INTRODUCTION TO VOICEOVER

Introduction to Voiceover is a class for anyone new to the voiceover world, whether you are a working actor who has little experience with VO or just the average person who has dreamed of getting into the VO business.

Through this introductory class you will learn the techniques and tools that casting directors and agents are looking for from new talent. The class teaches you how to create pictures in your head and understand advertisements in general, and covers everything from copy interpretation and improvisation to microphone techniques.

Classes are always limited to 6 to 8 people for maximum microphone time for each student.  The classes are taught at Compost HQ in North Hollywood, CA. The cost is $600 for a 6-week course. A $150 non-refundable deposit is required in advance to secure a space in the class. You can email us at composthq@gmail.com or call (818) 567-1489 for more information and bookings.

AUDITION WORKOUT

The Audition Workout class is geared towards VO actors with some experience or those who have taken VO classes in the past. This class uses the diagnostic skills of Bill Holmes “The Voiceover Doctor,” to discover your weaknesses and repair them so you can get out of his class and into the VO booth.

The Audition Workout class is a 4-week workshop that runs throughout the year. Classes are limited to 6 or 7 people and meet on Monday nights from 7:30PM to 10:30PM. The cost is $400 for the 4 weeks or $100 per night. Payment is required in advance to secure a spot in the class.

Bill has been teaching voiceover classes for 12 years and has helped cast and produced thousands of commercials. His seminars are jargon-free and user friendly. To ensure an excellent user experience, enrollment will be strictly limited so call today to make your reservation!

SCENE STUDY

Bill Holmes, “The Voiceover Doctor,” has decided to team up with veteran actor/director John Colella to teach a brand new scene study class.  The class will teach actors how to develop characters during the audition process. In addition, the class covers techniques that will help actors go beyond the audition, so that once they get the part they know how to work in a collaborative setting with directors.  Click here for John Colella’s bio.

It would be difficult to put a price on the combined experience of these two veteran actors, but we have.  For a 8 week course the cost of the class is $350. Classes are on Wednesday nights from 7:00pm to 10:00pm and are limited to 10 students. Call (818) 567-149 or email us at composthq@gmail.com for bookings or information.

PRIVATE SKYPE LESSONS WITH “THE VOICEOVER DOCTOR”

Can’t make it over to see The Doctor personally?  All you need is a computer and Skype! Call and set up a Skype appointment with the Voiceover Doctor for an hour long Voiceover session or just a 1/2 hour of audition coaching! We even offer a great Skype package deal for 5 Skype Sessions!  Click here to book and purchase Skype sessions with the Voice Over Doctor. 

PRIVATE SESSIONS WITH THE VOICEOVER DOCTOR

Call today to book your private session with Bill Holmes "The Voiceover Doctor"!  Bill Holmes, “The Voiceover Doctor,” has been a working actor for over 23 years and a director for 12 of those years. Through his extensive experience Bill has developed a unique self-improvement system for voiceover actors. Bill teaches actors how to fix their own problems, enabling them to direct themselves and work through their weaknesses during auditions.  Here's your opportunity to work with the best!  From the very beginner level, to the working pro and everything in between, Bill Holmes has a knack for diagnosing what the problem is and giving you a prescription for a cure.  Not sure if this is right for you?  Give the Doctor a call. He'd love to hear from you.

$125 Per 1 Hour Private Lesson

Call (818) 567-1489 or email CompostHQ@gmail.com to schedule your appointment with the Voiceover Doctor now!

WEEKEND SEMINARS

Bill Holmes “The Voiceover Doctor” travels around the country teaching two-day intensive seminars. This is an opportunity for people outside of Los Angeles to learn what the world of voiceover is all about. It's two days packed with everything you need for a successful commercial voiceover career, including, but not limited to, technique, commercial copy, what advertisers look for, demos and much more.  Two full days with Bill just costs $550.  Contact us at composthq@gmail.com to set up a workshop in your area.

CHICAGO WEEKEND WORKSHOP

           July 24th & 25th 2010

Bill Holmes “The Voiceover Doctor” travels around the country teaching intensive seminars. Bill started his career in Chicago and is happy to be returning to share his knowledge and diagnose what ails you in the audition process. He’ll evaluate your problems and give you the medicine you need for a speedy recovery.

Get the medicine to get the job!

The workshop is a 2 day weekend intensive, July 24th & 25th, 10:00am - 6:00pm with an hour break for students to go grab some lunch. It's two days packed with everything you need for a successful commercial voiceover career, including, but not limited to, technique, commercial copy, what advertisers look for, demos and much more.  Two full days with Bill Holmes "The Voiceover Doctor" just costs $550.  

You must pay in advance to secure your spot in the workshop. So ... SIGN UP NOW! 

Get a friend to sign up and receive a discount!!! But hurry because space is limited!

PLUS... Receive a FREE Voiceover Doctor T-shirt for attending!!

