GTT Trusted Partner Profile: Commercial Voiceover Coach Hugh Klitzke
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GTT Trusted Partner Profile: Commercial Voiceover Coach Hugh Klitzke

B1IntermediateJuly 27, 202656 min

Many voice actors know the term conversational read—but fewer understand what actually makes a performance feel authentic. George welcomes Hugh P. Klitzke to discuss the evolution of conversational voiceover, the changing casting landscape, and why coaching has become more important than ever. Hugh shares his unconventional path into voiceover, lessons learned working behind the scenes at a New York talent agency, and how those experiences shaped his teaching philosophy. They also discuss Hugh's popular Open Studio coaching sessions, the value of letting performers observe real coaching in action, and why creating genuinely helpful free co...

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For me, the conversational read is a read of interpretation rather than a read of presentation. Hey, everyone. We are back for another of our trusted partner profiles because we've got so many incredible coaches, directors, and trusted brains in our voiceover industry to talk to. So this one's been waiting for a while and we're really remiss in making this gentleman wait for so long to sit down for a chat.

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