Voices Voicecasting Casting Director Mary Lynn Wissner joined the VO Peeps for a Commercial workout this November!
November’s VO Peeps workshop with Mary Lynn Wissner was a treasure trove of insights into the art of commercial voiceover. With decades of casting experience, Mary Lynn broke down what it takes to stand out in auditions, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, connection, and acting chops. She encouraged participants to approach scripts with intention, breathe life into the copy, and avoid falling into predictable patterns. Her advice on ad-libs, understanding trends, and tailoring reads to specific brands left everyone with actionable strategies to elevate their performances. This workshop was a reminder that commercials are more than just words—they’re opportunities to tell compelling mini-stories that resonate with audiences.
Words of Wisdom:
“VO is not reading. I need someone who sounds like they’re talking to me.” - Mary Lynn Wissner
“Find the moments in your script where you can add some life to it—that’s your permission to show off your acting skills.” - Mary Lynn Wissner
“Your job as a voice actor is to show them in the audition how fun you’re going to be as an actor.” - Mary Lynn Wissner
Peeps Are Saying
Everything about these classes is increidle. You are working with a top professional in the field, in this case, Mary Lynn Wissner, and you benefit from observing the other professionals in the room
Jane Beverley
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