ATLANTA WEEKEND WORKSHOP

          August 28th & 29th 2010

Bill Holmes “The Voiceover Doctor” travels around the country teaching intensive seminars and he’s heading to Atlanta this August. He’ll evaluate your problems and give you the medicine you need for a speedy recovery.

Get the medicine to get the job!

The workshop is a 2 day weekend intensive, August 28th & 29th, 10:00am - 6:00pm with an hour break for students to go grab some lunch. It's two days packed with everything you need for a successful commercial voiceover career, including, but not limited to, technique, commercial copy, what advertisers look for, demos and much more.  Two full days with Bill Holmes "The Voiceover Doctor" just costs $550.  

You must pay in advance to secure your spot in the workshop. So ... SIGN UP NOW! 

Get a friend to sign up and receive a discount!!! But hurry because space is limited!

PLUS... Receive a FREE Voiceover Doctor T-shirt for attending!!

HAWAII WEEKEND WORKSHOP

Plus Mini Margarita Night! October 24th & 25th

Bill Holmes “The Voiceover Doctor” travels around the country teaching intensive seminars and this October he is heading to Hawaii! He’ll evaluate your problems and give you the medicine you need for a speedy recovery.

Get the medicine to get the job!

The workshop is a 2 day weekend intensive, October 24th & 25th. It's two days packed with everything you need for a successful commercial voiceover career, including, but not limited to, technique, commercial copy, what advertisers look for, demos and much more.  Two full days with Bill Holmes "The Voiceover Doctor" just costs $550.  

You must pay in advance to secure your spot in the workshop. So ... SIGN UP NOW! 

Get a friend to sign up and receive a discount!!! But hurry because space is limited!

PLUS... Receive a FREE Voiceover Doctor T-shirt for attending!!

“BILLY BOB” WEEKEND SEMINARS

“Billy Bob” weekend seminars are two-day workshops taught by Bob Bergen, one of the countries animation voiceover veterans (“Porky Pig,” “Tweety Bird,” and “Marvin the Martian” to name a few), and Bill Holmes “The Voiceover Doctor.” The two coaches travel around the country teaching VO actors all about commercial and animation voiceovers.

These jam-packed weekends cover commercial and animation copy, the demo process and other essential information for those in the VO business. This amazing opportunity costs $600 for the two-day session. For more information click here. Space is limited so sign up today.

MARGARITAS, MOJITOS, and MICROPHONES - FEATURING GUEST DIRECTORS AND HOSTED BY BILL HOLMES

Margaritas, Mojitos, and Microphones is for VO actors with some experience or those who have taken VO classes in the past. The class is a one night only intensive acting workout. Normally this type of class would run three hours, but we’ve extended it to five for this special workshop.

Bill Holmes invites guest directors over to Compost HQ to share their wisdom and experience with actors needing a shot in the arm. (Or perhaps just a shot of tequila)  Whatever the cure these experienced veterans have what you need.

5 hours with 2 guest directors and drinks for ONLY $150!   What a DEAL!

Past guests have included Bob Bergen (“Porky Pig,” “Tweety Bird,” and “Marvin the Martian”) and Robbie Rist (“Cousin Oliver” on The Brady Bunch and “Michelangelo” in the live-action version of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles). Bradford Bricken (LA Agent), Brad Savage (Gas Station Zebra SVP, Creative Director), Jim Davy (Producer, Disney DVD & Blue-ray Creative Production), Mari Weiss (Veteran Voice Talent and Coach), Richard Horvitz (“Invader Zim” and “Daggett Doofus Beaver” from The Angry Beavers), Gregg Berger ("Odie" from Garfield, "The Gromble" on Nickelodeon's Ahhh!!! Real Monsters! and "Grimlock" from Transformers), Jill Kershaw (Commercial Writer/Director/Producer Sound + Fury Productions), Joyce Castellanos (AVO Talent), Jeff Jones (VOX Agency),

Michael Bell (“Handy Smurf”, “Grouchy Smurf” and “Drew Pickle” from The Rugrats)

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HELPING YOUR KID BOOK VOICEOVER JOBS

As a freelance director at voiceover casting studios, Bill Holmes observed that child VO actors come into the booth doing exactly what their parents have instructed them to do. Since most parents are not voiceover actors, this generally works against, not for, the kids. Because of this, Bill Holmes and former child actor Robbie Rist have teamed up to teach parents how to prepare their children for VO auditions. This two-day seminar is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for both parent and child to learn the ins and outs of the VO business.

On day one, Bill will share his unique method for analyzing scripts based on his extensive knowledge of acting and advertising. On day two, award winning 1970's child star Robbie Rist (The Brady Bunch, Mary Tyler Moore Show and many others) will be on hand to direct the classroom sessions and provide the prospective of someone who learned how to cope with the audition process at a very early age.

Let Bill and Robbie show you the secrets that will build your child's confidence and get them booked! The two-day session is only $600. Email us at composthq@gmail.com or call us at (818) 567-1489 for bookings or information.