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Bailey Varness

This course walks you step by step through the process of becoming a professional audiobook narrator. We show you how to set up your home studio, build your professional profile, and create professional voice tracks. After completing this course you should be able to successfully narrate audiobooks on the Audible ACX platform.

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What's inside

Learning objective

Narrate and produce audiobooks, and create a business around your voice work

Syllabus

Introduction to Voice Work Using Audible's ACX Platform
Introduction to the World of Audiobook Narration
The ACX Platform

This class shows you what exactly acx.com is and why you need it as an audiobook narrator.

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This class shows you the different ways you get paid using the ACX platform.

This class removes any concerns as to why you should pursue audiobooks as a career path.

Setting Up Your Professional Home Studio

This class discusses the various hardware tools you will need to record professional sounding tracks while not spending much money!

This class shows all of the free software you need to produce professional voice tracks.

Your Professional ACX Profile

This class shows you how to set up your professional profile on ACX so you can be chosen to read books.

This class details how to make your profile rise up above the rest so you get chosen first for jobs.

Performance and Technical Helpers for Recording Professionally

This class shows you how to pick a book to read for your first audition.

This class walks you through the process of getting you ready for an audition with your text and recording setup on your computer.

This class shows you exactly how to set up your Audacity software so that you can properly record any voice track.

This class walks you through how to correctly submit an audition for review.

Dealing with Rights Holders

This class shows you what happens when you get an offer and how to properly accept or reject it.

This class walks you through the steps to recording the First 15 minutes of a project for approval to finish the rest of the book.

This class walks you through the process of submitting your recording of your First 15 minutes for review and approval.

This class shows you how to add all of the different chapters to complete a finished audiobook.

Your Professional Home Business

This class discusses the pros and cons of joining the performers’ union SAG/AFTRA.

This class talks about various ways you can form a professional business for your voice work.

This class discusses how you can use the internet to help you get more work done faster and get more people to see and buy your work.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Teaches learners how to market themselves as audiobook narrators
Taught by an experienced audiobook narrator with a background in broadcasting
Graduates should be able to fulfill their professional responsibilities successfully
Teaches learners how to select books for auditions

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in How to Master Audible Work From Home with these activities:
Gather a Resource Kit
Organize a collection of valuable resources for audiobook narrators.
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  • Identify and gather helpful articles, books, and online resources
  • Organize the resources into a centralized location or platform
Create a Demo Reel
Start developing a portfolio showcasing your audiobook narration skills.
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  • Select a variety of voice samples that demonstrate your abilities
  • Edit and produce a high-quality audio reel
  • Share your reel with potential clients or post it online
Practice Reading Aloud
Improve your fluency and expression through regular reading practice.
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  • Read aloud from a variety of texts, including books, articles, and scripts
  • Record yourself reading and critically evaluate your performance
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Attend Industry Webinars and Conferences
Gain insights into the industry, connect with professionals, and stay up-to-date with trends.
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  • Identify relevant webinars or conferences
  • Register and attend these events
  • Actively engage with speakers and participants
Produce an Audiobook Narration
Apply your skills to create a full-length audiobook narration.
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  • Choose a book or text to narrate
  • Set up your recording equipment
  • Record and edit the narration
  • Produce and publish the audiobook
Offer Guidance to Aspiring Narrators
Share your knowledge and support the growth of others in the field.
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  • Connect with students or aspiring narrators who seek guidance
  • Provide feedback on their recordings
  • Share your insights and experiences

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Learners who complete How to Master Audible Work From Home will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

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