. Come with your list of questions, creative roadblocks, or big-picture goals — and leave with a customized action plan to move your career forward. Some of the topics we'll cover include: Effective Marketing Strategies Learn how to connect with the right clients and stand out in today's competitive voiceover marketplace. Using Online Casting Sites Wisely Maximize platforms like Voice123 and Voice.com without wasting your time or money. Marketing Basics & Sales Funnels Understand how to attract, convert, and retain clients effectively. Client Retention Build lasting business relationships and increase repeat work. Freelancing in a Smaller Market Learn strategies that work no matter where you live. Networking & Industry Insights Build authentic connections and grow your professional presence. Taxes, Systems, and Organization Get practical guidance on preparing for tax season and running your freelance business smoothly. Understanding AI in Voice Over Learn how AI is changing the industry and how to adapt strategically. Your Specific Questions, Answered Every session is tailored to your needs — no cookie cutter advice. Who This Type of Session is For A Strategy Session is ideal for: Voice actors who want clarity in building or scaling their business. Freelancers ready to create a marketing plan that actually works. Creatives who feel overwhelmed by the business side of freelancing. Professionals who want to treat their craft like a business and see long-term results. Why Work with Tom Dheere With nearly 15 years of experience as a full-time voice actor and marketing consultant , Tom has helped hundreds of freelancers build sustainable, profitable careers. He understands the balance between creativity and strategy, how to manage clients, market effectively, and maintain systems that make your business run smoothly. Instead of wasting months (or years) figuring it out alone, Tom helps you get there faster with straightforward, proven guidance that saves you time, money, and frustration. Learn about my background here Format: Live via Zoom Recording: Option to record session for future reference Rescheduling: Up to 1 hour prior to your appointment Refunds: All cancellations are non-refundable Session Details Choose Your Session Both sessions include the same personalized one-on-one support — just choose the length that best fits your needs. 30-Minute Strategy Session Build your Goals + Ask Questions + Develop a Skill Details 75 US dollars $75 Book Now 60-Minute Strategy Session Build your Goals + Ask Questions + Develop a Skill Details 150 US dollars $150 Book Now AI Strategy Session AI Voiceover Coaching for Voice Actors Who Want to Stay Relevant Details 150 US dollars $150 Book Now Ready to Take Control of Your Freelance Career? Book your Strategy Session today and get the clarity, structure, and direction you need to reach your next milestone. Book Your Session Now

Get expert answers to your top voice over narration questions. VO Strategist Tom Dheere offers guidance for aspiring voice actors & freelancers. Are you considering becoming a voice actor? With the recent attention the voice over industry is receiving, there are hundreds of people flocking to it every week. Some will make it, most will not. The voice over industry is an extremely difficult business to navigate that requires an incredible amount of hard work to succeed. This is not meant to discourage you, just to prepare you for what lies ahead. Frequently asked questions How do I become a voice actor? To get started in voice over, you must move beyond having a "good voice" and develop professional acting skills. The four essential steps are: 1. Talent Assessment with a reputable coach 2. Performance Training to master storytelling 3. Studio Setup for broadcast-quality audio 5. Business Strategy to navigate marketing and digital voice solutions. Most people think just a "good voice" is the way in. In reality, that’s the least important part of the job. A successful voice actor is, first and foremost, an actor. I’ve spent 30+ years in the booth, with a degree in acting, and I still learn something new every week. This isn't a natural skill; it’s a focused craft. Before you buy a microphone or pay $2,000 for a demo, you need to determine if you have the talent to tell a story. I'm not talking about doing impressions that make your friends laugh; it’s about engaging an audience and making them feel something. Your First Three Moves: Don't Buy Gear Yet: Your first investment should be in a coach who will tell you the truth about your potential. Here's a list voice over coaches I trust. Audit Your Psychology: Not every voice fits every genre. Read this blog to see where your personality aligns with the market. Get the Business Blueprint: Talent is the engine, but business is the fuel. Check out my [How-To Video Library] to see the realistic business side of the industry for less than $1 a day. Have more questions? Book a free consult and let's chat... How old do I need to be to start voice acting? Do I need a specific accent or voice type to be successful? How much money do I need to invest to get started doing voice-over? Can I do voice over part-time while keeping my day job? What are the different types of voice over work (e.g., commercial, animation, corporate)? How do I find a voice over coach I can trust? Should I produce my own demo or hire a professional? How long does it take to get a professional voice over demo? How do I know I'm ready to open my voice over business? I got my training and produced a voice over demo. Now what? What equipment do I need for a beginner home studio? What is the best microphone for voice acting beginners? Do I need a soundproof booth to record professional audio? Which recording software (DAW) should I use? What are standard rates for voice over work? How do voice actors find work? How do I find an agent? What are "Pay-to-Play" (P2P) sites, and are they worth it? How do I market myself as a freelance voice actor? What makes you different from all the other voice over business coaches?

