A Voice Actor's Guide to Audio Description Performance: Crafting Immersive Entertainment Experiences for Blind Audiences - Softcover

Samuelson, Roy

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798985334227

Publisher: Nibi Press, 2024

Synopsis

Unlock the artistry of audio description performance with “A Voice Actor’s Guide to Audio Description Performance”, the ultimate resource for voice actors ready to make a meaningful impact. Written by Roy Samuelson, a seasoned performer with thousands of credits across blockbuster films and TV, this book dives into the nuances, techniques, and creative possibilities of crafting immersive storytelling for blind and low-vision audiences.

At its heart, this book reflects four powerful reasons why AD matters:
• Removing barriers so workers and audiences can achieve better outcomes.
• Expanding storytelling to underserved audiences, creating deeper connections and loyalty.
• Fostering engagement that enhances your clients’ satisfaction and AD audience growth.
• Elevating inclusion and accessibility to enhance productivity, profitability, and joy in storytelling.

Through practical exercises, expert advice, and relatable insights, you’ll learn how to deliver emotional depth, adapt to diverse genres, and balance the ‘dance’ between audio and visuals.

Whether you’re an experienced voice actor or new to the field of AD, this guide equips you with the tools to elevate your craft and build stronger audience connections.

If you’re passionate about storytelling that leaves no one behind, “A Voice Actor’s Guide to Audio Description Performance” will inspire you to create emotionally impactful, high-quality AD that brings stories to life for everyone.

What a precise execution covering all topics, including AI. I learned so much. If I highlighted all key points, almost the entire book would be highlighted… I’ll be recommending this book from here on out.
— Kaitlyn Yang: CEO, Alpha Studios, co-founder 1in4 Coalition

A pleasure to listen to, informative for a wide audience … The entire book should be required reading at film schools, but even if you’re not in the biz yourself, Roy’s explanation of the production process provides fascinating context….
— Tabitha Kenlon, PhD

Edition details

• Publisher: Nibi Press
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798985334227
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 161