How to Become a Top 10% Voice Actor — Casting Secrets from Tina Morasco

Want to become a top 10% voice actor and book more commercial work? In this episode, casting director Tina Morasco from Sound and Fury reveals what actually sets successful voice actors apart in today’s industry.

🎙️ From real audition tips to unlocking deeper emotional connection in your reads, Tina breaks down her 4-step audition process, what casting directors really listen for, and why authenticity beats perfection every time.

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to move up, these casting insights will help you audition smarter, stand out, and book voice over work more consistently.

🔥 Topics Covered:
• The 4-step audition method that top performers use
• How to bring authenticity into every read
• Why AI can’t replace human nuance (yet!)
• The #1 thing casting directors listen for

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CONNECT WITH TINA MORASCO
🖱️ Tina Morasco Coaching - https://www.tinamorascocoaching.com
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🖱️ Tina Morasco on Instagram -   / tinamorasco  

🖱️ Marc Scott on Instagram -   / marcscott  
🖱️ VOpreneur® on YouTube -    / @vopreneur  

RESOURCES FOR VOICE ACTORS

Voice Over Marketing Playbook
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Free Guide: 10 Common Marketing Mistakes
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Get an instant $25 credit when you sign up for VoiceZam
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Join the VOpreneur Facebook Group
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If you need guidance with your voice over business or learning how to more effectively market, I can help. Book a 15 minute free consultation with me to discuss your specific needs. https://vopreneur.com/free15

KEY TAKEAWAYS
✅ Commercials are booming more than ever despite economic turmoil.
✅ Authenticity is key in voice acting; it's about real human connection.
✅ AI cannot replicate the depth of human experience in voice acting.
✅ Voice acting should be thought-driven, not voice-driven.
✅ Understanding the story behind the script is crucial for effective delivery.
✅ Actors often make the mistake of focusing on adjectives rather than the narrative.
✅ The first line of a script is critical for engagement.
✅ Successful actors focus on serving the story, not themselves.
✅ Every audition is a fresh opportunity; past performances do not define future success.
✅ Clients are looking for fresh talent, not the same voices repeatedly.
✅ Building relationships with casting directors is helpful.

🎧 Loved this episode with Tina Morasco? Here's your guide to the gems inside! 👇
🔥 Casting secrets, career-shifting tips, and what the top 10% of voice actors do differently.

00:00 - Why Advertising Is Booming (and What It Means for Voice Actors)
04:18 - Authenticity Over Perfection: The New Standard in Voice Acting
12:35 - How to Find the Story Hidden in Every Script
20:40 - The 4 Steps That Make Voice Actors Stand Out
27:30 - What the Top 1% of Voice Actors Do Differently
31:52 - Feedback That Books: How to Level Up Your VO Game
35:46 - Relationships That Matter: Connecting in the VO Community
39:58 - Voiceover Gatekeeping? Debunking the Biggest Myths
41:16 - Casting Has Changed: Why Location Doesn’t Matter Anymore
44:05 - Commercial VO Explained: From Film-Style Reads to Realness
48:53 - 2025 Voice Acting Trends Every Pro Needs to Know
55:16 - The Voice Acting Library: Tina’s Ultimate Success Tool

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