Tom Dheere, a New York-based voice over strategist with 25+ years of experience. Expert business & marketing consulting for voice actors at VO Strategist. About Tom Dheere I'm Tom Dheere, the Voice Over Strategist. As a voice over business & marketing consultant, I help voice actors of all experience levels navigate the voiceover industry. As a New York-based voice actor with over 25 years of experience, I have narrated thousands of projects for hundreds of clients in over a dozen countries. My experience as a corporate trainer as well as a voice actor make me uniquely qualified to help both aspiring and veteran performers navigate the entertainment industry. I specialize in marketing and business consultations as well as performing diagnostics and monthly mentoring sessions. Work with Me Professional Training, Voice Acting Experience, and Coaching Background As a classically trained theater actor, I received my Bachelor of Fine arts in Acting/Directing from Montclair State University. My training continued at the National Shakespeare Conservatory where I studied Shakespeare, Chekov, ballet, and more. After NSC I was trained as a voice actor by Hope Noah, Dan Duckworth of Voiceovers Unlimited, and have taken numerous voiceover classes at many conferences. As a voice actor, I have narrated thousands of projects for hundreds of clients in over a dozen countries. Well-known projects include voicing characters in both Red Dead Redemption 1 & 2 , playing Inspector Gadget in Inspector Gadget: Mad Time Party , and narrating the Danielle Steel audio book "Amazing Grace". Click here to learn more about me as a voice actor and hear my demos & samples. I started business & marketing coaching in 2011. Since then I have worked with hundreds of students in both one-on-one coaching, online workshops, and voice over conference classes. I've been where you are now: confused, unfocused, and seeking to find your place in the world. I will do everything I can to help you understand your industry, your relationship to it, and instill in you best practices so you can be an effective business for a long, long time. Voice Over Business Guest Speaking and Conference Appearances I love to share voiceover business and marketing tips with other voice talents. Watch & listen to these interviews to learn how you can run your voiceover business more effectively, use marketing strategies to acquire new clients, and get more business from the ones you already have. Nothing to book right now. Check back soon. Speaking Appearances Include: Business Growth Trailblazers FaffCon FaffCamp VO Atlanta Mid-Atlantic Voice Over eVOCation One Voice Dallas Voice-Over Xtra Voice Actors of NYC The Voice Actors Studio Tennessee Voice Actors Exchange VO Mastery SkillsHub Mike Lenz Voice Voice Over Body Shop VO Meter VO School Live with Squacky VO Stories The Pro Audio Podcast VO BOSS Walt's Kitchen Table TLDCast Voice Acting with Veronica Barrera Voiceover Podcast Interviews & Appearances Play Video Play Video How to Choose a Voiceover Coach & Know When You’re Demo-Ready | VO BOSS Podcast Play Video Play Video Stop Selling Yourself on Social Media Play Video Play Video Voiceover Business Development: Moving Beyond Vocal Talent Play Video Play Video S3_E18 - The VO Strategist TOM DHEERE joins us to help with all the business stuff of voice acting! Play Video Play Video The Playbook for Championship Success Play Video Play Video AUA: Heller & Baarns-Audiobook/VO Tech Experts, Guest Star: Tom Dheere! Play Video Play Video Agent Secrets 2026: The Truth About Representation in Voiceover Play Video Play Video The Reality of Making a Living in Voiceover: AI, Scams, & Strategy

Download your free guide from the VOStrategist and learn how to become a voice actor. Get expert tips and strategies to start your voiceover career today. Free Resources on How to Become a Voice Actor – From a Working Pro Get instant access to downloadable templates, checklists, and tools designed to help you grow your voiceover business...absolutely free. Unlock Practical Tools to Build Your Voice Over Career Over the years, I’ve created a collection of forms, templates, and resources to help voice actors stay organized, professional, and focused. Now, I’m making them available to you for free. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your voiceover journey, these downloadable guides are designed to help you: Manage your business more efficiently Organize your marketing and outreach Set up your workflow and stay on track Understand the business side of voice over And More! What’s Inside? When you click on the links below, you will instantly download some great voice over resources, including... Voiceover Service Guarantee Sample A Day in the VO Life Voiceover Resume Sample Audiobook Task Sheet Cash Flow Monthly Action Plan Annual Goals I've been using some of these templates for upwards of twenty years and all of them have helped move my voice over business forward. I hope they can do the same for you! How About A Free Consultation? Wanna chat for 15 minutes so I can answer your voice over questions? Click the button below to schedule a time to talk! BOOK NOW How About a Free Video? Are you asking yourself “How can I become a voice actor?"and wanna know how the voice over industry works? Watch this voice over How To video! Why Am I Gifting you all this Stuff? Because I’ve been where you are now, trying to figure things out, stay organized, and do everything you can to build a sustainable voiceover career. If even one of these free tools saves you a little time, helps you book one more gig, or simply gives you some peace of mind, then I’m genuinely glad I could help move your voice over business forward in any way. Thank you so much for being part of this amazing voice over community. Keep working at it, and let’s grow our voiceover businesses together. Tom Dheere The VO Strategist

