05/26/2026
Coaching isn't something that I regularly take on, but under certain circumstances, I will work with new students. At first I didn't want to, but I have learned a lot in 21 years and booked a solid portfolio of work. Now I'm helping other people grow as I continue to grow.
What Twenty-One Years in Voice Over Taught Me About Coaching - Dane Reid Media
Master the fundamentals of commercial voiceover with a coach who values craft over shortcuts. Start journey with a solid foundation.
05/13/2026
David Attenborough turned 100 recently. His impact on the world has been enormous in bringing awareness about our planet through his distinctive narrations. What is your favorite Attenborough documentary?
David Attenborough's 100th Birthday Is a Milestone for Every Documentary Narrator - Dane Reid Media
David Attenborough turns 100 May 8, 2026. Voice actor Dane Reid reflects on how his documentary narration work was shaped by Attenborough's.
04/21/2026
I have heard talent have to say some pretty creepy stuff for political campaigns. Luckily, I haven't. Do you do political voiceovers? Would you like to or do you prefer to stay away from that genre?
Voiceover for Political TV, Social, and Streaming Ads Explained - Dane Reid Media
Expert African American Democratic voiceover for TV, social, and streaming. I bring honest, lived experience to every campaign ad.
04/14/2026
All of the years I have been an editor and voiceover talent, I have never used Adobe Audition. I think that there are better alternatives without paying a monthly subscription or being held hostage by a company on their unreasonable terms. Adobe's terms of service are a nightmare to escape and I went the route of using Cubase. Lots of others use Audacity which is similar or Protools, Reaper or Luna. What do you use and why? What are the benefits for editing your audio? I wrote about this in my latest blog. Check it out.
Twenty-One Years of Voice Over Editing Without Adobe: Why I Chose Cubase Instead - Dane Reid Media
Voice Over Editing Without Adobe: Why I Chose Cubase. Why owning your DAW beats renting and how to avoid the Audition Trap
04/07/2026
My newest blog. I produced a commercial for the Harlem Globetrotters to celebrate their 100 years. It was a full-circle moment.
From The Court To The Booth: A Full Circle Moment With The Harlem Globetrotters - Dane Reid Media
Reflecting on nine years of live announcing and how it started and a full circle moment with the Harlem Globetrotters.
04/01/2026
What the 2026 Voiceover Survey Reveals About Our Industry
What the 2026 Voiceover Survey Reveals About Our Industry - Dane Reid Media
The 2026 NAVA Voiceover Survey reveals income trends, AI impact, and what 1,379 voice actors say about the state of the industry today.
03/24/2026
VO Atlanta 2026 Is Here and I Have Been Waiting for This All Year
VO Atlanta 2026 Is Here and I Have Been Waiting for This All Year - Dane Reid Media
VO Atlanta 2026 is here! Over 1,000 attendees, 100+ speakers, and keynote Rob Paulsen make this the biggest voice over conference yet.
03/18/2026
I had a chance to visit my 48th state and get paid to do live announcing at the same time. Travel and Voiceover together. How cool is that!!
A Voiceover Talent and Live Announcer on the Road - Dane Reid Media
Professional voiceover talent and live announcer Dane Reid shares his experience announcing DECA conferences while traveling the U.S.
03/11/2026
I went to Mt Rushmore and was paid as a Live Announcer. How cool is that!!!
A Voiceover Talent and Live Announcer on the Road - Dane Reid Media
Professional voiceover talent and live announcer Dane Reid shares his experience announcing DECA conferences while traveling the U.S.
03/05/2026
I know this subject has been written about before, but in an era of AI, the destinction matters even more now. What's the difference between a voiceover talent vs a voice actor?
Voiceover Talent vs Voice Actor: It Matters For Your Project - Dane Reid Media
What is the real difference between a voice actor and a voiceover talent and why the terms matter. The answer will change how you think.