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What are Gabrielle Nistico’s top recommendations for voice actors during character voiceover auditions?
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From Gabrielle Nistico0 votes
Hi, I’m Gabrielle Nistico from Charlotte, NC.
Based on how I coach actors for character and performance work, here are key recommendations I stand by for character voiceover auditions:
- Lead with acting, not “funny voices.” Make real, grounded choices. Voice comes after truth.
- Read the specs like a detective: age, attitude, pace, energy, audience, and subtext.
- Give 2–3 distinct, confident takes rather than many tiny variations.
- Honor timing: if it’s a :15 or :30, practice to clock it perfectly.
- Make bold, specific choices quickly; don’t overthink or “smooth out” all the edges.
- Audio must be clean and clear – no room noise, no clipping, consistent levels.
- Label and deliver files exactly as requested in the audition instructions.
What part of character auditions feels hardest for you right now?