Voice actor Tom Dheere, the VO Strategist, offers AI voiceover coaching to help you stay relevant, protect your voice, and grow your career. AI Voiceover Coaching for Voice Actors Who Want to Stay Relevant You are a voice actor, or want to be one, and now AI is in the mix. If you are wondering whether you are already behind, what to do next, or whether to pursue voice over at all, this coaching is for you. Book Now Why AI Voiceover Coaching Matters For Your Career I’m Tom Dheere, a full-time voice actor, business coach, and the VO Strategist. With over 25 years in the booth and thousands of credits (including Red Dead Redemption 1 & 2, Inspector Gadget: Mad Time Party, and Madballs), I’ve seen a lot of trends come and go. But AI voiceover isn’t a trend, it’s a market shift. One that’s already changing how work gets booked, voices get cloned, and talent gets paid (or doesn’t). This page is for voice actors who want to understand AI voiceover and make smart, informed decisions about it. What Is AI Voiceover and Why Should You Care? AI voiceover refers to synthetic voice tools that can generate voice performances using AI — often by cloning human voices. Tools like Eleven Labs , Murf , and other text-to-speech platforms are making it easier (and cheaper) for content creators to bypass human talent. And sometimes, those “AI voices” are actually based on your work — without your knowledge or consent. Scary? Yes. But also manageable — if you know what to do. How I Help You Navigate AI Voice Over (Without the Hype) In our coaching sessions, we’ll talk about: What AI voiceover is, how it works, and how it’s evolving How to protect your voice from unauthorized use or cloning Whether and how you can monetize your own AI voice (ethically) Tools like Murf and Eleven Labs — and how to use (or avoid) them strategically How to position yourself as a human voice actor in an AI-saturated market What buyers are really looking for now — and how to stay top of mind This is not a fear-based rant or a tech bro sales pitch. It’s real-world coaching from someone who works in this industry every day — and wants to help you keep working, too. Choose Your AI Coaching Format AI Strategy Session: 60 minutes): A deep dive into your business, branding, and AI concerns 30-Minute Check-In Session Quick and tactical — ideal for returning clients or specific questions VO Mentorship Program Ongoing support for navigating the business of voiceover in the AI era No diagnostic session required for the AI Strategy Session. AI Voiceover Coaching Includes: Links to my AI-focused blog content Access to exclusive how-to videos on AI tools and strategies Real-life examples — like this YouTube Short featuring my AI voice A no-BS conversation about what’s really going on — and what to do about it Let’s Cut Through the AI Noise “I know how tough it is out there. When I started, I had no clue what to do or how to do it. I made mistakes so you don’t have to.” If you’re wondering whether AI voiceover means the end of the road — or if there’s still a place for human voices — this coaching will give you answers, direction, and confidence. You don’t need to panic. You need a plan. Book Your AI Voiceover Coaching Session Now Schedule Your Session

Get expert business mentorship for voice actors. VO Strategist Voiceover Business Diagnostic uncovers growth opportunities & creates a personalized action plan. Voiceover Diagnostic Not sure what’s holding your voiceover career back? Let’s find out — together. This Diagnostic Is Perfect If You’re: Transitioning into voiceover from another career Feeling frustrated by slow growth or low bookings Unsure if your branding, rates, or setup are working Looking to identify your niche or grow your pipeline What Is A Voiceover Diagnostic? Whether you're a new voice actor feeling stuck or a seasoned pro unsure how to scale, these sessions are where we can pause, assess, and craft a plan. You’ll get: A deep dive into your website, demo, or current business mod Insight into what’s working — and what isn’t A personalized roadmap tailored to your VO brand, goals, and niche This isn’t a guessing game or generic template. It’s a professional-grade strategy session grounded in 25+ years of voiceover experience. Voice Over Business Diagnostic Assess your business infrastructure + develop an operational action plan. Read More 1 hr USD175 $175 Book Now Voice Over Website Diagnostic I’ll audit your voiceover website’s architecture and provide actionable, high-density feedback! Read More 20 min USD75 $75 Book Now Voice Over Demo Diagnostic I’ll analyze your voice over demo's market relevance, spot order, and your performance. Read More 20 min USD75 $75 Book Now What We’ll Work On Here are the major areas we will cover: Website review Demo review Branding review Casting site profile review (Voices, Voice123 etc. Home recording studio review Why Work With Tom? Hi, I’m Tom Dheere , full-time VO artist and business coach with thousands of hours behind the mic — and thousands more spent helping voice actors get real-world results. My credits include: Red Dead Redemption 1 & 2 Inspector Gadget: Mad Time Party Thousands of e-learning, audiobook, and commercial projects I’ve coached everyone from fresh beginners to full-time professionals who needed a reset. Watch: What I Wish I Knew When I Started in VO What You Could Walk Away With A complete business diagnostic tailored to where you are in your voice over journey A custom action plan with next steps Resources, tools, and homework to keep moving forward The clarity to stop spinning your wheels Let’s Build the Foundation Before You Scale Note: A Business Diagnostic Session is required before subscribing to the mentorship program. This ensures our plan is based on strategy and data, not guesswork. Client Testimonial "I was overwhelmed with advice from YouTube and Reddit. Tom’s diagnostic helped me finally focus and take action with confidence." Leah M. Freelance VO Talent Ready to Get Clarity? Check out all of the ways we can work together to move your voice over business forward! WORK WITH ME