What tools and techniques does Gabrielle Nistico recommend for aspiring voiceover artists?

I focus on two big areas: performance skills and business skills.

For tools, I usually recommend:

1. A reliable entry-level mic and interface
2. A quiet, treated recording space
3. A simple DAW (Audacity, Adobe Audition, etc.)
4. Basic branding pieces: website, logo, and a strong demo when you’re ready

For techniques, I emphasize:

1. Script analysis and acting fundamentals, not “just sounding good”
2. Targeted performance classes (commercial, narration, imaging, promo)
3. Consistent practice with real-world copy
4. Learning how voice actors actually make money: marketing, branding, and prospecting, not just waiting on agents or pay-to-play sites

What stage are you at right now—just exploring, or already recording and auditioning?