Johnny Guyette

About this class: You will work closely with Commercial Director,  Katie Zeiner, and Owner/ Audio Engineer, Mike DeLay, to cover a variety of topics to get you going in the world of voice over.  • Get comfortable reading and taking direction  • Small class size • Cover home recording basics and how to record your auditions like a pro.  • Learn to quickly interpret commercial copy to nail your auditions.  • Discuss how to prepare for your commercial demo and how to market yourself once you have a demo.  • Go over a variety of revenue streams for voice artists • 18 and over About your instructors: Katie Zeiner worked as the booth director for over 7 years at SBV. She has successfully directed clients and students who have gone on to book national commercial campaigns with McDonald's, Pier One, and Marshall's as well as television roles in shows on Disney, Nick, CBS, Fox, and many others. Katie is also an actor who has worked in TV, has an extensive background in improv and was a member/performer of L.A. Theatresports for 10 years. She has taught and performed improv all over the country. Katie’s warmth, experience and sharp insight make her classes a comfortable environment where students are encouraged to play and trust their instincts.  Mike DeLay is the Owner/ Senior Audio Engineer here at Real Voice L.A. He studied audio engineering at Musicians Institute and is an Avid Pro Tools HD Certified Operator. Before the launch of Real Voice LA, Mike worked as a freelance audio engineer, mix engineer, music editor, and composer for shows on the CW, NBC, ABC, Freeform, VH1, MTV, Discovery Channel, Bravo!, NatGeo, The Style Network, and Showtime. Since opening RVLA in 2017, he has recorded projects for Audible, Hulu, WB Home Entertainment, CD Projekt Red, Discovery Channel, TBS, Keywords Studios, iHeart Media, and many more. Mike has also cast and recorded talent for commercial projects for brands like Alfa Romeo, Canon, Citibank, Providence Hospital, Elie Saab, and Esports Engine, to name a few.

Voice Trax West offers 4 week classes taught by veteran coach and demo producer Susan Palyo.

Each 4 week session introduces all of the fundamentals needed to begin your journey as a voiceover performer. The classes come in two primary disciplines: Commercials and Animation/Interactive. Advanced topics or workout groups are offered from time to time as well.

Beginning/Intermediate Animation class is taught by 30+ year VO industry veteran, Susan Palyo. The class is an intense 4 week character development copy workout exploring all current styles of animation, including a week devoted to video game styles. Within the first hour of class, you will be reading copy in our professional recording booth. Class is limited to eight students so you'll get in the booth multiple times each week. Susan will help you develop characters, enhance your acting skills, and find your range. The class is an open forum to ask questions throughout.

Aa "combo" class to work on commercials, animation, or a bit of both - the "tips and tricks" Susan gives apply to all reads.  The focus is on creating energy and ideas for at-home auditions. This class is "get in the booth as many times as possible" for everyone, (usually 4-5 reads per class) and Susan will sprinkle in her "Susan's Sayings" along the way.