SoCal Audiobooks Workshop for Narrators

6848 Embarcadero Lane,Carlsbad CA 92011

09 April, 2022

Description

Learn what it takes to become a professional audiobook narrator—or up your narration game if you already narrate audiobooks! Join us at the SoCal Audiobooks Workshop for audiobook narrators in Carlsbad, CA. This is a unique opportunity to work with experienced audiobook professionals. This workshop is limited to 12 attendees. It offers an all day, in person interaction with the SoCal Audiobooks Team to enhance your learning experience and provide information that is specifically tailored to where you are in your journey of becoming a full-time professional audiobook narrator. You will meet with top Audiobook professionals including… Professoinal audiobook narratorsExperienced casting directors (20+ years experience)Full-time audiobook directorsAnd audiobook publisher(s)All of this will take place in our working studios that are solely focused on producing audiobooks. Our space has three separate recording studios that are used to professionally record audiobooks. Our studios are a few minute walk from the ocean and a great Italian coffee shop is in the complex. After the workshop, all participants will be invited to a networking dinner at a local restaurant. Developing relationships is an important part of your journey to becoming a professional audiobook narrator! Enjoy discounted pricing at the new Marriott Springhill Suites Hotel across the street from the Carlsbad boardwalk and within walking distance to Carlsbad's downtown Village where there are many great eating spots! (See list below.) The hotel is about three miles from the studio where the conference is held. What you’ll gain from the workshop: The SIX things you need to know to break into the fast growing audiobook industry as a professional narrator.Important questions will be answered such as: How much work will I be able to get? What should I charge? Should I build a home studio? And more. Hear from professional narrators about the work that they do and what a typical day and week looks like. 10 things to keep in mind when building a home studio. (Topics discussed: soundproofing, acoustics, gear, software, your chair, and—of course—mics!)Production techniques(Topics discussed: script prep, research, recording techniques, editing, mastering, proofing, and using contractors.)Why consider audiobooks as a career? With more than 9 years of double-digit growth, Audiobooks have become the fastest growing publishing format. The global audiobook market, which was valued at $4 billion in 2020, is estimated to grow to $20 billion by 2030, as per industry experts.Thousands of people are making a career as a professional narrator. Many narrators work from their home making the work flexible and convenient and allowing for the work to be done as a side hustle while maintaining a regular job!The rates for audiobook narration are very good compared to other careers.Veteran or experienced narrators can expect to earn $168.25 per hour or $1,346 for a finished audio book of eight hours. Conversely, non-union narrators with experience may earn between $120 and $450 per finished hour. ::The SoCal Audiobooks Workshop Skinny::Dates: April 9th, 2022 Cost:$399 Early bird discount $349 — register by March 31, 2022! Location: ONE Audiobooks & Verity Audio Productions local office: 6848 Embarcadero Ln. Carlsbad, CA 92011 Lodging:SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad 3136 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (442) 333-9892 $139 per night (negotiated rate) Parking is free for workshop attendees. Breakfast is provided at the hotel. Time: 9:30-5:00 PM, PST Meals:Lunch, coffee, and snacks will be provided at the workshop. Dinner will be together (on your own) from 6:00-7:30 with drinks afterward (on your own) at a local brewery for those that would like to continue networking. Transportation:Flights Fly into The San Diego International Airport (SAN) Train Take the Coaster train to the Poinsettia Train Station stop. Our building is a 3-4 minute walk from the train station! Parking: For those driving, ample parking is available on the west side of the building near the train station. Text for more info: 760-815-7771 for more info Also for a visual story and more info on the workshop, click here. Shuttle provided to and from the hotel. Pickup at 8:45 & 9:00 What you’ll get from the workshop:Learn about the audiobook industry from industry experts (producers, casting agents, directors and top professional narrators).Tour three audiobook studios.Learn about the gear they use to create the hundreds of audiobooks they produce each year.Hear from full-time audiobook directors about common recording issues.Read and record a sample and get feedback from top audiobook narrators/producers and directors.Meet audiobook narrators and hear from them about what it takes to be successful.Learn best practices for:Setting up a home studioCreating demosMarketing your services to publishers, authors, and companiesThe 5 keys to your successHoning your craftPitfalls / dos and don’tsGear purchase considerationsHow to get your first client ::Schedule ::9:30 Opening and Introductions 10:00-10:30 Keynote – Thoughts From an Expert Storyteller Presentation from a top narrator…A+ tier narrator to present. This will be a name reader who reads books for authors like Dan Brown, Chris Reich, John Grisham, ect. Paul Michael is a Multi-Audie-Award-Winning audiobook narrator with over 400 titles completed and is the voice of many top fiction series. OR Michael Beck is the voice behind the John Grisham novels and a lead in several cult classics. Look him up! 10:30-11:30 Keynote - The Top-Ten Mistakes New Audiobook Narrators Make Cory Verner - Industry expert since 2003. Producer of over 3,000 audiobooks and founder and owner of Verity Audio Productions & ONE Audiobooks. 11:30-12:30 Studio tours and Q&A 12:30-1:00 LUNCH BREAK 1:00-1:30 What casting directors look for Panel discussion with two FT casting directors and SoCal staff. 1:30-2:00 Post-production efficiency tips Panel discussion with FT production manager, Jeremy Park who manages hundreds of audiobook productions each year and SoCal staff. Jeremy has been producing audiobooks for almost 9 years. In his current role, he manages all production for Verity Audio Productions and ONE Audiobooks. 2:00-3:00 Just about…Everything you need to know when you sit down to record your first audiobook Panel discussion with two FT audiobook directors and SoCal staff. 3:00-3:30 Keynote – Choosing a Niche to Maximize Your Success TBA 3:30-5:00 Put It Into Practice Sample readings with Directors and Producers in Verity’s studios 5:00 WORKSHOP ENDS 6:00-7:30 DINNER at PIZZA PORT571 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 7:30-9:30 Drinks at local spot, BARREL REPUBLIC. 2961 State St, Carlsbad, CA 92008 ::FAQs::Can I get a refund?Refunds are not offered. All registrations are non-refundable. What are the best places to eat walking distance from the hotel?TBA What if I have last-minute questions? Who should I call?Contact Cory Verner @ 760-815-7771 or Elle Verner @ 760-815-7771